Timberline Acres West Area
Quiet lots near top schools
The quick answer
Timberline Acres West Area is a neighborhood, part of West Ottawa Public School District. Homes here typically sell for around $500,000.
57 homes for sale·Median $500K·Walkability 2.7/10·Schools 5.5/10
What surprises most people about this stretch of Park Township is how much *actual* land you get—most lots run about 0.6 acres, which means room to breathe without feeling stranded—while remaining steps from groceries, coffee, and restaurants (66 of them within a mile). Ranch homes dominate the landscape, and the area sits remarkably well between two great lakes: Lake Macatawa is under 2 miles away if you want to launch a boat, and Lake Michigan beaches—including the Grand Haven waterfront—take about 28 minutes to reach. Downtown Grand Rapids is a 44-minute drive when you need it. The neighborhood feeds into West Ottawa Public School District, and Riley Trails park is a 14-minute walk if you want a quick escape into green space. Essentially, you're close enough to commerce and schools to live with convenience, but far enough removed to have actual property and actual quiet.
Be first when a home lists in Timberline Acres West Area
New listings and price drops in Timberline Acres West Area, emailed the moment they hit the market. No account needed, unsubscribe anytime.
Why people love it here
Lake life
- Lake Macatawa within walking distance
- 5 parks within 1 mile
- Unnamed bike_path: 1 min walk
- Timberline Acres West Area Trail: 1 min walk
1.7 acre avg lots
- 2,068 homes
$500K median
- 208 sales in last 12mo
Conventional Mortgage Calculator
Median home price in Timberline Acres West Area
Estimated Monthly Payment
$3,394/mo
Property tax and insurance are estimates you can edit — not a quote. Tap either figure to enter your own.
The interest rate shown is not an annual percentage rate (APR). Rate displayed is the current average 30-year fixed rate from the Freddie Mac Primary Mortgage Market Survey and is subject to change without notice. Your actual rate, payment, and costs may vary. Contact a loan officer for a personalized quote.
Guild Mortgage NMLS #3274. Equal Housing Opportunity. NMLS Consumer Access. Not a commitment to lend. All loans subject to underwriter approval; terms and conditions may apply. Subject to change without notice. Always consult an accountant or tax advisor for full eligibility requirements on tax deduction.
208 homes sold in Timberline Acres West Area this year. Thinking of selling?
See what your home is worthFlood Risk
None
Not in flood zone
Nearest Park
Riley Trails
0.7 mi
Parks Nearby
5
within 1 mile
Nearest Lake
Lake Macatawa
0.0 mi
Median Sale · Houses
$515K
175 sales in last 12mo
Median Sale · Condos
$433K
33 sales in last 12mo
Parks Nearby
5
within 1 mile
Nearest Park
Riley Trails
0.7 mi
Expected Rent
$1,275/mo
$1,175 – $1,375 · estimated range
Based on 11 rated schools nearby
Range: 3/10 to 9/10
School District: West Ottawa Public School District
Walkability
Limited
Overall walkability score out of 10
Based on actual walk/bike/drive times to nearby amenities via Mapbox
Down the Hatch Party Store
Boxed up kitchen
+1 more
Bowerman Blueberries Farm Market
+1 more
Anchor Party Store
+1 more
Riley Trails
+1 more
Unnamed playground
Lake Macatawa
+1 more
Riley Beach
Legacy trail
Park Township Dog Park
Unnamed bike_path
Lake Macatawa Launch
Elite Fitness Development
+1 more
144th North of Butternut (Family Fare)
+1 more
Walgreens
Herrick District Library North Branch
daycare
Sperry's Moviehouse
Crime in Timberline Acres West Area is reported at the city level, not the neighborhood level. The FBI doesn't publish reliable crime rates for individual neighborhoods, and within any community crime varies street to street. For an accurate, comparable picture, see the jurisdiction-wide figures for Ottawa County.
Ottawa County crime & safety stats →To buy a median-priced Timberline Acres West Area home (around $500,000) at today's 6.65% 30-year fixed rate with 20% down, you'd need roughly $90k/year in household income to qualify — an estimated monthly payment of $3,368 (principal, interest, property tax est., and insurance).
| Down payment | Monthly payment | Income needed |
|---|---|---|
| 20% | $3,368/mo | $89,810 |
| 10% (+PMI) | $3,876/mo | $103,369 |
| 5% (+PMI) | $4,047/mo | $107,927 |
Estimates use a 6.65% 30-year fixed rate (current Freddie Mac average), an aggressive ~45% housing-to-income ratio (roughly what FHA underwriting can allow for a buyer with no other monthly debts — your number depends on your debts and credit), this area's median sale price, plus estimated insurance and PMI below 20% down. Not a commitment to lend, and not an APR — your actual rate and payment will vary.
Land for sale
Listings
7 parcels
Active / pending
Typical Land Value
$48K/acre
Median asking
Median Price
$145K
Per listing
Who actually lends in Timberline Acres West Area, and how homes here are financed — from 2024 federal mortgage records.
Loans to buy a home
Most active lenders
Homeowners refinancing an existing mortgage
Most active lenders
Source: 2024 HMDA (CFPB/FFIEC). Neighborhood figures are area-weighted estimates from census-tract data; loan amounts are rounded and all-cash purchases are excluded.
Association and local-government details are compiled from public records, municipal sites, and state registries, and can change. Confirm directly with the association or municipality before relying on them.
Solar potential
~$886/yr in electricity from a typical rooftop solar system
Produces ~6,462 kWh/yr · offsets ~62% of a typical home's use
Municipal / public water
Based on assessor parcel records
Municipal sewer
Based on assessor parcel records
Resident-arranged hauler + township yard-waste sites
Curbside via private haulers; township provides yard-waste recycling locations.
SEMCO Energy / Consumers Energy
Regional gas utility; inferred.
Confirm by addressOttawa County Sheriff's Office
Sheriff E-Unit/community policing deputies funded by township millage, in partnership with Holland Twp.
Services for Park Township · Source: parktownship.org
Utility, solar, and service details for Timberline Acres West Area are compiled from public records, municipal sites, and NREL / U.S. data.gov, and can change. Electric/gas can vary by address — confirm with the provider before relying on them.
🛒 Grocery(20)
Down the Hatch Party Store
Grocery Store
Family Fare Supermarket
Grocery Store
Grocery Store
+17 more within 5 miles
🍕 Restaurants(14)
Boxed up kitchen
Restaurant
The Quarterdeck Bar & Grill
Restaurant
Caribbean Sunrise
Restaurant
Restaurant
Lemongrass Thai Sushi
Restaurant
+9 more within 5 miles
☕ Coffee(12)
+9 more within 5 miles
🍺 Bars(12)
+9 more within 5 miles
🏫 Schools(18)
+13 more within 5 miles
💪 Gyms(10)
Elite Fitness Development
Fitness Center
Fitness Center at Douglas Avenue & North River Avenue
Fitness Center
Fitness Center
+7 more within 5 miles
🌳 Parks(4)
+1 more within 5 miles
🐕 Dog Parks(1)
Park Township Dog Park
Dog Park
🚴 Trails(3)
⛵ Boat Launches(3)
Boat Launch
Boat Launch
Boat Launch
🚌 Transit(30)
Transit Stop
Transit Stop
Transit Stop
+27 more within 5 miles
💊 Pharmacies(4)
+1 more within 5 miles
👶 Childcare(2)
Little Kingdom Warriors Academy LLC.
Childcare Center
Childcare Center
🏥 Hospitals(1)
Hospital
Atlas — Grand Rapids Real Estate
Local real estate specialists
Questions about Timberline Acres West Area? Our team can help with availability, schools, and what it's really like to live here.
Living in Timberline Acres West Area: the details
Is Timberline Acres West Area a good place to live?
If you're after room to spread out on larger lots and green space nearby, Timberline Acres West Area is worth a close look — here is what the data shows. Day to day, it is mostly a drive-first area, so you will use a car for groceries, dining and errands. This neighborhood is part of West Ottawa Public School District. Expect prices centered around $500,000.
What does it cost to live in Timberline Acres West Area?
The median home value in Timberline Acres West Area is about $500,000. There are 57 homes for sale here right now and 208 homes sold here in the past year.
Frequently asked about Timberline Acres West Area
- What do homes cost in Timberline Acres West Area?
- The median home value in Timberline Acres West Area is about $500,000. Individual prices vary by street, size, and condition.
- How active is the Timberline Acres West Area housing market?
- there are 57 homes for sale in Timberline Acres West Area right now, and 208 homes sold here in the last 12 months. Listings refresh throughout the day from the MichRIC MLS.
- What schools serve Timberline Acres West Area?
- Timberline Acres West Area is served by West Ottawa Public School District. Its highest-rated assigned school is Waukazoo Elementary School (7/10).
- Is Timberline Acres West Area walkable?
- Timberline Acres West Area scores 2.7/10 for walkability — a measure of walking, biking, and driving access to groceries, dining, parks, schools, and transit.
