Urbana Plat
Solid value in a growing area
Median $300K·Walkability 4.8/10·Schools 3.8/10
A row of modest brick ranch homes lines the streets of Urbana Plat with the kind of straightforward charm that doesn't apologize for itself—just clean lines and compact lots that speak to practical Midwestern building. This 51-acre subdivision sits within the larger Woodview Plat Area, roughly 10 minutes from downtown Grand Rapids, and homes here run around $289K. Wyoming Public Schools serves the area, while Oriole Park sits five minutes away on foot, part of a constellation of nine parks within a mile—enough green space that you're never far from a place to stretch your legs. A restaurant is just two minutes' walk from most addresses, and seventy-two dining options cluster within a mile, making it easy to skip cooking without driving far. The nearest grocery lands at a mile out, with forty-eight stores within two miles if you're willing to shop around. Transit access runs right at your doorstep, and Gerald R. Ford Airport is roughly twenty minutes northeast, which matters if you're flying out regularly.
Why people love it here
$300K median
- 10 sales in last 12mo
Park-rich area
- 41 parks within 1 mile
- Oriole Park: 8 min walk
- 40th street Park: 9 min walk
Notable nearby
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Median home price in Urbana Plat
Estimated Monthly Payment
$2,037/mo
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. This is not a commitment to lend or an offer of credit. Your actual rate, payment, and costs may vary. Contact a loan officer for a personalized quote.
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10 homes sold in Urbana Plat this year. Thinking of selling?
See what your home is worthFlood Risk
None
Not in flood zone
Nearest Park
Oriole Park
0.3 mi
Parks Nearby
41
within 1 mile
Walkability
Fair
Overall walkability score out of 10
Based on actual walk/bike/drive times to nearby amenities via Mapbox
Barrel House Party Store
+1 more
Burger King
+1 more
Johnny's Markets
3 Gatos Brewery
+1 more
Oriole Park
+1 more
Oriole Park Playground
Whispering Springs Lake
+1 more
Unnamed beach
Carson Avenue Southwest
Wyoming Dog Park Dog Park
Unnamed bike path
Butterworth Park Launch
Anytime Fitness
44th/Michael (WB)
+1 more
Walgreens
KDL Wyoming Branch
Kelloggsville Early Childhood Learning Center
Celebration! Cinema RiverTown Crossings
+1 more
Based on 11 rated schools nearby
Range: 2/10 to 5/10
School District: Wyoming Public Schools
Crime in Urbana Plat 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 Kent County.
Kent County crime & safety stats →To buy a median-priced Urbana Plat home (around $300,000) at today's 6.43% 30-year fixed rate with 20% down, you'd need roughly $53k/year in household income to qualify — an estimated monthly payment of $1,986 (principal, interest, property tax est., and insurance).
| Down payment | Monthly payment | Income needed |
|---|---|---|
| 20% | $1,986/mo | $52,958 |
| 10% (+PMI) | $2,287/mo | $60,978 |
| 5% (+PMI) | $2,387/mo | $63,655 |
Estimates use a 6.43% 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 an APR or a commitment to lend — your actual rate and payment will vary.
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
~$877/yr in electricity from a typical rooftop solar system
Produces ~6,398 kWh/yr · offsets ~61% of a typical home's use
Resident-arranged private hauler
Garbage supplied by individual contractors to homeowners; city runs yard-waste drop-off.
Wyoming Department of Public Safety (Police)
Police/fire administration merged into Dept of Public Safety in 2014.
Services for Wyoming · Source: wyomingmi.gov
Utility, solar, and service details for Urbana Plat 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(30)
Barrel House Party Store
Grocery Store
Big Top Market
Grocery Store
Gordon Food Service
Grocery Store
+27 more within 5 miles
🍕 Restaurants(13)
Burger King
Fast Food
Mr. Burger
Restaurant
Fast Food
Shell
Restaurant
+8 more within 5 miles
☕ Coffee(24)
+21 more within 5 miles
🍺 Bars(22)
El Rodeo Mexican Sports Bar & Grille
Bar
Tommy Brann's Steakhouse & Grille
Bar
+19 more within 5 miles
🏫 Schools(25)
Oriole Park Elementary School
School
Saint John Vianney School
Holy Trinity School
West Elementary School
School
West Godwin Elementary School
School
+20 more within 5 miles
💪 Gyms(9)
Anytime Fitness
Fitness Center
Transformation Personal Fitness
Fitness Center
Fitness Center
+6 more within 5 miles
🌳 Parks(5)
+2 more within 5 miles
🐕 Dog Parks(2)
🚴 Trails(8)
Bike Path
Bike Path
Unnamed bike_path
Bike Path
Chateau Estates Area Trail
Bike Path
+5 more within 5 miles
⛵ Boat Launches(3)
Boat Launch
Boat Launch
Boat Launch
🚌 Transit(30)
Transit Stop
Transit Stop
Transit Stop
+27 more within 5 miles
💊 Pharmacies(12)
+9 more within 5 miles
👶 Childcare(3)
📚 Libraries(5)
+2 more within 5 miles
⚡ EV Charging(2)
Unnamed ev_charging
EV Charging
EV Charging
Frequently asked about Urbana Plat
- What do homes cost in Urbana Plat?
- The median home value in Urbana Plat is about $300,000. Individual prices vary by street, size, and condition.
- How active is the Urbana Plat housing market?
- there is 1 home for sale in Urbana Plat right now, and 10 homes sold here in the last 12 months. Listings refresh throughout the day from the MichRIC MLS.
- What schools serve Urbana Plat?
- Urbana Plat is served by Wyoming Public Schools. Its highest-rated assigned school is Kelloggsville High School (4/10).
- Is Urbana Plat walkable?
- Urbana Plat scores 4.8/10 for walkability — a measure of walking, biking, and driving access to groceries, dining, parks, schools, and transit.