Clear Bottom Lake Area
Quiet lots near top schools
The quick answer
Clear Bottom Lake Area is a neighborhood, part of Rockford Public Schools and about 10 miles from downtown Grand Rapids. Homes here typically sell for around $411,000.
2 homes for sale·Median $411K·Walkability 1.5/10·Schools 6.0/10
What surprises people about this stretch is how much suburban space you get while staying genuinely close to things—a restaurant is a two-minute walk away, groceries an eight-minute one, yet the lots run over three acres on average, giving you room to breathe. Ranch homes with vinyl siding dominate the landscape, many recently refreshed with modern kitchens, new HVAC systems, and open floor plans that feel bright and functional rather than cramped. The area sits just north of Plainfield charter township, about eighteen minutes from downtown Grand Rapids, so you're commuting distance but not trapped in it.
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Why people love it here
3.3 acre avg lots
- 32 homes
Split school district
- Elementary — 2.6 mi away
- Rockford (83%) · Comstock Park (17%)
- ⚠️ District depends on address
- 5 rated schools in district
Near the water
- Elk Lake — 0.6 mi
- Duck Lake: 9 min bike
- Unnamed park: 12 min bike
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Median home price in Clear Bottom Lake Area
Estimated Monthly Payment
$2,793/mo
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6 homes sold in Clear Bottom Lake Area this year. Thinking of selling?
See what your home is worthMedian Sale Price
$411K
6 sales in last 12mo
Parks Nearby
0
within 1 mile
Nearest Park
Unnamed park
1.2 mi
Expected Rent
$1,475/mo
$1,300 – $1,675 · wider-area estimate
Based on 2 rated schools nearby
Range: 3/10 to 9/10
School District: Rockford Public Schools
Flood Risk
None
Not in flood zone
Nearest Park
Unnamed park
1.2 mi
Parks Nearby
0
within 1 mile
Nearest Lake
Elk Lake
0.6 mi
Walkability
Car-dependent
Overall walkability score out of 10
Based on actual walk/bike/drive times to nearby amenities via Mapbox
Meijer
Subway
+1 more
BIGGBY COFFEE
Flo's Pizzeria Ristorante & Sports Bar
Unnamed park
Duck Lake
+1 more
Unnamed beach
Roguewood Drive Northeast
Rogue River Launch (A-41-011)
Snap Fitness
Krause Memorial Library
Kidz Clubhouse
Northstar Cinema
Crime in Clear Bottom Lake 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 Kent County.
Kent County crime & safety stats →To buy a median-priced Clear Bottom Lake Area home (around $411,450) at today's 6.76% 30-year fixed rate with 20% down, you'd need roughly $75k/year in household income to qualify — an estimated monthly payment of $2,795 (principal, interest, property tax est., and insurance).
| Down payment | Monthly payment | Income needed |
|---|---|---|
| 20% | $2,795/mo | $74,545 |
| 10% (+PMI) | $3,217/mo | $85,783 |
| 5% (+PMI) | $3,359/mo | $89,574 |
Estimates use a 6.76% 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
1 parcel
Active / pending
Typical Land Value
$67K/acre
Median asking
Median Price
$500K
Per listing
Who actually lends in Clear Bottom Lake Area, and how homes here are financed — from 2024 federal mortgage records.
Loans to buy a home
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.
Local Government · area-wide
Plainfield Charter Township
Source: plainfieldmi.org · unconfirmed
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
~$868/yr in electricity from a typical rooftop solar system
Produces ~6,331 kWh/yr · offsets ~60% of a typical home's use
Municipal / public water
Based on assessor parcel records
Municipal sewer
Based on assessor parcel records
Resident-arranged private hauler
Township provides public safety coordinating with sheriff/Major Case Team.
Services for Plainfield Township · Source: NREL Utility Rates API
Utility, solar, and service details for Clear Bottom Lake 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(8)
Meijer
Grocery Store
Belmont Grocery
Grocery Store
Cielito Lindo
Grocery Store
+5 more within 5 miles
🍕 Restaurants(9)
Hill'S Bbq Llc
Restaurant
Little Caesars Pizza
Restaurant
Thai Fusion Rockford
Restaurant
+4 more within 5 miles
☕ Coffee(11)
Biggby Coffee
Café
Meijer Cafe And Thrift Market
Café
Starbucks Coffee Company
Café
+8 more within 5 miles
🍺 Bars(10)
Flo's Pizzeria Ristorante & Sports Bar
Bar
Eastern Kille Distillery
Restaurant
Bow Tie Tavern
Bar
+7 more within 5 miles
🏫 Schools(17)
Post School
Goff School
Englishville School (Closed)
Koon School
Valley View School
+12 more within 5 miles
💪 Gyms(4)
Snap Fitness
Fitness Center
Fitness Center
MVP Fitness
Fitness Center
+1 more within 5 miles
🌳 Parks(6)
+3 more within 5 miles
🐕 Dog Parks(1)
Dog Park in Pine Island Dr & Algoma Ave Area
Dog Park
🚴 Trails(7)
Carin Tech
Bike Path
Merrell Trail
Bike Path
Belmont Ave & Northland Dr Area Trail
Bike Path
+4 more within 5 miles
⛵ Boat Launches(5)
Boat Launch
Boat Launch
Boat Launch
+2 more within 5 miles
👶 Childcare(1)
Childcare Center
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Living in Clear Bottom Lake Area: the details
Is Clear Bottom Lake Area a good place to live?
Clear Bottom Lake Area is a strong fit if you want a quick drive to downtown Grand Rapids and room to spread out on larger lots — 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 Rockford Public Schools. Homes here typically sell for around $411,000.
What does it cost to live in Clear Bottom Lake Area?
The typical home in Clear Bottom Lake Area goes for around $411,000. There are 2 homes for sale here right now and 6 homes sold here in the past year.
Frequently asked about Clear Bottom Lake Area
- What do homes cost in Clear Bottom Lake Area?
- The median home value in Clear Bottom Lake Area is about $411,450. Individual prices vary by street, size, and condition.
- How active is the Clear Bottom Lake Area housing market?
- there are 2 homes for sale in Clear Bottom Lake Area right now, and 6 homes sold here in the last 12 months. Listings refresh throughout the day from the MichRIC MLS.
- What schools serve Clear Bottom Lake Area?
- Clear Bottom Lake Area is served by Rockford Public Schools. Its highest-rated assigned school is North Rockford Middle School (9/10).
- Is Clear Bottom Lake Area walkable?
- Clear Bottom Lake Area scores 1.5/10 for walkability — a measure of walking, biking, and driving access to groceries, dining, parks, schools, and transit.
