Van Elst Plat Area
Discover what makes Van Elst Plat Area unique — shops, streets, and community character.
1 home for sale·Median $405K·Walk Score 3.5/10·Schools 7.0/10
“Surrounded by nature”
9 homes sold in Van Elst Plat Area this year. Thinking of selling?
See what your home is worthNear the water
- Reeds Lake — 1.8 mi
- 4 parks within 1 mile
- Whiskey Pond: 7 min bike
- Unnamed park: 9 min bike
$405K median
- 9 sales in last 12mo
Most people expect a nondescript stretch of suburban strip stores when they land out here, but what they actually find is a dense residential pocket tucked against nature trails, minutes from both downtown and the airport. The neighborhood sits on 321 acres with Calvin University Ecosystem Preserve just a four-minute walk away—real green space, not a lawn-and-cul-de-sac fantasy. Brick ranches and thoughtfully updated homes line quiet streets, many with direct or easy access to wooded paths perfect for walking and birdwatching.
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Median home price in Van Elst Plat Area
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$2,749/mo
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Your Budget in Van Elst Plat Area
Median home price: $405,000
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Your budget of $284,976 works for starter homes and condos in this area
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9 sold in the past 12 months — homes here go fast
Nearby Schools
Based on 14 rated schools nearby
Range: 2/10 to 9/10
School District: Ridge Park Charter Academy
Environment & Amenities
Flood Risk
None
Not in flood zone
Nearest Park
Calvin University Ecosystem Preserve
0.2 mi
Parks Nearby
4
within 1 mile
Nearest Lake
Reeds Lake
1.8 mi
9 sold in the past 12 months — homes here go fast
