Van Elst Plat No.1
Great schools with outdoor access
Median $351K·Walkability 3.7/10·Schools 5.9/10
Early evening light hits these three acres just right, when the tree canopy softens and the neighborhood feels settled. Van Elst Plat No.1 sits in Lake Eastbrook, a residential area that's seen real infrastructure investment in recent years—fresh road work, new water mains, and modern street lighting that make the whole place feel tended to. Homes here run around $351K, and you're about 12 and a half minutes from downtown Grand Rapids, which means commuting doesn't eat your life.
Why people love it here
Near the water
- Reeds Lake — 1.4 mi
- 15 parks within 1 mile
- Whiskey Pond: 13 min walk
- Calvin University Ecosystem Preserve: 15 min walk
$351K median
- 1 recent sale
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Median home price in Van Elst Plat No.1
Estimated Monthly Payment
$2,383/mo

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Based on 8 rated schools nearby
Range: 2/10 to 9/10
School District: Forest Hills Public Schools
Flood Risk
None
Not in flood zone
Nearest Park
Calvin University Ecosystem Preserve
0.3 mi
Parks Nearby
15
within 1 mile
Nearest Lake
Reeds Lake
1.4 mi
Frequently asked about Van Elst Plat No.1
- What do homes cost in Van Elst Plat No.1?
- The median home value in Van Elst Plat No.1 is about $351,000. Individual prices vary by street, size, and condition.
- How active is the Van Elst Plat No.1 housing market?
- no homes are listed in Van Elst Plat No.1 right now, and 1 home sold here in the last 12 months. Listings refresh throughout the day from the MichRIC MLS.
- What schools serve Van Elst Plat No.1?
- Van Elst Plat No.1 is served by Forest Hills Public Schools. Its highest-rated assigned school is City MiddleHigh (8/10).
- Is Van Elst Plat No.1 walkable?
- Van Elst Plat No.1 scores 3.7/10 for walkability — a measure of walking, biking, and driving access to groceries, dining, parks, schools, and transit.