Walcrath No.1
Solid value in a growing area
Median $535K·Walkability 4.3/10·Schools 3.5/10
The lots here—a quarter-acre each on five platted acres—feel tight compared to the sprawling ranch homes that define Shawnee Park, but the trade-off is proximity: downtown Grand Rapids sits 13 minutes away, and the Gerald R. Ford airport is just over 17 minutes if you need it. Schools within walking distance include options through Grand Rapids Public Schools, and forty-two restaurants cluster within a mile, making errands something you can handle on foot rather than a drive. Median homes here run around $411K, reflecting the density and convenience that set this subdivision apart from the quieter, larger-lot neighborhoods surrounding it. Ottawa Hills High School Athletic Fields are a six-minute walk away, and there's a transit stop five minutes on foot—useful anchors in a part of Shawnee Park where the suburban feel stays close to the city's pulse.
Why people love it here
$535K median
- 1 recent sale
Park-rich area
- 40 parks within 1 mile
- Ottawa Hills High School Athletic Fields: 12 min walk
- Ottawa Hills Park: 14 min walk
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Median home price in Walcrath No.1
Estimated Monthly Payment
$3,632/mo
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Recent Sale Price
$535K
1 recent sale
Parcels / Units
18
Median Lot Size
0.24 ac
0.20 ac – 0.31 ac
Flood Risk
None
Not in flood zone
Nearest Park
Ottawa Hills High School Athletic Fields
0.3 mi
Parks Nearby
40
within 1 mile
Walkability
Fair
Overall walkability score out of 10
Based on actual walk/bike/drive times to nearby amenities via Mapbox
SAFARI SUPERMARKET LLC
+1 more
Mineo's Pizza
+1 more
Samboosa Bell
Last Chance Tavern & Grill
+1 more
Ottawa Hills High School Athletic Fields
+1 more
Ottawa Hills Park Playground
Fisk Lake
+1 more
Unnamed beach
Underground Trail (MTB)
Hillcrest Dog Park
Plaster Creek Trail
Butterworth Park Launch
The Funky Buddha Yoga Hothouse
Burton/Plymouth (EB)
+1 more
Walgreens
Ottawa Hills Public Library
+1 more
My Little Munchkins Childcare Learning Center
Phoenix Theatres Woodland Mall
+1 more
Based on 15 rated schools nearby
Range: 1/10 to 8/10
School District: Grand Rapids Public Schools
Crime in Walcrath No.1 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 Walcrath No.1 home (around $535,000) at today's 6.49% 30-year fixed rate with 20% down, you'd need roughly $95k/year in household income to qualify — an estimated monthly payment of $3,558 (principal, interest, property tax est., and insurance).
| Down payment | Monthly payment | Income needed |
|---|---|---|
| 20% | $3,558/mo | $94,892 |
| 10% (+PMI) | $4,097/mo | $109,250 |
| 5% (+PMI) | $4,277/mo | $114,051 |
Estimates use a 6.49% 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.
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
~$844/yr in electricity from a typical rooftop solar system
Produces ~6,158 kWh/yr · offsets ~59% of a typical home's use
City of Grand Rapids Water System
Regional water provider serving ~280,000 across Kent and Ottawa counties.
City of Grand Rapids Environmental Services (Water Resource Recovery Facility)
WRRF treats ~40 MGD of wastewater.
City of Grand Rapids Refuse & Recycling
City-run refuse/recycling cart program for residents.
Consumers Energy Co · ~13.7¢/kWh
Investor-owned utility serving the region.
Confirm by addressDTE Energy
DTE Gas serves much of Grand Rapids natural gas; verify by address.
Confirm by addressServices for Grand Rapids · Source: grandrapidsmi.gov
Utility, solar, and service details for Walcrath No.1 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(29)
+26 more within 5 miles
🍕 Restaurants(16)
Mineo's Pizza
Restaurant
Restaurant
Bww Gr1
Restaurant
El Torito Asador
Restaurant
Restaurant
+11 more within 5 miles
☕ Coffee(20)
+17 more within 5 miles
🍺 Bars(18)
+15 more within 5 miles
🏫 Schools(27)
Ottawa Hills High School
School
Grand Rapids Christian High School
School
Immaculate Heart of Mary School
Grand Rapids Christian Elementary School–Evergreen Campus
School
+22 more within 5 miles
💪 Gyms(10)
Planet Fitness
Fitness Center
Fitness Center
Blue's Gym
Fitness Center
+7 more within 5 miles
🌳 Parks(4)
Ottawa Hills High School Athletic Fields
Ottawa Hills Park
MacKay-Jaycee Park
+1 more within 5 miles
🐕 Dog Parks(5)
Dog Park in 29th St & East Paris Ave Area
Dog Park
Hillcrest Dog Park
Dog Park
Wyoming Dog Park Dog Park
Dog Park
+2 more within 5 miles
🚴 Trails(9)
+6 more within 5 miles
⛵ Boat Launches(1)
Boat Launch
🚌 Transit(30)
Transit Stop
Transit Stop
Transit Stop
+27 more within 5 miles
💊 Pharmacies(12)
+9 more within 5 miles
👶 Childcare(3)
🏥 Hospitals(5)
+2 more within 5 miles
📚 Libraries(12)
+9 more within 5 miles
⚡ EV Charging(4)
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EV Charging
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EV Charging
ChargePoint
EV Charging
EV Charging
Frequently asked about Walcrath No.1
- What do homes cost in Walcrath No.1?
- The median home value in Walcrath No.1 is about $535,000. Individual prices vary by street, size, and condition.
- How active is the Walcrath No.1 housing market?
- no homes are listed in Walcrath 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 Walcrath No.1?
- Walcrath No.1 is served by Grand Rapids Public Schools. Its highest-rated assigned school is City MiddleHigh (8/10).
- Is Walcrath No.1 walkable?
- Walcrath No.1 scores 4.3/10 for walkability — a measure of walking, biking, and driving access to groceries, dining, parks, schools, and transit.