Washington Avenue & North 2nd Street Area
Walkable with great nature access
The quick answer
Washington Avenue & North 2nd Street Area is a walkable neighborhood, part of Grand Haven Area Public Schools. Homes here typically sell for around $640,000.
3 homes for sale·Median $640K·Walkability 7.1/10·Schools 5.3/10
You're basically in downtown—restaurants and groceries are literally steps away, and Central Park is a quick stroll if you want green space or need to move around. The loft-style units here (think The Lofts at 300 development) give this stretch a modern, mixed-use vibe with open kitchens, private decks, and enough dining options to never cook twice. You're 44 minutes from Grand Rapids, but honestly, the beach is 18 seconds away by car, which is the whole point of being in Grand Haven. Schools feed into Grand Haven Area Public Schools, and there are 23 parks within a mile if you want to get outside without leaving the neighborhood. Walkability here is solid for errands and eating out—you can handle dinner without thinking twice about where to go.
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Why people love it here
Walkability
Good
Overall walkability score out of 10
Based on actual walk/bike/drive times to nearby amenities via Mapbox
Lake life
- Spring Lake within walking distance
- 115 parks within 1 mile
- Central Park: 4 min walk
- Depot Pavilion: 5 min walk
$640K median
- 13 sales in last 12mo
White Pines Intermediate School
- Middle — 1.5 mi away
- Grand Haven Area
- 4 rated schools in district
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Median home price in Washington Avenue & North 2nd Street Area
Estimated Monthly Payment
$4,345/mo
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13 homes sold in Washington Avenue & North 2nd Street Area this year. Thinking of selling?
See what your home is worthFlood Risk
None
Not in flood zone
Nearest Park
Central Park
0.2 mi
Parks Nearby
115
within 1 mile
Grand Haven Vinegar and Oil
+1 more
Lakeside Eats
+1 more
Aldea Coffee
+1 more
The Eagles
+1 more
Central Park
Depot Pavilion Playground
Smith Bayou
+1 more
Unnamed beach
Poplar Ridge
Eastern Park Dog Park
Hatton Park Trail
Grand Haven Municipal Launch
+1 more
gym
Walgreens
Loutit District Library
Grand Haven 9
Median Sale Price
$640K
13 sales in last 12mo
Parks Nearby
115
within 1 mile
Nearest Park
Central Park
0.2 mi
Expected Rent
$1,350/mo
$1,175 – $1,500 · estimated range
Based on 10 rated schools nearby
Range: 2/10 to 8/10
School District: Grand Haven Area Public Schools
Crime in Washington Avenue & North 2nd Street 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 Grand Haven.
Grand Haven crime & safety stats →To buy a median-priced Washington Avenue & North 2nd Street Area home (around $640,000) at today's 6.65% 30-year fixed rate with 20% down, you'd need roughly $115k/year in household income to qualify — an estimated monthly payment of $4,311 (principal, interest, property tax est., and insurance).
| Down payment | Monthly payment | Income needed |
|---|---|---|
| 20% | $4,311/mo | $114,956 |
| 10% (+PMI) | $4,962/mo | $132,312 |
| 5% (+PMI) | $5,180/mo | $138,146 |
Estimates use a 6.65% 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.
Local Government · area-wide
City of Grand Haven
Source: grandhaven.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
~$869/yr in electricity from a typical rooftop solar system
Produces ~6,488 kWh/yr · offsets ~62% of a typical home's use
Municipal / public water
Based on assessor parcel records
Municipal sewer
Based on assessor parcel records
Private hauler (resident-arranged)
No municipal trash contract confirmed
Grand Haven Light & Power · ~13.4¢/kWh
Community-owned utility since 1896; ~15,000 customers
Confirm by addressServices for Grand Haven · Source: grandhaven.org
Utility, solar, and service details for Washington Avenue & North 2nd Street 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)
Grocery Store
D&W Fresh Market
Grocery Store
D&W
Grocery Store
+5 more within 5 miles
🍕 Restaurants(14)
Lakeside Eats
Restaurant
The Foundry Grill GH
Restaurant
Powder Keg Kitchen
Restaurant
Fast Food
Smokey Jose's
Restaurant
+9 more within 5 miles
☕ Coffee(14)
+11 more within 5 miles
🍺 Bars(12)
+9 more within 5 miles
🏫 Schools(16)
Central School
Elliott School
Lakeshore Middle School
School
Ferry School
Saint Johns School
+11 more within 5 miles
🐕 Dog Parks(5)
Dog Park in Gluecks Sub Area
Dog Park
Eastern Park Dog Park
Dog Park
Coast Guard Park Dog Park
Dog Park
+2 more within 5 miles
🚴 Trails(4)
Hatton Park Trail
Bike Path
Robinson Park Trail
Bike Path
Unnamed bike_path
Bike Path
+1 more within 5 miles
⛵ Boat Launches(6)
Boat Launch
Boat Launch
Boat Launch
+3 more within 5 miles
🏥 Hospitals(1)
Hospital
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Living in Washington Avenue & North 2nd Street Area: the details
Is Washington Avenue & North 2nd Street Area a good place to live?
Washington Avenue & North 2nd Street Area is a strong fit if you want a walkable setting and easy access to Lake Michigan — here is what the data shows. Day to day, you can walk to groceries, cafés and parks for many everyday errands, though a car still helps for bigger trips. This neighborhood is part of Grand Haven Area Public Schools. Homes here typically sell for around $640,000.
What does it cost to live in Washington Avenue & North 2nd Street Area?
Homes in Washington Avenue & North 2nd Street Area sell for a median of about $640,000. There are 3 homes for sale here right now and 13 homes sold here in the past year.
Frequently asked about Washington Avenue & North 2nd Street Area
- What do homes cost in Washington Avenue & North 2nd Street Area?
- The median home value in Washington Avenue & North 2nd Street Area is about $640,000. Individual prices vary by street, size, and condition.
- How active is the Washington Avenue & North 2nd Street Area housing market?
- there are 3 homes for sale in Washington Avenue & North 2nd Street Area right now, and 13 homes sold here in the last 12 months. Listings refresh throughout the day from the MichRIC MLS.
- What schools serve Washington Avenue & North 2nd Street Area?
- Washington Avenue & North 2nd Street Area is served by Grand Haven Area Public Schools. Its highest-rated assigned school is Grand Haven High School (8/10).
- Is Washington Avenue & North 2nd Street Area walkable?
- Washington Avenue & North 2nd Street Area scores 7.1/10 for walkability — a measure of walking, biking, and driving access to groceries, dining, parks, schools, and transit.
