Washington Avenue & North 2nd Street Area
Walkable with great nature access
4 homes for sale·Median $630K·Walkability 7.1/10·Schools 5.3/10
The daily rhythm here centers on stairs and storefronts rather than driveways—everything from coffee to dinner lives steps away, and you're likelier to run into someone on the sidewalk than in a parking lot. Loft living over retail, open kitchens with balconies overlooking the street, and The Lofts at 300 anchoring the stretch give the area an intentional, mixed-use pulse that feels more like a destination within Grand Haven than a neighborhood passing through it. Downtown sits within reach of Grand Haven Area Public Schools, and the beach is 18 seconds away by car—though you're more likely to walk to Central Park or pick a restaurant from 174 options within a mile. Grocers, cafés, and boat access to the Municipal Launch at 0.8 miles round out a place designed for people who actually want to be outside their homes.
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
$630K median
- 12 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
$4,277/mo
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12 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
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 $630,000) at today's 6.49% 30-year fixed rate with 20% down, you'd need roughly $112k/year in household income to qualify — an estimated monthly payment of $4,190 (principal, interest, property tax est., and insurance).
| Down payment | Monthly payment | Income needed |
|---|---|---|
| 20% | $4,190/mo | $111,742 |
| 10% (+PMI) | $4,824/mo | $128,649 |
| 5% (+PMI) | $5,036/mo | $134,303 |
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.
Local Government · area-wide
City of Grand Haven
Source: grandhaven.org · unconfirmed
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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(15)
Lakeside Eats
Restaurant
The Foundry Grill GH
Restaurant
Powder Keg Kitchen
Restaurant
Fast Food
Smokey Jose's
Restaurant
+10 more within 5 miles
☕ Coffee(19)
+16 more within 5 miles
🍺 Bars(16)
+13 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)
Eastern Park Dog Park
Dog Park
Dog Park in Gluecks Sub Area
Dog Park
Coast Guard Park Dog Park
Dog Park
+2 more within 5 miles
🚴 Trails(4)
+1 more within 5 miles
⛵ Boat Launches(6)
Boat Launch
Boat Launch
Boat Launch
+3 more within 5 miles
🏥 Hospitals(1)
Hospital
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 $630,000. Individual prices vary by street, size, and condition.
- How active is the Washington Avenue & North 2nd Street Area housing market?
- there are 4 homes for sale in Washington Avenue & North 2nd Street Area right now, and 12 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.
