Washington Avenue & North 2nd Street Area
Walkable with great nature access
4 homes for sale·Median $640K·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
$640K median
- 11 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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11 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
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 4 homes for sale in Washington Avenue & North 2nd Street Area right now, and 11 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.
