Waters Towers Condominiums
Strong schools draw families here
Median $270K·Walkability 6.2/10·Schools 4.0/10
You know that moment when you pull up to a place and the first thing that hits you is the sheer density of Victorian brick rising up around you? That's Waters Towers — sitting right in the middle of Heritage Hill, where nearly every architectural style you can name is literally within a block. The condos themselves occupy about an acre, and you're steps from Baldwin Park, with over 30 parks within a mile if you feel like exploring. Downtown Grand Rapids is a quick 2.7-minute drive, the nearest transit stop is basically at your doorstep, and you've got 541 restaurants within a stone's throw, so whether you're hunting for coffee in 8 minutes or heading out for dinner in 3, the whole neighborhood moves with you. Homes here run around $454K.
Why people love it here
Grand Rapids Montessori Academy
- School — 0.3 mi away
- Grand Rapids
- 9 rated schools in district
Very walkable
- Fulton/College (WB): 2 min walk
- 18 places within a 10 min walk
$270K median
- 2 recent sales
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Median home price in Waters Towers Condominiums
Estimated Monthly Payment
$1,831/mo
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Based on 36 rated schools nearby
Range: 1/10 to 8/10
School District: Grand Rapids Public Schools
Walkability
Good
Overall walkability score out of 10
Based on actual walk/bike/drive times to nearby amenities via Mapbox
Wealthy Market
The Commons
+1 more
PaLatte Coffee & Art
Faith Hope And Love Songs
+1 more
Baldwin Park
+1 more
Unnamed playground
Fisk Lake
+1 more
Unnamed beach
Grand Rapids Riverwalk West
Hillcrest Dog Park
Belknap Lookout Trail
Butterworth Park Launch
REVfit
+1 more
Fulton/College (WB)
+1 more
Walgreens Pharmacy
+1 more
Grand Rapids Public Library
+1 more
daycare
Celebration Cinema Studio Park
Recent Sale Price
$270K
2 recent sales
Units
30
Complex Size
1.1 ac
30 units
Crime in Waters Towers Condominiums 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 Waters Towers Condominiums home (around $269,750) at today's 6.49% 30-year fixed rate with 20% down, you'd need roughly $48k/year in household income to qualify — an estimated monthly payment of $1,794 (principal, interest, property tax est., and insurance).
| Down payment | Monthly payment | Income needed |
|---|---|---|
| 20% | $1,794/mo | $47,845 |
| 10% (+PMI) | $2,066/mo | $55,084 |
| 5% (+PMI) | $2,156/mo | $57,505 |
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
~$868/yr in electricity from a typical rooftop solar system
Produces ~6,334 kWh/yr · offsets ~60% 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 Waters Towers Condominiums 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.
Flood Risk
None
Not in flood zone
Nearest Park
Baldwin Park
0.2 mi
Parks Nearby
150
within 1 mile
🛒 Grocery(30)
Wealthy Market
Grocery Store
Gorden Food Service
Grocery Store
Fannies Corner
Grocery Store
+27 more within 5 miles
🍕 Restaurants(9)
Restaurant
Restaurant
Restaurant
Jets pizza
Restaurant
Farmer's Fridge
Restaurant
+4 more within 5 miles
☕ Coffee(16)
+13 more within 5 miles
🍺 Bars(18)
+15 more within 5 miles
🏫 Schools(30)
Grand Rapids Learning Center
Grand Rapids Public School
Blodgett School
Henry School
Congress Elementary School
School
+25 more within 5 miles
💪 Gyms(13)
REVfit
Fitness Center
8th Day Gym
Fitness Center
Fitness Center
+10 more within 5 miles
🐕 Dog Parks(9)
Hillcrest Dog Park
Dog Park
Downtown Westside Dog Park
Dog Park
Wyoming Dog Park Dog Park
Dog Park
+6 more within 5 miles
🚴 Trails(5)
Belknap Lookout Trail
Bike Path
Bike Path
Bike Path
Grandville Trail
Bike Path
+2 more within 5 miles
⛵ Boat Launches(2)
Boat Launch
Boat Launch
🚌 Transit(30)
Transit Stop
Transit Stop
Transit Stop
+27 more within 5 miles
💊 Pharmacies(14)
+11 more within 5 miles
👶 Childcare(2)
📚 Libraries(13)
+10 more within 5 miles
Frequently asked about Waters Towers Condominiums
- What do homes cost in Waters Towers Condominiums?
- The median home value in Waters Towers Condominiums is about $269,750. Individual prices vary by street, size, and condition.
- How active is the Waters Towers Condominiums housing market?
- no homes are listed in Waters Towers Condominiums right now, and 2 homes sold here in the last 12 months. Listings refresh throughout the day from the MichRIC MLS.
- What schools serve Waters Towers Condominiums?
- Waters Towers Condominiums is served by Grand Rapids Public Schools. Its highest-rated assigned school is City MiddleHigh (8/10).
- Is Waters Towers Condominiums walkable?
- Waters Towers Condominiums scores 6.2/10 for walkability — a measure of walking, biking, and driving access to groceries, dining, parks, schools, and transit.