Wayland
Wayland — explore its neighborhoods, schools, and community life.
“Strong schools draw families here”
Above average schools
- Wayland Union Schools
- 4 rated schools nearby
- Best nearby: 7/10
Park-rich area
- 5 parks within 1 mile
- Wayland Mini Park: 4 min walk
- Wayland City Park: 9 min walk
$355K median
- 2 recent sales
- $64K median household income
- 67% owner-occupied
Wayland sits about halfway between Grand Rapids and Kalamazoo in northeastern Allegan County, right off US-131 exit 64—a location that puts downtown Grand Rapids about 27 minutes away and Gerald R. Ford Airport roughly half an hour's drive. The town itself is small, around 4,100 residents spread across 1,925 acres, giving the whole place a sparse suburban feel where you've got room to breathe but everything essential is close enough to reach on foot. The Rabbit River Nature Trail is just a five-minute walk away, and there are five parks within a mile, along with grocery stores, coffee shops, and about nine restaurants all within quick reach—so you can grab what you need without planning an expedition. Homes here run around $300K, which reflects what you're getting: genuine small-town living with modern access, not some distant exurb.
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Median home price in Wayland
Estimated Monthly Payment
$2,410/mo
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Median home price: $354,950
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$989/mo
Median Rent
2 sold in the past 12 months — homes here go fast
Nearby Schools
Based on 4 rated schools nearby
Range: 5/10 to 7/10
Elementary
3
K-5 nearby
Middle
1
6-8 nearby
High School
2
9-12 nearby
School District: Wayland Union Schools
Environment & Amenities
Flood Risk
None
Not in flood zone
Nearest Park
Rabbit River Nature Trail
0.2 mi
Parks Nearby
5
within 1 mile
At a Glance
Population
4,411
Median Income
$64K
Household
Recent Sale Price
$355K
2 recent sales
Owner Occupied
67.26%
32.74% renter
Median Rent
$989
/month
College Degree
20.65%
Bachelor's+
Commute
26.6 min
Median
2 sold in the past 12 months — homes here go fast
