Wayland Union Schools
Surrounded by nature
Median $351K·Walkability 2.3/10·Schools 5.4/10
Rabbit River Nature Trail sits just a two-minute walk from the heart of Wayland Union Schools' territory, and that proximity to green space feels representative of the whole district—spread across nearly 57,000 acres that weave through multiple communities in West Michigan, roughly halfway between Grand Rapids and Kalamazoo. The district itself serves 2,765 students across seven schools, with the kind of community investment that shows up in tangible ways: a $39 million Fine Arts Center that opened in 2010, built after residents passed a bond, and newer facilities still coming online. Students here develop serious chops in performing arts—the kind of program where consistent festival recognition matters—and there's genuine school spirit around the Wildcats athletic teams.
Why people love it here
Lake life
- Selkirk Lake within walking distance
- 25 parks within 1 mile
- Main Loop: 1 min walk
- Rabbit River Nature Trail: 3 min walk
$351K median
- 179 sales in last 12mo
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Median home price in Wayland Union Schools
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See what your home is worthFlood Risk
None
Not in flood zone
Nearest Park
Rabbit River Nature Trail
0.1 mi
Parks Nearby
25
within 1 mile
Nearest Lake
Selkirk Lake
0.0 mi
Frequently asked about Wayland Union Schools
- What do homes cost in Wayland Union Schools?
- The median home value in Wayland Union Schools is about $350,750. Individual prices vary by street, size, and condition.
- How active is the Wayland Union Schools housing market?
- there are 59 homes for sale in Wayland Union Schools right now, and 179 homes sold here in the last 12 months. Listings refresh throughout the day from the MichRIC MLS.
- What schools serve Wayland Union Schools?
- Wayland Union Schools is served by Wayland Union Schools. Its highest-rated assigned school is RJ Steeby School (7/10).
- Is Wayland Union Schools walkable?
- Wayland Union Schools scores 2.3/10 for walkability — a measure of walking, biking, and driving access to groceries, dining, parks, schools, and transit.