Wealthy
Walkable with great nature access
Median $374K·Walkability 8.0/10·Schools 4.1/10
Day-to-day around here revolves around the strip along Wealthy Street—you've got restaurants, shops, and the Theatre District all within arm's reach, which means running errands doesn't require much of a drive. The neighborhood itself is close enough to Eastown and the Uptown Business District that you can walk between them in minutes, giving you access to a much wider range of bars, coffee spots, and galleries without feeling like you're hopping between separate worlds. Heritage Hill charm runs deep in some blocks, with 19th-century brick homes and original hardwood floors showing up in listings, though you'll also find plenty of properties ready for renovation if you're thinking investment or a blank-canvas project. About 5 minutes on foot gets you into Eastown proper, and the whole area sits nestled within Grand Rapids—a city known for its art scene, brewery culture, and walkable downtown—so weekend exploring doesn't feel limited to this corridor alone. If you're drawn to restored period details or the energy of a neighborhood that's actively reinvesting in itself, this stretch delivers both without pretense.
Why people love it here
Walkability
Excellent
Overall walkability score out of 10
Based on actual walk/bike/drive times to nearby amenities via Mapbox
Near the water
- Reeds Lake — 1.9 mi
- 105 parks within 1 mile
- Cherry Hill Green: 5 min walk
- Fisk Lake: 5 min drive
$374K median
- 12 sales in last 12mo
Congress Elementary
- Elementary — 0.4 mi away
- Grand Rapids
- 9 rated schools in district
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Median home price in Wealthy
Estimated Monthly Payment
$2,536/mo
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12 homes sold in Wealthy this year. Thinking of selling?
See what your home is worthNearest Park
Cherry Hill Green
0.2 mi
Parks Nearby
105
within 1 mile
Nearest Lake
Reeds Lake
1.9 mi
Wealthy Market
Toppers Pizza
Squibb
The Meanwhile
Cherry Hill Green
Unnamed playground
Fisk Lake
Unnamed beach
Hall Street trail
Hillcrest Dog Park
Belknap Lookout Trail
Butterworth Park Launch
The Funky Buddha Yoga Hothouse
+1 more
Wealthy/Eureka (WB)
+1 more
CVS Pharmacy
Grand Rapids Public Library
+1 more
daycare
Wealthy Theater
Based on 33 rated schools nearby
Range: 1/10 to 8/10
School District: Grand Rapids Public Schools
Crime in Wealthy 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 Rapids.
Grand Rapids crime & safety stats →To buy a median-priced Wealthy home (around $373,500) at today's 6.49% 30-year fixed rate with 20% down, you'd need roughly $66k/year in household income to qualify — an estimated monthly payment of $2,484 (principal, interest, property tax est., and insurance).
| Down payment | Monthly payment | Income needed |
|---|---|---|
| 20% | $2,484/mo | $66,247 |
| 10% (+PMI) | $2,860/mo | $76,271 |
| 5% (+PMI) | $2,986/mo | $79,623 |
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.
Multifamily for sale
Listings
2 buildings
Active / pending
Median Price
$345K
Per building
Price Per Unit
$173K
Median
Who actually lends in Wealthy, and how homes here are financed — from 2024 federal mortgage records.
Loans to buy a home
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Source: 2024 HMDA (CFPB/FFIEC). Neighborhood figures are area-weighted estimates from census-tract data; loan amounts are rounded and all-cash purchases are excluded.
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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 Wealthy 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(30)
+27 more within 5 miles
🍕 Restaurants(10)
Toppers Pizza
Restaurant
Thai Table
Restaurant
Restaurant
Restaurant
Testa Rossa Italian Ristorante
Restaurant
+5 more within 5 miles
☕ Coffee(12)
+9 more within 5 miles
🍺 Bars(18)
+15 more within 5 miles
🏫 Schools(29)
Blodgett School
Henry School
Congress Elementary School
School
Southeast Career Pathways (2025)
Sigsbee School
+24 more within 5 miles
💪 Gyms(16)
Fitness Center
REVfit
Fitness Center
8th Day Gym
Fitness Center
+13 more within 5 miles
🌳 Parks(4)
+1 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(13)
+10 more within 5 miles
👶 Childcare(2)
📚 Libraries(12)
+9 more within 5 miles
Frequently asked about Wealthy
- What do homes cost in Wealthy?
- The median home value in Wealthy is about $373,500. Individual prices vary by street, size, and condition.
- How active is the Wealthy housing market?
- there are 2 homes for sale in Wealthy right now, and 12 homes sold here in the last 12 months. Listings refresh throughout the day from the MichRIC MLS.
- What schools serve Wealthy?
- Wealthy is served by Grand Rapids Public Schools. Its highest-rated assigned school is Congress Elementary (8/10).
- Is Wealthy walkable?
- Wealthy scores 8.0/10 for walkability — a measure of walking, biking, and driving access to groceries, dining, parks, schools, and transit.
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