West Lake
Surrounded by nature
Median $1.0M·Walkability 3.6/10·Schools 4.4/10
This intimate residential area in Kent County offers a rare combination of spacious living and convenient location on just over 100 acres. With generous lot sizes averaging nearly two acres, residents enjoy plenty of room for gardens, outdoor recreation, and privacy while remaining connected to Grand Rapids' nearby amenities and employment centers.
Why people love it here
Lake life
- West Lake within walking distance
- 25 parks within 1 mile
- West Lake: 2 min walk
- Worcester Drive Northeast: 15 min walk
Congress Elementary
- Elementary — 2.0 mi away
- Grand Rapids
- 9 rated schools in district
$1.0M median
- Assessor estimate
Lake facts
MI DNRDepth, fish species, and motor restrictions sourced from MI DNR — coming soon.
Explore West Lake
Same name, different focus — West Lake is also covered as:
- West Lake Lake Area — lake area details
Conventional Mortgage Calculator
Median home price in West Lake
Estimated Monthly Payment
$6,854/mo
Property tax and insurance are estimates you can edit — not a quote. Tap either figure to enter your own.
The interest rate shown is not an annual percentage rate (APR). Rate displayed is the current average 30-year fixed rate from the Freddie Mac Primary Mortgage Market Survey and is subject to change without notice. Your actual rate, payment, and costs may vary. Contact a loan officer for a personalized quote.
Guild Mortgage NMLS #3274. Equal Housing Opportunity. NMLS Consumer Access. Not a commitment to lend. All loans subject to underwriter approval; terms and conditions may apply. Subject to change without notice. Always consult an accountant or tax advisor for full eligibility requirements on tax deduction.
Flood Risk
None
Not in flood zone
Nearest Park
Hodenpyl Woods
0.5 mi
Parks Nearby
25
within 1 mile
Based on 14 rated schools nearby
Range: 2/10 to 8/10
School District: Grand Rapids Public Schools
Walkability
Limited
Overall walkability score out of 10
Based on actual walk/bike/drive times to nearby amenities via Mapbox
D&W Fresh Market
+1 more
Tacos El Cuñado
+1 more
MIX
Big Bob's Pizza
Hodenpyl Woods
+1 more
Unnamed playground
West Lake
+1 more
Unnamed beach
Worcester Drive Northeast
Hillcrest Dog Park
Hodenpyl Woods Trail
Butterworth Park Launch
The Funky Buddha Yoga Hothouse
+1 more
Maryland/Michigan (SB)
+1 more
Rite Aid
KDL - East Grand Rapids
+1 more
daycare
Wealthy Theater
+1 more
Crime in West Lake 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 →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
~$881/yr in electricity from a typical rooftop solar system
Produces ~6,423 kWh/yr · offsets ~61% 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 West Lake 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(29)
+26 more within 5 miles
🍕 Restaurants(6)
Jet's Pizza
Restaurant
Hoshi Hoshi
Restaurant
Restaurant
Molly's Cafe & Deli
Restaurant
+1 more within 5 miles
☕ Coffee(13)
+10 more within 5 miles
🍺 Bars(10)
Gravity Taphouse + Grille
Pub
Big Bob's Pizza
Bar
Vander Mill Grand Rapids
Bar
+7 more within 5 miles
🏫 Schools(30)
+25 more within 5 miles
💪 Gyms(15)
Fitness Center
Fitness 19
Fitness Center
REVfit
Fitness Center
+12 more within 5 miles
🌳 Parks(4)
+1 more within 5 miles
🐕 Dog Parks(8)
Hillcrest Dog Park
Dog Park
Dog Park in Celadon New Town Residential
Dog Park
Dog Park in Northeast
Dog Park
+5 more within 5 miles
🚴 Trails(6)
Hodenpyl Woods Trail
Bike Path
Bike Path
Bike Path
Unnamed bike_path
Bike Path
+3 more within 5 miles
⛵ Boat Launches(3)
Boat Launch
Boat Launch
Boat Launch
🚌 Transit(30)
Transit Stop
Transit Stop
Transit Stop
+27 more within 5 miles
💊 Pharmacies(12)
+9 more within 5 miles
👶 Childcare(2)
📚 Libraries(11)
+8 more within 5 miles
Atlas — Grand Rapids Real Estate
Local real estate specialists
Questions about West Lake? Our team can help with availability, schools, and what it's really like to live here.
Frequently asked about West Lake
- What do homes cost in West Lake?
- The median home value in West Lake is about $1,009,575. Individual prices vary by street, size, and condition.
- What schools serve West Lake?
- West Lake is served by Grand Rapids Public Schools. Its highest-rated assigned school is Congress Elementary (8/10).
- Is West Lake walkable?
- West Lake scores 3.6/10 for walkability — a measure of walking, biking, and driving access to groceries, dining, parks, schools, and transit.
Top contributors in West Lake
Detailed statistics are being computed for this location. Demographics, home values, schools, flood risk, and more will appear here automatically.