Parmelee Area
Solid value in a growing area
The quick answer
Parmelee Area is a neighborhood, part of Thornapple Kellogg School District. Homes here typically sell for around $335,000.
8 homes for sale·Median $335K·Walkability 2.6/10·Schools 6.8/10
Out here you're looking at wide-open lots—most running around 6.5 acres—which means real breathing room between homes and that low-density feel that keeps things genuinely rural. Crane Road Ballfields sit right adjacent, so outdoor recreation is literally on the boundary, and Spring Lake is about a mile and a half away if you want water access. The neighborhood has a working village energy: a restaurant is steps away, a coffee shop about a mile down the road, and you've got a solid cluster of ten dining spots within a mile, which is genuinely convenient for an area this size. Grocery shopping runs about 1.7 miles, close enough that you're not driving forever for milk but far enough that the character stays land-forward and quiet. The 10,000-plus-acre footprint makes this less a subdivision and more a genuinely scattered rural pocket—the kind of place where your nearest neighbor isn't watching your driveway.
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Why people love it here
$335K median
- 23 sales in last 12mo
Lee Elementary School
- Elementary — 1.8 mi away
- Thornapple Kellogg
- 4 rated schools in district
Park-rich area
- 5 parks within 1 mile
- Crane Road Ballfields: 10 min walk
- Kent County Trail: 6 min bike
Conventional Mortgage Calculator
Median home price in Parmelee Area
Estimated Monthly Payment
$2,274/mo
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23 homes sold in Parmelee Area this year. Thinking of selling?
See what your home is worthMedian Sale Price
$335K
23 sales in last 12mo
Parks Nearby
5
within 1 mile
Nearest Park
Crane Road Ballfields
0.9 mi
Expected Rent
$1,700/mo
$1,575 – $1,850 · estimated range
Based on 4 rated schools nearby
Range: 6/10 to 8/10
School District: Thornapple Kellogg School District
Flood Risk
None
Not in flood zone
Nearest Park
Crane Road Ballfields
0.9 mi
Parks Nearby
5
within 1 mile
Walkability
Limited
Overall walkability score out of 10
Based on actual walk/bike/drive times to nearby amenities via Mapbox
The Big Easy
+1 more
Champs Bar
Crane Road Ballfields
+1 more
Calvin G. Hill Park Playground
Barber Lake
Fishing Beach
Stimson Road
Middleville Bark Park
Kent County Trail
Campbell Lake Launch
Gymnastics In Motion
Middleville Village Library
Kids R Angels Childcare Center
Crime in Parmelee Area 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 Barry County.
Barry County crime & safety stats →To buy a median-priced Parmelee Area home (around $335,000) at today's 6.65% 30-year fixed rate with 20% down, you'd need roughly $60k/year in household income to qualify — an estimated monthly payment of $2,256 (principal, interest, property tax est., and insurance).
| Down payment | Monthly payment | Income needed |
|---|---|---|
| 20% | $2,256/mo | $60,172 |
| 10% (+PMI) | $2,597/mo | $69,257 |
| 5% (+PMI) | $2,712/mo | $72,311 |
Estimates use a 6.65% 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.
Land for sale
Listings
5 parcels
Active / pending
Typical Land Value
$44K/acre
Median asking
Median Price
$125K
Per listing
Multifamily for sale
Listings
1 building
Active / pending
Median Price
$570K
Per building
Price Per Unit
$285K
Median
Who actually lends in Parmelee Area, and how homes here are financed — from 2024 federal mortgage records.
Loans to buy a home
Most active lenders
Homeowners refinancing an existing mortgage
Most active lenders
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.
Solar potential
~$902/yr in electricity from a typical rooftop solar system
Produces ~6,309 kWh/yr · offsets ~60% of a typical home's use
Utility, solar, and service details for Parmelee Area 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.
🍕 Restaurants(5)
☕ Coffee(3)
🍺 Bars(6)
+3 more within 5 miles
🏫 Schools(6)
School
School
School
Thornapple Kellogg Early Childhood Center
+1 more within 5 miles
💪 Gyms(1)
Gymnastics In Motion
Fitness Center
🌳 Parks(3)
🐕 Dog Parks(1)
Middleville Bark Park
Dog Park
🚴 Trails(4)
+1 more within 5 miles
📚 Libraries(1)
Middleville Village Library
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Living in Parmelee Area: the details
Is Parmelee Area a good place to live?
Here is a data-based look at what living in Parmelee Area is like. For getting around, it is mostly a drive-first area, so you will use a car for groceries, dining and errands. This neighborhood is part of Thornapple Kellogg School District. Expect prices centered around $335,000.
What does it cost to live in Parmelee Area?
The median home value in Parmelee Area is about $335,000. There are 8 homes for sale here right now and 23 homes sold here in the past year.
Frequently asked about Parmelee Area
- What do homes cost in Parmelee Area?
- The median home value in Parmelee Area is about $335,000. Individual prices vary by street, size, and condition.
- How active is the Parmelee Area housing market?
- there are 8 homes for sale in Parmelee Area right now, and 23 homes sold here in the last 12 months. Listings refresh throughout the day from the MichRIC MLS.
- What schools serve Parmelee Area?
- Parmelee Area is served by Thornapple Kellogg School District. Its highest-rated assigned school is Lee Elementary School (8/10).
- Is Parmelee Area walkable?
- Parmelee Area scores 2.6/10 for walkability — a measure of walking, biking, and driving access to groceries, dining, parks, schools, and transit.