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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Black Hills a good place to live?
Black Hills is a good place to live. Black Hills is considered car-dependent and a biker's paradise with some transit options. Black Hills is a suburban neighborhood. Black Hills has 6 parks for recreational activities.It is fairly sparse in population with 3.0 people per acre and a median age of 29. The average household income is $51,103 which is below the national average. College graduates make up 10.5% of residents. A majority of residents in Black Hills are home owners, with 47% of residents renting and 53% of residents owning their home. A local real estate agent serving Black Hills can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our Black Hills neighborhood guide.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Black Hills?
The median home price in Black Hills is $199,900. If you put a 20% down payment of $40,000 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.66%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $1,030 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $44K a year to afford the median home price in Black Hills. Learn how much home you can afford with our Home Affordability Calculator. The average household income in Black Hills is $51K.
What are the best public schools in Black Hills?
The best public schools that serve Black Hills are:
- Innovation Central High School has a B Niche grade, a student teacher ratio of 14:1 and an average review score of 3.9.
- Southwest Elementary School - Academia Bilingüe has a C Niche grade, a student teacher ratio of 21:1 and an average review score of 5.0.
- Union High School has a C Niche grade, a student teacher ratio of 14:1 and an average review score of 3.6.
What are the best private schools in Black Hills?
The best private schools that serve Black Hills are:
- Fusion Global Academy has an A- Niche grade, a student teacher ratio of 6:1 and an average review score of 4.0.
- Catholic Central High School has an A- Niche grade, a student teacher ratio of 15:1 and an average review score of 4.0.
- Potters House School has a B+ Niche grade, a student teacher ratio of 14:1 and an average review score of 4.0.
What are the most popular zip codes in Black Hills, Grand Rapids, MI?
What are the most popular neighborhoods near Black Hills, Grand Rapids, MI?
The most popular neighborhoods near Black Hills, Grand Rapids, MI are Roosevelt Park, Urbandale, SWAN, John Ball Park and Southeast Community Association.
Are home prices dropping in Black Hills?
Yes, home prices in Black Hills are down 7% in the last 12 months.