Midtown Grand Rapids
Suburban Neighborhood in Grand Rapids, Michigan
Kent County 49503
Renter-friendly historic homes
American Foursquares from the middle of the century and Queen Anne Victorians from the late 1800s sit at the higher of the scale, occasionally reaching $450,000. Many homes, some over 150 years old, have been well-maintained and updated for modern living without sacrificing their historic charm. "The large homes are often multiunit buildings that house many of the area's renters," says Dan Steffee, a Realtor with Green Crown Real Estate. Bungalows and workers' cottages are on the rolling hills, selling for as low as $200,000. Lots are tight, and yards are small. Still, driveways are standard, and alleyways run behind a few gridded streets, leading to detached garages. A limited number of condos are available at the neighborhood's northwestern end, selling at around $430,000. Many buyers see the potential and appeal of Midtown, leading to houses lasting less than two weeks on the market.
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Sidewalks lead to the local park
Clusters of trees back up the neighborhood's homes, but there are few parks in the area. Instead, residents head to Fuller Park to get active and get some fresh air. "There are sidewalks everywhere, and people are always walking around with their dogs or biking to the park, right next door in Fulton Heights," Steffee says. Walking trails meander between baseball diamonds and fields, and Hillcrest Dog Park is the go-to destination for letting dogs run around and play fetch off-leash. Houseman Field is where many local schools play football. Thanks to the designated areas for the long jump, javelin and shotput, nearby Aquinas College uses it for its track and field program.
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Themed schools with specialty programs
The Grand Rapids Public Schools system allows students to choose between neighborhood schools and themed schools to attend. The schools close to Midtown include Congress Elementary, which has a B grade on Niche and offers an English as a Second Language program. Students in Midtown can progress to Alger Middle, which has a C-minus rating and extracurricular opportunities. Union High is rated a C and is where students can take advantage of dedicated media production, hospitality or tourism programs.
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Walk, bike or drive to work
Several bus stops dot Midtown Grand Rapids, part of "The Rapid" transportation system. Medical Mile, a strip of hospitals and medical facilities, is within a short walk or bike ride from the neighborhood. However, those who drive to work can hop on Interstate 196 by an onramp in Midtown. A train track runs north of the industrial area in the neighborhood and is susceptible to flooding. 12 miles southeast is Gerald R. Ford International Airport.Home to Fulton Street Market
Michigan Street has a small nightlife scene for those wanting a meal or drink out without having to drive the mile to downtown. Those who would instead explore in the morning can head to Madcap Coffee or Stovetop Coffee along Fulton Street. Black Napkin has classic American food like burgers, but they got their start selling popsicles at Fulton Street Market. "They were so successful that they decided to invest in their own location," Eardley says. Locals can pick up groceries for a home-cooked meal at the Family Fare Supermarket. Still, Fulton Street Market is the destination for fresh produce, meats and cheeses. The year-round outdoor market has been operating out of the same location for 102 years and is a staple not only for Midtown but for every neighborhood in Grand Rapids.
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Eldon Palmer
Eldon Palmer
616 Realty LLC
(269) 430-2823
102 Total Sales
1 in Midtown Grand Rapids
$245,000 Price
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Mark Brace
Mark Brace
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Michigan Real Estate (Main)
(269) 430-2613
891 Total Sales
6 in Midtown Grand Rapids
$225K - $407K Price Range
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Tammy Dykema-Halloran
Tammy Dykema-Halloran
Keller Williams Kalamazoo Market Center
(269) 397-8992
215 Total Sales
1 in Midtown Grand Rapids
$250,000 Price
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Justin Blevins
Justin Blevins
RE/MAX Of Grand Rapids
(616) 741-3348
90 Total Sales
1 in Midtown Grand Rapids
$417,500 Price
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Steven VanWyck
Steven VanWyck
Rise Realty Group
(269) 430-2788
85 Total Sales
1 in Midtown Grand Rapids
$243,500 Price
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Lindsey Dykstra
Lindsey Dykstra
Responds QuicklyFive Star Real Estate (Rock)
(616) 816-4407
257 Total Sales
2 in Midtown Grand Rapids
$305K - $331K Price Range
Schools
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- 9th to 12th
- Public
- Pre-K to 12th
- Public
- Pre-K to 5th
- Public
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Parks in this Area
Hillcrest Park
- Baseball/Softball
- Dog Park
- Soccer
Cherry Park
- Basketball
- Tennis
- Playground
Highland Park
Midtown Green
- Picnic Area
- Multi-Purpose Field
Fuller Park
- Baseball/Softball
- Basketball
- Tennis
Baldwin Park
- Multi-Purpose Field
Transit
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Midtown Grand Rapids | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 3 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 4 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 4 | 4 |
| Robbery | 4 | 4 |
| Burglary | 5 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 5 | 4 |
| Larceny | 6 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 5 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Midtown Grand Rapids Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Midtown Grand Rapids, Grand Rapids sell after 13 days on the market compared to the national average of 49 days. The median sale price for homes in Midtown Grand Rapids, Grand Rapids over the last 12 months is $277,500, down 3% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$272,250
Median Sale Price
$277,500
Median Single Family Sale Price
$280,000
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$425,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Last 12 months Home Sales
72
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-3%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$221
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
828
Number of Homes for Sale
10
Median Year Built
2007
Months of Supply
1.70
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,644
Below the national average
1,933
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
4,791
Open Houses
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Saturday, Jun 1412 - 1:30pm
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Sunday, Jun 152 - 4pm
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Monday, Jun 164:30 - 6pm
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
Homes for Rent
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$1,738 - $4,538 per month
- The Brix at Midtown
- 1-3 Beds
- 1-2 Baths
- 699+ Sq Ft
- 414 Benson Ave NE
- Grand Rapids, MI
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$1,048 - $1,879 per month
- Diamond Place I
- 1-2 Beds
- 1 Bath
- 640+ Sq Ft
- 1037 Michigan St NE
- Grand Rapids, MI
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
4,246
Median Age
33
Population Density
12 ppl/acre
Population under 18
20%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
7.1%
Below the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$61,339
Below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$72,730
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
97.4%
College Graduates
55%
Above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
21.2%
% Population in Labor Force
82.1%
Above the national average
65.1%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
39''
Average Winter Low Temperature
19°F
Average Summer High Temperature
83°F
Annual Snowfall
46''
Area Factors
Bikeable
Bike Score®
50
/ 100
Very Walkable
Walk Score®
88
/ 100
Some Transit
Transit Score®
42
/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
Sound Score® measures the noise level of any address. Transit Score® measures access to public transit. Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Nearby Neighborhoods
East Hills
Shopping and dining close to home, locally called the “center of the universe"
Fulton Heights
Close to the city but with a suburban feel, the neighborhood is built on community
Heritage Hill
One-of-a-kind historic homes with easy access to downtown events and attractions
Belknap Lookout
Trendy condos and apartments with views of the Grand River and nearby Belknap Park
Eastown
Hip, walkable neighborhood 2 miles from downtown Grand Rapids
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