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Lamont has a quiet pace of life just outside Grand Rapids
Lamont is a small village nestled among the cornfields and cattle farms on the outskirts of Grand Rapids' growing orbit. Today, only a post office, a church and a private Christian school remain of what was once a bustling community in the 1800s. Several modern subdivisions have increased the village’s population in recent years, but, thanks to zoning restrictions, the area is likely to stay relatively undeveloped. Its CAP Index crime score of 1 out of 10 also puts it among the safest Grand Rapids suburbs. “We are a small, rural and quiet village — and people don’t really want that to change,” says John Bronkema, the president of Lamont Civic Association. “They like that this is a safe place to live, where most people know each other.”
Most of the homes in Lamont reside along Leonard Street near the Grand River.
Lamont lies along the edges of the Grand River, flowing towards Grand Rapids.
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Modern subdivisions surround a vintage village center
Although a few properties from the 1800s remain, many of Lamont’s homes are midcentury ranch styles from the mid-1900s. Mature trees offer a feeling of natural seclusion, and many yards span an acre or more. Prices range from $300,000 to $400,000. Starting in the early 2000s, modern development began moving in. Subdivisions of New Traditional homes sit on wide lawns of close-cropped grass, offering amenities like basement movie theaters and backyard pools. Prices for these newer, high-end homes range from $500,000 to $700,000. All homes in Lamont use well water and private septic systems. The banks of the Grand River and area creeks are at a slight risk of flooding, but most residential properties are unaffected.
New traditional homes can be found in several newer subdivisions near Lamont.
Most of Lamont and the surrounding areas are rural farmland.
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Kids can walk over to play at the community park
Lamont Community Park is the site of summer playdates and neighborhood gatherings. “The park stays busy with children playing,” Bronkema says. “Parents will watch their younger kids play in the sandbox while sitting in the shade of the pavilion.” The sports courts, picnic pavilion and play areas have all been added by the Lamont Civic Association, who repurposed the space after the village’s old schoolhouse closed down. The school’s bricks, engraved by former students and village residents, now form a monument honoring Lamont’s history. The park is walkable for most people within the village center. To join in on the fun, kids from the nearby Lamont Woods subdivision have created a walking path leading through the forest to get to the park. Although some homes in Lamont have views of the Grand River, public access to the waterway is a couple of miles away. “If people want a boat launch, they typically go across the river to the Eastmanville Bayou,” Bronkema says.
Lamont Community Park features a playground, volleyball court, pavilion and baseball field.
Tallmadge Township Park's pickleball courts are popular among Lamont locals.
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Learn at the local Christian school or nearby public options
The village is home to Lamont Christian School, which serves preschool to eighth grade. The school is independently run and offers local bus services. “Lamont Christian almost feels like an old country schoolhouse,” Bronkema says. “It’s right next to a large farm, and the kids volunteer to clean up our park every year. You don’t need to live in the village to attend the school, but it still draws a lot of people to this area.”Public school students head 5 miles north to Coopersville, where all school buildings share a central campus. Pre-kindergarten and kindergarten kids can attend the Early Childhood Center, which receives a B-minus grade from Niche. Then it’s on to East Elementary for first through second grade and South Elementary for third through fifth grade. Both elementary schools receive a B grade. Older kids move on to Coopersville Middle, rated B-plus and Coopersville High, rated B.
Coopersville East Elementary School has a B rating overall on Niche.com.
Coopersville Middle School has an overall B+ rating on Niche.com.
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The communtiy comes together at neighborhood events and churches
The Lamont Civic Association is a volunteer-run organization that has served the village since 1958. “Our focus is making Lamont a nicer place to live, both in terms of safety and how the village looks,” Bronkema says. The association decorates Leonard Street with Christmas lights in the winter and cornstalks in the fall. They plan community events, including a bi-annual ice cream social at the local park, which has local music performances and lawn games. “Last year, we had line dancing; it was amazing how many people turned up to learn how to dance,” Bronkema says.Lamont Christian Reformed Church hosts dinners and youth programming like an annual art camp. “A lot of people consider that church the heart of the community,” Bronkema says. A few miles north, Lamont Community Church also offers Bible school and youth groups.
Downtown Coopersville has a local area historical museum that includes the Lamont area.
Lamont Christian Reformed is a popular church on Leonard Street in Lamont.
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Lamont is close to both Grand Rapids and Lake Michigan
Lamont is a car-dependent area, about 18 miles, or 20 minutes, from the heart of Grand Rapids. The large city has the closest major hospital and the Gerald R. Ford International Airport. Just 6 miles south, Grand Valley State University is a major employer of the region. For summer excursions, the lakeside cities of Holland and Grand Haven are only 25 miles west. “It’s hard to find a place that is this close to Grand Rapids and Lake Michigan but doesn’t have all that city activity,” Bronkema says. “That’s what makes Lamont unique.”
Drive to Coopersville for shopping and dining
There are no retail options in the village of Lamont, so residents must hop in the car to reach shopping and dining options. For typical errand runs, Coopersville, 5 miles north, is the closest choice. The small city has a Family Fare Supermarket and several restaurants, including a locally run brewery. A little closer to Lamont, Green Vale Farm has meats and cheeses sourced fresh from their farm.
Coopersville Hardware & Feed provides goods to local farmers and residents of Lamont alike.
Lamont residents can head to Delly Belly Bakery in Coopersville for coffee and donuts.
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Parks in this Area
Deer Creek County Park
Lamont Community Park
Transit
Airport
Gerald R Ford International
47 min drive
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
Lamont
US
Homicide
1
4
Sexual Assault
1
4
Assault with Weapon
1
4
Robbery
1
4
Burglary
1
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
1
4
Larceny
1
4
Crime Score
1
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Lamont Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Lamont, Marne sell after 18 days on the market compared to the national average of 49 days. The median sale price for homes in Lamont, Marne over the last 12 months is $525,000, up 3% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
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Average Home Value
Source: Public Records
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Owners
Demographics
Total Population
906
Median Age
40
Population Density
1 person/acre
Population under 18
26.5%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
19.3%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$96,794
Significantly above the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$118,146
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
95.2%
Above the national average
89.1%
College Graduates
38.3%
Advanced Degrees
12.4%
% Population in Labor Force
77.9%
Above the national average
65.1%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
38''
Average Winter Low Temperature
20°F
Average Summer High Temperature
78°F
Annual Snowfall
54''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
29/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
6/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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