Neighborhoods near Valley View Elementary School in Rockford, MI

Approximately 85% of Courtland Township is made up of undeveloped farms and forests, but a rising tide of development is beginning to change that landscape. Located just 20 miles north of Grand Rapids, Courtland and the nearby city of Rockford are becoming increasingly popular as a bedroom community for the larger city. “Homes around Rockford are

Alpine Township was originally named for its abundance of pine trees, but today, it’s best known for its prolific apple orchards. Although the township is 75% farmland, Alpine Avenue is a major shopping hub, and Grand Rapids is only a few miles away. “We are one of the most diverse townships in the county because we have everything: farmland, a

Sparta Township turns pink with apple blossoms in the spring, and tourists stop by to visit pumpkin patches in the fall. Just 15 miles north of Grand Rapids, this rural township is part of the Ridge, a region of rich soil where 75% of Michigan’s apples originate. “I really enjoy the agricultural nature of the area and our strong farming

About 15 miles from downtown Grand Rapids and right next to the small town of Rockford, Algoma Township sits out in the countryside of Kent County. “If you enjoy being outside in the woods in a rural setting, Algoma is the place to be,” says Henry Steffes, principal broker of Matic Real Estate, who has been selling homes in the region since 2015.

Plainfield Township provides a suburban lifestyle just north of Grand Rapids. “First-time homebuyers who find the right property and get it for the right price are set up for a good future in Plainfield,” says Henry Steffes, principal broker at Matic Real Estate, who has been selling homes in the region since 2015. “People like the schools, and

Rockford, MI, is a charming small city near Grand Rapids. Its walkable downtown features boutiques and breweries. Highly rated schools and outdoor recreation along the Rogue River attract residents to this safer-than-average area.