Alpine Township Condos for Sale

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 commercial corridor and some industrial businesses,” says township supervisor Greg Madura. “People can live close to Grand Rapids and yet be two minutes away from a farm market.” Thanks to the protected farmland, a quieter pace of life endures in Alpine more than in other Grand Rapids suburbs. Alpine’s CAP Index crime score is 2 out of 10, compared to the national average of 4. Most of Alpine Township’s homes are located in Comstock Park, a neighborhood in the area's southeast. But outside of that suburban enclave, things feel more rural, with private yards and 2-acre lots. “The northwest area of Grand Rapids is super attractive right now because it’s so close to downtown, but it still has a rural feel,” says Bryce Balcer, a local Realtor with Icon Realty Group who has over 15 years of experience. “You can find large lots and spacious