$279,782Average Value$213Average Price per Sq Ft3Homes For Sale
Proximity to downtown Grand Rapids is a big draw
Walkable streets, affordable homes and proximity to all the amenities downtown Grand Rapids offers are just a few reasons the South East End is an ideal neighborhood for first-time buyers who aren’t quite ready to settle in the suburbs. “The location is a huge draw. You're a hop, skip and a jump from Eastown and downtown Grand Rapids, and you're right on the edge of East Grand Rapids, so you get a lot of the amenities without having to pay the high property taxes," says Blake Wilson, a Realtor and co-founder of Real5 who has been selling in the area since 2015. “It’s also an excellent starter home neighborhood. I take a lot of my first-time buyers there to start looking.”
Affordable homes are another draw
The home styles vary throughout the neighborhood, mixing bungalows with Craftsman influences, Minimal Traditional builds, Cape Cods, American Foursquares and even a Saltbox or two. They sit snugly on compact lots, with grassy front yards dotted by trees. Most homes have detached garages tucked away in backyards, but there are driveways and wide streets for those that don't. Sidewalks are plentiful around the neighborhood, allowing residents to walk to nearby schools and parks. Prices range from $173,000 for 1,100 square feet to $630,000 for 3,000 square feet.
Ranch-style homes are common in the South East End neighborhood.
National-style homes are tucked away in the center of the South East End neighborhood.
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Mulick Parks offers many amenities
Residents head to Cambridge Park (also known as “Tower Park” by many residents thanks to the large, silver water tower located there) when they want fresh air and exercise for themselves or their canine companions. “A lot of locals bring their dogs and let them run around, which is really nice,” Wilson says. Mulick Park, another neighborhood green space, offers a brightly colored playground and splash pad that buzzes with activity in the summer and a big hill perfect for sledding in the winter.
Mulick Park has a playground, slides and jungle gyms in South East End in Grand Rapids.
Have a family picnic in Cambridge Park in the South East End neighborhood.
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Kids start their education at Mulick Park
Kids in the neighborhood may start their education at Mulick Park Elementary School, a magnet school that serves pre-kindergarten through fifth grade. They then move on to Alger Middle School and Ottawa Hills High School. Alger Middle has a C-minus rating on Niche, and Mulick Park Elementary and Ottawa Hills High have C ratings. Ottawa Hills serves about 380 students and has a student-teacher ratio of 19-to-1. Families considering private education for their kids have several faith-based and preparatory academies in the area to choose from.
Mulick Park Elementary is a public school located in the South East End neighborhood.
Alger Middle School is part of the public school system in Grand Rapids, Michigan.
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Pick up groceries from Harvest Health Foods and pub grub at Last Chance
Shopping and dining tend to be limited in the neighborhood, but many retailers and restaurants can be found nearby. For dining, Last Chance Tavern & Grill off Burton Street is a local bar with a friendly, laid-back atmosphere, serving pub grub and Michigan microbrews. For groceries, locals pick up organic produce at Harvest Health Foods and freshly baked croissants and bread at Hall Street Bakery, or head south on Kalamazoo Avenue to find everything else they need at Meijer and Aldi. Gaslight Village is also just outside the neighborhood, featuring lakeside shopping and dining.
Get some healthy Harvest Health Foods in the South East End neighborhood in Grand Rapids.
South East End friends grab a cold drink after work at the Last Chance Tavern.
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Events
Among the many events held throughout Grand Rapids, one that stands out is ArtPrize, an annual art show and competition that draws artists from across the globe to display their work and win cash prizes. Over 18 days, ArtPrize captivates the city, with major streets shut down to show art pieces and residents voting for their favorites.
Kalamazoo Avenue helps keep commuters off the highways
Kalamazoo Avenue and Highway 131 lead to downtown Grand Rapids, just three miles northwest of the neighborhood, giving residents multiple options for their commutes.
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Parks in this Area
Ottawa Hills Park
Baseball/Softball
Basketball
Football
Mulick Park
Baseball/Softball
Picnic Area
Tennis
Cheseboro Park
Picnic Area
Trails
Playground
Cambridge Park
Baseball/Softball
Picnic Area
Soccer
Seymour Park
Transit
Airport
Gerald R Ford International
19 min drive
Bus
Eastern & Griggs (Nb)
Bus
Burton & Plymouth (Wb)
Bus
Eastern & Ardmore (Sb)
Bus
Burton & Kalamazoo (Wb)
Bus
Plymouth & Nokomis (Sb)
Bus
Plymouth & Evergreen (Sb)
Bus
Kalamazoo & Elliott (Nb)
Crime and Safety
1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime
South East End
US
Homicide
5
4
Sexual Assault
4
4
Assault with Weapon
4
4
Robbery
4
4
Burglary
4
4
Motor Vehicle Theft
4
4
Larceny
4
4
Crime Score
4
4
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in South East End, Grand Rapids sell after 12 days on the market compared to the national average of 47 days. The average sale price for homes in South East End, Grand Rapids over the last 12 months is $294,446, up 7% from the average 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
4,329
Median Age
37
Population Density
10 ppl/acre
Population under 18
23.9%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
15.8%
On par with the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$62,359
Below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$78,078
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
92%
College Graduates
47%
Above the national average
34.1%
Advanced Degrees
17.1%
% Population in Labor Force
71.6%
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
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
44/ 100
Very Walkable
Walk Score®
70/ 100
Some Transit
Transit Score®
36/ 100
Source: Walk Score
Source: Walk Score
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