Communities in West Michigan

Housing prices in West Michigan have been constantly increasing. With that, selling your house could be quite profitable. Once you put your house on the market, finding and buying your dream home can be challenging, but it doesn’t have to be.

Let’s begin with the very important first step – Where would you like to live in West Michigan? If you’re like many people who are looking for a change but don’t know where to go, keep scrolling to learn more about a few of our favorite communities!

Some of our favorite neighborhoods in Greater Grand Rapids are:

• Eastown
• East Grand Rapids
• West Grand
• Creston
• Rockford
• Belknap Lookout
• Holland

Let’s explore some of these neighborhoods together.

Eastown

Eastown comes with its own flavor and style. This neighborhood reigns over the super-cool community scene, without batting an eye. Because it houses Aquinas College, Wolfgang’s and Wilcox Park, Eastown embodies the college-town feel within its borders.

Collectively, living here would give you plenty of housing style options – from old school to modern, and even some really mindful homes.

If you’re looking for an annual street fair and eclectic food scene, Eastown is definitely for you.

If you’re looking for a little more information on this fun part of Grand Rapids, click here to learn more!

East Grand Rapids

East Grand Rapids is well known for its well-maintained historic homes, notable athletic teams, and charming downtown district. It is also home to the Gaslight Village, where you’ll find local shopping, eateries, and Reeds Lake, with beautiful walking paths. Looking to move here or spend a day in East Grand Rapids? Keep scrolling to explore!

A charming business district and a sports-centric lake make this neighborhood unique and one of Greater Grand Rapids' favorite neighborhoods.

Click here to learn more about what it looks like to live in East Grand Rapids

West Grand

Now that we’ve visited the east side of Grand Rapids, let’s travel to the west side.

The feeling of this neighborhood is much different from those on the east side. It embraces its diversity and history. West Grand truly welcomes everyone.

It hosts developmental firms, major breweries, and an amazing nightlife. The people are friendly, and the housing style is vast. With this neighborhood being so close to shopping and orchards, you’re bound to find something fun for each member of your family.

There’s so much to explore in West Grand. Take a tour with us today by clicking here.

Creston

Creston provides a balance of city meeting nature. Nestled on the north side of Grand Rapids, the Creston neighborhood boasts the largest greenspace with Grand Rapids offering a historic touch to this quaint neighborhood.

Creston is a safe and affordable neighborhood in Grand Rapids. Creston offers a variety of parks, including Riverside Park, Huff Park, Aberdeen Park, and Briggs Park. There’s also plenty of dining, hair salons, home decor stores, and so much more in Creston.

Rockford

This sweet little city is just 15 minutes from downtown Grand Rapids. It’s filled with small-town charm and charisma.

The Rogue River winds around the back side of the nostalgic downtown area. There’s plenty of art, culture, family fun, eateries, and shopping in Rockford.

If you’re an outdoor enthusiast, Rockford will win your heart over in no time. It’s a perfect place for your four-legged furry friend to hang out as well, with The Rockford Dog Park. Even in the winter, Rockford is peaceful, calm, and a delightful place to live and visit.

Belknap Lookout

The sunsets from Lookout Park are arguably some of the best views in Grand Rapids and of the Grand River.

Belknap is known for its diverse array of local eateries and its proximity to downtown. With a mix of old and new, you are sure to find classic favorites such as SpeakEZ Lounge or a more modern hangout like Linear.

Not to mention all the development happening in this neighborhood, it is truly on the come up! Belknap Lookout’s Neighborhood Association has a passion for continuing the growth of the community.

Learn more about the mission and values of the Neighbors of Belknap Lookout.

Holland

Moving to another suburb, we couldn’t forget to mention a lakeshore community that has our heart. Holland is a little over 30 minutes from Grand Rapids and is home to a sprawling Downtown district, Hope College, the annual Tulip Festival, and many sandy beach destinations.

One of our favorite beaches is Holland State Park. Enjoy a clean and active state park that offers camping, kayak and paddleboard rentals, and a beautiful pier overlooking sunsets, sailboats, and a big lighthouse.