The story of this market
The typical home in ZIP 49512 sells for about $352,000, or $215 per square foot.
Prices are roughly flat from a year ago (-0.78%), a market in balance. Homes take about 18 days to sell, which is fast. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $1,249 a month.
ZIP 49512 — Kentwood
The 49512 housing market is currently experiencing a period of stabilization with a slight year-over-year decline in median prices. Inventory remains tight, keeping the market competitive, though the pace of sales has moderated compared to previous years.
This ZIP is well-suited for families and commuters seeking a balance between suburban living and accessibility to the Grand Rapids employment core, offering a mix of established housing and modern amenities.
Median prices moved down 0.8% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 18 days on market with 2.4 months of supply — a fast-moving market.
28% of listings have cut prices · homes sell at 100.2% of asking — demand is running ahead of supply.
no recorded foreclosure-ledger notices (0.0 per 10,000 residents) · unemployment 4.3% · poverty 6.2% — a stable, low-distress profile.
Researched annual trajectory for this ZIP, from published historical series
Solid: researched ten-year history · dotted: 1 / 3 / 5-year projection extended from the historical 8.9%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
Median annual property tax paid on this ZIP's residential parcels
Solid: researched ten-year history · dotted: 1 / 3 / 5-year projection extended from the historical 6.8%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
versus the prior ACS vintage
ZCTA 49512, Kent County MI
Crime rates in the Kentwood and Grand Rapids area are generally consistent with regional averages for mid-sized Midwestern metropolitan suburbs, with property crime being the primary concern.
Schools serving the 49512 area are primarily part of the Kentwood Public Schools district, which is characterized by diverse student populations and a range of academic performance ratings.
The area faces standard Midwestern climate risks, including seasonal severe thunderstorms and winter weather, with localized flood risks primarily confined to designated floodplains near regional creeks.
The area benefits from its proximity to the Gerald R. Ford International Airport and major industrial corridors in Kentwood, driving consistent demand for both residential and light-industrial development.
Composed from the ARED governance burden registry — tier-native tax structure (state + county + city + special districts), never averaged. State (Michigan) — Disabled Veterans Homestead Exemption: Provides an exemption from property taxes levied for school operating purposes and potentially other local taxes depending on eligibility. State (Michigan) — General Property Tax Act: Property is assessed at 50% of true cash value (State Equalized Value). Taxable value is capped at the lesser of the state equalized value or the previous year's taxable value adjusted by the consumer price index (up to 5%), unless a transfer of ownership occurs.
Residents have convenient access to I-96 and M-6, providing a direct commute to downtown Grand Rapids and major employment hubs in the surrounding metro area.
The ZIP features proximity to several local parks, including the East Paris Nature Park, and is within a short drive of major shopping centers along the 28th Street corridor.
The rental market is characterized by steady demand driven by the area's proximity to employment centers, with moderate vacancy pressure and consistent rent growth.
The economy is anchored by manufacturing, logistics, and healthcare, with significant employment provided by companies near the Gerald R. Ford International Airport.
The area is served by a network of major highways including I-96 and M-6, facilitating regional transit, with limited public transit options compared to the urban core.
Development is focused on mixed-use projects and commercial expansion along the major arterial roads bordering the ZIP.
The Kent County Bureau of Equalization oversees property assessments, ensuring compliance with state-mandated valuation standards.
Parcels are subject to Kentwood Public Schools and Kent Intermediate School District levies, along with standard municipal and county service districts.
Property insurance premiums are stable, reflecting the area's low exposure to catastrophic natural disasters.
Data retrieved from Census Reporter and US Census Bureau ZCTA profiles.
Public schools whose reported address is in this area (NCES). Not attendance boundaries — schools that serve residents may sit outside it. Check the district's address locator for assignment.
- Craig's Cruisers - Grand Rapids4.46.8 mi
- Dave & Buster's Kentwood4.12.2 mi
- Sky Zone Grand Rapids4.22.1 mi
- Main Event Grand Rapids4.22.9 mi
- Rebounderz Grand Rapids - Indoor Trampoline and Adventure Park4.412.2 mi
- Frederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Park4.86.8 mi
- Van Andel Arena4.58.1 mi
- DeVos Place4.58.5 mi
- Grand Rapids Downtown Market4.67.7 mi
- Founders Brewing Co4.38 mi
- Frederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Park4.86.8 mi
- John Ball Zoo4.69.3 mi
- Millennium Park4.710.7 mi
- Celebration! Cinema4.58.3 mi
- Grand Rapids Public Museum4.78.5 mi
- Frederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Park4.86.8 mi
- Grand Rapids Public Museum4.78.5 mi
- Grand Rapids Children's Museum4.68 mi
- Grand Rapids Art Museum4.68.2 mi
- The Gerald R. Ford Presidential Museum4.78.6 mi
- Frederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Park4.86.8 mi
- Millennium Park4.710.7 mi
- Boulder Ridge Wild Animal Park4.712 mi
- Riverside Park4.610.6 mi
- Belknap Park4.68.9 mi
- Murray Lake Marina4.413.4 mi
- Saskatoon Golf Club4.38.2 mi
- Mines Golf Club4.39.8 mi
- Thornapple Pointe Golf Club4.53.2 mi
- Watermark Country Club4.63.4 mi
- Quail Ridge Golf Club44.9 mi
- Woodland Mall4.32.9 mi
- Tanger Outlets Grand Rapids4.48 mi
- RiverTown Crossings4.410.4 mi
- Grand Rapids Downtown Market4.67.7 mi
- Horrocks Market4.62.9 mi
Theme parks, venues, golf, airports, museums, water and shopping across the area from Google Maps, ranked by popularity within the radius shown.
Features walking trails and natural wooded areas.
Major retail and restaurant hub serving the region.
Key-figure check: median price corroborated by the prior refresh cycle (within 12.5%).