
Neighborhood: 49401
- College NearbyLocal university presence adds vibrancy, events, and youthful energy.Outdoor ActivitiesAmple parks and spaces for hiking, biking, and active recreation.Community VibeStrong neighborhood connections and community events foster a friendly atmosphere.Pet FriendlyWelcoming environment for pets with numerous parks and pet-friendly establishments.
Centered around Grand Valley State University, 49401 blends suburban calm with college-town energy along Lake Michigan Drive. Residents frequent Meijer, Biggby Coffee, Trail Point Brewing, Main St Pub, and Peppino's, with casual dining and coffee culture clustered near campus. Outdoor lovers head to Grand Ravines Park (with its dog-friendly trails and suspension bridge), Bass River Recreation Area, and paths along the Grand River; biking and running loops weave through the GVSU campus and nearby Ottawa County parks. Weekends often mean brewery meetups, intramural sports at the GVSU Rec Center, and quick drives to Grand Haven and Holland State Park beaches. Recent Zillow market trends show a median asking rent around $1,500, with most listings ranging roughly $1,100 to $2,200 in the past few months, depending on size and proximity to campus. The community is a mix of students, faculty, and long-time West Michigan families, and is generally pet friendly. Commuters use M-45 for easy access to Grand Rapids and Hudsonville, and The Rapid's GVSU routes connect Allendale with downtown Grand Rapids.
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Nearby schools in Allendale
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- 10/10Bauer Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 2.9 mi
- 7/10Baldwin Street Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 3.2 mi
- NAHudsonville Freshman CampusGrades: 9Distance: 6.6 mi
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Grand Valley Apartments has a walk score of 21, it's car-dependent.
The schools assigned to Grand Valley Apartments include Bauer Elementary School, Baldwin Street Middle School, and Hudsonville Freshman Campus.
Grand Valley Apartments is in the 49401 neighborhood in Allendale, MI.
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