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Grand Rapids

Eastgate

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Overall Niche Grade
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  1. Public Schools
    B-
  2. Crime & Safety
    NG
  3. Housing
    A+
  4. Nightlife
    A
  5. Good for Families
    A+
  6. Diversity
    B+
  7. Jobs
    B
  8. Weather
    C-
  9. Cost of Living
    A-
  10. Health & Fitness
    A-
  11. Outdoor Activities
    A-
  12. Commute
    A-
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Eastgate is a neighborhood in Grand Rapids, Michigan with a population of 9,462. Eastgate is in Kent County and is one of the best places to live in Michigan. Living in Eastgate offers residents an urban feel and most residents own their homes. In Eastgate there are a lot of bars, restaurants, coffee shops, and parks. Many families and young professionals live in Eastgate and residents tend to be liberal. The public schools in Eastgate are above average.
About Eastgate...
Population
9,462

Real Estate

Median Home Value
$225,735
National
$184,700
Median Rent
$445
National
$949
Area Feel
Urban
Rent vs. Own
  • Rent
    14%
  • Own
    86%
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Eastgate Rankings

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Crime & Safety

Crime & Safety
NG
Based on violent and property crime rates.
Violent Crimes
  • Calculated annually per 100,000 residents
National
  • Assault
    —
    282.7
  • Murder
    —
    6.1
  • Rape
    —
    40.7
  • Robbery
    —
    135.5
Property Crimes
  • Calculated annually per 100,000 residents
National
  • Burglary
    —
    500.1
  • Theft
    —
    2,042.8
  • Motor Vehicle Theft
    —
    284
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Residents

Diversity
B+
Based on ethnic and economic diversity.
Median Household Income
$88,226
National
$55,322
Children
22%
Education Levels
National
  • Master's degree or higher
    28%
    12%
  • Bachelor's degree
    34%
    19%
  • Some college or associate's degree
    24%
    29%
  • High school diploma or equivalent
    11%
    28%
  • Less than high school diploma
    3%
    13%
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