Allendale is home to Grand Valley State University's main campus, making it one of West Michigan's most interesting markets for both families and investors. Buyers find newer subdivisions, country properties and steady rental demand from students and staff. Carini & Associates helps buyers and sellers across West Michigan price, market and negotiate with confidence.
Search Allendale Homes | What's My Home Worth?
Past 12 months | Allendale |
|---|---|
Homes sold | 258 |
Average sold price | About $450,000 |
Median sold price, Aug 2026 | $404,950 |
Average days on market | About 42 days |
Sale price vs. list price | About 100% |
Homes for sale, Aug 2026 | 60 |
Source: Flex MLS, residential sales with an Allendale address, September 2025 through August 2026. Averages weighted by monthly sales. Updated September 2026.
Community: A growing community with parks, trails and university events, including sports and the arts at GVSU.
Homes: Newer subdivisions, country lots, condos and rental properties near campus.
Schools: Most homes fall in Allendale Public Schools, and some addresses are in neighboring districts. We confirm the district for every home we show.
Getting around: Grand Rapids is about 25 minutes east and Grand Haven about 25 minutes west.
Great fit for: Families, first-time buyers and investors looking for rental income near GVSU.
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Over the past 12 months, homes with an Allendale address sold for an average of about $450,000. The median sold price in August 2026 was $404,950, based on Flex MLS data.
Many investors buy near Grand Valley State University for steady rental demand. We help investors look at rents, local rental rules and resale.
Request a free home valuation and we'll prepare a personal price analysis based on recent sales near you.
28,941 people live in Allendale, where the median age is 21.6 and the average individual income is $26,635. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.
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There's plenty to do around Allendale, including shopping, dining, nightlife, parks, and more. Data provided by Walk Score and Yelp.
Explore popular things to do in the area, including The Ice Cream Shop, Allendale Mobil Mart, and J&H Family Stores.
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| Dining | 0 miles | 0 reviews | 0/5 stars | |
| Dining | 0.26 miles | 0 reviews | 0/5 stars | |
| Dining | 0.26 miles | 0 reviews | 0/5 stars | |
| Dining | 0.26 miles | 7 reviews | 2.6/5 stars | |
| Dining · $ | 0.26 miles | 14 reviews | 2.1/5 stars | |
| Dining | 0.35 miles | 0 reviews | 0/5 stars | |
| Dining | 0.36 miles | 36 reviews | 3.6/5 stars | |
| Shopping | 0.26 miles | 6 reviews | 4.3/5 stars | |
| Shopping | 0.32 miles | 0 reviews | 0/5 stars | |
| Shopping | 0.35 miles | 0 reviews | 0/5 stars | |
| Active | 0 miles | 1 review | 5/5 stars | |
| Active | 0.26 miles | 1 review | 5/5 stars | |
| Active | 0.26 miles | 10 reviews | 4.3/5 stars | |
| Active | 0.26 miles | 0 reviews | 0/5 stars | |
| Active | 0.32 miles | 1 review | 5/5 stars | |
| Active | 0.33 miles | 4 reviews | 2.3/5 stars | |
| Active | 0.35 miles | 3 reviews | 3.7/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 0.25 miles | 2 reviews | 5/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 0.26 miles | 0 reviews | 0/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 0.27 miles | 0 reviews | 0/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 0.32 miles | 0 reviews | 0/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 0.33 miles | 15 reviews | 2.1/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 0.34 miles | 1 review | 2/5 stars | |
| Beauty | 0.35 miles | 2 reviews | 1/5 stars | |
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Allendale has 8,525 households, with an average household size of 2.88. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. Here’s what the people living in Allendale do for work — and how long it takes them to get there. Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau. 28,941 people call Allendale home. The population density is 907 and the largest age group is Data provided by the U.S. Census Bureau.
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