Alger Heights

Alger Heights is well-loved by first time homebuyers and long-time community residents. Alger Heights is home to a neighborhood brewery, library, annual festival, and even their very own book celebrating the character of their front doors! The community feels like a big family and we absolutely love that about this charming area.  Looking to move here or spend a day in Alger Heights? Keep scrolling to explore!

The Local Element of Alger Heights: “Charming homes and Main Street USA appeal”

Alger Heights Real Estate Market Update

Making a move to Alger Heights?

Information on Average home sales data in this neighborhood in the last 12 months. Source grar.com

Sale Price: $283,607

% of Sales Price vs List Price: 6.21% sold over list price

Bedrooms: 3 beds

Bathrooms: 2 baths

Square Footage: 1,276 sq feet

Price Per Square Foot: $228/sq foot

Number of Days a Home is on the Market: 7

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Alger Heights Schools

Looking to move to Alger Heights and want to learn more about the schools available? Check them out below.

More from Grand Rapids Public Schools: “For more than 150 years, Grand Rapids Public Schools has been a leader in West Michigan. With over 40 schools in one dynamic district, we take pride in preparing our scholars for the real world.”

Brookside Elementary

"We pride ourselves on positive relationships and academic growth."


Grades PK - 5

2505 Madison Ave. SE
Grand Rapids, MI 49507

Alger Middle School

"We challenge our scholars to be their best selves in and out of the classroom."

Grades 6 - 8

921 Alger St. SE
Grand Rapids, MI 49507

Ottawa Hills High School


"We Can Do This!"


Grades 9 - 12

2055 Rosewood Ave. SE
Grand Rapids, MI 49506

Things to do in Alger Heights

GRPL - Seymour Branch

Enjoy outdoor activities and events from May - October on the lawn.

Alger Park

Public school park at Alger Middle School with a splash pad and a playground.

Over the Top Academy of Dance

Tap, ballet, jazz, hip hop, contemporary classes!

Food & Drink in Alger Heights

Making Thyme Kitchen

Oven ready prepared foods and fresh, ready-to-eat sides, salads, and sweets.

Tacos Don Beto's

A family owned Mexican restaurant with a variety of daily specialties to choose from.

The Last Chance Tavern and Grill

Craft beer on tap & American comfort food.

The Derby

Local friendly dive bar with outdoor seating.

SIP Coffee and Cocktails

Coffee, cocktails, mocktails, and the cutest Daydreams By Paige mural.

The Old Goat

Cooked from scratch of Soup, Salads, Sandwiches and more!

Brass Ring Brewing

Pub ales and freshly made dishes with locally sourced ingredients.

Shops in Alger Heights

Reinspired Treasures

A mix of all kinds of decor creations by local artisans.

The C.R.A.P. Store

Cheap Recently Acquired Products

Ken's Fruit Market

A local West Michigan farm market.

Nearby Areas

Ridgemoor Park

Southeast End

Garfield Park