48838 — Greenville, MI Home Values
Typical home value $278,152 as of July 2026 · 46th of 67 in Grand Rapids-Kentwood, MI
Blue: typical home value (Zillow ZHVI) in ZIP code 48838, July 2021 to July 2026. This page shows observed data only; no forecast.
How 48838 compares in the Grand Rapids-Kentwood, MI area
ZIP code 48838 (Greenville, MI) has a typical home value of $278,152 as of July 2026, ranking 46th of 67 ZIP codes tracked in the Grand Rapids-Kentwood, MI area, more expensive than about 33% of ZIP codes in the metro. Prices here have moved +5.8% over the trailing 12 months. Over the past five years, the typical value in this ZIP code has changed +23.5%, from $225,299 in July 2021 to $278,152 in July 2026. Against observed rent, the typical home here sells for 11.6× the annual rent ($2,000/mo), a common way to gauge whether buying looks cheap relative to renting in this ZIP code.
Every figure above is observed Zillow data. Sialim's forecasting engine works at the metro level; see the Grand Rapids-Kentwood, MI forecast for a modeled outlook, or browse the full ranked list of ZIP codes in Grand Rapids.
Population and demographics
ZIP code 48838 has a population of 17,925, per the Census Bureau's American Community Survey 5-year estimate. By race and ethnicity: 88.2% White, 4.9% Hispanic or Latino, 4.5% two or more races, 1% Black or African American, 0.6% Asian, 0.6% another race, 0.1% American Indian or Alaska Native, and 0.1% Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander.
Nearby public schools
| School | Address | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Baldwin Heights School | 821 W OAK ST, GREENVILLE, MI | 0.7 mi |
| Greenville Senior High School | 111 N HILLCREST ST, GREENVILLE, MI | 0.7 mi |
| Greenville Middle School | 1321 CHASE ST, GREENVILLE, MI | 0.8 mi |
Distance is straight-line from the ZIP code's center; driving distance will be longer. School attendance is set by district boundaries, not proximity. Confirm which school a specific address is zoned for with the local school district. Source: National Center for Education Statistics.
Frequently asked questions
What is the typical home value in ZIP code 48838?
$278,152 as of July 2026, the latest month Zillow has published observed data for.
Is 48838 an expensive ZIP code in the Grand Rapids-Kentwood, MI area?
48838 ranks 46th of 67 ZIP codes in the Grand Rapids-Kentwood, MI area by typical home value, more expensive than about 33% of ZIP codes in the metro.
How much have home values in 48838 changed over the past year?
+5.8% over the trailing 12 months, from observed Zillow data.
Is it cheaper to buy or rent in ZIP code 48838?
The typical home price is 11.6× the observed annual rent in this ZIP code ($2,000/mo). Lower multiples favor buying over renting, all else equal.
What is the population of ZIP code 48838?
17,925, per the US Census Bureau's American Community Survey 5-year estimate.
What are the closest public schools to ZIP code 48838?
Baldwin Heights School (0.7 mi), Greenville Senior High School (0.7 mi), Greenville Middle School (0.8 mi), by straight-line distance from the ZIP code's center. School attendance is set by district boundaries, not proximity. Confirm assignment with the local school district.
Is this page showing a forecast for 48838?
No. Every number on this page is observed Zillow data as of July 2026, not a forecast. Sialim's forecasting engine runs at the metro level; see the Grand Rapids-Kentwood, MI forecast for a modeled outlook.
ZIP-level values shown here are observed Zillow data, not forecasts. Sialim's forecasting engine works at the metro level today; ZIP-level forecasts are planned for Sialim Pro. Data © Zillow, via Zillow Research.