B. F. Edge Plat — satellite view
Subdivision4.5 acres

B. F. Edge Plat

“Surrounded by nature”

🏙️4 mito Downtown GR
🏞️30 mito Lake Michigan
🌲Nature & Outdoors

Park-rich area

  • 4 parks within 1 mile
  • Huff Park Short/Long Loop: 5 min drive
  • Riverside Park Drive Northwest: 5 min drive
🎓Schools
53

Average schools

  • Grand Rapids Public Schools
  • 19 rated schools nearby
  • Best nearby: 8/10
🚶Walkability
47

Somewhat walkable

  • Three Mile/Fuller (EB): 3 min walk
  • 5 places within a 10 min walk
🧑‍🌾Farmers market nearby

This compact 5-acre community in Kent County offers a quiet residential setting with convenient access to outdoor recreation. With Soft Water Lake just over half a mile away and four parks within walking distance, residents enjoy easy access to nature and water activities. The area features good transit connectivity with a perfect 10/10 transit score, making it simple to get around the greater Grand Rapids area.

Daily conveniences are well-covered with 13 restaurants within a mile and several grocery options within a short drive. The community maintains a balanced mix of homeowners and renters, with 55% owner-occupied residences. Students attend Grand Rapids Public Schools, with the top-rated nearby school earning an 8/10 rating. Four boat launches within five miles provide excellent opportunities for water enthusiasts and anglers.

This location works particularly well for those who value outdoor access and transit convenience while preferring a quieter residential setting away from busy commercial areas.

Environment & Amenities

Flood Risk

None

Not in flood zone

Nearest Park

Unnamed park

0.2 mi

Parks Nearby

4

within 1 mile

Nearest Lake

Soft Water Lake

0.6 mi

Nearby Schools

5.3
/10 avg
Average schools

Based on 19 rated schools nearby

Range: 2/10 to 8/10

School District: Grand Rapids Public Schools

8Center for EconomicologyMiddle · 06-06 · 59 students · 22:1 · 0.0 mi
8City MiddleHighHigh · 07-12 · 908 students · 23:1 · 0.0 mi
6Blandford SchoolMiddle · 06-06 · 60 students · 23:1 · 0.0 mi
6Union High SchoolHigh · 09-12 · 922 students · 20:1 · 0.0 mi
5John Ball Park Zoo SchoolMiddle · 06-06 · 59 students · 26:1 · 0.0 mi
5Grand Rapids Public Museum HighHigh · 09-12 · 273 students · 17:1 · 0.0 mi
4Innovation Central HighHigh · 09-12 · 523 students · 16:1 · 0.0 mi
4Aberdeen SchoolElementary · PK-08 · 234 students · 13:1 · 0.0 mi
2Riverside Middle SchoolMiddle · 06-08 · 248 students · 16:1 · 0.0 mi

Walkability

4.7

Fair

Overall walkability score out of 10

🛒Daily Errands
3.0
🍽️Dining
4.3
🌳Nature
5.3
🚌Transit
10.0
💪Fitness
1.5

Based on actual walk/bike/drive times to nearby amenities via Mapbox

Nearby Locations

🛒Grocery Stores
Bikeable

Ken's Fruit Market

11 minbike· 26 min walk· 7 min drive
Meijer
8 mindrive
Family Fare
6 mindrive
Creston Market
7 mindrive

+1 more

🍽️Restaurants
Walkable

Denny's

12 minwalk· 5 min bike· 5 min drive
Tacos El Cuñado
14 minwalk
Taco Bell
7 minbike
Wendy's
8 minbike
☕Coffee Shops
Quick drive

Tim Hortons

6 mindrive· 14 min bike
Biggby Coffee
6 mindrive
Biggby Coffee
7 mindrive
🍺Bars & Breweries
Bikeable

Cesars Pub

9 minbike· 21 min walk· 5 min drive
Vinny's bar
5 mindrive
Quinn & Tuite's
6 mindrive
Rezervoir Lounge
7 mindrive

+1 more

🧑‍🌾Farmers Markets
Quick drive

Robinette's Cider Mill

7 mindrive
Momma D's Kitchen
12 mindrive
Fulton Street Farmers Market
10 mindrive
🌳Parks
Bikeable

Huff Park

9 minbike· 20 min walk· 5 min drive
Aberdeen Park
9 minbike
Lamberton Lake Fen Nature Preserve
12 minbike
Veterans Nature Trail
12 minbike
🛝Playgrounds
Walkable

Huff Park Playground

15 minwalk· 7 min bike· 3 min drive
Aberdeen Park Playground
9 minbike
Aberdeen Park Playground
10 minbike
Aberdeen Park Playground
10 minbike

+1 more

🏞️Lakes & Water
Bikeable

Emerald Lake

12 minbike· 7 min drive
Soft Water Lake
8 minbike
Lamberton Lake
7 mindrive
Perch Lake
5 mindrive
🏖️Beaches
Bikeable

Lamberton Lake Fen Nature Preserve Beach

12 minbike· 6 min drive
🥾Hiking Trails
Quick drive

Rifle Range Road Northeast

9 mindrive
Huff Park Short/Long Loop
5 mindrive
Riverside Park Drive Northwest
10 mindrive
Riverside Park Drive Northwest
9 mindrive

+1 more

🐕Dog Parks
Quick drive

Hillcrest Dog Park

11 mindrive
🚴Bike Paths
Bikeable

Huff Park Trail

6 minbike· 16 min walk
Grotto Park Trail
12 minbike
Grotto Park Trail
12 minbike
Grotto Park Trail
12 minbike

+1 more

⛵Boat Launches
Quick drive

Comstock Riverside Park Launch

7 mindrive
Butterworth Park Launch
15 mindrive
⛳Golf Courses
Quick drive

Kent Country Club

10 mindrive
Thousand Oaks Golf Club
13 mindrive
Blythefield Country Club
15 mindrive
Scott Lake Country Club
15 mindrive
💪Gyms & Fitness
Quick drive

Fitness 19

7 mindrive· 14 min bike
The Loading Dock
8 mindrive
The Loading Dock
8 mindrive
Planet Fitness
8 mindrive
🚌Transit Stops
Easy walk

Three Mile/Fuller (EB)

3 minwalk· 2 min bike· 1 min drive
Three Mile/Fuller (WB)
3 minwalk
Fuller/Ellsmere (SB)
4 minwalk
Fuller/Ellsmere (NB)
4 minwalk

+1 more

💊Pharmacies
Bikeable

Walgreens

8 minbike· 23 min walk· 4 min drive
Kay Pharmacy
9 minbike
CVS Pharmacy
8 mindrive
Walgreens
7 mindrive

+1 more

📚Libraries
Quick drive

Van Belkum Branch

6 mindrive· 15 min bike
KDL Comstock Park
9 mindrive
Yankee Clipper Library
7 mindrive
KDL - Plainfield Township Branch
10 mindrive

+1 more

👶Daycares
Quick drive

Kidz Clubhouse

11 mindrive
🎬Movie Theaters
Quick drive

Wealthy Theater

13 mindrive
Celebration! Cinema North
7 mindrive
AMC Grand Rapids 18
9 mindrive
Celebration Cinema Studio Park
12 mindrive

Nearby Subdivisions

28th. Street Office Plaza29 Th Street Commercial Park29 Th Street Park29th St. Commercial Plat2nd Addition To Waukazoo2nd Boss Add.36th Ave Lots76th Street Industrial Center76th Street Industrial Park PlatA & B PlatA & B PlatA & B Plat+8 more

Know this area?

Claim B. F. Edge Plat — add insider tips, video tours, and connect with buyers.

Become the Local Expert
Data sources: schools · Updated 4/2/2026