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Subdivision9.4 acres

Belle Philo Add.

Solid value in a growing area

🏙️3 mito Downtown GR
🏞️30 mito Lake Michigan
💰Home Values

$181K median

🚶Walkability
57

Somewhat walkable

  • Burton/Buchanan (EB): 2 min walk
  • 6 places within a 10 min walk
🎓Schools
41

Average schools

  • Grand Rapids Public Schools
  • 47 rated schools nearby
  • Best nearby: 8/10
🧑‍🌾Farmers market nearby

This compact 9-acre residential area in Kent County offers a unique blend of suburban living with excellent transit connectivity. With lots averaging 0.12 acres and a strong owner-occupied community at 55%, residents enjoy a stable neighborhood atmosphere. The location provides convenient access to daily needs, with nearby amenities including 8 restaurants within walking distance and 4 grocery stores within a short drive.

Outdoor enthusiasts will appreciate Plaster Creek Family Park and 5 other parks within a mile, plus Battjes Lake just 2 miles away for recreational activities. The area benefits from outstanding public transit access, earning a perfect 10/10 transit score, making commuting throughout Grand Rapids effortless. Students attend Grand Rapids Public Schools, with the community's best nearby school rating highly. This location works particularly well for commuters who value transit access, small-lot maintenance, and proximity to urban conveniences while maintaining a residential feel.

At a Glance

Est. Home Value

$181K

Based on assessor data

Parcels / Units

56

Median Lot Size

0.12 ac

3132 sq ft – 0.24 ac

Homeowner Rate

54.51%

Principal residence

Walkability

5.7

Fair

Overall walkability score out of 10

🛒Daily Errands
3.9
🍽️Dining
5.8
🌳Nature
3.0
🚌Transit
10.0
💪Fitness
0.0

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

Nearby Locations

🛒Grocery Stores
Walkable

El Especial Supermarket & Bakery

14 minwalk· 7 min bike· 4 min drive
Ken's Fruit Market
7 mindrive
ALDI
6 mindrive
Family Fare
8 mindrive

+1 more

🍽️Restaurants
Short walk

Popeyes

6 minwalk· 4 min bike· 3 min drive
Los Dos Amigos Mexican Restaurant
13 minwalk
Tortilleria y Restaurante La Guadalupana
14 minwalk
Tacos Yanga
10 minbike

+1 more

Coffee Shops
Quick drive

Sip Coffee and Cocktails

6 mindrive· 13 min bike
Happy Cat Café
6 mindrive
Biggby Coffee
6 mindrive
MudPenny
7 mindrive

+1 more

🍺Bars & Breweries
Walkable

Log Cabin

12 minwalk· 7 min bike· 3 min drive
The Brass Ring
6 mindrive
Dublin Hall
7 mindrive
Tin Can/City View Flats
8 mindrive

+1 more

🧑‍🌾Farmers Markets
Short drive

Lee's Oriental Market

5 mindrive· 27 min walk· 13 min bike
Plaza Mexico
6 mindrive
Grand Rapids Downtown Market
8 mindrive
The Arts Marketplace
7 mindrive

+1 more

🌳Parks
Walkable

Plaster Creek Family Park

12 minwalk· 6 min bike· 3 min drive
Burton Woods Park
13 minwalk
Garfield Park
8 minbike
Plaster Creek
9 minbike

+1 more

🏞️Lakes & Water
Quick drive

Battjes Lake

10 mindrive
Lamar Lake
10 mindrive
Luvis Lake
11 mindrive
🐕Dog Parks
Quick drive

Wyoming Dog Park Dog Park

8 mindrive· 18 min bike
Downtown Westside Dog Park
10 mindrive
Covell Dog Park
11 mindrive
🚴Bike Paths
Bikeable

Grand Rapids Bike Park Trail

7 minbike
Grand Rapids Bike Park Trail
7 minbike
Grand Rapids Bike Park Trail
7 minbike
Grand Rapids Bike Park Trail
7 minbike

+1 more

💪Gyms & Fitness
Quick drive

8th Day Gym

8 mindrive
Planet Fitness
8 mindrive
🚌Transit Stops
Easy walk

Burton/Buchanan (EB)

2 minwalk· 3 min bike· 1 min drive
Burton/Buchanan (WB)
2 minwalk
Division/Cutler (SB)
4 minwalk
Burton/Division (WB)
5 minwalk

+1 more

💊Pharmacies
Quick drive

Walgreens

8 mindrive
Walgreens
9 mindrive
Rite Aid
10 mindrive
CVS Pharmacy
9 mindrive
📚Libraries
Quick drive

Seymour Library

6 mindrive· 13 min bike
Madison Square Library
6 mindrive
Ottawa Hills Public Library
10 mindrive
KDL Wyoming Branch
8 mindrive
👶Daycares
Quick drive

Kelloggsville Early Childhood Learning Center

9 mindrive

Nearby Schools

4.1
/10 avg
Average schools

Based on 47 rated schools nearby

Range: 1/10 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
4Burton ElementaryElementary · PK-05 · 376 students · 14:1 · 0.0 mi
4Innovation Central HighHigh · 09-12 · 523 students · 16:1 · 0.0 mi
2Burton Middle SchoolMiddle · 06-08 · 482 students · 18:1 · 0.0 mi

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Data sources: schools · Updated 4/2/2026