Blandford'S Plat — satellite view
Subdivision7.9 acres

Blandford'S Plat

Solid value in a growing area

🏙️3 mito Downtown GR
🏞️27 mito Lake Michigan
💰Home Values

$256K median

  • 1 sales in past year
🚶Walkability
54

Somewhat walkable

  • Alpine/Roger (SB): 2 min walk
  • 7 places within a 10 min walk
🎓Schools
47

Average schools

  • Kenowa Hills Public Schools
  • 26 rated schools nearby
  • Best nearby: 8/10

This intimate 8-acre community in Kent County offers a quiet residential setting with surprisingly convenient access to daily amenities. With generous lot sizes averaging 0.18 acres, residents enjoy more space and privacy than typical suburban developments. The area's perfect transit score reflects excellent connectivity, while 14 restaurants within walking distance and 4 nearby grocery stores make daily life convenient. Richmond Park anchors the local recreation scene, with additional green spaces throughout the mile radius.

The community maintains a stable feel with 62% owner-occupied homes, creating an established neighborhood atmosphere. Students attend Kenowa Hills Public Schools, with some highly-rated options nearby. While outdoor recreation requires a short drive to Soft Water Lake, the walkable dining scene and practical amenities create a lifestyle focused on convenience and community connection. This area works well for professionals seeking space and accessibility, families wanting established neighborhoods with room to grow, and anyone who values transit convenience without sacrificing residential tranquility.

1 sold in the past 12 months — homes here go fast

At a Glance

Median Home Price

$283K

1 sales/yr

Parcels / Units

25

Median Lot Size

0.18 ac

0.14 ac – 0.67 ac

Homeowner Rate

62.22%

Principal residence

Walkability

5.4

Fair

Overall walkability score out of 10

🛒Daily Errands
5.1
🍽️Dining
6.1
🌳Nature
3.0
🚌Transit
10.0
💪Fitness
1.5

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

Nearby Locations

🛒Grocery Stores
Walkable

Meijer

11 minwalk· 6 min bike· 4 min drive
Rodriguez Supermarket
5 mindrive
Amp Electrician, AC & Furnace Repair
5 mindrive
Creston Market
7 mindrive

+1 more

🍽️Restaurants
Easy walk

Popeyes

4 minwalk· 3 min bike· 3 min drive
Wendy's
6 minwalk
Papa John's
11 minwalk
Tropical Smoothie Cafe
11 minwalk

+1 more

Coffee Shops
Quick drive

Ferris Coffee & Nut Co.

8 mindrive· 16 min bike
Roots Brew Shop
7 mindrive
Starbucks
7 mindrive
Sweetwaters Coffee & Tea Monroe North
7 mindrive
🍺Bars & Breweries
Bikeable

The Pubb Food & Spirits

9 minbike· 23 min walk· 4 min drive
Saint Georges Hall
10 minbike
Kuzzin's Lounge
5 mindrive
Point Bar
8 minbike

+1 more

🧑‍🌾Farmers Markets
Quick drive

Momma D's Kitchen

10 mindrive· 20 min bike
Webster's Market Inc
8 mindrive
The Arts Marketplace
10 mindrive
Grand Rapids Downtown Market
10 mindrive

+1 more

🌳Parks
Bikeable

Harrison Park

10 minbike· 22 min walk· 4 min drive
Richmond Park
11 minbike
Alpine Estates Park
5 mindrive
🛝Playgrounds
Bikeable

Richmond Park Playground

9 minbike· 21 min walk· 6 min drive
Richmond Park Playground
10 minbike
Harrison Park Playground
10 minbike
Alpine Estates Park Playground
12 minbike
🏞️Lakes & Water
Quick drive

Soft Water Lake

10 mindrive
Lamberton Lake
10 mindrive
Emerald Lake
11 mindrive
🏖️Beaches
Quick drive

Lamberton Lake Fen Nature Preserve Beach

10 mindrive
🥾Hiking Trails
Short drive

Riverside Park Drive Northwest

4 mindrive
Riverside Park Drive Northwest
6 mindrive
Riverside Park Drive Northwest
5 mindrive
Grand Rapids Riverwalk East
8 mindrive

+1 more

🐕Dog Parks
Quick drive

Richmond Hills Dog Park

7 mindrive· 15 min bike
Downtown Westside Dog Park
9 mindrive
Covell Dog Park
10 mindrive
🚴Bike Paths
Walkable

West Grand Trail

14 minwalk· 7 min bike
Fred Meijer Pioneer Trail
8 minbike
West Grand Trail
7 minbike
West Grand Trail
7 minbike

+1 more

Boat Launches
Quick drive

Comstock Riverside Park Launch

6 mindrive
Butterworth Park Launch
11 mindrive
Golf Courses
Quick drive

Mines Golf Course

10 mindrive
Kent Country Club
9 mindrive
Gracewil Country Club
11 mindrive
Alpine Golf Club
12 mindrive

+1 more

💪Gyms & Fitness
Quick drive

The Loading Dock

5 mindrive· 15 min bike
The Loading Dock
5 mindrive
Communitea Wellness
9 mindrive
REVfit
9 mindrive
🚌Transit Stops
Easy walk

Alpine/Roger (SB)

2 minwalk· 3 min bike· <1 min drive
Alpine/Avaster (NB)
3 minwalk
Alpine/Ann (SB)
4 minwalk
Alpine/Ann (NB)
5 minwalk

+1 more

💊Pharmacies
Bikeable

Walgreens

11 minbike· 27 min walk· 5 min drive
Walgreens
8 mindrive
Walker Street Pharmacy
9 mindrive
Kay Pharmacy
7 mindrive

+1 more

📚Libraries
Quick drive

West Leonard Library

7 mindrive· 30 min walk· 12 min bike
Van Belkum Branch
6 mindrive
West Side Library
9 mindrive
KDL Comstock Park
7 mindrive

+1 more

👶Daycares
Quick drive

Kidz Clubhouse

10 mindrive
🎬Movie Theaters
Quick drive

AMC Grand Rapids 18

6 mindrive
Celebration Cinema Studio Park
8 mindrive
Wealthy Theater
14 mindrive
Celebration! Cinema North
14 mindrive

Nearby Schools

4.7
/10 avg
Average schools

Based on 26 rated schools nearby

Range: 2/10 to 8/10

School District: Kenowa Hills Public Schools

1 sold in the past 12 months — homes here go fast

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