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Subdivision5.9 acres

Bouws Plat

Solid value in a growing area

🏙️3 mito Downtown GR
🏞️26 mito Lake Michigan
🌳Top 24% park access
💰Home Values

$398K median

  • $62K median household income
  • 55% owner-occupied
🚶Walkability
55

Somewhat walkable

  • Shawmut Hills Park: 10 min walk
  • 1 places within a 10 min walk
🌲Nature & Outdoors

Park-rich area

  • 7 parks within 1 mile
  • Sibley Tunnel: 5 min drive
  • Trestle Trail: 8 min drive

This compact 6-acre neighborhood in Kent County offers a quiet residential setting with generous lot sizes averaging 0.38 acres, giving homeowners plenty of space to spread out. The area provides convenient access to daily necessities with grocery shopping just over half a mile away and seven dining options within walking distance. Shawmut Hills Park anchors the local recreation scene as one of seven parks within a mile, while outdoor enthusiasts can explore Lake Leota just 2.4 miles away or take advantage of four boat launches within a five-mile radius.

The neighborhood serves families through Grand Rapids Public Schools, with the strongest nearby school earning top ratings. Transit connectivity scores well for the area, making commutes manageable while maintaining a suburban feel. With 55% owner-occupied homes, the community has an established, stable character. This location works particularly well for families seeking larger lots and outdoor access while staying connected to Grand Rapids amenities, plus anyone who values a quieter setting without sacrificing convenience.

At a Glance

Est. Home Value

$398K

Based on assessor data

Parcels / Units

11

Median Lot Size

0.38 ac

0.30 ac – 0.62 ac

Homeowner Rate

54.51%

Principal residence

Median Income

$62K

Household

Walkability

5.5

Fair

Overall walkability score out of 10

🛒Daily Errands
5.1
🍽️Dining
4.2
🌳Nature
3.3
🚌Transit
6.5
💪Fitness
6.5

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

Nearby Locations

🛒Grocery Stores
Walkable

Family Fare

12 minwalk· 5 min bike· 4 min drive
Amp Electrician, AC & Furnace Repair
7 mindrive
ALDI
8 mindrive
Meijer
8 mindrive
🍽️Restaurants
Walkable

Westside Social

12 minwalk· 5 min bike· 3 min drive
Mr Burger
10 minbike
Sandy's Donuts
9 minbike
B.C. Pizza
12 minbike

+1 more

Coffee Shops
Bikeable

Biggby

12 minbike· 26 min walk· 4 min drive
Wilderness Expressions
6 mindrive
Eden Cafe
7 mindrive
Starbucks
7 mindrive

+1 more

🍺Bars & Breweries
Quick drive

River City Saloon

7 mindrive· 16 min bike
Play Station Pub
7 mindrive
Putt Putt's Bar & Grille
6 mindrive
The Holiday
8 mindrive

+1 more

🧑‍🌾Farmers Markets
Quick drive

Momma D's Kitchen

8 mindrive
Webster's Market Inc
9 mindrive
The Arts Marketplace
11 mindrive
Grand Rapids Downtown Market
11 mindrive
🌳Parks
Short walk

Shawmut Hills Park

10 minwalk· 5 min bike· 3 min drive
Shawmut Park
15 minwalk
Tremont Greenspace
9 minbike
Brian Dyk Nature Preserve
11 minbike
🛝Playgrounds
Walkable

Shawmut Park Playground

11 minwalk· 6 min bike· 3 min drive
Brian Dyk Nature Preserve Playground
10 minbike
Brian Dyk Nature Preserve Playground
7 mindrive
🏞️Lakes & Water
Quick drive

Lake Leota

14 mindrive
Millennium Park Lake
14 mindrive
🏖️Beaches
Quick drive

Millennium Park Beach

13 mindrive
🥾Hiking Trails
Quick drive

Trestle Trail

8 mindrive
Sibley Tunnel
5 mindrive
Trestle Trail
8 mindrive
Trestle Trail
8 mindrive

+1 more

🐕Dog Parks
Bikeable

Covell Dog Park

10 minbike· 28 min walk· 6 min drive
Richmond Hills Dog Park
10 mindrive
Downtown Westside Dog Park
10 mindrive
🚴Bike Paths
Bikeable

South Standale Trail

13 minbike
South Standale Trail
14 minbike
South Standale Trail
14 minbike
Boat Launches
Quick drive

Johnson Park Launch

12 mindrive
Grandville Launch
12 mindrive
Comstock Riverside Park Launch
12 mindrive
Butterworth Park Launch
8 mindrive
Golf Courses
Quick drive

Kent Country Club

15 mindrive
Mines Golf Course
5 mindrive
Sand Creek Golf Club
15 mindrive
💪Gyms & Fitness
Walkable

Planet Fitness

13 minwalk· 5 min bike· 4 min drive
Family Fitness
6 mindrive
8th Day Gym
9 mindrive
Planet Fitness
10 mindrive
🚌Transit Stops
Walkable

Lake Michigan/Collindale (WB)

12 minwalk· 5 min bike· 3 min drive
Lake Michigan/Fairfield (WB)
12 minwalk
Lake Michigan/Collindale (EB)
12 minwalk
Lake Michigan/Fairfield (EB)
12 minwalk

+1 more

💊Pharmacies
Bikeable

Rite Aid

12 minbike· 26 min walk· 4 min drive
Walker Street Pharmacy
8 mindrive
📚Libraries
Quick drive

West Leonard Library

10 mindrive· 18 min bike
West Side Library
8 mindrive
KDL Walker Branch
8 mindrive
Grand Rapids Public Library
12 mindrive

+1 more

👶Daycares
Quick drive

Kenowa Hills Early Childhood Center

7 mindrive· 19 min bike
🎬Movie Theaters
Quick drive

Celebration Cinema Studio Park

9 mindrive
AMC Grand Rapids 18
13 mindrive
Wealthy Theater
14 mindrive

Environment & Amenities

Flood Risk

None

Not in flood zone

Nearest Park

Shawmut Hills Park

0.2 mi

Parks Nearby

7

within 1 mile

Nearest Lake

Lake Leota

2.4 mi

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Data sources: schools · Updated 4/2/2026