Brandau Acres
Quiet lots near top schools
Median $208K·Walkability 3.8/10·Schools 9.0/10
Early evening is when Brandau Acres shows best—the sun drops behind the trees and the lots, averaging three-quarters of an acre each, finally feel spacious rather than cramped. This 14-acre platted subdivision sits in the 3 Mile Rd & Knapp St Area, about 13 minutes from downtown Grand Rapids, which means you're close enough to the city's pull but far enough to breathe. Homes here run around $208K, landing you in the kind of price range where you're not house-poor and can still take a weekend trip. John Ball Lake sits less than a mile away—close enough for a quick paddle or picnic without the lakefront mortgage. The neighborhood has actual walkability: a grocery store is a 15-minute walk, a restaurant is 9 minutes on foot, and there are 125 restaurants within a mile if you're tired of cooking. Forest Hills Public Schools serves the area. Gerald R. Ford Airport is 21 minutes out if you're a regular traveler. PROVIN TRAILS PARK just over a mile away gives you room to wander.
Why people love it here
Knapp Forest Elementary School
- Elementary — 1.3 mi away
- Forest Hills
- 3 rated schools in district
32,901 sq ft avg lots
- 5 homes
$208K median
- Assessor estimate
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Based on 5 rated schools nearby
Range: 8/10 to 10/10
School District: Forest Hills Public Schools
Est. Home Value
$208K
Assessor estimate
Parcels / Units
5
Median Lot Size
0.57 ac
0.43 ac – 1.3 ac
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Frequently asked about Brandau Acres
- What do homes cost in Brandau Acres?
- The median home value in Brandau Acres is about $207,550. Individual prices vary by street, size, and condition.
- What schools serve Brandau Acres?
- Brandau Acres is served by Forest Hills Public Schools. Its highest-rated assigned school is Eastern High School (10/10).
- Is Brandau Acres walkable?
- Brandau Acres scores 3.8/10 for walkability — a measure of walking, biking, and driving access to groceries, dining, parks, schools, and transit.