Byers & Mcpherson Add.
Strong schools draw families here
Median $220K·Walkability 6.0/10·Schools 4.4/10
What surprises people about this stretch of North Park is how close you actually are to everything that matters—downtown is just 10 minutes away, Riverside Park's trails and Grand River access are a short drive or bike ride, and you've got 36 restaurants within a mile, everything from taquerias to breweries to casual spots that change seasonally. The neighborhood itself feels quieter than you'd expect given the access: tree-lined streets, modest lots averaging less than a fifth of an acre, homes that range from early 20th-century classics to tidy mid-century ranches and newer builds, many with fenced yards and recent updates like new decks and remodeled kitchens. Transit stops are steps away if you need them, though most people here drive. A grocery store is about 1.3 miles out, and if you want to get on the water, the kayak launch at Comstock Riverside Park is 1.5 miles off. The area sits under Grand Rapids Public Schools, and it's the kind of place where people actually stay—real estate moves fast here.
Why people love it here
City MiddleHigh
- High — 1.7 mi away
- Grand Rapids
- 9 rated schools in district
Very walkable
- Too Tall's - Sweet Treats & Savory Eats: 3 min walk
- 7 places within a 10 min walk
$220K median
- Based on 3yr sales
Conventional Mortgage Calculator
Median home price in Byers & Mcpherson Add.
Estimated Monthly Payment
$1,494/mo
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Based on 10 rated schools nearby
Range: 2/10 to 8/10
School District: Grand Rapids Public Schools
Walkability
Good
Overall walkability score out of 10
Based on actual walk/bike/drive times to nearby amenities via Mapbox
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+1 more
Too Tall's - Sweet Treats & Savory Eats
+1 more
Kobold's Kitchen
+1 more
Tap
+1 more
Veterans Nature Trail
Unnamed playground
Soft Water Lake
+1 more
Lamberton Lake Fen Nature Preserve Beach
Riverside Park Drive Northwest
dog_park
Unnamed bike_path
Comstock Riverside Park Launch
The Loading Dock
Veteran's Home
+1 more
Kay Pharmacy
KDL Comstock Park
+1 more
Kidz Clubhouse
AMC Grand Rapids 18
Median Sale Price
$220K
Based on 3yr sales
Parcels / Units
38
Median Lot Size
0.15 ac
2662 sq ft – 0.46 ac
Crime in Byers & Mcpherson Add. is reported at the city level, not the neighborhood level. The FBI doesn't publish reliable crime rates for individual neighborhoods, and within any community crime varies street to street. For an accurate, comparable picture, see the jurisdiction-wide figures for Kent County.
Kent County crime & safety stats →To buy a median-priced Byers & Mcpherson Add. home (around $220,000) at today's 6.49% 30-year fixed rate with 20% down, you'd need roughly $39k/year in household income to qualify — an estimated monthly payment of $1,463 (principal, interest, property tax est., and insurance).
| Down payment | Monthly payment | Income needed |
|---|---|---|
| 20% | $1,463/mo | $39,021 |
| 10% (+PMI) | $1,685/mo | $44,925 |
| 5% (+PMI) | $1,759/mo | $46,900 |
Estimates use a 6.49% 30-year fixed rate (current Freddie Mac average), an aggressive ~45% housing-to-income ratio (roughly what FHA underwriting can allow for a buyer with no other monthly debts — your number depends on your debts and credit), this area's median sale price, plus estimated insurance and PMI below 20% down. Not a commitment to lend, and not an APR — your actual rate and payment will vary.
Association and local-government details are compiled from public records, municipal sites, and state registries, and can change. Confirm directly with the association or municipality before relying on them.
Solar potential
~$868/yr in electricity from a typical rooftop solar system
Produces ~6,331 kWh/yr · offsets ~60% of a typical home's use
City of Grand Rapids Water System
Regional water provider serving ~280,000 across Kent and Ottawa counties.
City of Grand Rapids Environmental Services (Water Resource Recovery Facility)
WRRF treats ~40 MGD of wastewater.
City of Grand Rapids Refuse & Recycling
City-run refuse/recycling cart program for residents.
Consumers Energy Co · ~13.7¢/kWh
Investor-owned utility serving the region.
Confirm by addressDTE Energy
DTE Gas serves much of Grand Rapids natural gas; verify by address.
Confirm by addressServices for Grand Rapids · Source: grandrapidsmi.gov
Utility, solar, and service details for Byers & Mcpherson Add. are compiled from public records, municipal sites, and NREL / U.S. data.gov, and can change. Electric/gas can vary by address — confirm with the provider before relying on them.
Flood Risk
None
Not in flood zone
Nearest Park
Grotto Park
0.4 mi
Parks Nearby
30
within 1 mile
🛒 Grocery(27)
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Grocery Store
Rancho Bonito Supermarket MI
Grocery Store
Ken's Fruit Market
Grocery Store
+24 more within 5 miles
🍕 Restaurants(12)
Too Tall's - Sweet Treats & Savory Eats
Restaurant
Plenitful
Restaurant
616 Batter Mix
Restaurant
Denny's
Restaurant
616 Kabob Stop – Authentic Mediterranean Grill & Burgers in Grand Rapids
Restaurant
+7 more within 5 miles
☕ Coffee(18)
+15 more within 5 miles
🍺 Bars(15)
Tap
Bar
Switchback Gear Exchange - Bicycle Shop serving Kava & Beer
Bar
Cesars Pub
Pub
+12 more within 5 miles
🏫 Schools(30)
Wellerwood School
All Saints Academy Upper Campus
School
+25 more within 5 miles
💪 Gyms(14)
The Loading Dock
Fitness Center
Fitness 19
Fitness Center
Planet Fitness
Fitness Center
+11 more within 5 miles
🐕 Dog Parks(7)
Dog Park in North End
Dog Park
Dog Park in Northeast
Dog Park
Richmond Hills Dog Park
Dog Park
+4 more within 5 miles
🚴 Trails(4)
Bike Path
Bike Path
Unnamed bike_path
Bike Path
Veterans Nature Trail Trail
Bike Path
+1 more within 5 miles
⛵ Boat Launches(3)
Boat Launch
Boat Launch
Boat Launch
🚌 Transit(30)
Transit Stop
Transit Stop
Transit Stop
+27 more within 5 miles
💊 Pharmacies(13)
+10 more within 5 miles
👶 Childcare(3)
Childcare Center
Children's Choice Learning Center at Spectrum Health Child Development Center
Childcare Center
Tutor Time on Grand Ridge Drive
Childcare Center
📚 Libraries(8)
+5 more within 5 miles
⚡ EV Charging(3)
EV Charging
Unnamed ev_charging
EV Charging
Unnamed ev_charging
EV Charging
Frequently asked about Byers & Mcpherson Add.
- What do homes cost in Byers & Mcpherson Add.?
- The median home value in Byers & Mcpherson Add. is about $220,000. Individual prices vary by street, size, and condition.
- What schools serve Byers & Mcpherson Add.?
- Byers & Mcpherson Add. is served by Grand Rapids Public Schools. Its highest-rated assigned school is City MiddleHigh (8/10).
- Is Byers & Mcpherson Add. walkable?
- Byers & Mcpherson Add. scores 6.0/10 for walkability — a measure of walking, biking, and driving access to groceries, dining, parks, schools, and transit.