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Subdivision10.3 acres

Byron Forest Estates

Strong schools draw families here

🏙️11 mito Downtown GR
🏞️31 mito Lake Michigan
🎓Schools
77

Above average schools

  • Byron Center Public Schools
  • 6 rated schools nearby
  • Best nearby: 8/10
🚶Walkability
44

Somewhat walkable

  • 0 places within a 10 min walk

This 10-acre area in Kent County offers a quieter, more spacious lifestyle with room to breathe. The larger lot sizes create a more rural feel while maintaining reasonable access to daily necessities, with a grocery store less than a mile away and several dining options within walking distance. Families benefit from the solid Byron Center Public Schools, which maintain consistently strong ratings across all levels.

The location provides easy access to Byron Township Bicentennial Park for outdoor recreation, though those seeking extensive nature amenities may need to venture a bit further afield. With minimal current market activity and a peaceful setting, this area appeals most to those seeking space, privacy, and a suburban-rural lifestyle while staying connected to Grand Rapids area conveniences. It's particularly well-suited for families who value larger properties and quality schools over urban walkability.

Nearby Schools

7.7
/10 avg
Above average schools

Based on 6 rated schools nearby

Range: 7/10 to 8/10

School District: Byron Center Public Schools

8Brown Elementary SchoolElementary · K-04 · 583 students · 22:1 · 0.0 mi
8Byron Center High SchoolHigh · 09-12 · 1,339 students · 22:1 · 0.0 mi
8Byron Center West Middle SchoolMiddle · 06-09 · 673 students · 22:1 · 0.0 mi
7Robert L Nickels Intermediate SchoolMiddle · 03-07 · 702 students · 23:1 · 0.0 mi

Walkability

4.4

Fair

Overall walkability score out of 10

🛒Daily Errands
5.9
🍽️Dining
4.0
🌳Nature
1.1
🚌Transit
0.0
💪Fitness
0.0

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

Nearby Locations

🛒Grocery Stores
Walkable

Family Fare

15 minwalk· 6 min bike· 4 min drive
🍽️Restaurants
Bikeable

Subway

6 minbike· 16 min walk· 3 min drive
Byron Family Restaurant
6 minbike
Pete's Grill and Tavern
7 minbike
Little Caesars
7 minbike

+1 more

Coffee Shops
Bikeable

Full Circle Coffee

7 minbike· 20 min walk· 4 min drive
Starbucks
8 mindrive
🍺Bars & Breweries
Bikeable

Alebird Taphouse and Brewery

7 minbike· 20 min walk· 3 min drive
🧑‍🌾Farmers Markets
Quick drive

4151 Farm Stand

12 mindrive
🌳Parks
Bikeable

Byron Township Whistlestop Park

10 minbike· 27 min walk· 10 min drive
Byron Township Bicentennial Park
6 mindrive
DOUGLAS WALKER COUNTY PARK
6 mindrive
Douglas Walker Park
6 mindrive

+1 more

🛝Playgrounds
Bikeable

Byron Township Bicentennial Park Playground

9 minbike· 23 min walk· 3 min drive
DOUGLAS WALKER COUNTY PARK Playground
5 mindrive
Douglas Walker Park Playground
6 mindrive
🥾Hiking Trails
Quick drive

Interurban Trail

15 mindrive
Connector to Kent Trails
7 mindrive
Connector to Kent Trails
6 mindrive
Connector to Kent Trails
9 mindrive
🚴Bike Paths
Bikeable

Kent Trails

8 minbike· 23 min walk
Kent Trails
10 minbike
Kent Trails
13 minbike
Kent Trails
15 minbike

+1 more

Golf Courses
Quick drive

Railside Golf Club

5 mindrive
Maple Hill Golf Course
11 mindrive
Ironwood Golf Course
11 mindrive
💊Pharmacies
Bikeable

Walgreens

6 minbike· 16 min walk· 3 min drive
📚Libraries
Bikeable

Kent District Library - Byron Center Branch

8 minbike· 22 min walk· 3 min drive
Dorr Township Library
7 mindrive

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Data sources: schools · Updated 4/2/2026