C. R. Vanderpool Add.
Explore C. R. Vanderpool Add. — a platted subdivision in Greater Grand Rapids.
“Walkable and connected”
Very walkable
- Leonard/Union (WB): 7 min walk
- 7 places within a 10 min walk
$217K median
- 1 sales in past year
Park-rich area
- 7 parks within 1 mile
- Grand Rapids Riverwalk East: 7 min drive
- Riverside Park Drive Northwest: 7 min drive
This compact downtown area spans just 3 acres in Kent County, offering an intimate neighborhood feel right in the heart of Grand Rapids. With a median lot size of 0.11 acres, properties here provide cozy urban living with excellent walkability and transit access. Residents enjoy convenient access to nearby amenities including 16 restaurants within walking distance and 6 grocery stores within a short drive.
The location excels in connectivity, with strong transit options and reasonable walkability for daily needs. Sweet Street Park anchors the recreational options, with 7 parks total within a mile for outdoor activities. Students attend Grand Rapids Public Schools, with the area's best nearby school earning top ratings. Coffee enthusiasts will find their nearest café just over half a mile away. This pocket neighborhood works perfectly for urban professionals, downtown enthusiasts, and anyone seeking a walkable lifestyle with easy access to Grand Rapids' cultural and dining scene.
1 sold in the past 12 months — homes here go fast
Walkability
Good
Overall walkability score out of 10
Based on actual walk/bike/drive times to nearby amenities via Mapbox
Nearby Locations
Creston Market
Vitale's Italian Restaurant
+1 more
Biggby Coffee
+1 more
Vitale's Sports Bar
+1 more
Rakowski Family Farm Market
Sweet Street Park
+1 more
Mary Waters Park Playground
Emerald Lake
Lamberton Lake Fen Nature Preserve Beach
Grand Rapids Riverwalk East
+1 more
Hillcrest Dog Park
Creston Trail
+1 more
Comstock Riverside Park Launch
Kent Country Club
The Loading Dock
+1 more
Leonard/Union (WB)
+1 more
Walgreens
Van Belkum Branch
+1 more
AMC Grand Rapids 18
At a Glance
Median Home Price
$260K
1 sales/yr
Parcels / Units
20
Median Lot Size
0.11 ac
3881 sq ft – 0.12 ac
Homeowner Rate
54.51%
Principal residence
Environment & Amenities
Flood Risk
None
Not in flood zone
Nearest Park
Sweet Street Park
0.2 mi
Parks Nearby
7
within 1 mile
Nearest Lake
Soft Water Lake
2.4 mi
1 sold in the past 12 months — homes here go fast
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