
C. Wards Sub.
Explore C. Wards Sub. — a platted subdivision in Greater Grand Rapids.
“Walkable with great nature access”
Park-rich area
- 14 parks within 1 mile
- Grand Rapids Riverwalk East: 7 min drive
- Grand Rapids Riverwalk East: 9 min drive
Walker's paradise
- Taco Borracho: 4 min walk
- 19 places within a 10 min walk
$266K median
- 4 sales in past year
This compact downtown neighborhood offers an exceptional urban lifestyle with outstanding walkability and immediate access to the city's best amenities. With 51 restaurants within walking distance and grocery stores just steps away, daily life here revolves around convenience and vibrant street-level activity. The proximity to Michigan Street's Medical Mile puts residents at the center of Grand Rapids' healthcare and employment hub, while the area's perfect transit scores make car-free living entirely feasible.
Recent home renovations throughout the area reflect growing investment in this well-connected location. Small lot sizes averaging 0.12 acres create an intimate, urban feel where neighbors know each other and everything needed is within reach. Students attend Grand Rapids Public Schools, with access to some of the district's highest-rated options nearby. This neighborhood works best for urban professionals, medical workers, and anyone who values walkability and wants to be in the thick of downtown energy while maintaining a residential feel.
4 sold in the past 12 months — homes here go fast
Environment & Amenities
Flood Risk
None
Not in flood zone
Nearest Park
Unnamed park
0.3 mi
Parks Nearby
14
within 1 mile
Nearest Lake
Fisk Lake
1.8 mi
Walkability
Excellent
Overall walkability score out of 10
Based on actual walk/bike/drive times to nearby amenities via Mapbox
Nearby Locations
Gorden Food Service
+1 more
Taco Borracho
+1 more
Orchard House Books & Coffee
+1 more
Seven Monks
+1 more
Rakowski Family Farm Market
Eastern Park
Eastern Park Playground
Mid Lake
Lamberton Lake Fen Nature Preserve Beach
Grand Rapids Riverwalk East
+1 more
Hillcrest Dog Park
Belknap Lookout Trail
Comstock Riverside Park Launch
Kent Country Club
REVfit
+1 more
Michigan/Eastern (WB)
+1 more
Walgreens Pharmacy
Grand Rapids Public Library
Celebration Cinema Studio Park
At a Glance
Median Home Price
$244K
4 sales/yr
Parcels / Units
55
Median Lot Size
0.12 ac
4299 sq ft – 0.33 ac
Homeowner Rate
54.51%
Principal residence
4 sold in the past 12 months — homes here go fast
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