Calkins Sub.
Walkable near top schools
Median $341K·Walkability 7.2/10·Schools 4.0/10
You'll know you've arrived the moment the red brick pavement catches your eye—Calkins Sub. sits right in the heart of East Hills, where century-old brick homes line streets that feel both established and actively alive. This 4-acre platted subdivision is small and walkable, with lot sizes averaging just 0.14 acres, which means you're living close to the action, not removed from it. Coffee shops and restaurants are literally steps away, and Cherry Hill Green sits adjacent, offering green space without leaving the neighborhood. Homes here run around $341K, and you're just 4 minutes from downtown Grand Rapids, which makes the urban-suburban balance feel effortless rather than compromised. The real draw, though, is what surrounds you: 397 restaurants within a mile, 24 parks nearby, and a transit stop within walking distance, so you can ditch the car without feeling stranded—all while living in a subdivision that still feels like an actual neighborhood, not a development.
Why people love it here
Walkability
Good
Overall walkability score out of 10
Based on actual walk/bike/drive times to nearby amenities via Mapbox
City MiddleHigh
- High — 2.6 mi away
- Grand Rapids
- 9 rated schools in district
$341K median
- Assessor estimate
Park-rich area
- 120 parks within 1 mile
- Cherry Hill Green: 2 min walk
- Cherry Park: 5 min walk
Mortgage Calculator
Median home price in Calkins Sub.
Estimated Monthly Payment
$2,314/mo

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Based on 32 rated schools nearby
Range: 1/10 to 8/10
School District: Grand Rapids Public Schools
Est. Home Value
$341K
Assessor estimate
Parcels / Units
19
Median Lot Size
0.14 ac
2648 sq ft – 0.24 ac
Frequently asked about Calkins Sub.
- What do homes cost in Calkins Sub.?
- The median home value in Calkins Sub. is about $340,900. Individual prices vary by street, size, and condition.
- What schools serve Calkins Sub.?
- Calkins Sub. is served by Grand Rapids Public Schools. Its highest-rated assigned school is City MiddleHigh (8/10).
- Is Calkins Sub. walkable?
- Calkins Sub. scores 7.2/10 for walkability — a measure of walking, biking, and driving access to groceries, dining, parks, schools, and transit.