Churchill Downs — satellite view
Subdivision55.6 acres

Churchill Downs

Family-friendly community

🏙️5 mito Downtown GR
🏞️33 mito Lake Michigan
🚶Walkability
52

Somewhat walkable

  • 0 places within a 10 min walk
🎓Schools
42

Average schools

  • Grand Rapids Public Schools
  • 43 rated schools nearby
  • Best nearby: 8/10
🌲Nature & Outdoors

Park-rich area

  • 3 parks within 1 mile
  • Ken-O-Sha South Loop: 5 min drive
  • Ken-O-Sha Green Loop: 6 min drive
🧑‍🌾Farmers market nearby

This 56-acre residential area in southeast Grand Rapids offers a unique blend of suburban comfort and convenient city access. The neighborhood features spacious lots with park-like backyards and quiet streets, creating a country-like atmosphere while maintaining proximity to urban amenities. Residents enjoy easy access to 14 restaurants within a mile and multiple grocery options within two miles, making daily life convenient without sacrificing the peaceful residential character.

The area includes the well-established Churchill Downs No.1 subdivision, known for custom-built homes and ranch-style properties. With Oxford Park nearby and three parks within walking distance, outdoor recreation is readily accessible. The location provides excellent connectivity to Kentwood amenities along the 44th and Kalamazoo corridor. Students attend Grand Rapids Public Schools, with school quality varying significantly throughout the district.

This area works particularly well for families seeking spacious homes with large yards, professionals wanting suburban tranquility with city convenience, and anyone who values a strong sense of community in a quieter setting.

3 sold in the past 12 months — homes here go fast

Walkability

5.2

Fair

Overall walkability score out of 10

🛒Daily Errands
5.0
🍽️Dining
5.8
🌳Nature
3.5
🚌Transit
6.5
💪Fitness
5.0

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

Nearby Locations

🛒Grocery Stores
Bikeable

Mediterranian Island International Foods

7 minbike· 18 min walk· 4 min drive
Family Fare
7 mindrive
Horrocks Market
5 mindrive
Meijer
6 mindrive

+1 more

🍽️Restaurants
Walkable

Great White Fish Chicken

15 minwalk· 7 min bike· 4 min drive
Papa John's
7 minbike
Pizza Hut
7 minbike
Florentine Sports Lounge
7 minbike

+1 more

Coffee Shops
Bikeable

Cone City

8 minbike· 19 min walk· 4 min drive
Tim Hortons
9 minbike
🍺Bars & Breweries
Bikeable

The Pump House

8 minbike· 19 min walk· 4 min drive
🧑‍🌾Farmers Markets
Quick drive

Momma D's Kitchen

6 mindrive· 30 min walk· 16 min bike
Plaza Mexico
9 mindrive
Lee's Oriental Market
9 mindrive
🌳Parks
Bikeable

Bowen Station Park

8 minbike· 20 min walk· 4 min drive
Oxford Park
5 mindrive
Rondo Station Park
8 mindrive
Dog Park
7 mindrive

+1 more

🛝Playgrounds
Bikeable

Bowen Station Park Playground

8 minbike· 20 min walk· 3 min drive
🥾Hiking Trails
Quick drive

Ken-O-Sha Red Loop

7 mindrive
Paul Henry - Thornapple Trail
7 mindrive
Ken-O-Sha South Loop
5 mindrive
Ken-O-Sha Green Loop
6 mindrive

+1 more

🚴Bike Paths
Bikeable

Autumn Ash Drive

15 minbike
Golf Courses
Quick drive

Kaufman Golf Course

15 mindrive
Stonewater Country Club
13 mindrive
Indian Trails Golf Course
13 mindrive
💪Gyms & Fitness
Bikeable

Blue's Gym

7 minbike· 18 min walk· 4 min drive
🚌Transit Stops
Walkable

Kalamazoo/Southampton (NB)

11 minwalk· 5 min bike· 2 min drive
Kalamazoo/Southampton (SB)
11 minwalk
Kalamazoo/Kendall (NB)
12 minwalk
Kalamazoo/Belmar (NB)
12 minwalk

+1 more

💊Pharmacies
Bikeable

Zuah Pharmacy

8 minbike· 19 min walk· 6 min drive
Walgreens
6 mindrive
Walgreens
7 mindrive
Rite Aid
8 mindrive

+1 more

📚Libraries
Quick drive

Kentwood Library

7 mindrive
KDL Library - Kentwood
7 mindrive
Seymour Library
10 mindrive
👶Daycares
Bikeable

My Little Munchkins Childcare Learning Center

9 minbike· 16 min walk· 3 min drive
Kelloggsville Early Childhood Learning Center
12 mindrive
🎬Movie Theaters
Quick drive

Celebration Cinema South

11 mindrive
Phoenix Theatres Woodland Mall
13 mindrive
Celebration Cinema Studio Park
15 mindrive

Nearby Schools

4.2
/10 avg
Average schools

Based on 43 rated schools nearby

Range: 1/10 to 8/10

School District: Grand Rapids Public Schools

8Center for EconomicologyMiddle · 06-06 · 59 students · 22:1 · 0.0 mi
8City MiddleHighHigh · 07-12 · 908 students · 23:1 · 0.0 mi
6Blandford SchoolMiddle · 06-06 · 60 students · 23:1 · 0.0 mi
5John Ball Park Zoo SchoolMiddle · 06-06 · 59 students · 26:1 · 0.0 mi
5Sherwood Global Studies AcademyElementary · PK-06 · 128 students · 12:1 · 0.0 mi
5Grand Rapids Public Museum HighHigh · 09-12 · 273 students · 17:1 · 0.0 mi
4Innovation Central HighHigh · 09-12 · 523 students · 16:1 · 0.0 mi
2Ottawa Hills High SchoolHigh · 09-12 · 369 students · -1:1 · 0.0 mi
2Alger Middle SchoolMiddle · 06-08 · 342 students · 20:1 · 0.0 mi

Environment & Amenities

Nearest Park

Oxford Park

0.1 mi

Parks Nearby

3

within 1 mile

Nearest Lake

Reeds Lake

4.1 mi

3 sold in the past 12 months — homes here go fast

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