Dr. Ross Add.
Surrounded by nature
Median $300K·Walkability 4.8/10·Schools 4.0/10
Dr. Ross Add. is a compact five-acre subdivision in the Southeast End, sitting about ten minutes from downtown Grand Rapids, which means you get real neighborhood feel without the commute tax. Homes here run around $290K, and you're close enough to grab coffee or dinner in under a mile—the grocery options are genuinely abundant if you're willing to drive a bit further. Cambridge Park is a five-minute walk away, and there are seven parks within a mile, so if you've got kids or just want to move around outside, it's built in. Grand Rapids Public Schools serves the area, and the Rapid bus system is a short walk if you need it. The whole vibe is first-time-buyer friendly—real homes on real lots, not too far from the action, and you're still close enough to the airport that getting out of town is painless.
Why people love it here
Near the water
- Reeds Lake — 1.7 mi
- 35 parks within 1 mile
- Mulick Park: 8 min walk
- Cambridge Park: 9 min walk
Center for Economicology
- Middle — 4.2 mi away
- Grand Rapids
- 9 rated schools in district
$300K median
- Based on 3yr sales
Notable nearby
Conventional Mortgage Calculator
Median home price in Dr. Ross Add.
Estimated Monthly Payment
$2,036/mo
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Flood Risk
None
Not in flood zone
Nearest Park
Cambridge Park
0.2 mi
Parks Nearby
35
within 1 mile
Nearest Lake
Reeds Lake
1.7 mi
Based on 24 rated schools nearby
Range: 1/10 to 8/10
School District: Grand Rapids Public Schools
Walkability
Fair
Overall walkability score out of 10
Based on actual walk/bike/drive times to nearby amenities via Mapbox
SAFARI SUPERMARKET LLC
Universal Ruth Restaurant and bakery
+1 more
Johnny's Markets
Last Chance Tavern & Grill
+1 more
Mulick Park
+1 more
Mulick Park Playground
Fisk Lake
+1 more
Unnamed beach
Hall Street trail
Hillcrest Dog Park
Albert-Realtors Hall St. Sub. Area Trail
Butterworth Park Launch
The Funky Buddha Yoga Hothouse
Fuller/Boston (SB)
+1 more
CVS Pharmacy
Ottawa Hills Public Library
+1 more
daycare
Wealthy Theater
Crime in Dr. Ross Add. is reported at the city level, not the neighborhood level. The FBI doesn't publish reliable crime rates for individual neighborhoods, and within any community crime varies street to street. For an accurate, comparable picture, see the jurisdiction-wide figures for Kent County.
Kent County crime & safety stats →To buy a median-priced Dr. Ross Add. home (around $299,900) at today's 6.49% 30-year fixed rate with 20% down, you'd need roughly $53k/year in household income to qualify — an estimated monthly payment of $1,995 (principal, interest, property tax est., and insurance).
| Down payment | Monthly payment | Income needed |
|---|---|---|
| 20% | $1,995/mo | $53,193 |
| 10% (+PMI) | $2,297/mo | $61,241 |
| 5% (+PMI) | $2,397/mo | $63,933 |
Estimates use a 6.49% 30-year fixed rate (current Freddie Mac average), an aggressive ~45% housing-to-income ratio (roughly what FHA underwriting can allow for a buyer with no other monthly debts — your number depends on your debts and credit), this area's median sale price, plus estimated insurance and PMI below 20% down. Not a commitment to lend, and not an APR — your actual rate and payment will vary.
Association and local-government details are compiled from public records, municipal sites, and state registries, and can change. Confirm directly with the association or municipality before relying on them.
Solar potential
~$844/yr in electricity from a typical rooftop solar system
Produces ~6,158 kWh/yr · offsets ~59% of a typical home's use
City of Grand Rapids Water System
Regional water provider serving ~280,000 across Kent and Ottawa counties.
City of Grand Rapids Environmental Services (Water Resource Recovery Facility)
WRRF treats ~40 MGD of wastewater.
City of Grand Rapids Refuse & Recycling
City-run refuse/recycling cart program for residents.
Consumers Energy Co · ~13.7¢/kWh
Investor-owned utility serving the region.
Confirm by addressDTE Energy
DTE Gas serves much of Grand Rapids natural gas; verify by address.
Confirm by addressServices for Grand Rapids · Source: grandrapidsmi.gov
Utility, solar, and service details for Dr. Ross Add. are compiled from public records, municipal sites, and NREL / U.S. data.gov, and can change. Electric/gas can vary by address — confirm with the provider before relying on them.
🛒 Grocery(29)
Safari Supermarket Llc
Grocery Store
Grocery Store
bp
Grocery Store
+26 more within 5 miles
🍕 Restaurants(23)
Universal Ruth Restaurant and bakery
Restaurant
Boston Soul Cafe
Restaurant
Rafi’s Mexirican Kitchen
Restaurant
Taste Of Chicago
Restaurant
7 Mares
Restaurant
+18 more within 5 miles
☕ Coffee(15)
+12 more within 5 miles
🍺 Bars(15)
Last Chance Tavern & Grill
Bar
Sophisticated Gentelmen & ladies Auxiliary club
Bar
The Derby
Bar
+12 more within 5 miles
🏫 Schools(27)
Mulick Park Elemntary School
Grand Rapids Christian Elementary School–Evergreen Campus
School
Immaculate Heart of Mary School
River City Scholars Charter Academy
+22 more within 5 miles
💪 Gyms(12)
Fitness Center
REVfit
Fitness Center
8th Day Gym
Fitness Center
+9 more within 5 miles
🐕 Dog Parks(9)
Hillcrest Dog Park
Dog Park
Dog Park in Kragt Plat Area
Dog Park
Wyoming Dog Park Dog Park
Dog Park
+6 more within 5 miles
🚴 Trails(7)
Albert-Realtors Hall St. Sub. Area Trail
Bike Path
Unnamed bike_path
Bike Path
Bike Path
Bike Path
+4 more within 5 miles
⛵ Boat Launches(2)
Boat Launch
Boat Launch
🚌 Transit(30)
Transit Stop
Transit Stop
Transit Stop
+27 more within 5 miles
💊 Pharmacies(16)
+13 more within 5 miles
👶 Childcare(4)
Children's Choice Learning Center at Spectrum Health Child Development Center
Childcare Center
My Little Munchkins Childcare Learning Center
Childcare Center
Tutor Time on Grand Ridge Drive
Childcare Center
+1 more within 5 miles
📚 Libraries(14)
+11 more within 5 miles
Frequently asked about Dr. Ross Add.
- What do homes cost in Dr. Ross Add.?
- The median home value in Dr. Ross Add. is about $299,900. Individual prices vary by street, size, and condition.
- How active is the Dr. Ross Add. housing market?
- there is 1 home for sale in Dr. Ross Add. right now. Listings refresh throughout the day from the MichRIC MLS.
- What schools serve Dr. Ross Add.?
- Dr. Ross Add. is served by Grand Rapids Public Schools. Its highest-rated assigned school is Center for Economicology (8/10).
- Is Dr. Ross Add. walkable?
- Dr. Ross Add. scores 4.8/10 for walkability — a measure of walking, biking, and driving access to groceries, dining, parks, schools, and transit.