
Elston Add.
Explore Elston Add. — a platted subdivision in Greater Grand Rapids.
“Walkable and connected”
Very walkable
- Popeyes: 3 min walk
- 8 places within a 10 min walk
$182K median
- 1 sales in past year
Average schools
- Grand Rapids Public Schools
- 48 rated schools nearby
- Best nearby: 9/10
This compact 4-acre area in Kent County offers an intimate residential setting with notably small lot sizes averaging just 0.11 acres, creating a close-knit community feel. The location shines for convenience, with excellent transit access and impressive dining options nearby - you'll find 8 restaurants within walking distance and grocery shopping just 572 meters away. Garfield Park anchors the neighborhood as the closest of 7 parks within a mile, while outdoor enthusiasts can access Battjes Lake and three boat launches within a short drive.
The area serves families through Grand Rapids Public Schools, with significant variation in quality among nearby options. With 55% owner-occupied homes and recent property improvements highlighting move-in ready options, this pocket works well for first-time buyers seeking urban convenience, downsizers who want walkable amenities, and investors looking for affordable opportunities in an established location.
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
El Especial Supermarket & Bakery
Popeyes
+1 more
Sip Coffee and Cocktails
Log Cabin
+1 more
Lee's Oriental Market
+1 more
Burton Woods Park
+1 more
The Meadows
Battjes Lake
Tennyson Drive Southwest
+1 more
Wyoming Dog Park Dog Park
Grand Rapids Bike Park Trail
+1 more
Comstock Riverside Park Launch
Indian Trails Golf Course
Planet Fitness
Burton Street Station (NB)
+1 more
Walgreens
Madison Square Library
Kelloggsville Early Childhood Learning Center
Wealthy Theater
At a Glance
Median Home Price
$185K
1 sales/yr
Parcels / Units
25
Median Lot Size
0.11 ac
980 sq ft – 0.21 ac
Homeowner Rate
54.51%
Principal residence
Nearby Schools
Based on 48 rated schools nearby
Range: 1/10 to 9/10
School District: Grand Rapids Public Schools
1 sold in the past 12 months — homes here go fast