Elston Second Add. — satellite view
Subdivision5.8 acres

Elston Second Add.

Walkable and connected

🏙️2 mito Downtown GR
🏞️30 mito Lake Michigan
🌳Top 22% park access
🚶Walkability
60

Very walkable

  • Burton/Division (WB): 2 min walk
  • 6 places within a 10 min walk
💰Home Values

$178K median

  • 2 sales in past year
🎓Schools
41

Average schools

  • Grand Rapids Public Schools
  • 48 rated schools nearby
  • Best nearby: 9/10
🧑‍🌾Farmers market nearby

This compact 6-acre neighborhood in Kent County offers an intimate residential setting with small lot sizes averaging just 0.10 acres, creating a close-knit community feel. The area excels in dining and transit accessibility, with excellent walkability for restaurants—the nearest eatery is just steps away at 24 meters. Residents enjoy convenient access to grocery stores within a short walk, plus Burton Woods Park and six other parks within a mile for outdoor recreation.

The neighborhood serves families through Grand Rapids Public Schools, with some nearby schools earning top ratings. With 55% owner-occupied homes and recent renovations visible in available properties, the area attracts both homeowners and investors. The location works particularly well for those who prioritize walkable dining, convenient transit access, and small-lot living in an established Grand Rapids community.

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

Walkability

6.0

Good

Overall walkability score out of 10

🛒Daily Errands
3.9
🍽️Dining
6.8
🌳Nature
3.0
🚌Transit
10.0
💪Fitness
0.0

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

Nearby Locations

🛒Grocery Stores
Walkable

El Especial Supermarket & Bakery

11 minwalk· 7 min bike· 3 min drive
Ken's Fruit Market
7 mindrive
ALDI
8 mindrive
🍽️Restaurants
Easy walk

Popeyes

3 minwalk· 2 min bike· 2 min drive
Los Dos Amigos Mexican Restaurant
10 minwalk
Tortilleria y Restaurante La Guadalupana
11 minwalk
Tacos Yanga
9 minbike

+1 more

Coffee Shops
Quick drive

Sip Coffee and Cocktails

6 mindrive· 12 min bike
Happy Cat Café
7 mindrive
Biggby Coffee
7 mindrive
🍺Bars & Breweries
Walkable

Log Cabin

12 minwalk· 7 min bike· 4 min drive
The Brass Ring
6 mindrive
Dublin Hall
8 mindrive
Tin Can/City View Flats
9 mindrive
🧑‍🌾Farmers Markets
Quick drive

Lee's Oriental Market

6 mindrive· 28 min walk· 13 min bike
Plaza Mexico
7 mindrive
Grand Rapids Downtown Market
9 mindrive
The Arts Marketplace
8 mindrive

+1 more

🌳Parks
Walkable

Burton Woods Park

13 minwalk· 7 min bike· 4 min drive
Garfield Park
14 minwalk
Plaster Creek Family Park
14 minwalk
Plaster Creek
9 minbike

+1 more

🛝Playgrounds
Walkable

The Meadows

13 minwalk· 9 min bike· 5 min drive
Garfield Park Playground
14 minwalk
Plaster Creek Family Park Playground
15 minwalk
Dickinson Buffer Park Playground
12 minbike
🏞️Lakes & Water
Quick drive

Battjes Lake

11 mindrive
Lamar Lake
11 mindrive
Luvis Lake
12 mindrive
🥾Hiking Trails
Quick drive

Tennyson Drive Southwest

8 mindrive
Plaster Creek Trail
10 mindrive
Plaster Creek Trail
9 mindrive
Plaster Creek Trail
5 mindrive

+1 more

🐕Dog Parks
Quick drive

Wyoming Dog Park Dog Park

9 mindrive· 16 min bike
Downtown Westside Dog Park
12 mindrive
🚴Bike Paths
Bikeable

Grand Rapids Bike Park Trail

8 minbike· 17 min walk
Grand Rapids Bike Park Trail
8 minbike
Grand Rapids Bike Park Trail
8 minbike
Grand Rapids Bike Park Trail
8 minbike

+1 more

Boat Launches
Quick drive

Comstock Riverside Park Launch

13 mindrive
Butterworth Park Launch
9 mindrive
Golf Courses
Quick drive

Indian Trails Golf Course

13 mindrive
Mines Golf Course
12 mindrive
Kaufman Golf Course
13 mindrive
💪Gyms & Fitness
Quick drive

Planet Fitness

9 mindrive
8th Day Gym
9 mindrive
🚌Transit Stops
Easy walk

Burton/Division (WB)

2 minwalk· 2 min bike· 2 min drive
Burton/Buchanan (WB)
2 minwalk
Burton/Buchanan (EB)
3 minwalk
Burton Street Station (SB)
3 minwalk

+1 more

💊Pharmacies
Quick drive

Walgreens

10 mindrive
📚Libraries
Bikeable

Madison Square Library

12 minbike· 29 min walk· 6 min drive
Seymour Library
6 mindrive
Ottawa Hills Public Library
10 mindrive
KDL Wyoming Branch
10 mindrive
👶Daycares
Quick drive

Kelloggsville Early Childhood Learning Center

10 mindrive
🎬Movie Theaters
Quick drive

Celebration Cinema Studio Park

7 mindrive
Wealthy Theater
13 mindrive

At a Glance

Median Home Price

$225K

2 sales/yr

Parcels / Units

45

Median Lot Size

0.10 ac

1999 sq ft – 0.29 ac

Homeowner Rate

54.51%

Principal residence

Nearby Schools

4.1
/10 avg
Average schools

Based on 48 rated schools nearby

Range: 1/10 to 9/10

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
6Union High SchoolHigh · 09-12 · 922 students · 20:1 · 0.0 mi
5John Ball Park Zoo SchoolMiddle · 06-06 · 59 students · 26:1 · 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
2Buchanan ElementaryElementary · PK-05 · 359 students · 17:1 · 0.0 mi
2Burton Middle SchoolMiddle · 06-08 · 482 students · 18:1 · 0.0 mi

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

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Data sources: schools · Updated 4/2/2026