
Elston Second Add.
Explore Elston Second Add. — a platted subdivision in Greater Grand Rapids.
“Walkable and connected”
Very walkable
- Burton/Division (WB): 2 min walk
- 6 places within a 10 min walk
$178K median
- 2 sales in past year
Average schools
- Grand Rapids Public Schools
- 48 rated schools nearby
- Best nearby: 9/10
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
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
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/Division (WB)
+1 more
Walgreens
Madison Square Library
Kelloggsville Early Childhood Learning Center
Celebration Cinema Studio Park
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
Based on 48 rated schools nearby
Range: 1/10 to 9/10
School District: Grand Rapids Public Schools
2 sold in the past 12 months — homes here go fast
Nearby Subdivisions
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