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Explorer Estates

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🏙️9 mito Downtown GR
🏞️35 mito Lake Michigan
🎓Schools
57

Average schools

  • Kentwood Public Schools
  • 22 rated schools nearby
  • Best nearby: 9/10
🚶Walkability
26

Car-dependent

  • 0 places within a 10 min walk

This quiet residential area in Kent County offers spacious one-acre lots that provide plenty of room for families seeking more space and privacy. While the location prioritizes tranquility over walkability, residents appreciate the peaceful setting and generous property sizes that are increasingly rare in the Grand Rapids metro area.

The community is served by Kentwood Public Schools, with some excellent educational options nearby for families. Daily needs are easily met with grocery stores less than a mile away and dining options within walking distance. Two local parks provide outdoor recreation opportunities, while the area's suburban character appeals to those who prefer a car-friendly lifestyle. This location works best for families who value space, quiet living, and don't mind a short drive to access Grand Rapids' broader amenities and employment centers.

Nearby Schools

5.7
/10 avg
Average schools

Based on 22 rated schools nearby

Range: 1/10 to 9/10

School District: Kentwood Public Schools

7Explorer ElementaryElementary · K-05 · 527 students · 16:1 · 0.2 mi
7East Kentwood Freshman CampusSecondary · 09-09 · 743 students · 17:1 · 0.5 mi
7East Kentwood High SchoolHigh · 10-12 · 2,010 students · 19:1 · 0.8 mi
7Challenger ElementaryElementary · K-05 · 341 students · 14:1 · 1.7 mi
6Discovery ElementaryElementary · K-05 · 711 students · 19:1 · 0.7 mi
6Endeavor ElementaryElementary · K-05 · 544 students · 18:1 · 2.1 mi
6Southwood ElementaryElementary · K-05 · 332 students · 17:1 · 2.2 mi
5Brookwood ElementaryElementary · PK-05 · 349 students · 16:1 · 1.7 mi
5Glenwood ElementaryElementary · K-05 · 406 students · 16:1 · 2.1 mi
5Crestwood Middle SchoolMiddle · 06-08 · 682 students · 16:1 · 2.6 mi
4Meadowlawn ElementaryElementary · PK-05 · 378 students · 17:1 · 2.6 mi
3Pinewood Middle SchoolMiddle · 06-08 · 809 students · 19:1 · 0.6 mi
3Valleywood Middle SchoolMiddle · 06-08 · 514 students · 15:1 · 2.4 mi

Walkability

2.6

Limited

Overall walkability score out of 10

🛒Daily Errands
3.0
🍽️Dining
2.3
🌳Nature
2.3
🚌Transit
3.0
💪Fitness
0.0

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

Nearby Locations

🛒Grocery Stores
Bikeable

ALDI

11 minbike· 23 min walk· 5 min drive
Meijer
11 minbike
🍽️Restaurants
Bikeable

Panda Express

11 minbike· 27 min walk· 5 min drive
Qdoba
11 minbike
Haru
11 minbike
Applebee's
11 minbike

+1 more

🍺Bars & Breweries
Quick drive

Railtown Brewing Company

5 mindrive· 16 min bike
🌳Parks
Short drive

Crystal Springs East Community Park

5 mindrive· 28 min walk· 12 min bike
Crystals Springs East Community Park
6 mindrive
Paris Park
10 mindrive
PARIS COUNTY PARK
9 mindrive
🛝Playgrounds
Remote

Crystal Springs East Community Park Playground

28 minwalk
Crystals Springs East Community Park Playground
35 minwalk
CREEKSIDE COUNTY PARK Playground
42 minwalk
🥾Hiking Trails
Quick drive

M-6 Trail

12 mindrive
Paul Henry - Thornapple Trail
7 mindrive
Paul Henry - Thornapple Trail
8 mindrive
Paul Henry - Thornapple Trail
11 mindrive

+1 more

🚴Bike Paths
Bikeable

M-6 Trail

15 minbike
Golf Courses
Quick drive

Stonewater Country Club

6 mindrive
Briarwood Golf Club
11 mindrive
Broadmoor Country Club
11 mindrive
🚌Transit Stops
Bikeable

Meijer - Gaines Twp

11 minbike· 28 min walk· 5 min drive
Marketplace/Kalamazoo (WB)
11 minbike
Marketplace/Kalamazoo (EB)
11 minbike
Kalamazoo/Eastport (NB)
7 mindrive

+1 more

💊Pharmacies
Bikeable

Meijer Pharmacy

11 minbike· 27 min walk· 5 min drive
Walgreens
8 mindrive
CVS Pharmacy
10 mindrive
📚Libraries
Quick drive

KDL Library - Kentwood

11 mindrive
Kentwood Library
11 mindrive
🎬Movie Theaters
Quick drive

Celebration Cinema South

9 mindrive

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Data sources: schools · Updated 4/2/2026