Fairmount Park Replat — satellite view
Subdivision15246 sq ft

Fairmount Park Replat

Surrounded by nature

🏙️3 mito Downtown GR
🏞️29 mito Lake Michigan
🌲Nature & Outdoors

Park-rich area

  • 4 parks within 1 mile
  • Riverside Park Drive Northwest: 3 min drive
  • Huff Park Short/Long Loop: 6 min drive
🚶Walkability
67

Very walkable

  • Plainfield/Knapp (NB): 2 min walk
  • 12 places within a 10 min walk
🎓Schools
50

Average schools

  • Grand Rapids Public Schools
  • 25 rated schools nearby
  • Best nearby: 8/10

This compact Kent County location offers excellent urban convenience with outstanding transit access and a solid walkability score of 6.7. Residents enjoy easy access to dining and daily errands, with 7 restaurants within walking distance and multiple grocery options nearby. The area provides urban living benefits while maintaining a balanced community feel, with 55% owner-occupied homes creating neighborhood stability.

Located near Briggs Park and three other green spaces within a mile, outdoor recreation is readily available despite the urban setting. Families have access to Grand Rapids Public Schools, with the best nearby school earning strong ratings. The proximity to Soft Water Lake and two boat launches within five miles adds recreational variety for water enthusiasts.

This location works well for urban professionals, commuters who value excellent transit access, and residents who prioritize walkable convenience over large outdoor spaces.

Environment & Amenities

Flood Risk

None

Not in flood zone

Nearest Park

Briggs Park

0.3 mi

Parks Nearby

4

within 1 mile

Nearest Lake

Soft Water Lake

1.7 mi

Walkability

6.7

Good

Overall walkability score out of 10

🛒Daily Errands
7.0
🍽️Dining
7.1
🌳Nature
3.5
🚌Transit
10.0
💪Fitness
3.0

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

Nearby Locations

🛒Grocery Stores
Bikeable

Creston Market

8 minbike· 19 min walk· 3 min drive
Family Fare
6 mindrive
Rodriguez Supermarket
7 mindrive
Gorden Food Service
7 mindrive

+1 more

🍽️Restaurants
Easy walk

Burger King

4 minwalk· 3 min bike· 2 min drive
Lucy's Cafe
10 minwalk
Cafe Mamo
14 minwalk
Little Caesars
8 minbike

+1 more

Coffee Shops
Quick drive

Biggby Coffee

6 mindrive· 14 min bike
Rowster Coffee
6 mindrive
Sweetwaters Coffee & Tea Monroe North
7 mindrive
Bagel Beanery
7 mindrive
🍺Bars & Breweries
Short walk

Vinny's bar

8 minwalk· 4 min bike· 1 min drive
Quinn & Tuite's
7 minbike
Rezervoir Lounge
10 minbike
The Pubb Food & Spirits
7 mindrive

+1 more

🧑‍🌾Farmers Markets
Quick drive

Webster's Market Inc

8 mindrive· 20 min bike
Momma D's Kitchen
11 mindrive
Rakowski Family Farm Market
10 mindrive
Momma D's Kitchen
12 mindrive

+1 more

🌳Parks
Short walk

Briggs Park

8 minwalk· 5 min bike· 3 min drive
Aberdeen Park
11 minwalk
Sweet Street Park
8 minbike
Riverside Park
11 minbike

+1 more

🛝Playgrounds
Short walk

Briggs Park Playground

9 minwalk· 4 min bike· 3 min drive
Aberdeen Park Playground
10 minwalk
Aberdeen Park Playground
10 minwalk
Aberdeen Park Playground
10 minwalk

+1 more

🏞️Lakes & Water
Quick drive

Lamberton Lake

8 mindrive
Soft Water Lake
7 mindrive
Emerald Lake
8 mindrive
Perch Lake
8 mindrive
🏖️Beaches
Quick drive

Lamberton Lake Fen Nature Preserve Beach

8 mindrive· 19 min bike
🥾Hiking Trails
Quick drive

Huff Park Short/Long Loop

6 mindrive
Riverside Park Drive Northwest
6 mindrive
Grand Rapids Riverwalk East
7 mindrive
Riverside Park Drive Northwest
6 mindrive

+1 more

🐕Dog Parks
Quick drive

Downtown Westside Dog Park

11 mindrive
Hillcrest Dog Park
11 mindrive
Covell Dog Park
11 mindrive
🚴Bike Paths
Bikeable

Riverside Park Trail

10 minbike· 21 min walk
Riverside Park Trail
8 minbike
Riverside Park Trail
10 minbike
Riverside Park Trail
10 minbike

+1 more

Boat Launches
Short drive

Comstock Riverside Park Launch

4 mindrive
Butterworth Park Launch
12 mindrive
Golf Courses
Quick drive

Kent Country Club

6 mindrive
Mines Golf Course
11 mindrive
Gracewil Country Club
14 mindrive
💪Gyms & Fitness
Bikeable

The Loading Dock

9 minbike· 24 min walk· 4 min drive
The Loading Dock
9 minbike
Fitness 19
7 mindrive
Communitea Wellness
6 mindrive

+1 more

🚌Transit Stops
Easy walk

Plainfield/Knapp (NB)

2 minwalk· 2 min bike· <1 min drive
Plainfield/Eleanor (NB)
3 minwalk
Plainfield/Cheshire (SB)
3 minwalk
Plainfield/Knapp (SB)
4 minwalk

+1 more

💊Pharmacies
Easy walk

Kay Pharmacy

3 minwalk· 2 min bike· <1 min drive
Walgreens
8 minbike
Walgreens
9 mindrive
CVS Pharmacy
10 mindrive

+1 more

📚Libraries
Bikeable

Van Belkum Branch

6 minbike· 16 min walk· 3 min drive
West Leonard Library
11 mindrive
Grand Rapids Public Library
10 mindrive
Yankee Clipper Library
7 mindrive

+1 more

👶Daycares
Quick drive

Kidz Clubhouse

12 mindrive
🎬Movie Theaters
Quick drive

AMC Grand Rapids 18

10 mindrive
Celebration Cinema Studio Park
9 mindrive
Celebration! Cinema North
10 mindrive
Wealthy Theater
13 mindrive

Nearby Schools

5.0
/10 avg
Average schools

Based on 25 rated schools nearby

Range: 1/10 to 8/10

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
4Aberdeen SchoolElementary · PK-08 · 234 students · 13:1 · 0.0 mi
2Riverside Middle SchoolMiddle · 06-08 · 248 students · 16:1 · 0.0 mi

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Data sources: schools, census · Updated 4/2/2026