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Subdivision1.5 acres

Francis Add.

Solid value in a growing area

🏙️2 mito Downtown GR
🏞️30 mito Lake Michigan
🌳Top 17% park access
💰Home Values

$184K median

🚶Walkability
57

Somewhat walkable

  • Madison/Griggs (SB): 5 min walk
  • 9 places within a 10 min walk
🎓Schools
44

Average schools

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

This compact 1-acre area in Kent County offers an interesting blend of urban convenience and residential living, with larger-than-average lot sizes of 0.12 acres giving residents more breathing room. The location provides excellent transit access with strong walkability for daily needs, plus nearby amenities including seven restaurants within walking distance and five grocery stores within a short drive. The nearest dining and shopping options are just a few blocks away, while Garfield Park and eight other parks within a mile provide plenty of green space for recreation.

The area is served by Grand Rapids Public Schools, with some standout educational options nearby. With 55% owner-occupancy, there's a good mix of long-term residents and renters creating a stable community feel. The combination of convenient urban amenities, transit access, and spacious lots makes this area particularly appealing to families seeking city convenience without sacrificing yard space, as well as commuters who value easy transportation options.

At a Glance

Est. Home Value

$184K

Based on assessor data

Parcels / Units

14

Median Lot Size

0.12 ac

3494 sq ft – 0.12 ac

Homeowner Rate

54.51%

Principal residence

Walkability

5.7

Fair

Overall walkability score out of 10

🛒Daily Errands
4.8
🍽️Dining
5.9
🌳Nature
2.8
🚌Transit
8.0
💪Fitness
0.0

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

Nearby Locations

🛒Grocery Stores
Short walk

El Especial Supermarket & Bakery

7 minwalk· 4 min bike· 2 min drive
Ken's Fruit Market
11 minbike
ALDI
9 mindrive
🍽️Restaurants
Short walk

Los Dos Amigos Mexican Restaurant

6 minwalk· 4 min bike· 2 min drive
Tortilleria y Restaurante La Guadalupana
7 minwalk
Popeyes
7 minwalk
Tacos Yanga
13 minwalk

+1 more

Coffee Shops
Bikeable

Sip Coffee and Cocktails

11 minbike· 29 min walk· 5 min drive
Happy Cat Café
6 mindrive
Biggby Coffee
7 mindrive
MudPenny
8 mindrive
🍺Bars & Breweries
Bikeable

Log Cabin

7 minbike· 18 min walk· 3 min drive
The Brass Ring
11 minbike
The Winchester
9 mindrive
Tin Can/City View Flats
10 mindrive
🧑‍🌾Farmers Markets
Quick drive

Lee's Oriental Market

5 mindrive
Grand Rapids Downtown Market
7 mindrive
Plaza Mexico
7 mindrive
The Arts Marketplace
8 mindrive
🌳Parks
Walkable

Burton Woods Park

12 minwalk· 6 min bike· 3 min drive
Garfield Park
13 minwalk
Dickinson Buffer Park
14 minwalk
Plaster Creek
9 minbike

+1 more

🛝Playgrounds
Walkable

Garfield Park Playground

14 minwalk· 3 min drive
Dickinson Buffer Park Playground
14 minwalk
The Meadows
6 mindrive
Plaster Creek Family Park Playground
6 mindrive
🏞️Lakes & Water
Quick drive

Battjes Lake

11 mindrive
Fisk Lake
14 mindrive
Lamar Lake
12 mindrive
Luvis Lake
12 mindrive
🥾Hiking Trails
Short drive

Plaster Creek Trail

4 mindrive
Plaster Creek Trail
4 mindrive
Plaster Creek Trail
9 mindrive
Plaster Creek Trail
11 mindrive

+1 more

🐕Dog Parks
Quick drive

Wyoming Dog Park Dog Park

9 mindrive
Downtown Westside Dog Park
12 mindrive
🚴Bike Paths
Bikeable

Plaster Creek Trail

10 minbike· 23 min walk
Plaster Creek Trail
10 minbike
Grand Rapids Bike Park Trail
10 minbike
Grand Rapids Bike Park Trail
10 minbike

+1 more

Boat Launches
Quick drive

Butterworth Park Launch

10 mindrive
Comstock Riverside Park Launch
14 mindrive
Golf Courses
Quick drive

Indian Trails Golf Course

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

Planet Fitness

9 mindrive· 20 min bike
8th Day Gym
10 mindrive
🚌Transit Stops
Short walk

Madison/Griggs (SB)

5 minwalk· 3 min bike· 1 min drive
Burton/Jefferson (WB)
6 minwalk
Burton/Jefferson (EB)
6 minwalk
Burton Street Station (NB)
7 minwalk

+1 more

💊Pharmacies
Quick drive

Walgreens

8 mindrive· 19 min bike
📚Libraries
Bikeable

Madison Square Library

8 minbike· 19 min walk· 4 min drive
Seymour Library
12 minbike
Ottawa Hills Public Library
8 mindrive
KDL Wyoming Branch
11 mindrive
👶Daycares
Quick drive

Kelloggsville Early Childhood Learning Center

10 mindrive
🎬Movie Theaters
Quick drive

Celebration Cinema Studio Park

7 mindrive
Phoenix Theatres Woodland Mall
14 mindrive
Wealthy Theater
12 mindrive

Nearby Schools

4.4
/10 avg
Average schools

Based on 51 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
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
4Dickinson Elementary SchoolElementary · PK-08 · 244 students · 13:1 · 0.0 mi
4Innovation Central HighHigh · 09-12 · 523 students · 16:1 · 0.0 mi
2Ottawa Hills High SchoolHigh · 09-12 · 369 students · -1:1 · 0.0 mi
2Alger Middle SchoolMiddle · 06-08 · 342 students · 20:1 · 0.0 mi

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Data sources: schools · Updated 4/2/2026