G. M. Barkers Sub. — satellite view
Subdivision9.3 acres

G. M. Barkers Sub.

Walkable and connected

🏙️2 mito Downtown GR
🏞️28 mito Lake Michigan
🌳Top 11% park access
🚶Walkability
67

Very walkable

  • Nagold Park: 5 min walk
  • 17 places within a 10 min walk
🌲Nature & Outdoors

Park-rich area

  • 12 parks within 1 mile
  • Sibley Tunnel: 3 min drive
  • Nagold Park: 5 min walk
💰Home Values

$226K median

  • 2 sales in past year
🧑‍🌾Farmers market nearby

This compact downtown area spans just 9 acres in Kent County, offering an intimate urban living experience with excellent walkability and convenience. Residents enjoy easy access to 25 restaurants within walking distance, plus grocery stores and coffee shops just steps away. The neighborhood features a mix of historic homes and flexible properties, including some converted duplexes that showcase the area's adaptable housing options on smaller lots averaging 0.10 acres.

With strong transit connections and abundant dining options, daily life here revolves around pedestrian-friendly streets and urban amenities. While Grand Rapids Public Schools serve the area, the location provides quick access to Nagold Park and outdoor recreation, though residents typically venture slightly farther for extensive nature activities. This area works best for urban professionals, downtown enthusiasts, and anyone seeking a walkable lifestyle with city conveniences at their doorstep.

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

Walkability

6.7

Good

Overall walkability score out of 10

🛒Daily Errands
6.5
🍽️Dining
8.0
🌳Nature
4.0
🚌Transit
8.0
💪Fitness
1.5

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

Nearby Locations

🛒Grocery Stores
Walkable

Bridge Street Market

15 minwalk· 6 min bike· 5 min drive
Rodriguez Supermarket
10 minbike
Amp Electrician, AC & Furnace Repair
7 mindrive
Creston Market
10 mindrive

+1 more

🍽️Restaurants
Short walk

Salvatore's

10 minwalk· 4 min bike· 4 min drive
Dairy Queen
11 minwalk
Gino's Pizza
11 minwalk
Westsider Cafe
12 minwalk

+1 more

Coffee Shops
Short walk

Eden Cafe

7 minwalk· 4 min bike· 4 min drive
Roots Brew Shop
6 minbike
Tim Hortons
7 minbike
Ferris Coffee & Nut Co.
7 minbike

+1 more

🍺Bars & Breweries
Short walk

Monarch's Club

10 minwalk· 4 min bike· 4 min drive
The Holiday
11 minwalk
Turnstiles Bar
11 minwalk
Harmony Hall
13 minwalk

+1 more

🧑‍🌾Farmers Markets
Walkable

Momma D's Kitchen

14 minwalk· 6 min bike· 5 min drive
Webster's Market Inc
8 mindrive
The Arts Marketplace
9 mindrive
Grand Rapids Downtown Market
9 mindrive

+1 more

🌳Parks
Easy walk

Nagold Park

5 minwalk· 3 min bike· 4 min drive
Sullivan Field
9 minwalk
Lincoln Park
9 minwalk
Valley Field
11 minwalk

+1 more

🛝Playgrounds
Short walk

Sullivan Field Playground

8 minwalk· 5 min bike· 3 min drive
Lincoln Park Playground
10 minwalk
Lincoln Park Playground
11 minwalk
Sibley School Park Playground
12 minwalk

+1 more

🏞️Lakes & Water
Quick drive

Battjes Lake

15 mindrive
Lamar Lake
13 mindrive
🏖️Beaches
Quick drive

Georgetown Community Park Beach

14 mindrive
Millennium Park Beach
15 mindrive
Lamberton Lake Fen Nature Preserve Beach
14 mindrive
🥾Hiking Trails
Short drive

Sibley Tunnel

3 mindrive
Grand Rapids Riverwalk West
7 mindrive
Grand Rapids Riverwalk West
8 mindrive
Grand Rapids Riverwalk West
8 mindrive

+1 more

🐕Dog Parks
Bikeable

Downtown Westside Dog Park

8 minbike· 20 min walk· 8 min drive
Covell Dog Park
10 minbike
Richmond Hills Dog Park
10 mindrive
Hillcrest Dog Park
11 mindrive
🚴Bike Paths
Short walk

Nagold Park Trail

8 minwalk· 4 min bike
West Grand Trail
8 minwalk
Douglas Park Trail
8 minwalk
Douglas Park Trail
9 minwalk

+1 more

Boat Launches
Quick drive

Johnson Park Launch

11 mindrive
Butterworth Park Launch
6 mindrive
Comstock Riverside Park Launch
11 mindrive
Grandville Launch
10 mindrive
Golf Courses
Short drive

Mines Golf Course

5 mindrive
Kent Country Club
13 mindrive
💪Gyms & Fitness
Quick drive

8th Day Gym

7 mindrive· 15 min bike
Planet Fitness
9 mindrive
The Loading Dock
9 mindrive
The Loading Dock
9 mindrive

+1 more

🚌Transit Stops
Short walk

Lane/Bridge (NB)

6 minwalk· 3 min bike· 3 min drive
Lane/Bridge (SB)
7 minwalk
Bridge/Valley (WB)
8 minwalk
Bridge/Barker (WB)
8 minwalk

+1 more

💊Pharmacies
Walkable

Walker Street Pharmacy

12 minwalk· 5 min bike· 4 min drive
Walgreens
8 minbike
Rite Aid
5 mindrive
Walgreens Pharmacy
8 mindrive
📚Libraries
Walkable

West Side Library

12 minwalk· 6 min bike· 4 min drive
West Leonard Library
7 minbike
Grand Rapids Public Library
10 mindrive
Van Belkum Branch
10 mindrive
🎬Movie Theaters
Quick drive

Celebration Cinema Studio Park

7 mindrive
Wealthy Theater
13 mindrive
AMC Grand Rapids 18
11 mindrive
Celebration! Cinema North
15 mindrive

Environment & Amenities

Flood Risk

73.42%

FEMA flood zone

Nearest Park

Nagold Park

0.1 mi

Parks Nearby

12

within 1 mile

Nearest Lake

Battjes Lake

3.0 mi

At a Glance

Median Home Price

$250K

2 sales/yr

Parcels / Units

49

Median Lot Size

4243 sq ft

2104 sq ft – 0.29 ac

Homeowner Rate

54.51%

Principal residence

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

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Data sources: schools · Updated 4/2/2026