Gelock & Van Brees 2nd Add. — satellite view
Subdivision6.7 acres

Gelock & Van Brees 2nd Add.

Urban energy, solid value

🏙️2 mito Downtown GR
🏞️28 mito Lake Michigan
🚶Walkability
73

Very walkable

  • Leonard/Fremont (EB): 2 min walk
  • 15 places within a 10 min walk
💰Home Values

$230K median

🎓Schools
46

Average schools

  • Grand Rapids Public Schools
  • 34 rated schools nearby
  • Best nearby: 8/10
🧑‍🌾Farmers market nearby

This compact west side neighborhood spans just 7 acres but delivers exceptional convenience for daily living. With outstanding walkability scores, residents enjoy easy access to 26 restaurants within walking distance, plus grocery stores and coffee shops all within a few blocks. The area excels in public transit connectivity and daily errands, making car-free living highly feasible.

Homes typically sit on smaller lots averaging 0.11 acres, creating a cozy residential feel with a good mix of owner-occupied properties. Harrison Park provides nearby green space, and the location offers quick access to downtown Grand Rapids while maintaining a residential neighborhood atmosphere. Students attend Grand Rapids Public Schools, with some highly-rated options in the district. This area works exceptionally well for urban professionals, transit users, and anyone who values walkable convenience over suburban space.

Walkability

7.3

Good

Overall walkability score out of 10

🛒Daily Errands
8.8
🍽️Dining
7.6
🌳Nature
2.5
🚌Transit
10.0
💪Fitness
3.0

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

Nearby Locations

🛒Grocery Stores
Short walk

Rodriguez Supermarket

8 minwalk· 4 min bike· 3 min drive
Bridge Street Market
9 minbike
Amp Electrician, AC & Furnace Repair
10 minbike
Creston Market
8 mindrive

+1 more

🍽️Restaurants
Short walk

Arnie's

6 minwalk· 3 min bike· 3 min drive
New Great Wall Buffet
6 minwalk
McDonald's
8 minwalk
Dairy Queen
10 minwalk

+1 more

Coffee Shops
Walkable

Ferris Coffee & Nut Co.

14 minwalk· 5 min bike· 5 min drive
Roots Brew Shop
15 minwalk
Eden Cafe
8 minbike
Starbucks
11 minbike

+1 more

🍺Bars & Breweries
Short walk

Kuzzin's Lounge

6 minwalk· 3 min bike· 2 min drive
River City Saloon
9 minwalk
Play Station Pub
9 minwalk
The Mitten Brewing Company
12 minwalk

+1 more

🧑‍🌾Farmers Markets
Bikeable

Momma D's Kitchen

9 minbike· 20 min walk· 5 min drive
Webster's Market Inc
8 mindrive
The Arts Marketplace
9 mindrive
Grand Rapids Downtown Market
9 mindrive

+1 more

🌳Parks
Walkable

Nagold Park

14 minwalk· 7 min bike· 5 min drive
Harrison Park
15 minwalk
Sullivan Field
8 minbike
Valley Field
9 minbike

+1 more

🛝Playgrounds
Walkable

Harrison Park Playground

12 minwalk· 5 min bike· 5 min drive
Sullivan Field Playground
9 minbike
Canal Street Park Playground
11 minbike
🏞️Lakes & Water
Quick drive

Soft Water Lake

13 mindrive
Lamberton Lake
14 mindrive
🏖️Beaches
Quick drive

Lamberton Lake Fen Nature Preserve Beach

14 mindrive
🥾Hiking Trails
Quick drive

Grand Rapids Riverwalk West

6 mindrive
Grand Rapids Riverwalk East
7 mindrive
Grand Rapids Riverwalk East
9 mindrive
Grand Rapids Riverwalk East
8 mindrive

+1 more

🐕Dog Parks
Bikeable

Downtown Westside Dog Park

11 minbike· 26 min walk· 7 min drive
Richmond Hills Dog Park
12 minbike
Covell Dog Park
7 mindrive
Hillcrest Dog Park
12 mindrive
🚴Bike Paths
Walkable

Harrison Park Trail

12 minwalk· 5 min bike
Canal Street Park Trail
15 minwalk
West Grand Trail
15 minwalk
West Grand Trail
7 minbike

+1 more

Boat Launches
Quick drive

Johnson Park Launch

15 mindrive
Comstock Riverside Park Launch
10 mindrive
Butterworth Park Launch
10 mindrive
Grandville Launch
14 mindrive
Golf Courses
Quick drive

Kent Country Club

11 mindrive
Mines Golf Course
8 mindrive
Gracewil Country Club
15 mindrive
💪Gyms & Fitness
Bikeable

The Loading Dock

10 minbike· 28 min walk· 7 min drive
The Loading Dock
10 minbike
Communitea Wellness
9 mindrive
8th Day Gym
7 mindrive

+1 more

🚌Transit Stops
Easy walk

Leonard/Fremont (EB)

2 minwalk· 1 min bike· 1 min drive
Leonard/Fremont (WB)
3 minwalk
Leonard/Alpine (WB)
4 minwalk
Leonard/Alpine (EB)
4 minwalk

+1 more

💊Pharmacies
Easy walk

Walgreens

3 minwalk· 2 min bike· 2 min drive
Walker Street Pharmacy
10 minwalk
Rite Aid
8 mindrive
Walgreens Pharmacy
9 mindrive
📚Libraries
Short walk

West Leonard Library

6 minwalk· 2 min bike· 3 min drive
West Side Library
8 minbike
Van Belkum Branch
8 mindrive
Grand Rapids Public Library
11 mindrive
👶Daycares
Quick drive

Kenowa Hills Early Childhood Center

11 mindrive
🎬Movie Theaters
Quick drive

AMC Grand Rapids 18

11 mindrive
Wealthy Theater
13 mindrive
Celebration Cinema Studio Park
8 mindrive

At a Glance

Median Home Price

$290K

Based on recent sales

Parcels / Units

35

Median Lot Size

0.11 ac

1721 sq ft – 0.11 ac

Homeowner Rate

54.51%

Principal residence

Nearby Schools

4.6
/10 avg
Average schools

Based on 34 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
3Harrison Park AcademyElementary · PK-08 · 639 students · 19:1 · 0.0 mi
2Westwood Middle SchoolMiddle · 06-08 · 189 students · 14:1 · 0.0 mi

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Data sources: schools · Updated 4/2/2026