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Subdivision13.4 acres

Gelock & Van Brees Add

Urban energy, solid value

🏙️2 mito Downtown GR
🏞️28 mito Lake Michigan
🚶Walkability
75

Very walkable

  • Leonard/Fremont (EB): 1 min walk
  • 14 places within a 10 min walk
💰Home Values

$245K median

  • 2 sales in past year
🎓Schools
46

Average schools

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

This compact 13-acre neighborhood in Kent County offers impressive urban convenience with excellent walkability and outstanding transit access. Residents enjoy 22 restaurants within walking distance and multiple grocery stores just minutes away, making daily errands effortless. The area features modest lot sizes averaging about one-tenth of an acre, creating a close-knit community feel where just over half the homes are owner-occupied.

With Harrison Park nearby and six parks within a mile, outdoor recreation is readily accessible despite the urban setting. Students attend Grand Rapids Public Schools, with some highly-rated options in the district. The neighborhood appeals to buyers seeking move-in ready homes with modern updates in a walkable location. This area works best for urban professionals, small families, and anyone who values convenience over space, particularly those who prefer walking or using public transit for daily activities.

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

Walkability

7.5

Good

Overall walkability score out of 10

🛒Daily Errands
8.8
🍽️Dining
8.5
🌳Nature
3.0
🚌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

7 minwalk· 3 min bike· 2 min drive
Bridge Street Market
10 minbike
Amp Electrician, AC & Furnace Repair
10 minbike
Creston Market
7 mindrive

+1 more

🍽️Restaurants
Easy walk

Arnie's

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

+1 more

Coffee Shops
Bikeable

Ferris Coffee & Nut Co.

6 minbike· 15 min walk· 5 min drive
Roots Brew Shop
6 minbike
Starbucks
8 mindrive
Sweetwaters Coffee & Tea Monroe North
7 mindrive
🍺Bars & Breweries
Easy walk

Kuzzin's Lounge

5 minwalk· 3 min bike· 2 min drive
River City Saloon
8 minwalk
Play Station Pub
8 minwalk
The Mitten Brewing Company
10 minwalk

+1 more

🧑‍🌾Farmers Markets
Bikeable

Momma D's Kitchen

10 minbike· 22 min walk· 6 min drive
Webster's Market Inc
8 mindrive
The Arts Marketplace
9 mindrive
Grand Rapids Downtown Market
9 mindrive

+1 more

🌳Parks
Walkable

Harrison Park

14 minwalk· 6 min bike· 5 min drive
Nagold Park
15 minwalk
Sullivan Field
9 minbike
Richmond Park
10 minbike

+1 more

🛝Playgrounds
Walkable

Harrison Park Playground

11 minwalk· 6 min bike· 5 min drive
Richmond Park Playground
7 minbike
Richmond Park Playground
7 minbike
Sullivan Field Playground
10 minbike

+1 more

🏞️Lakes & Water
Quick drive

Soft Water Lake

13 mindrive
Battjes Lake
15 mindrive
Lamberton Lake
13 mindrive
🏖️Beaches
Quick drive

Lamberton Lake Fen Nature Preserve Beach

13 mindrive
🥾Hiking Trails
Quick drive

Grand Rapids Riverwalk West

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

+1 more

🐕Dog Parks
Bikeable

Downtown Westside Dog Park

12 minbike· 27 min walk· 8 min drive
Richmond Hills Dog Park
7 mindrive
Covell Dog Park
7 mindrive
Hillcrest Dog Park
11 mindrive
🚴Bike Paths
Walkable

Harrison Park Trail

11 minwalk· 5 min bike
West Grand Trail
14 minwalk
West Grand Trail
15 minwalk
West Grand Trail
7 minbike

+1 more

Boat Launches
Quick drive

Comstock Riverside Park Launch

9 mindrive
Butterworth Park Launch
10 mindrive
Grandville Launch
15 mindrive
Golf Courses
Quick drive

Kent Country Club

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

The Loading Dock

10 minbike· 26 min walk· 6 min drive
The Loading Dock
10 minbike
Communitea Wellness
8 mindrive
8th Day Gym
7 mindrive

+1 more

🚌Transit Stops
Easy walk

Leonard/Fremont (EB)

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

+1 more

💊Pharmacies
Easy walk

Walgreens

2 minwalk· 1 min bike· 1 min drive
Walker Street Pharmacy
11 minwalk
Rite Aid
7 mindrive
Kay Pharmacy
10 mindrive

+1 more

📚Libraries
Easy walk

West Leonard Library

5 minwalk· 3 min bike· 3 min drive
West Side Library
9 minbike
Van Belkum Branch
7 mindrive
Grand Rapids Public Library
10 mindrive
👶Daycares
Quick drive

Kenowa Hills Early Childhood Center

10 mindrive
🎬Movie Theaters
Quick drive

Celebration Cinema Studio Park

7 mindrive
AMC Grand Rapids 18
10 mindrive
Wealthy Theater
13 mindrive

At a Glance

Median Home Price

$276K

2 sales/yr

Parcels / Units

48

Median Lot Size

0.11 ac

1250 sq ft – 0.68 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

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

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Data sources: schools · Updated 4/2/2026