
H.E. Thompson Add.
Explore H.E. Thompson Add. — a platted subdivision in Greater Grand Rapids.
“Solid value in a growing area”
$178K median
Somewhat walkable
- Madison/Griggs (SB): 5 min walk
- 9 places within a 10 min walk
Average schools
- Grand Rapids Public Schools
- 51 rated schools nearby
- Best nearby: 9/10
This compact 10-acre area in Kent County offers an interesting blend of urban convenience and residential comfort. With modest lot sizes averaging 0.11 acres and a strong owner-occupied rate of 55%, the community maintains a stable, neighborhood feel. Residents enjoy excellent transit access with a perfect 10/10 rating, making commuting throughout Grand Rapids seamless.
Daily needs are easily met with grocery stores just 266 meters away and several dining options within walking distance. Garfield Park provides the closest green space, with seven parks total within a mile for outdoor recreation. Students attend Grand Rapids Public Schools, with significant variation in school quality across nearby options. The area works particularly well for commuters who value transit access and urban convenience, as well as first-time homebuyers seeking an established neighborhood with manageable property sizes.
At a Glance
Est. Home Value
$178K
Based on assessor data
Parcels / Units
44
Median Lot Size
0.11 ac
2426 sq ft – 0.17 ac
Homeowner Rate
54.51%
Principal residence
Walkability
Fair
Overall walkability score out of 10
Based on actual walk/bike/drive times to nearby amenities via Mapbox
Nearby Locations
El Especial Supermarket & Bakery
Los Dos Amigos Mexican Restaurant
+1 more
Sip Coffee and Cocktails
Log Cabin
+1 more
Lee's Oriental Market
Dickinson Buffer Park
+1 more
Dickinson Buffer Park Playground
Battjes Lake
Plaster Creek Trail
+1 more
Wyoming Dog Park Dog Park
Plaster Creek Trail
+1 more
Butterworth Park Launch
Indian Trails Golf Course
Planet Fitness
Madison/Griggs (SB)
+1 more
Walgreens
Madison Square Library
Kelloggsville Early Childhood Learning Center
Wealthy Theater
Nearby Schools
Based on 51 rated schools nearby
Range: 1/10 to 9/10
School District: Grand Rapids Public Schools
Nearby Subdivisions
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