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Subdivision3.0 acres

Heys West Norwalk

Walkable and connected

🏙️5 mito Downtown GR
🏞️33 mito Lake Michigan
🚶Walkability
60

Very walkable

  • Kalamazoo/Southampton (NB): 4 min walk
  • 5 places within a 10 min walk
💰Home Values

$546K median

🎓Schools
44

Average schools

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

This intimate 3-acre community in Kent County offers residents generous lot sizes averaging about a third of an acre, providing more space and privacy than typical urban neighborhoods. The area strikes a nice balance between suburban living and city convenience, with excellent transit access and solid walkability for daily needs. You'll find 14 restaurants within walking distance, plus grocery stores and coffee shops all within easy reach.

The location puts you close to Oxford Park for outdoor recreation, while Reeds Lake offers scenic waterfront activities just a short drive away. With 55% owner-occupied homes, there's a strong sense of community stability. The Grand Rapids Public Schools serve the area with varied options nearby. This neighborhood works particularly well for families seeking spacious lots with urban amenities, commuters who value transit access, and anyone who appreciates having dining and shopping conveniences within walking distance.

Walkability

6.0

Good

Overall walkability score out of 10

🛒Daily Errands
5.9
🍽️Dining
5.8
🌳Nature
2.3
🚌Transit
10.0
💪Fitness
6.5

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

Nearby Locations

🛒Grocery Stores
Walkable

Mediterranian Island International Foods

15 minwalk· 7 min bike· 3 min drive
Meijer
6 mindrive
Family Fare
8 mindrive
Horrocks Market
7 mindrive

+1 more

🍽️Restaurants
Walkable

Great White Fish Chicken

12 minwalk· 6 min bike· 3 min drive
Papa John's
14 minwalk
Pizza Hut
14 minwalk
Florentine Sports Lounge
15 minwalk

+1 more

Coffee Shops
Bikeable

Cone City

7 minbike· 16 min walk· 3 min drive
Tim Hortons
9 minbike
Cafe Boba
8 mindrive
🍺Bars & Breweries
Bikeable

The Pump House

7 minbike· 16 min walk· 3 min drive
The Brass Ring
9 mindrive
🧑‍🌾Farmers Markets
Quick drive

Momma D's Kitchen

8 mindrive· 19 min bike
Plaza Mexico
8 mindrive
Lee's Oriental Market
8 mindrive
🌳Parks
Bikeable

Bowen Station Park

10 minbike· 20 min walk· 5 min drive
Ken-O-Sha Park
7 mindrive
Rondo Station Park
7 mindrive
Oxford Park
6 mindrive

+1 more

🛝Playgrounds
Bikeable

Bowen Station Park Playground

10 minbike· 21 min walk· 5 min drive
Rondo Station Park Playground
7 mindrive
Rondo Station Park Playground
7 mindrive
🥾Hiking Trails
Quick drive

Ken-O-Sha Blue Loop

6 mindrive
Ken-O-Sha Red Loop
6 mindrive
Connector
6 mindrive
Ken-O-Sha South Loop
5 mindrive

+1 more

Golf Courses
Quick drive

Indian Trails Golf Course

12 mindrive
Kaufman Golf Course
15 mindrive
Stonewater Country Club
12 mindrive
💪Gyms & Fitness
Walkable

Blue's Gym

15 minwalk· 7 min bike· 3 min drive
Planet Fitness
9 mindrive
🚌Transit Stops
Easy walk

Kalamazoo/Southampton (NB)

4 minwalk· 3 min bike· 1 min drive
Kalamazoo/Southampton (SB)
4 minwalk
Kalamazoo/Belmar (NB)
5 minwalk
Kalamazoo/Belmar (SB)
5 minwalk

+1 more

💊Pharmacies
Bikeable

Zuah Pharmacy

7 minbike· 16 min walk· 5 min drive
Walgreens
7 mindrive
Walgreens
8 mindrive
Rite Aid
8 mindrive

+1 more

📚Libraries
Quick drive

Kentwood Library

8 mindrive
KDL Library - Kentwood
9 mindrive
Seymour Library
9 mindrive
👶Daycares
Short drive

My Little Munchkins Childcare Learning Center

5 mindrive· 24 min walk· 13 min bike
Kelloggsville Early Childhood Learning Center
12 mindrive
🎬Movie Theaters
Quick drive

Celebration Cinema South

10 mindrive
Celebration Cinema Studio Park
13 mindrive
Phoenix Theatres Woodland Mall
12 mindrive

At a Glance

Est. Home Value

$546K

Based on assessor data

Parcels / Units

6

Median Lot Size

0.29 ac

0.22 ac – 0.87 ac

Homeowner Rate

54.51%

Principal residence

Nearby Schools

4.4
/10 avg
Average schools

Based on 32 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
5Sherwood Global Studies AcademyElementary · PK-06 · 128 students · 12:1 · 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
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