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Subdivision8.9 acres

Highland Estates

Solid value in a growing area

🏙️3 mito Downtown GR
🏞️26 mito Lake Michigan
💰Home Values

$429K median

🚶Walkability
54

Somewhat walkable

  • Leonard/Maplegrove (WB): 3 min walk
  • 6 places within a 10 min walk
🎓Schools
47

Average schools

  • Grand Rapids Public Schools
  • 17 rated schools nearby
  • Best nearby: 8/10

This quiet residential area in Kent County offers spacious living with generous lot sizes averaging about a third of an acre across its 9-acre footprint. The community provides a suburban feel where just over half of residents own their homes, creating a stable neighborhood atmosphere.

Daily conveniences are easily accessible, with dining options nearby and grocery shopping within a reasonable distance. The excellent transit connectivity stands out as a major asset for commuters. For outdoor enthusiasts, Brian Dyk Nature Preserve and three other parks lie within a mile, while Lake Leota and multiple boat launches provide water recreation opportunities within the broader area. Students attend Grand Rapids Public Schools, with some highly-rated options in the vicinity.

This location appeals most to families and professionals seeking larger lots and suburban tranquility while maintaining reasonable access to urban amenities and excellent transportation options.

At a Glance

Est. Home Value

$429K

Based on assessor data

Parcels / Units

21

Median Lot Size

0.31 ac

0.27 ac – 0.66 ac

Homeowner Rate

54.51%

Principal residence

Walkability

5.4

Fair

Overall walkability score out of 10

🛒Daily Errands
4.2
🍽️Dining
6.5
🌳Nature
3.3
🚌Transit
10.0
💪Fitness
1.5

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

Nearby Locations

🛒Grocery Stores
Bikeable

Amp Electrician, AC & Furnace Repair

7 minbike· 20 min walk· 4 min drive
Rodriguez Supermarket
8 mindrive
Family Fare
8 mindrive
Bridge Street Market
9 mindrive
🍽️Restaurants
Easy walk

Sandy's Donuts

5 minwalk· 2 min bike· 2 min drive
DiPiazza's Pizzeria
8 minbike
Little Caesars
8 minbike
Burger King
9 minbike

+1 more

Coffee Shops
Bikeable

Biggby

11 minbike· 27 min walk· 6 min drive
Eden Cafe
7 mindrive
Starbucks
7 mindrive
🍺Bars & Breweries
Bikeable

River City Saloon

9 minbike· 25 min walk· 4 min drive
Play Station Pub
9 minbike
Kuzzin's Lounge
8 mindrive
The Holiday
6 mindrive

+1 more

🧑‍🌾Farmers Markets
Quick drive

Momma D's Kitchen

9 mindrive
Webster's Market Inc
10 mindrive
The Arts Marketplace
12 mindrive
Grand Rapids Downtown Market
12 mindrive
🌳Parks
Walkable

Brian Dyk Nature Preserve

10 minwalk· 4 min bike· 3 min drive
Tremont Greenspace
9 minbike
Covell Park
9 minbike
Shawmut Hills Park
12 minbike

+1 more

🛝Playgrounds
Walkable

Brian Dyk Nature Preserve Playground

11 minwalk· 6 min bike· 4 min drive
Brian Dyk Nature Preserve Playground
14 minwalk
Shawmut Park Playground
12 minbike
Sullivan Field Playground
5 mindrive

+1 more

🥾Hiking Trails
Quick drive

Grand Rapids Riverwalk East

11 mindrive
Grand Rapids Riverwalk East
12 mindrive
Grand Rapids Riverwalk East
11 mindrive
Grand Rapids Riverwalk West
9 mindrive

+1 more

🐕Dog Parks
Bikeable

Covell Dog Park

10 minbike· 26 min walk· 5 min drive
Richmond Hills Dog Park
11 minbike
Downtown Westside Dog Park
11 mindrive
🚴Bike Paths
Bikeable

Harrison Park Trail

15 minbike
Fred Meijer Pioneer Trail
15 minbike
Fred Meijer Pioneer Trail
15 minbike
Boat Launches
Quick drive

Johnson Park Launch

14 mindrive
Comstock Riverside Park Launch
13 mindrive
Butterworth Park Launch
9 mindrive
Grandville Launch
13 mindrive
Golf Courses
Quick drive

Mines Golf Course

6 mindrive
Gracewil Country Club
13 mindrive
Sand Creek Golf Club
15 mindrive
💪Gyms & Fitness
Quick drive

Planet Fitness

7 mindrive· 14 min bike
8th Day Gym
10 mindrive
Family Fitness
10 mindrive
🚌Transit Stops
Easy walk

Leonard/Maplegrove (WB)

3 minwalk· 2 min bike· 1 min drive
Leonard/Maplegrove (EB)
4 minwalk
Leonard/Covell (WB)
5 minwalk
Leonard/Covell (EB)
6 minwalk

+1 more

💊Pharmacies
Bikeable

Walker Street Pharmacy

11 minbike· 27 min walk· 4 min drive
Rite Aid
11 minbike
Walgreens
8 mindrive
📚Libraries
Bikeable

West Leonard Library

11 minbike· 29 min walk· 7 min drive
West Side Library
8 mindrive
KDL Walker Branch
8 mindrive
👶Daycares
Quick drive

Kenowa Hills Early Childhood Center

8 mindrive
🎬Movie Theaters
Quick drive

AMC Grand Rapids 18

12 mindrive
Celebration Cinema Studio Park
10 mindrive

Nearby Schools

4.7
/10 avg
Average schools

Based on 17 rated schools nearby

Range: 2/10 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