Houseman'S Subdivision Vacated Portion of Houseman'S Fair Ground Addition — satellite view
Subdivision36590 sq ft

Houseman'S Subdivision Vacated Portion of Houseman'S Fair Ground Addition

Solid value in a growing area

🏙️2 mito Downtown GR
🏞️30 mito Lake Michigan
🌳Top 16% park access
💰Home Values

$216K median

🌲Nature & Outdoors

Park-rich area

  • 9 parks within 1 mile
  • Plaster Creek Trail: 5 min drive
  • Plaster Creek Trail: 6 min drive
🎓Schools
44

Average schools

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

This quiet Kent County area offers spacious living with properties averaging nearly ten times the typical lot size found elsewhere in the region. The generous acre-plus parcels provide plenty of room to spread out while staying connected to Grand Rapids amenities. With excellent transit access scoring a perfect 10/10, residents enjoy easy commutes despite the more rural feel.

The location strikes a nice balance between space and convenience, with half a dozen restaurants within walking distance and grocery shopping less than a mile away. Rasberry Field anchors the local park system, with nine green spaces nearby for outdoor activities. While coffee requires a short drive, the trade-off comes in the form of privacy and room to breathe. Students attend Grand Rapids Public Schools, with some excellent options in the district. This area works best for families seeking larger lots, pet owners wanting space to roam, and anyone who values privacy while maintaining reasonable access to city amenities.

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At a Glance

Est. Home Value

$216K

Based on assessor data

Parcels / Units

11

Median Lot Size

0.11 ac

0.11 ac – 0.35 ac

Homeowner Rate

54.51%

Principal residence

Environment & Amenities

Flood Risk

None

Not in flood zone

Nearest Park

Rasberry Field

0.3 mi

Parks Nearby

9

within 1 mile

Nearest Lake

Fisk Lake

2.3 mi

Nearby Schools

4.4
/10 avg
Average schools

Based on 49 rated schools nearby

Range: 1/10 to 9/10

School District: Grand Rapids Public Schools

8City MiddleHighHigh · 07-12 · 908 students · 23:1 · 0.0 mi
8Center for EconomicologyMiddle · 06-06 · 59 students · 22:1 · 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
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
2Campus ElementaryElementary · PK-05 · 266 students · 18:1 · 0.0 mi
2Alger Middle SchoolMiddle · 06-08 · 342 students · 20:1 · 0.0 mi
Data sources: schools · Updated 4/2/2026