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Howard Sub

Surrounded by nature

🏙️28 mito Downtown GR
🏞️4 mito Lake Michigan
🌲Nature & Outdoors

Nature access

  • 1 park within 1 mile
  • Spring Lake: 10 min bike
  • 168th Avenue & West Spring Lake Road Area Trail: 7 min walk
🎓Schools
75

Above average schools

  • Spring Lake Public Schools
  • 4 rated schools nearby
  • Best nearby: 9/10
💰Home Values

$562K median

This quiet residential area in Kent County offers spacious living with generous lot sizes averaging nearly half an acre, providing plenty of room for families to spread out and enjoy outdoor space. The community maintains a peaceful, suburban atmosphere with strong homeownership rates and well-maintained properties throughout the neighborhood.

While the area prioritizes tranquility over walkability, residents appreciate the proximity to Spring Lake just over a mile away, perfect for boating, fishing, and waterfront recreation. Rycenga Park provides local green space for outdoor activities. Students attend Spring Lake Public Schools, known for their solid academic performance. The location offers easy access to both Grand Rapids amenities and the lakeshore communities along Lake Michigan.

This area works best for families seeking larger lots, peaceful surroundings, and a more rural feel while maintaining reasonable access to urban conveniences and excellent lake recreation opportunities.

Nearby Schools

7.5
/10 avg
Above average schools

Based on 4 rated schools nearby

Range: 6/10 to 9/10

School District: Spring Lake Public Schools

9Holmes Elementary SchoolElementary · PK-04 · 419 students · 14:1 · 3.0 mi
7Spring Lake Intermediate SchoolMiddle · 05-09 · 347 students · 17:1 · 3.1 mi

Environment & Amenities

Nearest Park

Rycenga Park

0.3 mi

Parks Nearby

1

within 1 mile

Nearest Lake

Spring Lake

1.2 mi

At a Glance

Est. Home Value

$562K

Based on assessor data

Parcels / Units

3

Median Lot Size

0.48 ac

0.48 ac – 0.48 ac

Homeowner Rate

66.7%

Principal residence

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Data sources: schools · Updated 4/2/2026