
J. A. Giddings 5th Ave. Add.
Explore J. A. Giddings 5th Ave. Add. — a platted subdivision in Greater Grand Rapids.
“Walkable with great nature access”
Park-rich area
- 8 parks within 1 mile
- Hall Street trail: 5 min drive
- Hall Street trail: 5 min drive
Very walkable
- Fuller/Bates (SB): 7 min walk
- 17 places within a 10 min walk
$359K median
- 2 sales in past year
This compact 15-acre neighborhood sits in the heart of Eastown, where historic Tudor and craftsman homes from the 1920s line tree-shaded streets with generous lot sizes averaging just over one-tenth of an acre. The area offers exceptional urban convenience with excellent walkability scores, particularly for dining and transit. Residents enjoy easy access to 48 restaurants within walking distance, plus quick trips to nearby grocery stores and coffee shops just blocks away.
The location provides the perfect balance of city living and outdoor recreation, with Martin Luther King Jr. Park nearby and Fisk Lake less than a mile away for those seeking nature. Students attend Grand Rapids Public Schools, with some top-rated options in the district. This area works well for young professionals and families who value walkable urban living, historic home character, and proximity to East Grand Rapids and Ottawa Hills while maintaining an authentic neighborhood feel.
2 sold in the past 12 months — homes here go fast
Environment & Amenities
Flood Risk
None
Not in flood zone
Nearest Park
Martin Luther King Jr. Park
0.2 mi
Parks Nearby
8
within 1 mile
Nearest Lake
Fisk Lake
0.8 mi
Walkability
Good
Overall walkability score out of 10
Based on actual walk/bike/drive times to nearby amenities via Mapbox
Nearby Locations
Wealthy Market
+1 more
Kelvin and Co
+1 more
Brown Butter Creperie and Cafe
+1 more
Mulligan's Pub
+1 more
Fulton Street Farmers Market
+1 more
Martin Luther King Jr. Park
+1 more
Sigsbee Park Playground
+1 more
Fisk Lake
Hall Street trail
+1 more
Hillcrest Dog Park
Albert-Realtors Hall St. Sub. Area Trail
Butterworth Park Launch
Indian Trails Golf Course
The Funky Buddha Yoga Hothouse
Fuller/Bates (SB)
+1 more
CVS Pharmacy
Ottawa Hills Public Library
+1 more
Wealthy Theater
At a Glance
Median Home Price
$378K
2 sales/yr
Parcels / Units
98
Median Lot Size
0.11 ac
52 sq ft – 0.23 ac
Homeowner Rate
54.51%
Principal residence
2 sold in the past 12 months — homes here go fast
Nearby Subdivisions
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