J. Aldrich Smiths Sub. — satellite view
Subdivision6.0 acres

J. Aldrich Smiths Sub.

Urban energy, solid value

🏙️2 mito Downtown GR
🏞️28 mito Lake Michigan
🚶Walkability
71

Very walkable

  • Alpine/Myrtle (SB): 2 min walk
  • 16 places within a 10 min walk
💰Home Values

$226K median

  • 2 sales in past year
🌲Nature & Outdoors

Park-rich area

  • 5 parks within 1 mile
  • Grand Rapids Riverwalk West: 7 min drive
  • Harrison Park Trail: 8 min walk
🛝Walk to a playground
🧑‍🌾Farmers market nearby

This compact 6-acre pocket on Grand Rapids' West Side offers the perfect blend of urban convenience and residential tranquility. With generous lot sizes averaging 0.12 acres, residents enjoy more space than typical city living while staying connected to everything they need. The area excels in walkability, particularly for daily errands and dining, with 14 restaurants within walking distance and grocery stores just steps away. Public transit access is exceptional, making downtown commutes effortless.

The homes here showcase classic Grand Rapids character with original hardwood floors and thoughtful layouts, from cozy three-season porches to spacious four-bedroom family homes. While Harrison Park and four other parks provide nearby green space, the real draw is the neighborhood's livability – you can walk to dinner, grab groceries, and still enjoy a quiet residential street. Students attend Grand Rapids Public Schools, with the best nearby option rating highly. This area works beautifully for urban professionals, small families, and anyone who values walkable convenience without sacrificing space.

2 sold in the past 12 months — homes here go fast

Walkability

7.1

Good

Overall walkability score out of 10

🛒Daily Errands
8.0
🍽️Dining
7.1
🌳Nature
4.0
🚌Transit
10.0
💪Fitness
3.0

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

Nearby Locations

🛒Grocery Stores
Short walk

Rodriguez Supermarket

8 minwalk· 4 min bike· 2 min drive
Amp Electrician, AC & Furnace Repair
8 minbike
Bridge Street Market
11 minbike
Meijer
12 minbike

+1 more

🍽️Restaurants
Short walk

Arnie's

7 minwalk· 3 min bike· 3 min drive
New Beginnings
9 minwalk
New Great Wall Buffet
9 minwalk
McDonald's
10 minwalk

+1 more

Coffee Shops
Bikeable

Ferris Coffee & Nut Co.

7 minbike· 19 min walk· 5 min drive
Roots Brew Shop
7 minbike
Eden Cafe
12 minbike
Sweetwaters Coffee & Tea Monroe North
7 mindrive
🍺Bars & Breweries
Short walk

Kuzzin's Lounge

6 minwalk· 3 min bike· 2 min drive
Play Station Pub
11 minwalk
Saint Georges Hall
11 minwalk
River City Saloon
11 minwalk

+1 more

🧑‍🌾Farmers Markets
Bikeable

Momma D's Kitchen

11 minbike· 26 min walk· 6 min drive
Webster's Market Inc
8 mindrive
The Arts Marketplace
9 mindrive
Grand Rapids Downtown Market
9 mindrive

+1 more

🌳Parks
Short walk

Harrison Park

8 minwalk· 4 min bike· 3 min drive
Richmond Park
8 minbike
Nagold Park
10 minbike
Sullivan Field
10 minbike

+1 more

🛝Playgrounds
Short walk

Harrison Park Playground

5 minwalk· 3 min bike· 3 min drive
Richmond Park Playground
13 minwalk
Richmond Park Playground
13 minwalk
Sullivan Field Playground
12 minbike

+1 more

🏞️Lakes & Water
Quick drive

Soft Water Lake

13 mindrive
Lamberton Lake
13 mindrive
Emerald Lake
14 mindrive
🏖️Beaches
Quick drive

Lamberton Lake Fen Nature Preserve Beach

13 mindrive
🥾Hiking Trails
Quick drive

Grand Rapids Riverwalk East

8 mindrive
Grand Rapids Riverwalk West
7 mindrive
Grand Rapids Riverwalk East
9 mindrive
Grand Rapids Riverwalk East
9 mindrive

+1 more

🐕Dog Parks
Bikeable

Richmond Hills Dog Park

10 minbike· 28 min walk· 6 min drive
Downtown Westside Dog Park
9 mindrive
Covell Dog Park
9 mindrive
Hillcrest Dog Park
12 mindrive
🚴Bike Paths
Short walk

Harrison Park Trail

8 minwalk· 3 min bike
West Grand Trail
13 minwalk
West Grand Trail
14 minwalk
West Grand Trail
14 minwalk

+1 more

Boat Launches
Quick drive

Comstock Riverside Park Launch

8 mindrive
Butterworth Park Launch
10 mindrive
Grandville Launch
15 mindrive
Golf Courses
Quick drive

Kent Country Club

11 mindrive
Mines Golf Course
10 mindrive
Gracewil Country Club
14 mindrive
💪Gyms & Fitness
Bikeable

The Loading Dock

11 minbike· 28 min walk· 7 min drive
The Loading Dock
11 minbike
Communitea Wellness
9 mindrive
8th Day Gym
7 mindrive

+1 more

🚌Transit Stops
Easy walk

Alpine/Myrtle (SB)

2 minwalk· 1 min bike· 1 min drive
Alpine/Myrtle (NB)
3 minwalk
Alpine/Leonard (NB)
5 minwalk
Leonard/Alpine (WB)
5 minwalk

+1 more

💊Pharmacies
Short walk

Walgreens

6 minwalk· 3 min bike· 3 min drive
Walker Street Pharmacy
7 minbike
Rite Aid
9 mindrive
Kay Pharmacy
9 mindrive
📚Libraries
Short walk

West Leonard Library

7 minwalk· 3 min bike· 4 min drive
West Side Library
12 minbike
Van Belkum Branch
8 mindrive
Grand Rapids Public Library
11 mindrive

+1 more

👶Daycares
Quick drive

Kidz Clubhouse

12 mindrive
🎬Movie Theaters
Quick drive

AMC Grand Rapids 18

9 mindrive
Celebration Cinema Studio Park
8 mindrive
Wealthy Theater
13 mindrive

At a Glance

Median Home Price

$261K

2 sales/yr

Parcels / Units

43

Median Lot Size

0.12 ac

0.12 ac – 0.18 ac

Homeowner Rate

54.51%

Principal residence

Environment & Amenities

Flood Risk

100%

FEMA flood zone

Nearest Park

Harrison Park

0.2 mi

Parks Nearby

5

within 1 mile

Nearest Lake

Soft Water Lake

3.5 mi

2 sold in the past 12 months — homes here go fast

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Data sources: schools, census · Updated 4/2/2026