J. De Bruine Sub. — satellite view
Subdivision2.8 acres

J. De Bruine Sub.

Solid value in a growing area

🏙️3 mito Downtown GR
🏞️28 mito Lake Michigan
💰Home Values

$435K median

🚶Walkability
52

Somewhat walkable

  • Papa John's: 4 min walk
  • 10 places within a 10 min walk
🎓Schools
45

Average schools

  • Kenowa Hills Public Schools
  • 21 rated schools nearby
  • Best nearby: 8/10

This compact 3-acre community in Kent County offers a unique blend of convenience and space, with generous lot sizes averaging 0.29 acres that provide residents room to breathe. The location strikes an excellent balance for commuters, with strong transit options and walkable access to daily necessities — you'll find 23 restaurants within walking distance and grocery stores just minutes away. The nearest restaurant sits practically next door at just over 300 feet.

While nature enthusiasts will need to venture a bit further for outdoor recreation, Soft Water Lake and boat launches are accessible within the broader area. Students attend Kenowa Hills Public Schools, with the top-rated nearby school earning strong marks. The community maintains a solid foundation of homeownership at 62%, creating stability in this quiet enclave.

This area works particularly well for commuters who value larger lots and easy access to urban conveniences, plus families seeking a balance between suburban space and walkable amenities.

At a Glance

Est. Home Value

$435K

Based on assessor data

Parcels / Units

30

Median Lot Size

0.29 ac

0.16 ac – 0.93 ac

Homeowner Rate

62.22%

Principal residence

Walkability

5.2

Fair

Overall walkability score out of 10

🛒Daily Errands
5.4
🍽️Dining
5.3
🌳Nature
3.0
🚌Transit
8.0
💪Fitness
0.0

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

Nearby Locations

🛒Grocery Stores
Short walk

Meijer

7 minwalk· 3 min bike· 4 min drive
Rodriguez Supermarket
7 mindrive
Amp Electrician, AC & Furnace Repair
7 mindrive
Walmart Supercenter
8 mindrive

+1 more

🍽️Restaurants
Easy walk

Papa John's

4 minwalk· 2 min bike· 2 min drive
Arby's
6 minwalk
Long John Silver's
6 minwalk
Fazoli's
6 minwalk

+1 more

Coffee Shops
Quick drive

Eternam Coffee

7 mindrive· 19 min bike
Roots Brew Shop
8 mindrive
Starbucks
7 mindrive
Sweetwaters Coffee & Tea Monroe North
7 mindrive
🍺Bars & Breweries
Bikeable

The Pubb Food & Spirits

11 minbike· 6 min drive
Saint Georges Hall
8 mindrive
Kuzzin's Lounge
7 mindrive
Point Bar
10 minbike

+1 more

🧑‍🌾Farmers Markets
Quick drive

Momma D's Kitchen

10 mindrive
Webster's Market Inc
8 mindrive
The Arts Marketplace
9 mindrive
Grand Rapids Downtown Market
9 mindrive

+1 more

🌳Parks
Bikeable

Alpine Estates Park

11 minbike· 28 min walk· 5 min drive
Richmond Park
8 mindrive
English Hills Park
7 mindrive
Riverside Park
8 mindrive

+1 more

🛝Playgrounds
Bikeable

Alpine Estates Park Playground

10 minbike· 27 min walk· 5 min drive
Richmond Park Playground
11 minbike
Richmond Park Playground
11 minbike
Harrison Park Playground
12 minbike
🏞️Lakes & Water
Quick drive

Lamberton Lake

10 mindrive
Soft Water Lake
10 mindrive
Emerald Lake
11 mindrive
Perch Lake
14 mindrive
🏖️Beaches
Quick drive

Lamberton Lake Fen Nature Preserve Beach

10 mindrive
🥾Hiking Trails
Quick drive

Riverside Park Drive Northwest

6 mindrive
Grand Rapids Riverwalk East
9 mindrive
Grand Rapids Riverwalk West
8 mindrive
Riverside Park Drive Northwest
8 mindrive

+1 more

🐕Dog Parks
Quick drive

Richmond Hills Dog Park

9 mindrive· 18 min bike
Downtown Westside Dog Park
9 mindrive
Covell Dog Park
10 mindrive
Hillcrest Dog Park
12 mindrive
🚴Bike Paths
Walkable

Fred Meijer Pioneer Trail

11 minwalk· 4 min bike
Fred Meijer Pioneer Trail
7 minbike
Boat Launches
Quick drive

Comstock Riverside Park Launch

8 mindrive
Butterworth Park Launch
11 mindrive
Golf Courses
Quick drive

Alpine Golf Club

12 mindrive
Kent Country Club
11 mindrive
Gracewil Country Club
11 mindrive
Mines Golf Course
10 mindrive

+1 more

💪Gyms & Fitness
Quick drive

The Loading Dock

7 mindrive· 17 min bike
The Loading Dock
7 mindrive
Communitea Wellness
9 mindrive
REVfit
9 mindrive
🚌Transit Stops
Short walk

Alpine/Hillside - Meijer (NB)

6 minwalk· 3 min bike· 2 min drive
Alpine/Hillside - Meijer (SB)
6 minwalk
Alpine/Ferris (NB)
8 minwalk
Alpine/Ferris (SB)
8 minwalk

+1 more

💊Pharmacies
Bikeable

Walgreens

12 minbike· 8 min drive
Walgreens
7 mindrive
Kay Pharmacy
9 mindrive
📚Libraries
Quick drive

West Leonard Library

9 mindrive· 14 min bike
KDL Comstock Park
7 mindrive
Van Belkum Branch
8 mindrive
West Side Library
9 mindrive

+1 more

👶Daycares
Quick drive

Kidz Clubhouse

10 mindrive
🎬Movie Theaters
Quick drive

AMC Grand Rapids 18

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

Nearby Schools

4.5
/10 avg
Average schools

Based on 21 rated schools nearby

Range: 2/10 to 8/10

School District: Kenowa Hills Public Schools

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