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Subdivision7.9 acres

J.T. Millers Add.

Surrounded by nature

🏙️2 mito Downtown GR
🏞️30 mito Lake Michigan
🌳Top 14% park access
🌲Nature & Outdoors

Park-rich area

  • 11 parks within 1 mile
  • Plaster Creek Trail: 6 min drive
  • Underground Trail (MTB): 7 min drive
💰Home Values

$149K median

🎓Schools
44

Average schools

  • Grand Rapids Public Schools
  • 46 rated schools nearby
  • Best nearby: 9/10

This 8-acre residential area offers spacious living with median lot sizes of 0.11 acres, providing residents with more room to spread out than typical urban neighborhoods. The location strikes a balance between suburban tranquility and city convenience, with Alexander Park nearby and 11 parks within walking distance for outdoor recreation. While the area has a quiet, residential feel with lower walkability scores, it offers excellent transit access and proximity to daily necessities, including a dozen restaurants within a mile and multiple grocery options within a short drive.

The community serves families in the Grand Rapids Public Schools district, with notable variation in school quality from top-rated options to more basic programs. With 55% owner-occupied homes and access to Fisk Lake just 1.7 miles away for water activities, the area appeals to those seeking a suburban lifestyle with outdoor recreation opportunities. This location works best for families who value space and quiet living while maintaining reasonable access to Grand Rapids amenities, and those who don't mind driving for daily errands in exchange for larger lots and a more residential atmosphere.

Environment & Amenities

Flood Risk

None

Not in flood zone

Nearest Park

Alexander Park

0.2 mi

Parks Nearby

11

within 1 mile

Nearest Lake

Fisk Lake

1.7 mi

At a Glance

Est. Home Value

$149K

Based on assessor data

Parcels / Units

46

Median Lot Size

0.11 ac

2701 sq ft – 0.27 ac

Homeowner Rate

54.51%

Principal residence

Nearby Schools

4.4
/10 avg
Average schools

Based on 46 rated schools nearby

Range: 1/10 to 9/10

School District: Grand Rapids Public Schools

8Center for EconomicologyMiddle · 06-06 · 59 students · 22:1 · 0.0 mi
8City MiddleHighHigh · 07-12 · 908 students · 23:1 · 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

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Data sources: schools · Updated 4/2/2026