
J. W. Browns Sub.
Explore J. W. Browns Sub. — a platted subdivision in Greater Grand Rapids.
“Urban energy, solid value”
Very walkable
- Creston Market: 2 min walk
- 13 places within a 10 min walk
$207K median
Average schools
- Grand Rapids Public Schools
- 33 rated schools nearby
- Best nearby: 8/10
This compact 11-acre community in Kent County offers an excellent balance of urban convenience and residential comfort. With impressive walkability scores, residents enjoy easy access to nearby amenities including 13 restaurants within walking distance and exceptional transit connectivity. The neighborhood features modest lot sizes averaging 0.11 acres, creating a close-knit feel while maintaining good owner-occupancy rates.
The location excels in daily convenience with grocery shopping literally at your doorstep and Mary Waters Park providing green space nearby. Families benefit from access to Grand Rapids Public Schools, with some highly-rated options in the area. Fitness enthusiasts will appreciate the perfect fitness walkability score, while the strong transit access makes commuting throughout the Grand Rapids area effortless. This neighborhood works particularly well for urban professionals, first-time homebuyers, and anyone seeking convenience-focused living with good connectivity to the broader metro area.
Walkability
Good
Overall walkability score out of 10
Based on actual walk/bike/drive times to nearby amenities via Mapbox
Nearby Locations
Creston Market
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Gaia house cafe
+1 more
Sweetwaters Coffee & Tea Monroe North
+1 more
Rezervoir Lounge
+1 more
Webster's Market Inc
+1 more
Sweet Street Park
+1 more
Mary Waters Park Playground
+1 more
Lamberton Lake
Lamberton Lake Fen Nature Preserve Beach
Grand Rapids Riverwalk West
+1 more
Downtown Westside Dog Park
Creston Trail
+1 more
Johnson Park Launch
Kent Country Club
The Loading Dock
+1 more
Plainfield/Coit (SB)
+1 more
Kay Pharmacy
Van Belkum Branch
+1 more
Kidz Clubhouse
Celebration! Cinema North
At a Glance
Est. Home Value
$207K
Based on assessor data
Parcels / Units
64
Median Lot Size
0.11 ac
1795 sq ft – 0.41 ac
Homeowner Rate
54.51%
Principal residence
Nearby Schools
Based on 33 rated schools nearby
Range: 1/10 to 8/10
School District: Grand Rapids Public Schools
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