Janes Add. — satellite view
Subdivision4.2 acres

Janes Add.

Solid value in a growing area

🏙️3 mito Downtown GR
🏞️29 mito Lake Michigan
💰Home Values

$295K median

  • 2 sales in past year
🚶Walkability
55

Somewhat walkable

  • Creston Trail: 4 min walk
  • 7 places within a 10 min walk
🎓Schools
48

Average schools

  • Grand Rapids Public Schools
  • 27 rated schools nearby
  • Best nearby: 8/10
🚴Bike path access

This quiet residential area offers spacious living with larger lot sizes averaging 0.16 acres, providing more room to spread out than typical urban neighborhoods. Located just minutes from downtown Grand Rapids, residents enjoy easy access to Riverside Park with its walking trails, playgrounds, and popular Food Truck Fridays during summer months. The peaceful cul-de-sacs create a family-friendly atmosphere while maintaining convenient access to nearby amenities including six restaurants within walking distance and grocery stores just over a mile away.

With moderate walkability scores and decent transit access, this area strikes a balance between suburban tranquility and urban convenience. Students attend Grand Rapids Public Schools, and outdoor enthusiasts can explore multiple parks within a mile or venture to Soft Water Lake for water activities. This location works well for families seeking more space and a quieter setting while staying connected to Grand Rapids' downtown energy and amenities.

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

At a Glance

Median Home Price

$322K

2 sales/yr

Parcels / Units

21

Median Lot Size

0.16 ac

0.13 ac – 0.25 ac

Homeowner Rate

54.51%

Principal residence

Walkability

5.5

Fair

Overall walkability score out of 10

🛒Daily Errands
5.0
🍽️Dining
5.8
🌳Nature
2.8
🚌Transit
6.5
💪Fitness
5.0

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

Nearby Locations

🛒Grocery Stores
Remote

Creston Market

19 minwalk
Rodriguez Supermarket
37 minwalk
Meijer
41 minwalk
Family Fare
47 minwalk

+1 more

🍽️Restaurants
Short walk

Mike's Wings

8 minwalk
Lucy's Cafe
15 minwalk
Cafe Mamo
17 minwalk
Gaia house cafe
17 minwalk

+1 more

Coffee Shops
Remote

Sweetwaters Coffee & Tea Monroe North

39 minwalk
Rowster Coffee
42 minwalk
Ferris Coffee & Nut Co.
44 minwalk
Roots Brew Shop
44 minwalk

+1 more

🍺Bars & Breweries
Walkable

Vinny's bar

14 minwalk
Quinn & Tuite's
18 minwalk
Rezervoir Lounge
19 minwalk
The Pubb Food & Spirits
22 minwalk

+1 more

🧑‍🌾Farmers Markets
Quick drive

Webster's Market Inc

9 mindrive· 19 min bike
Momma D's Kitchen
9 mindrive
The Arts Marketplace
10 mindrive
Rakowski Family Farm Market
11 mindrive
🌳Parks
Short walk

Briggs Park

9 minwalk· 5 min bike· 3 min drive
Riverside Park
9 minbike
Sweet Street Park
10 minbike
Aberdeen Park
6 mindrive

+1 more

🛝Playgrounds
Short walk

Briggs Park Playground

9 minwalk· 5 min bike· 2 min drive
Aberdeen Park Playground
11 minbike
Aberdeen Park Playground
5 mindrive
Aberdeen Park Playground
4 mindrive

+1 more

🏞️Lakes & Water
Quick drive

Lamberton Lake

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

Lamberton Lake Fen Nature Preserve Beach

11 mindrive
🥾Hiking Trails
Short drive

Riverside Park Drive Northwest

4 mindrive
Grand Rapids Riverwalk East
7 mindrive
Huff Park Short/Long Loop
7 mindrive
Riverside Park Drive Northwest
4 mindrive

+1 more

🐕Dog Parks
Quick drive

Downtown Westside Dog Park

9 mindrive
Richmond Hills Dog Park
10 mindrive
Covell Dog Park
11 mindrive
🚴Bike Paths
Easy walk

Creston Trail

4 minwalk· 3 min bike
Creston Trail
7 minwalk
Riverside Park Drive Northwest
9 minwalk
Creston Trail
10 minwalk

+1 more

Boat Launches
Short drive

Comstock Riverside Park Launch

2 mindrive
Butterworth Park Launch
11 mindrive
Golf Courses
Quick drive

Alpine Golf Club

14 mindrive
Kent Country Club
7 mindrive
Mines Golf Course
11 mindrive
Gracewil Country Club
12 mindrive

+1 more

💪Gyms & Fitness
Remote

The Loading Dock

19 minwalk
The Loading Dock
19 minwalk
Communitea Wellness
40 minwalk
Fitness 19
48 minwalk

+1 more

🚌Transit Stops
Walkable

Plainfield/Knapp (SB)

13 minwalk· 6 min bike· 2 min drive
Plainfield/Knapp (NB)
13 minwalk
Plainfield/Palmer (SB)
15 minwalk
Plainfield/Palmer (NB)
7 minbike

+1 more

💊Pharmacies
Bikeable

Kay Pharmacy

8 minbike· 18 min walk· 3 min drive
Walgreens
12 minbike
Walgreens
8 mindrive
Walgreens
10 mindrive
📚Libraries
Bikeable

Van Belkum Branch

8 minbike· 17 min walk· 4 min drive
West Leonard Library
10 mindrive
Grand Rapids Public Library
11 mindrive
West Side Library
10 mindrive

+1 more

👶Daycares
Quick drive

Kidz Clubhouse

10 mindrive
🎬Movie Theaters
Quick drive

AMC Grand Rapids 18

8 mindrive
Celebration Cinema Studio Park
9 mindrive
Wealthy Theater
14 mindrive
Celebration! Cinema North
13 mindrive

Nearby Schools

4.8
/10 avg
Average schools

Based on 27 rated schools nearby

Range: 1/10 to 8/10

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
6Union High SchoolHigh · 09-12 · 922 students · 20:1 · 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
4Aberdeen SchoolElementary · PK-08 · 234 students · 13:1 · 0.0 mi
2Riverside Middle SchoolMiddle · 06-08 · 248 students · 16:1 · 0.0 mi

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

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Data sources: schools · Updated 4/2/2026