John Ball Park
Surrounded by nature
12 homes for sale·Median $288K·Walkability 5.5/10·Schools 4.4/10
You'll find yourself in one of Grand Rapids' most underrated pockets here, where tree-lined streets meet genuine neighborhood character just minutes from downtown. This isn't the flashiest part of the city, but that's exactly what draws people who want authentic West Side living without the crowds. With 594 restaurants within a mile and everything from Rise Coffee Shop to the John Ball Zoo practically at your doorstep, you get that perfect balance of residential quiet and urban convenience.
Why people love it here
Near the water
- Millennium Park Lake — 1.2 mi
- 45 parks within 1 mile
- John Ball Park: 5 min walk
- Picnic Area: 5 min walk
$288K median
- 118 sales in last 12mo
Walkable for daily errands
- John Ball south playground: 4 min walk
- 16 places within a 10 min walk
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Median home price in John Ball Park
Estimated Monthly Payment
$1,958/mo
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118 homes sold in John Ball Park this year. Thinking of selling?
See what your home is worthFlood Risk
None
Not in flood zone
Nearest Park
Picnic Area
0.2 mi
Parks Nearby
45
within 1 mile
Nearest Lake
Millennium Park Lake
1.2 mi
Walkability
Fair
Overall walkability score out of 10
Based on actual walk/bike/drive times to nearby amenities via Mapbox
Frequently asked about John Ball Park
- What do homes cost in John Ball Park?
- The median home value in John Ball Park is about $288,450. Individual prices vary by street, size, and condition.
- How active is the John Ball Park housing market?
- there are 12 homes for sale in John Ball Park right now, and 118 homes sold here in the last 12 months. Listings refresh throughout the day from the MichRIC MLS.
- What schools serve John Ball Park?
- John Ball Park is served by Grand Rapids Public Schools. Its highest-rated assigned school is City MiddleHigh (8/10).
- Is John Ball Park walkable?
- John Ball Park scores 5.5/10 for walkability — a measure of walking, biking, and driving access to groceries, dining, parks, schools, and transit.
