John Ball Park Plat — satellite view
Subdivision9.4 acres

John Ball Park Plat

Solid value in a growing area

🏙️2 mito Downtown GR
🏞️28 mito Lake Michigan
🌳Top 10% park access
💰Home Values

$285K median

  • 4 sales in past year
🚶Walkability
55

Somewhat walkable

  • John Ball Zoo Station (EB): 3 min walk
  • 17 places within a 10 min walk
🌲Nature & Outdoors

Park-rich area

  • 14 parks within 1 mile
  • Sibley Tunnel: 2 min drive
  • Grand Rapids Riverwalk West: 5 min drive
🛝Walk to a playground
🧑‍🌾Farmers market nearby

This compact 9-acre neighborhood sits on Grand Rapids' beloved West Side, where early 1900s homes showcase original oak details and classic architectural character. The area offers an interesting walkability mix—while daily errands require a car, residents enjoy excellent dining options with 16 restaurants within walking distance and outstanding transit access.

Located steps from John Ball Park and the zoo, with downtown Grand Rapids just minutes away, this community appeals to those who appreciate historic home features like coffered ceilings, original trim work, and spacious room layouts. The smaller lot sizes around 0.11 acres create a cozy neighborhood feel, while proximity to parks and urban amenities provides plenty of recreational options. Students attend Grand Rapids Public Schools, with some highly-rated options nearby. This area works well for buyers seeking historic character, walkable dining, and easy access to both nature and city life.

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

At a Glance

Median Home Price

$313K

4 sales/yr

Parcels / Units

42

Median Lot Size

0.11 ac

2587 sq ft – 0.22 ac

Homeowner Rate

54.51%

Principal residence

Walkability

5.5

Fair

Overall walkability score out of 10

🛒Daily Errands
3.0
🍽️Dining
7.6
🌳Nature
4.0
🚌Transit
10.0
💪Fitness
1.5

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

Nearby Locations

🛒Grocery Stores
Bikeable

Bridge Street Market

10 minbike· 25 min walk· 5 min drive
Rodriguez Supermarket
8 mindrive
Family Fare
6 mindrive
Amp Electrician, AC & Furnace Repair
8 mindrive

+1 more

🍽️Restaurants
Short walk

McDonald's

7 minwalk· 3 min bike· 2 min drive
Subway
7 minwalk
Little Caesars
7 minbike
Adobé In & Out
8 minbike
Coffee Shops
Walkable

Tim Hortons

12 minwalk· 6 min bike· 3 min drive
Eden Cafe
13 minwalk
The Bitter End Coffeehouse
15 minwalk
The Rower's Club
8 minbike

+1 more

🍺Bars & Breweries
Short walk

Putt Putt's Bar & Grille

6 minwalk· 3 min bike· 2 min drive
Joey's Tavern
7 minwalk
Tip Top Deluxe Bar & Grill
8 minbike
Küsterer Brauhaus
9 minbike

+1 more

🧑‍🌾Farmers Markets
Bikeable

Momma D's Kitchen

9 minbike· 23 min walk· 5 min drive
Webster's Market Inc
7 mindrive
The Arts Marketplace
8 mindrive
Grand Rapids Downtown Market
8 mindrive

+1 more

🌳Parks
Short walk

Picnic Area

6 minwalk· 3 min bike· 3 min drive
John Ball Park
10 minwalk
Lincoln Park
10 minwalk
Sibley School Park
12 minwalk

+1 more

🛝Playgrounds
Short walk

Picnic Area Playground

6 minwalk· 3 min bike· 2 min drive
Lincoln Park Playground
8 minwalk
Lincoln Park Playground
9 minwalk
John Ball south playground
10 minwalk

+1 more

🏞️Lakes & Water
Quick drive

Battjes Lake

14 mindrive
Lake Leota
14 mindrive
Millennium Park Lake
14 mindrive
Lamar Lake
12 mindrive

+1 more

🏖️Beaches
Quick drive

Georgetown Community Park Beach

13 mindrive
Millennium Park Beach
13 mindrive
Lamberton Lake Fen Nature Preserve Beach
13 mindrive
🥾Hiking Trails
Short drive

Sibley Tunnel

2 mindrive
Grand Rapids Riverwalk West
6 mindrive
Grand Rapids Riverwalk West
5 mindrive
Grand Rapids Riverwalk West
6 mindrive

+1 more

🐕Dog Parks
Bikeable

Covell Dog Park

10 minbike· 24 min walk· 4 min drive
Downtown Westside Dog Park
11 minbike
Richmond Hills Dog Park
10 mindrive
Hillcrest Dog Park
10 mindrive

+1 more

🚴Bike Paths
Walkable

Butterworth Park Trail

14 minwalk· 6 min bike
Oxford Street Trail
7 minbike
Oxford Street Trail
7 minbike
Douglas Park Trail
8 minbike

+1 more

Boat Launches
Quick drive

Johnson Park Launch

10 mindrive
Butterworth Park Launch
5 mindrive
Comstock Riverside Park Launch
10 mindrive
Grandville Launch
9 mindrive
Golf Courses
Quick drive

Gracewil Country Club

14 mindrive
Mines Golf Course
4 mindrive
Kent Country Club
12 mindrive
💪Gyms & Fitness
Quick drive

8th Day Gym

6 mindrive· 14 min bike
Planet Fitness
7 mindrive
Planet Fitness
5 mindrive
The Loading Dock
8 mindrive

+1 more

🚌Transit Stops
Easy walk

John Ball Zoo Station (EB)

3 minwalk· 2 min bike· 1 min drive
Garfield Ave Station (WB)
4 minwalk
Bridge/Valley (EB)
8 minwalk
Bridge/Valley (WB)
9 minwalk

+1 more

💊Pharmacies
Bikeable

Rite Aid

12 minbike· 25 min walk· 4 min drive
Walker Street Pharmacy
10 minbike
Walgreens Pharmacy
7 mindrive
📚Libraries
Bikeable

West Side Library

8 minbike· 21 min walk· 4 min drive
West Leonard Library
11 mindrive
Grand Rapids Public Library
9 mindrive
Van Belkum Branch
9 mindrive
🎬Movie Theaters
Quick drive

Celebration Cinema Studio Park

7 mindrive
Wealthy Theater
12 mindrive
AMC Grand Rapids 18
11 mindrive
Celebration! Cinema North
14 mindrive

Environment & Amenities

Flood Risk

98.38%

FEMA flood zone

Nearest Park

Picnic Area

0.1 mi

Parks Nearby

14

within 1 mile

Nearest Lake

Battjes Lake

2.4 mi

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

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Data sources: schools · Updated 4/2/2026