
Kensboro No. 1
Explore Kensboro No. 1 — a platted subdivision in Greater Grand Rapids.
“Surrounded by nature”
Lake life
- Soft Water Lake within walking distance
- 3 parks within 1 mile
- Riverside Park Drive Northwest: 5 min drive
$308K median
Somewhat walkable
- Plainfield/Fuller (NB): 1 min walk
- 7 places within a 10 min walk
This compact 4-acre area in Kent County offers a unique blend of suburban privacy and convenient access to amenities. With generous median lot sizes of 0.38 acres, residents enjoy more space than typical urban settings while maintaining proximity to daily conveniences. The location provides excellent transit connectivity and solid dining options within walking distance, with 14 restaurants within a mile and Soft Water Lake just 0.3 miles away for outdoor recreation.
The area serves families through Grand Rapids Public Schools, with the highest-rated nearby school earning strong marks. Two boat launches within five miles and three parks within a mile support an active outdoor lifestyle, though fitness facilities require a short drive. With 55% owner-occupied homes and easy access to both natural areas and urban conveniences, this location appeals to families seeking larger lots with good transit access and couples who value outdoor recreation alongside city amenities.
Environment & Amenities
Flood Risk
None
Not in flood zone
Nearest Park
Unnamed park
0.1 mi
Parks Nearby
3
within 1 mile
Nearest Lake
Soft Water Lake
0.3 mi
At a Glance
Est. Home Value
$308K
Based on assessor data
Parcels / Units
4
Median Lot Size
0.38 ac
0.30 ac – 0.87 ac
Homeowner Rate
54.51%
Principal residence
Walkability
Fair
Overall walkability score out of 10
Based on actual walk/bike/drive times to nearby amenities via Mapbox
Nearby Locations
Ken's Fruit Market
Denny's
Tim Hortons
Cesars Pub
+1 more
Robinette's Cider Mill
+1 more
Lamberton Lake Fen Nature Preserve
+1 more
Northlake Cooperative Playground
+1 more
Lamberton Lake
Lamberton Lake Fen Nature Preserve Beach
Huff Park Short/Long Loop
+1 more
Hillcrest Dog Park
Huff Park Trail
+1 more
Comstock Riverside Park Launch
Kent Country Club
+1 more
Planet Fitness
+1 more
Plainfield/Fuller (NB)
+1 more
CVS Pharmacy
+1 more
Van Belkum Branch
+1 more
Kidz Clubhouse
AMC Grand Rapids 18
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