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Subdivision5.1 acres

Kirtland Add.

Solid value in a growing area

🏙️2 mito Downtown GR
🏞️30 mito Lake Michigan
🌳Top 16% park access
💰Home Values

$171K median

🚶Walkability
54

Somewhat walkable

  • Burton/Buchanan (WB): 5 min walk
  • 9 places within a 10 min walk
🎓Schools
41

Average schools

  • Grand Rapids Public Schools
  • 48 rated schools nearby
  • Best nearby: 9/10
🧑‍🌾Farmers market nearby

This compact 5-acre area in Kent County offers convenient urban living with surprisingly good transit access and walkable amenities. With nearby restaurants just steps away and grocery stores within easy reach, daily needs are well-covered. The smaller lot sizes create a close-knit community feel, while Garfield Park and eight other parks within a mile provide plenty of green space for recreation.

The location strikes a balance between accessibility and affordability, with decent walkability for dining and errands. Residents attend Grand Rapids Public Schools, which includes some highly-rated options in the district. With three boat launches within five miles and Battjes Lake nearby, water recreation is accessible for those who enjoy it. This area works well for first-time buyers, young professionals, and anyone seeking urban convenience with reasonable transit options and walkable amenities.

At a Glance

Est. Home Value

$171K

Based on assessor data

Parcels / Units

40

Median Lot Size

3973 sq ft

1403 sq ft – 0.18 ac

Homeowner Rate

54.51%

Principal residence

Walkability

5.4

Fair

Overall walkability score out of 10

🛒Daily Errands
4.8
🍽️Dining
5.5
🌳Nature
2.5
🚌Transit
8.0
💪Fitness
0.0

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

Nearby Locations

🛒Grocery Stores
Short walk

El Especial Supermarket & Bakery

8 minwalk· 5 min bike· 3 min drive
Ken's Fruit Market
7 mindrive
ALDI
8 mindrive
Family Fare
10 mindrive
🍽️Restaurants
Short walk

Popeyes

7 minwalk· 5 min bike· 2 min drive
Los Dos Amigos Mexican Restaurant
7 minwalk
Tortilleria y Restaurante La Guadalupana
8 minwalk
Tacos Yanga
14 minwalk

+1 more

Coffee Shops
Quick drive

Sip Coffee and Cocktails

6 mindrive· 15 min bike
Happy Cat Café
7 mindrive
Biggby Coffee
7 mindrive
MudPenny
7 mindrive
🍺Bars & Breweries
Bikeable

Log Cabin

9 minbike· 18 min walk· 4 min drive
The Brass Ring
7 mindrive
Dublin Hall
8 mindrive
Tin Can/City View Flats
9 mindrive

+1 more

🧑‍🌾Farmers Markets
Quick drive

Lee's Oriental Market

6 mindrive· 14 min bike
Grand Rapids Downtown Market
8 mindrive
Plaza Mexico
8 mindrive
The Arts Marketplace
7 mindrive

+1 more

🌳Parks
Bikeable

Plaster Creek Family Park

8 minbike· 17 min walk· 5 min drive
Burton Woods Park
10 minbike
Garfield Park
10 minbike
Plaster Creek
10 minbike

+1 more

🛝Playgrounds
Bikeable

The Meadows

10 minbike· 16 min walk· 5 min drive
Plaster Creek Family Park Playground
9 minbike
Garfield Park Playground
10 minbike
Dickinson Buffer Park Playground
12 minbike
🏞️Lakes & Water
Quick drive

Battjes Lake

10 mindrive
Lamar Lake
11 mindrive
Luvis Lake
11 mindrive
🥾Hiking Trails
Quick drive

Tennyson Drive Southwest

7 mindrive
Plaster Creek Trail
10 mindrive
Plaster Creek Trail
9 mindrive
Plaster Creek Trail
7 mindrive

+1 more

🐕Dog Parks
Quick drive

Wyoming Dog Park Dog Park

9 mindrive· 18 min bike
Downtown Westside Dog Park
11 mindrive
Covell Dog Park
12 mindrive
🚴Bike Paths
Bikeable

Grand Rapids Bike Park Trail

9 minbike· 19 min walk
Grand Rapids Bike Park Trail
9 minbike
Grand Rapids Bike Park Trail
9 minbike
Grand Rapids Bike Park Trail
9 minbike

+1 more

Boat Launches
Quick drive

Comstock Riverside Park Launch

13 mindrive
Butterworth Park Launch
9 mindrive
Golf Courses
Quick drive

Indian Trails Golf Course

13 mindrive
Mines Golf Course
11 mindrive
Kaufman Golf Course
12 mindrive
💪Gyms & Fitness
Quick drive

8th Day Gym

9 mindrive
Planet Fitness
8 mindrive
🚌Transit Stops
Short walk

Burton/Buchanan (WB)

5 minwalk· 4 min bike· 2 min drive
Burton/Buchanan (EB)
6 minwalk
Burton Street Station (NB)
7 minwalk
Burton/Division (WB)
8 minwalk

+1 more

💊Pharmacies
Quick drive

Walgreens

10 mindrive
📚Libraries
Bikeable

Madison Square Library

12 minbike· 26 min walk· 6 min drive
Seymour Library
6 mindrive
Ottawa Hills Public Library
9 mindrive
KDL Wyoming Branch
9 mindrive
👶Daycares
Quick drive

Kelloggsville Early Childhood Learning Center

9 mindrive
🎬Movie Theaters
Quick drive

Celebration Cinema Studio Park

6 mindrive
Wealthy Theater
13 mindrive
Celebration Cinema South
15 mindrive

Nearby Schools

4.1
/10 avg
Average schools

Based on 48 rated schools nearby

Range: 1/10 to 9/10

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
2Buchanan ElementaryElementary · PK-05 · 359 students · 17:1 · 0.0 mi
2Burton Middle SchoolMiddle · 06-08 · 482 students · 18:1 · 0.0 mi

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Data sources: schools · Updated 4/2/2026