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Subdivision20.7 acres

Knapp Hills

Surrounded by nature

🏙️3 mito Downtown GR
🏞️30 mito Lake Michigan
🌲Nature & Outdoors

Park-rich area

  • 6 parks within 1 mile
  • Riverside Park Drive Northwest: 5 min drive
  • Huff Park Short/Long Loop: 6 min drive
🚶Walkability
50

Somewhat walkable

  • Wing Kingz: 7 min walk
  • 3 places within a 10 min walk
🎓Schools
42

Average schools

  • Grand Rapids Public Schools
  • 43 rated schools nearby
  • Best nearby: 8/10
🧑‍🌾Farmers market nearby

This quiet 21-acre pocket in northeast Kent County offers spacious living on generous lots, with homes positioned on peaceful cul-de-sacs that provide privacy and room to breathe. The area features larger properties with fully fenced backyards perfect for outdoor entertaining, while maintaining convenient access to urban amenities with 16 restaurants within walking distance and nearby grocery and coffee options just a short drive away.

Residents enjoy excellent transit connectivity alongside the tranquility of suburban living, with Aberdeen Park and five other parks within a mile for outdoor recreation. Families have access to Grand Rapids Public Schools, including some highly-rated nearby options. The community's mix of owner-occupied homes creates a stable neighborhood atmosphere. This area works particularly well for families seeking space and privacy while staying connected to Grand Rapids' dining scene, and investors looking for properties with renovation potential in an established area.

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

Environment & Amenities

Nearest Park

Aberdeen Park

0.4 mi

Parks Nearby

6

within 1 mile

Nearest Lake

Soft Water Lake

1.8 mi

Walkability

5.0

Fair

Overall walkability score out of 10

🛒Daily Errands
4.4
🍽️Dining
5.5
🌳Nature
2.8
🚌Transit
8.0
💪Fitness
3.0

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

Nearby Locations

🛒Grocery Stores
Bikeable

Family Fare

11 minbike· 22 min walk· 5 min drive
Creston Market
5 mindrive
Gorden Food Service
5 mindrive
Rodriguez Supermarket
9 mindrive
🍽️Restaurants
Short walk

Wing Kingz

7 minwalk· 5 min bike· 1 min drive
Little Caesars
10 minwalk
Burger King
9 minbike
Jets Pizza
10 minbike

+1 more

Coffee Shops
Bikeable

Biggby Coffee

10 minbike· 21 min walk· 5 min drive
Starbucks
6 mindrive
Orchard House Books & Coffee
5 mindrive
Bagel Beanery
7 mindrive

+1 more

🍺Bars & Breweries
Bikeable

Vitale's Sports Bar

9 minbike· 21 min walk· 4 min drive
Vinny's bar
10 minbike
Quinn & Tuite's
4 mindrive
Rezervoir Lounge
5 mindrive

+1 more

🧑‍🌾Farmers Markets
Quick drive

Rakowski Family Farm Market

8 mindrive· 18 min bike
Momma D's Kitchen
10 mindrive
Fulton Street Farmers Market
8 mindrive
Webster's Market Inc
9 mindrive

+1 more

🌳Parks
Walkable

Aberdeen Park

14 minwalk· 8 min bike· 3 min drive
Briggs Park
10 minbike
Huff Park
11 minbike
Sweet Street Park
5 mindrive

+1 more

🛝Playgrounds
Walkable

Aberdeen Park Playground

13 minwalk· 9 min bike· 3 min drive
Aberdeen Park Playground
9 minbike
Aberdeen Park Playground
10 minbike
Aberdeen Park Playground
10 minbike

+1 more

🏞️Lakes & Water
Quick drive

Soft Water Lake

9 mindrive· 19 min bike
Lamberton Lake
9 mindrive
Emerald Lake
10 mindrive
Perch Lake
9 mindrive
🏖️Beaches
Quick drive

Lamberton Lake Fen Nature Preserve Beach

9 mindrive
🥾Hiking Trails
Quick drive

Huff Park Short/Long Loop

6 mindrive
Riverside Park Drive Northwest
5 mindrive
Riverside Park Drive Northwest
7 mindrive
Riverside Park Drive Northwest
8 mindrive

+1 more

🐕Dog Parks
Quick drive

Hillcrest Dog Park

9 mindrive· 20 min bike
Downtown Westside Dog Park
12 mindrive
Covell Dog Park
12 mindrive
🚴Bike Paths
Bikeable

Huff Park Trail

10 minbike· 23 min walk
Creston Trail
13 minbike
Riverside Park Trail
15 minbike
Riverside Park Trail
15 minbike
Boat Launches
Quick drive

Comstock Riverside Park Launch

6 mindrive
Butterworth Park Launch
13 mindrive
Golf Courses
Quick drive

Kent Country Club

7 mindrive
Mines Golf Course
12 mindrive
💪Gyms & Fitness
Bikeable

Fitness 19

11 minbike· 23 min walk· 5 min drive
The Loading Dock
6 mindrive
The Loading Dock
6 mindrive
Communitea Wellness
6 mindrive

+1 more

🚌Transit Stops
Short walk

Fuller/Kentwood (SB)

9 minwalk· 5 min bike· 2 min drive
Fuller/Knapp (SB)
10 minwalk
Fuller/Travis (NB)
10 minwalk
Fuller/Orchard Place (SB)
11 minwalk

+1 more

💊Pharmacies
Walkable

Walgreens

12 minwalk· 6 min bike· 3 min drive
Kay Pharmacy
9 minbike
Walgreens Pharmacy
6 mindrive
Grand Valley Pharmacist
9 mindrive
📚Libraries
Bikeable

Van Belkum Branch

12 minbike· 30 min walk· 4 min drive
Yankee Clipper Library
6 mindrive
Grand Rapids Public Library
12 mindrive
Miller Library
10 mindrive
🎬Movie Theaters
Quick drive

Celebration! Cinema North

9 mindrive
AMC Grand Rapids 18
12 mindrive
Wealthy Theater
10 mindrive
Celebration Cinema Studio Park
10 mindrive

Nearby Schools

4.2
/10 avg
Average schools

Based on 43 rated schools nearby

Range: 1/10 to 8/10

School District: Grand Rapids Public Schools

8City MiddleHighHigh · 07-12 · 908 students · 23:1 · 0.0 mi
8Center for EconomicologyMiddle · 06-06 · 59 students · 22:1 · 0.0 mi
6Union High SchoolHigh · 09-12 · 922 students · 20:1 · 0.0 mi
6Blandford SchoolMiddle · 06-06 · 60 students · 23:1 · 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
2Riverside Middle SchoolMiddle · 06-08 · 248 students · 16:1 · 0.0 mi
2Kent Hills ElementaryElementary · PK-05 · 189 students · 17:1 · 0.0 mi

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

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