Leyden Plat — satellite view
Subdivision11.9 acres

Leyden Plat

Easy outdoor access

🏙️1 mito Downtown GR
🏞️28 mito Lake Michigan
🌳Top 12% park access
🌲Nature & Outdoors

Park-rich area

  • 11 parks within 1 mile
  • Butterworth Park Trail: 4 min walk
  • Sibley Tunnel: 5 min drive
💰Home Values

$244K median

  • 2 sales in past year
🚶Walkability
52

Somewhat walkable

  • Butterworth Park Trail: 4 min walk
  • 14 places within a 10 min walk
🚴Bike path access
🧑‍🌾Farmers market nearby

This compact 12-acre neighborhood on Grand Rapids' West Side offers convenient urban living with excellent transit access and a solid selection of nearby dining options. With modest lot sizes averaging just over a tenth of an acre, homes here provide low-maintenance living while staying connected to the city's amenities. The area sits minutes from downtown Grand Rapids, GVSU, and John Ball Zoo, making it an ideal location for those who prioritize accessibility over space.

Residents enjoy easy access to restaurants within walking distance, though daily errands typically require a short drive to reach the closest grocery stores. The neighborhood is served by Grand Rapids Public Schools, with significant variation in school quality across nearby options. With 55% owner-occupancy and a mix of investment properties, the area attracts both homeowners and renters. This location works well for urban professionals, students, and investors seeking affordable housing with strong transit connections and proximity to Grand Rapids' cultural attractions.

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

Environment & Amenities

Flood Risk

100%

FEMA flood zone

Nearest Park

Picnic Area

0.3 mi

Parks Nearby

11

within 1 mile

Nearest Lake

Battjes Lake

2.0 mi

At a Glance

Median Home Price

$211K

2 sales/yr

Parcels / Units

65

Median Lot Size

0.11 ac

4116 sq ft – 0.57 ac

Homeowner Rate

54.51%

Principal residence

Walkability

5.2

Fair

Overall walkability score out of 10

🛒Daily Errands
2.4
🍽️Dining
7.6
🌳Nature
3.3
🚌Transit
8.0
💪Fitness
3.0

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

Nearby Locations

🛒Grocery Stores
Quick drive

Bridge Street Market

7 mindrive· 29 min walk· 13 min bike
Family Fare
9 mindrive
🍽️Restaurants
Short walk

Subway

8 minwalk· 5 min bike· 3 min drive
McDonald's
9 minwalk
Concessions
15 minwalk
Little Caesars
8 minbike

+1 more

Coffee Shops
Walkable

Tim Hortons

12 minwalk· 6 min bike· 4 min drive
The Bitter End Coffeehouse
7 minbike
Eden Cafe
8 minbike
The Rower's Club
9 minbike

+1 more

🍺Bars & Breweries
Short walk

Putt Putt's Bar & Grille

8 minwalk· 5 min bike· 3 min drive
Joey's Tavern
9 minwalk
Tip Top Deluxe Bar & Grill
11 minwalk
Küsterer Brauhaus
12 minbike

+1 more

🧑‍🌾Farmers Markets
Quick drive

Momma D's Kitchen

7 mindrive· 29 min walk· 12 min bike
The Arts Marketplace
8 mindrive
Webster's Market Inc
10 mindrive
Grand Rapids Downtown Market
8 mindrive
🌳Parks
Short walk

Butterworth Park

9 minwalk· 5 min bike· 2 min drive
John Ball Park
10 minwalk
Picnic Area
10 minwalk
Westown Commons Park
12 minwalk

+1 more

🛝Playgrounds
Short walk

John Ball south playground

9 minwalk· 5 min bike· 3 min drive
Picnic Area Playground
11 minwalk
Westown Commons Park Playground
13 minwalk
Sibley School Park Playground
9 minbike

+1 more

🏞️Lakes & Water
Quick drive

Battjes Lake

12 mindrive
Lake Leota
13 mindrive
Lamar Lake
12 mindrive
Millennium Park Lake
12 mindrive

+1 more

🏖️Beaches
Quick drive

Millennium Park Beach

12 mindrive
🥾Hiking Trails
Short drive

Sibley Tunnel

5 mindrive
Grand Rapids Riverwalk West
7 mindrive
Grand Rapids Riverwalk West
7 mindrive
Grand Rapids Riverwalk West
8 mindrive

+1 more

🐕Dog Parks
Quick drive

Downtown Westside Dog Park

8 mindrive· 28 min walk· 12 min bike
Covell Dog Park
8 mindrive
Wyoming Dog Park Dog Park
10 mindrive
🚴Bike Paths
Easy walk

Butterworth Park Trail

4 minwalk· 3 min bike
Oxford Street Trail
8 minwalk
Oxford Street Trail
8 minwalk
Butterworth Park Trail
12 minwalk

+1 more

Boat Launches
Quick drive

Johnson Park Launch

10 mindrive
Butterworth Park Launch
5 mindrive
Comstock Riverside Park Launch
13 mindrive
Grandville Launch
12 mindrive
Golf Courses
Short drive

Mines Golf Course

4 mindrive
💪Gyms & Fitness
Bikeable

Planet Fitness

11 minbike· 25 min walk· 5 min drive
8th Day Gym
12 minbike
Planet Fitness
8 mindrive
🚌Transit Stops
Short walk

Lane/Butterworth (SB)

5 minwalk· 4 min bike· 2 min drive
Butterworth/Lane (WB)
6 minwalk
Lane/Dayton (NB)
7 minwalk
Lane/Dayton (SB)
7 minwalk

+1 more

💊Pharmacies
Quick drive

Walker Street Pharmacy

10 mindrive· 14 min bike
Rite Aid
6 mindrive
📚Libraries
Bikeable

West Side Library

11 minbike· 26 min walk· 6 min drive
Grand Rapids Public Library
10 mindrive
Madison Square Library
12 mindrive
🎬Movie Theaters
Quick drive

Celebration Cinema Studio Park

7 mindrive
Wealthy Theater
13 mindrive
AMC Grand Rapids 18
14 mindrive

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

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