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Subdivision19.8 acres

Locke Plat

Convenient location

🏙️3 mito Downtown GR
🏞️26 mito Lake Michigan
🎓Schools
46

Average schools

  • Grand Rapids Public Schools
  • 14 rated schools nearby
  • Best nearby: 8/10
🌲Nature & Outdoors

Park-rich area

  • 6 parks within 1 mile
  • Sibley Tunnel: 6 min drive
  • Trestle Trail: 9 min drive
🚶Walkability
46

Somewhat walkable

  • Leonard/Fairfield (EB): 5 min walk
  • 5 places within a 10 min walk

This quiet 20-acre area in Kent County offers a peaceful residential setting with surprisingly excellent transit connectivity, earning a perfect 10/10 transit score. The northwest location provides convenient access to downtown Grand Rapids while maintaining a more relaxed suburban feel. With 7 restaurants within walking distance and grocery stores just over half a mile away, daily conveniences are readily accessible.

Nature lovers will appreciate the proximity to Brian Dyk Nature Preserve and five additional parks within a mile, plus three boat launches within a short drive for water recreation. The area serves families through Grand Rapids Public Schools, with some highly-rated options nearby. With 55% owner-occupied homes and ranch-style properties featuring spacious lots, this location works well for families seeking suburban tranquility with urban accessibility and outdoor enthusiasts who value green spaces.

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

Nearby Schools

4.6
/10 avg
Average schools

Based on 14 rated schools nearby

Range: 2/10 to 8/10

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
3Shawmut Hills SchoolElementary · PK-08 · 261 students · 16:1 · 0.0 mi
2Westwood Middle SchoolMiddle · 06-08 · 189 students · 14:1 · 0.0 mi

Environment & Amenities

Flood Risk

None

Not in flood zone

Nearest Park

Brian Dyk Nature Preserve

0.2 mi

Parks Nearby

6

within 1 mile

Nearest Lake

Lake Leota

2.8 mi

Walkability

4.6

Fair

Overall walkability score out of 10

🛒Daily Errands
3.0
🍽️Dining
3.7
🌳Nature
3.3
🚌Transit
10.0
💪Fitness
3.0

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

Nearby Locations

🛒Grocery Stores
Bikeable

Family Fare

8 minbike· 22 min walk· 6 min drive
Amp Electrician, AC & Furnace Repair
6 mindrive
Bridge Street Market
9 mindrive
ALDI
9 mindrive
🍽️Restaurants
Bikeable

Sandy's Donuts

6 minbike· 16 min walk· 4 min drive
Westside Social
8 minbike
Mr Burger
10 minbike
B.C. Pizza
12 minbike

+1 more

Coffee Shops
Bikeable

Biggby

11 minbike· 27 min walk· 5 min drive
Eden Cafe
7 mindrive
Wilderness Expressions
7 mindrive
Starbucks
8 mindrive
🍺Bars & Breweries
Quick drive

River City Saloon

6 mindrive· 13 min bike
Play Station Pub
6 mindrive
The Holiday
9 mindrive
Putt Putt's Bar & Grille
7 mindrive

+1 more

🧑‍🌾Farmers Markets
Quick drive

Momma D's Kitchen

9 mindrive
Webster's Market Inc
10 mindrive
The Arts Marketplace
11 mindrive
Grand Rapids Downtown Market
11 mindrive
🌳Parks
Walkable

Shawmut Hills Park

12 minwalk· 6 min bike· 3 min drive
Shawmut Park
9 minbike
Tremont Greenspace
9 minbike
Brian Dyk Nature Preserve
8 minbike

+1 more

🛝Playgrounds
Walkable

Shawmut Park Playground

13 minwalk· 7 min bike· 3 min drive
Brian Dyk Nature Preserve Playground
10 minbike
Brian Dyk Nature Preserve Playground
9 minbike
Sullivan Field Playground
7 mindrive
🏞️Lakes & Water
Quick drive

Millennium Park Lake

15 mindrive
🏖️Beaches
Quick drive

Millennium Park Beach

15 mindrive
🥾Hiking Trails
Quick drive

Sibley Tunnel

6 mindrive
Trestle Trail
9 mindrive
Trestle Trail
9 mindrive
Trestle Trail
9 mindrive

+1 more

🐕Dog Parks
Bikeable

Covell Dog Park

10 minbike· 27 min walk· 6 min drive
Richmond Hills Dog Park
9 mindrive
Downtown Westside Dog Park
10 mindrive
🚴Bike Paths
Bikeable

Fred Meijer Standale Trail

14 minbike
Maynard Acres Area Trail
15 minbike
Fred Meijer Standale Trail
16 minbike
Boat Launches
Quick drive

Johnson Park Launch

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

Mines Golf Course

6 mindrive
Gracewil Country Club
15 mindrive
Sand Creek Golf Club
15 mindrive
💪Gyms & Fitness
Bikeable

Planet Fitness

8 minbike· 23 min walk· 5 min drive
Family Fitness
7 mindrive
🚌Transit Stops
Easy walk

Leonard/Fairfield (EB)

5 minwalk· 2 min bike· 2 min drive
Leonard/Divot (WB)
5 minwalk
Leonard/Oakleigh (WB)
7 minwalk
Leonard/Oakleigh (EB)
8 minwalk

+1 more

💊Pharmacies
Bikeable

Rite Aid

11 minbike· 28 min walk· 5 min drive
Walker Street Pharmacy
6 mindrive
Walgreens
10 mindrive
📚Libraries
Quick drive

West Leonard Library

9 mindrive· 14 min bike
West Side Library
9 mindrive
KDL Walker Branch
8 mindrive
Van Belkum Branch
12 mindrive
👶Daycares
Quick drive

Kenowa Hills Early Childhood Center

8 mindrive· 19 min bike
🎬Movie Theaters
Quick drive

Celebration Cinema Studio Park

10 mindrive
Wealthy Theater
15 mindrive
AMC Grand Rapids 18
14 mindrive

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

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Data sources: schools · Updated 4/2/2026