
Lyon Street Sub.
Explore Lyon Street Sub. — a platted subdivision in Greater Grand Rapids.
“Walkable with great nature access”
Park-rich area
- 29 parks within 1 mile
- Grand Rapids Riverwalk East: 6 min drive
- Grand Rapids Riverwalk West: 7 min drive
Very walkable
- Lyon/Union (WB): 2 min walk
- 18 places within a 10 min walk
$437K median
- 1 sales in past year
This compact 4-acre area in Kent County offers an exceptional urban living experience with outstanding walkability and convenience. With an impressive walkability score of 7.4, residents enjoy easy access to 90 restaurants within a mile, plus grocery stores and a coffee shop just steps away. The nearby amenities create a vibrant streetscape perfect for daily life without a car, supported by excellent transit options.
The neighborhood features historic character, as evidenced by beautifully restored homes from the late 1800s in the sought-after Heritage Hill district. With 29 parks within a mile including Midtown Green, plus strong dining and fitness options, the location balances urban energy with outdoor recreation. The area serves students in Grand Rapids Public Schools, with the highest-rated nearby school earning top marks. This location works best for urban professionals, empty nesters, and anyone seeking walkable city living with historic character and downtown proximity.
1 sold in the past 12 months — homes here go fast
Environment & Amenities
Flood Risk
None
Not in flood zone
Nearest Park
Midtown Green
0.2 mi
Parks Nearby
29
within 1 mile
Nearest Lake
Fisk Lake
1.9 mi
Walkability
Good
Overall walkability score out of 10
Based on actual walk/bike/drive times to nearby amenities via Mapbox
Nearby Locations
Gorden Food Service
+1 more
Mr. Pizza
+1 more
Lyon Street Café
+1 more
Duke's
+1 more
Rakowski Family Farm Market
+1 more
Midtown Green
+1 more
Midtown Green Playground
+1 more
Fisk Lake
Lamberton Lake Fen Nature Preserve Beach
Grand Rapids Riverwalk East
+1 more
Hillcrest Dog Park
Belknap Lookout Trail
+1 more
Johnson Park Launch
Kent Country Club
REVfit
+1 more
Lyon/Union (WB)
+1 more
Walgreens Pharmacy
Grand Rapids Public Library
+1 more
Celebration Cinema Studio Park
At a Glance
Median Home Price
$775K
1 sales/yr
Parcels / Units
21
Median Lot Size
0.14 ac
1999 sq ft – 0.18 ac
Homeowner Rate
54.51%
Principal residence
1 sold in the past 12 months — homes here go fast
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