Mary A. Alger Sub. — satellite view
Subdivision3.8 acres

Mary A. Alger Sub.

Solid value in a growing area

🏙️1 mito Downtown GR
🏞️30 mito Lake Michigan
🌳Top 9% park access
💰Home Values

$203K median

🌲Nature & Outdoors

Park-rich area

  • 15 parks within 1 mile
  • Grand Rapids Riverwalk West: 8 min drive
  • Paul I Phillips Recreation Center: 8 min walk
🚶Walkability
52

Somewhat walkable

  • MLK/Jefferson (WB): 2 min walk
  • 10 places within a 10 min walk
🧑‍🌾Farmers market nearby

This compact 4-acre area in Kent County offers a unique blend of urban convenience and quiet residential living. With larger lot sizes averaging 0.12 acres, residents enjoy more space than typical city neighborhoods while maintaining easy access to dining and amenities. The location excels in transit accessibility and provides solid dining options, with 31 restaurants within walking distance and convenient access to coffee and groceries.

The community benefits from proximity to Paul I Phillips Recreation Center and 15 parks within a mile, creating plenty of opportunities for outdoor activities. Students attend Grand Rapids Public Schools, with access to both high-performing and developing educational options nearby. With 55% owner-occupancy, the area maintains a stable residential character while offering opportunities for both homeowners and renters.

This location works well for commuters who value transit access, families seeking larger lots with urban amenities, and anyone who appreciates walkable dining options combined with peaceful residential streets.

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At a Glance

Est. Home Value

$203K

Based on assessor data

Parcels / Units

21

Median Lot Size

0.12 ac

3363 sq ft – 0.37 ac

Homeowner Rate

54.51%

Principal residence

Environment & Amenities

Flood Risk

None

Not in flood zone

Nearest Park

Paul I Phillips Recreation Center

0.2 mi

Parks Nearby

15

within 1 mile

Nearest Lake

Fisk Lake

2.2 mi

Walkability

5.2

Fair

Overall walkability score out of 10

🛒Daily Errands
2.4
🍽️Dining
6.6
🌳Nature
3.7
🚌Transit
10.0
💪Fitness
3.0

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

Nearby Locations

🛒Grocery Stores
Bikeable

El Especial Supermarket & Bakery

10 minbike· 24 min walk· 5 min drive
Wealthy Market
11 minbike
Bridge Street Market
10 mindrive
🍽️Restaurants
Short walk

Domino's

10 minwalk· 6 min bike· 3 min drive
Subway
14 minwalk
McDonald's
14 minwalk
Tacos Yanga
8 minbike

+1 more

Coffee Shops
Walkable

Happy Cat Café

13 minwalk· 7 min bike· 3 min drive
Biggby Coffee
13 minwalk
Rowster
8 minbike
MudPenny
9 minbike

+1 more

🍺Bars & Breweries
Bikeable

The Winchester

8 minbike· 20 min walk· 5 min drive
Rumors
10 minbike
Pyramid Scheme
10 minbike
Dublin Hall
11 minbike

+1 more

🧑‍🌾Farmers Markets
Bikeable

Grand Rapids Downtown Market

8 minbike· 16 min walk· 4 min drive
The Arts Marketplace
11 minbike
Webster's Market Inc
9 mindrive
Rakowski Family Farm Market
8 mindrive

+1 more

🌳Parks
Short walk

Paul I Phillips Recreation Center

8 minwalk· 4 min bike· 3 min drive
Rasberry Field
8 minwalk
Pleasant Park
9 minwalk
Mooney Park
10 minwalk

+1 more

🛝Playgrounds
Bikeable

Cherry Hill Green Playground

8 minbike· 19 min walk· 4 min drive
Cherry Hill Green Playground
10 minbike
Mel Trotter Park Playground
10 minbike
Heartside Park Playground
10 minbike

+1 more

🏞️Lakes & Water
Quick drive

Fisk Lake

10 mindrive· 20 min bike
Battjes Lake
11 mindrive
Reeds Lake
15 mindrive
Mid Lake
14 mindrive
🏖️Beaches
Quick drive

Lamberton Lake Fen Nature Preserve Beach

15 mindrive
🥾Hiking Trails
Quick drive

Grand Rapids Riverwalk West

8 mindrive
Grand Rapids Riverwalk West
8 mindrive
Grand Rapids Riverwalk West
8 mindrive
Grand Rapids Riverwalk East
9 mindrive

+1 more

🐕Dog Parks
Quick drive

Downtown Westside Dog Park

10 mindrive· 18 min bike
Wyoming Dog Park Dog Park
9 mindrive
Hillcrest Dog Park
12 mindrive
Covell Dog Park
10 mindrive
🚴Bike Paths
Bikeable

Clemente Park Trail

7 minbike· 16 min walk
Grandville Trail
7 minbike
Grandville Trail
7 minbike
Grandville Trail
8 minbike

+1 more

Boat Launches
Quick drive

Butterworth Park Launch

7 mindrive
Comstock Riverside Park Launch
11 mindrive
Golf Courses
Quick drive

Mines Golf Course

10 mindrive
Indian Trails Golf Course
15 mindrive
Kent Country Club
15 mindrive
Kaufman Golf Course
14 mindrive
💪Gyms & Fitness
Quick drive

Planet Fitness

7 mindrive· 26 min walk· 13 min bike
8th Day Gym
12 minbike
REVfit
9 mindrive
Communitea Wellness
10 mindrive
🚌Transit Stops
Easy walk

MLK/Jefferson (WB)

2 minwalk· 2 min bike· <1 min drive
MLK/Lafayette (WB)
2 minwalk
MLK/Lafayette (EB)
2 minwalk
MLK/Jefferson (EB)
2 minwalk

+1 more

💊Pharmacies
Quick drive

CVS Pharmacy

9 mindrive· 16 min bike
Rite Aid
8 mindrive
Walgreens Pharmacy
9 mindrive
📚Libraries
Walkable

Madison Square Library

13 minwalk· 6 min bike· 3 min drive
Grand Rapids Public Library
11 minbike
Ottawa Hills Public Library
6 mindrive
West Side Library
9 mindrive

+1 more

👶Daycares
Quick drive

Kelloggsville Early Childhood Learning Center

11 mindrive
🎬Movie Theaters
Quick drive

Celebration Cinema Studio Park

5 mindrive
Wealthy Theater
8 mindrive
AMC Grand Rapids 18
12 mindrive
Data sources: schools · Updated 4/2/2026