Mercian Add. — satellite view
Subdivision7.8 acres

Mercian Add.

Solid value in a growing area

🏙️2 mito Downtown GR
🏞️27 mito Lake Michigan
🌳Top 15% park access
💰Home Values

$403K median

🚶Walkability
53

Somewhat walkable

  • 0 places within a 10 min walk
🎓Schools
44

Average schools

  • Grand Rapids Public Schools
  • 35 rated schools nearby
  • Best nearby: 8/10

This Kent County community spans 8 acres with generous lot sizes averaging about a third of an acre, giving residents plenty of space to spread out. The area offers excellent transit connectivity with a perfect 10/10 transit score, making commuting throughout the Grand Rapids region convenient. With 16 restaurants within walking distance and nearby amenities like coffee shops just 863 meters away, daily conveniences are accessible despite the more spacious suburban feel.

Families will appreciate having 10 parks within a mile, including Valley Field for outdoor recreation, plus access to water activities with boat launches and Battjes Lake nearby. The area is served by Grand Rapids Public Schools, with some highly-rated options in the district. With 55% owner-occupied homes and those substantial lot sizes, this location works best for families seeking suburban space while maintaining good transit access and outdoor recreation opportunities.

At a Glance

Est. Home Value

$403K

Based on assessor data

Parcels / Units

25

Median Lot Size

0.32 ac

0.19 ac – 0.62 ac

Homeowner Rate

54.51%

Principal residence

Walkability

5.3

Fair

Overall walkability score out of 10

🛒Daily Errands
3.8
🍽️Dining
5.0
🌳Nature
3.8
🚌Transit
10.0
💪Fitness
1.5

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

Nearby Schools

4.4
/10 avg
Average schools

Based on 35 rated schools nearby

Range: 1/10 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
3Harrison Park AcademyElementary · PK-08 · 639 students · 19:1 · 0.0 mi
2Westwood Middle SchoolMiddle · 06-08 · 189 students · 14:1 · 0.0 mi

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Data sources: schools · Updated 4/2/2026