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Subdivision52.4 acres

Northbend Estates

Surrounded by nature

🏙️4 mito Downtown GR
🏞️30 mito Lake Michigan
🌲Nature & Outdoors

Park-rich area

  • 5 parks within 1 mile
  • Huff Park Short/Long Loop: 4 min drive
  • Perch Lake: 8 min drive
🎓Schools
42

Average schools

  • Grand Rapids Public Schools
  • 43 rated schools nearby
  • Best nearby: 8/10
🚶Walkability
29

Car-dependent

  • 0 places within a 10 min walk

This quiet 52-acre community in northeast Grand Rapids offers spacious lots and peaceful cul-de-sac living, where residents regularly spot deer and turkeys from their backyards. The established neighborhood features well-maintained ranch homes on large properties that back up to private ravines, creating a suburban retreat feel while staying connected to city conveniences.

With five grocery stores within two miles and eight restaurants nearby, daily needs are easily met. Outdoor enthusiasts appreciate Huff Park and four other parks within walking distance, plus Lamberton Lake less than a mile away for recreational activities. Students attend Grand Rapids Public Schools, with some excellent options in the district.

This area works best for families seeking quiet suburban living with room to spread out, nature lovers who want wildlife viewing from their own backyard, and those who prefer low-traffic streets while maintaining access to Grand Rapids amenities.

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

Environment & Amenities

Nearest Park

Huff Park

0.3 mi

Parks Nearby

5

within 1 mile

Nearest Lake

Lamberton Lake

0.8 mi

Nearby Schools

4.2
/10 avg
Average schools

Based on 43 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
4Aberdeen SchoolElementary · PK-08 · 234 students · 13:1 · 0.0 mi
2Riverside Middle SchoolMiddle · 06-08 · 248 students · 16:1 · 0.0 mi

Walkability

2.9

Limited

Overall walkability score out of 10

🛒Daily Errands
2.1
🍽️Dining
2.3
🌳Nature
3.7
🚌Transit
5.0
💪Fitness
0.0

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

Nearby Locations

🛒Grocery Stores
Quick drive

Family Fare

8 mindrive· 18 min bike
Ken's Fruit Market
9 mindrive
Aldi
7 mindrive
Meijer
9 mindrive
🍽️Restaurants
Bikeable

Little Caesars

10 minbike· 25 min walk· 5 min drive
Denny's
8 mindrive
Tacos El Cuñado
7 mindrive
Coffee Shops
Quick drive

Biggby Coffee

7 mindrive· 18 min bike
🍺Bars & Breweries
Quick drive

Vinny's bar

7 mindrive· 17 min bike
Cesars Pub
8 mindrive
Quinn & Tuite's
8 mindrive
Vitale's Sports Bar
8 mindrive

+1 more

🧑‍🌾Farmers Markets
Quick drive

Robinette's Cider Mill

9 mindrive
Fulton Street Farmers Market
11 mindrive
Webster's Market Inc
12 mindrive
🌳Parks
Bikeable

Huff Park

6 minbike· 18 min walk· 4 min drive
Aberdeen Park
11 minbike
Ball Perkins Park
7 mindrive
Veterans Nature Trail
8 mindrive

+1 more

🛝Playgrounds
Walkable

Huff Park Playground

13 minwalk· 6 min bike· 3 min drive
Kooiman Park
10 minbike
Aberdeen Park Playground
12 minbike
Aberdeen Park Playground
6 mindrive

+1 more

🏞️Lakes & Water
Quick drive

Soft Water Lake

9 mindrive· 17 min bike
Lamberton Lake
10 mindrive
Emerald Lake
10 mindrive
Perch Lake
8 mindrive
🏖️Beaches
Quick drive

Lamberton Lake Fen Nature Preserve Beach

9 mindrive
🥾Hiking Trails
Quick drive

Riverside Park Drive Northwest

12 mindrive
Riverside Park Drive Northwest
8 mindrive
Huff Park Short/Long Loop
4 mindrive
Riverside Park Drive Northwest
11 mindrive

+1 more

🚴Bike Paths
Walkable

Huff Park Trail

14 minwalk· 5 min bike
Boat Launches
Quick drive

Comstock Riverside Park Launch

10 mindrive
Golf Courses
Quick drive

Kent Country Club

12 mindrive
Thousand Oaks Golf Club
15 mindrive
💪Gyms & Fitness
Quick drive

Fitness 19

8 mindrive· 17 min bike
Pure Barre
9 mindrive
🚌Transit Stops
Bikeable

Fuller/Aberdeen (NB)

7 minbike· 16 min walk· 3 min drive
Fuller/Beechwood (SB)
8 minbike
Fuller/Oaklawn (NB)
8 minbike
Fuller/Ellsmere (NB)
9 minbike

+1 more

💊Pharmacies
Bikeable

Walgreens

11 minbike· 28 min walk· 6 min drive
Kay Pharmacy
6 mindrive
Walgreens
9 mindrive
Grand Valley Pharmacist
10 mindrive
📚Libraries
Quick drive

Yankee Clipper Library

7 mindrive· 17 min bike
Van Belkum Branch
8 mindrive
Miller Library
10 mindrive
KDL Comstock Park
12 mindrive

+1 more

🎬Movie Theaters
Quick drive

Celebration! Cinema North

9 mindrive
AMC Grand Rapids 18
12 mindrive
Wealthy Theater
14 mindrive
Celebration Cinema Studio Park
13 mindrive

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

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