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Subdivision34.8 acres

Oakwood Heights

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🏙️4 mito Downtown GR
🏞️26 mito Lake Michigan
🎓Schools
46

Average schools

  • Kenowa Hills Public Schools
  • 21 rated schools nearby
  • Best nearby: 8/10
🌲Nature & Outdoors

Park-rich area

  • 4 parks within 1 mile
  • Riverside Park Drive Northwest: 8 min drive
  • Riverside Park Drive Northwest: 8 min drive
🚶Walkability
35

Car-dependent

  • 0 places within a 10 min walk

This quiet 35-acre neighborhood in Walker offers spacious living with large lots, including some double-sized properties set in wooded areas. The community features primarily ranch-style homes with open floor plans, three-season porches, and generous yard space perfect for entertaining during warm summer months.

While daily errands require a short drive, residents enjoy convenient access to shopping and essential amenities, with several restaurants within a mile and grocery stores just minutes away. Alpine Estates Park provides nearby recreation, and the area offers decent transit connections for commuting. Students attend Kenowa Hills Public Schools, which includes some highly-rated options in the district.

The neighborhood appeals to those seeking privacy and space while maintaining reasonable access to Grand Rapids amenities. This area works well for families wanting room to spread out, homeowners who enjoy outdoor entertaining, and anyone prioritizing peaceful residential living with convenient shopping access.

Nearby Schools

4.6
/10 avg
Average schools

Based on 21 rated schools nearby

Range: 2/10 to 8/10

School District: Kenowa Hills Public Schools

Environment & Amenities

Flood Risk

None

Not in flood zone

Nearest Park

Alpine Estates Park

0.4 mi

Parks Nearby

4

within 1 mile

Nearest Lake

Soft Water Lake

3.8 mi

Walkability

3.5

Limited

Overall walkability score out of 10

🛒Daily Errands
1.5
🍽️Dining
0.0
🌳Nature
3.0
🚌Transit
6.5
💪Fitness
0.0

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

Nearby Locations

🛒Grocery Stores
Short drive

Amp Electrician, AC & Furnace Repair

3 mindrive
Meijer
6 mindrive
Rodriguez Supermarket
8 mindrive
Walmart Supercenter
9 mindrive
🍽️Restaurants
Quick drive

Fazoli's

6 mindrive
Arby's
7 mindrive
Wendy's
8 mindrive
Tropical Smoothie Cafe
6 mindrive

+1 more

Coffee Shops
Quick drive

Starbucks

6 mindrive
🍺Bars & Breweries
Quick drive

Play Station Pub

6 mindrive
River City Saloon
5 mindrive
Point Bar
8 mindrive
Saint Georges Hall
9 mindrive

+1 more

🧑‍🌾Farmers Markets
Quick drive

Momma D's Kitchen

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

Alpine Estates Park

8 minbike· 18 min walk· 5 min drive
Richmond Park
10 minbike
Harrison Park
7 mindrive
English Hills Park
9 mindrive
🛝Playgrounds
Bikeable

Alpine Estates Park Playground

8 minbike· 18 min walk· 5 min drive
Richmond Park Playground
11 minbike
Richmond Park Playground
12 minbike
🏞️Lakes & Water
Quick drive

Soft Water Lake

12 mindrive
Lamberton Lake
12 mindrive
Emerald Lake
13 mindrive
🏖️Beaches
Quick drive

Lamberton Lake Fen Nature Preserve Beach

12 mindrive
🥾Hiking Trails
Quick drive

Riverside Park Drive Northwest

8 mindrive
Riverside Park Drive Northwest
9 mindrive
Riverside Park Drive Northwest
8 mindrive
Sibley Tunnel
10 mindrive

+1 more

🐕Dog Parks
Bikeable

Richmond Hills Dog Park

8 minbike· 22 min walk· 4 min drive
Covell Dog Park
9 mindrive
Downtown Westside Dog Park
11 mindrive
🚴Bike Paths
Bikeable

Fred Meijer Pioneer Trail

7 minbike· 18 min walk
Fred Meijer Pioneer Trail
9 minbike
Fred Meijer Pioneer Trail
9 minbike
Fred Meijer Pioneer Trail
12 minbike

+1 more

Boat Launches
Quick drive

Comstock Riverside Park Launch

10 mindrive
Butterworth Park Launch
13 mindrive
Golf Courses
Quick drive

Kent Country Club

13 mindrive
Mines Golf Course
10 mindrive
Alpine Golf Club
14 mindrive
Gracewil Country Club
10 mindrive
💪Gyms & Fitness
Quick drive

8th Day Gym

10 mindrive
The Loading Dock
9 mindrive
The Loading Dock
9 mindrive
🚌Transit Stops
Walkable

3 Mile/Bristol (WB)

15 minwalk· 5 min bike· 3 min drive
3 Mile/Bristol (EB)
6 minbike
3 Mile/Valley (WB)
8 minbike
3 Mile/Walkent Dr (EB)
9 minbike

+1 more

💊Pharmacies
Quick drive

Walker Street Pharmacy

6 mindrive· 16 min bike
Walgreens
8 mindrive
Walgreens
9 mindrive
Rite Aid
9 mindrive
📚Libraries
Quick drive

West Leonard Library

9 mindrive· 15 min bike
Van Belkum Branch
10 mindrive
West Side Library
12 mindrive
KDL Comstock Park
11 mindrive
👶Daycares
Quick drive

Kenowa Hills Early Childhood Center

11 mindrive
🎬Movie Theaters
Quick drive

AMC Grand Rapids 18

8 mindrive
Celebration Cinema Studio Park
11 mindrive

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Data sources: schools · Updated 4/2/2026