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Subdivision1.7 acres

Olmstead'S Sub.

Strong schools draw families here

🏙️14 mito Downtown GR
🏞️27 mito Lake Michigan
🌳Top 17% park access
🎓Schools
70

Above average schools

  • Sparta Area Schools
  • 3 rated schools nearby
  • Best nearby: 9/10
🚶Walkability
61

Very walkable

  • Balyeat Field Sparta Village Park: 2 min walk
  • 12 places within a 10 min walk
💰Home Values

$238K median

🛝Walk to a playground

This quiet area in Kent County offers a peaceful residential setting with generous lot sizes averaging a quarter acre, giving homeowners plenty of space to spread out. The location provides convenient access to dining options, with several restaurants within walking distance and Sparta Library Memorial Park nearby for outdoor recreation. While daily errands may require a short drive, the area maintains a relaxed suburban feel that many residents appreciate.

Families will find solid educational options through Sparta Area Schools, and the community benefits from multiple parks within a mile for outdoor activities. Though coffee shops require a longer drive, the trade-off comes in the form of larger properties and a more spacious lifestyle. With boat launches accessible within a reasonable distance and Camp Lake just over two miles away, outdoor enthusiasts have options for weekend recreation. This area works particularly well for families seeking larger lots and a quieter pace while maintaining reasonable access to essential amenities.

Nearby Schools

7.0
/10 avg
Above average schools

Based on 3 rated schools nearby

Range: 5/10 to 9/10

School District: Sparta Area Schools

9Sparta Senior High SchoolHigh · 09-12 · 851 students · 20:1 · 0.0 mi
7Appleview Elementary SchoolElementary · 03-05 · 513 students · 16:1 · 0.0 mi
5Sparta Middle SchoolMiddle · 06-08 · 473 students · 18:1 · 0.0 mi

Walkability

6.1

Good

Overall walkability score out of 10

🛒Daily Errands
5.0
🍽️Dining
7.0
🌳Nature
3.5
🚌Transit
0.0
💪Fitness
0.0

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

Nearby Locations

🛒Grocery Stores
Bikeable

Family Fare

9 minbike· 25 min walk· 5 min drive
🍽️Restaurants
Easy walk

Downtown Trini's

5 minwalk· 3 min bike· 1 min drive
Angela's Pizza
6 minwalk
McDonald's
6 minbike
🍺Bars & Breweries
Easy walk

Cellar Brewing Company

4 minwalk· 2 min bike· 1 min drive
🌳Parks
Easy walk

Balyeat Field Sparta Village Park

2 minwalk· 2 min bike· 1 min drive
Sparta Library Memorial Park
3 minwalk
Rogers Park
3 minwalk
Nash Park
8 minwalk

+1 more

🛝Playgrounds
Easy walk

Rogers Park Playground

3 minwalk· 3 min bike· 1 min drive
Spartan Park Playground
10 minwalk
Lamoreaux Park Playground
6 minbike
🏞️Lakes & Water
Quick drive

Camp Lake

12 mindrive
Wallace Lake
6 mindrive
Whit Lake
11 mindrive
Rogue Lake
12 mindrive
Boat Launches
Quick drive

Lime Lake Launch

13 mindrive
Camp Lake Launch
8 mindrive
Rogue River Launch (A-41-011)
11 mindrive
Golf Courses
Quick drive

Sparta Moose Lodge Golf Course

9 mindrive
Alpine Golf Club
11 mindrive
💊Pharmacies
Short walk

Rite Aid

7 minwalk· 3 min bike· 2 min drive
📚Libraries
Easy walk

Sparta Township Library and Community Enrichment Center

3 minwalk· 4 min bike· <1 min drive

At a Glance

Est. Home Value

$238K

Based on assessor data

Parcels / Units

5

Median Lot Size

0.25 ac

0.19 ac – 0.30 ac

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Data sources: schools · Updated 4/2/2026