Orchard Homesites — satellite view
Subdivision8.9 acres

Orchard Homesites

Surrounded by nature

🏙️4 mito Downtown GR
🏞️29 mito Lake Michigan
🌲Nature & Outdoors

Park-rich area

  • 6 parks within 1 mile
  • Rifle Range Road Northeast: 4 min drive
  • Soft Water Lake: 8 min bike
💰Home Values

$314K median

  • 1 sales in past year
🎓Schools
55

Average schools

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

This quiet 9-acre neighborhood offers a peaceful residential setting with generous lot sizes averaging about a quarter-acre each. The area provides a suburban feel while maintaining convenient access to urban amenities, with 13 restaurants within walking distance and essential services nearby. Residents enjoy easy access to Grotto Park and five other parks within a mile, plus Soft Water Lake just over half a mile away for outdoor recreation. Two boat launches within five miles make this appealing for water enthusiasts.

The community is served by Grand Rapids Public Schools, and the moderate walkability score reflects the suburban character where daily errands typically require a car. With 55% owner-occupied homes, the neighborhood has an established feel with residents who take pride in maintaining their properties. This area works well for families seeking space and tranquility while staying connected to Grand Rapids amenities, and for anyone who values larger lots and outdoor access.

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

Environment & Amenities

Flood Risk

None

Not in flood zone

Nearest Park

Grotto Park

0.4 mi

Parks Nearby

6

within 1 mile

Nearest Lake

Soft Water Lake

0.6 mi

At a Glance

Median Home Price

$415K

1 sales/yr

Parcels / Units

25

Median Lot Size

0.27 ac

0.21 ac – 0.42 ac

Homeowner Rate

54.51%

Principal residence

Nearby Schools

5.5
/10 avg
Average schools

Based on 19 rated schools nearby

Range: 2/10 to 8/10

School District: Grand Rapids Public Schools

8City MiddleHighHigh · 07-12 · 908 students · 23:1 · 0.0 mi
8Center for EconomicologyMiddle · 06-06 · 59 students · 22:1 · 0.0 mi
8North Park Montessori AcademyElementary · PK-08 · 376 students · 15:1 · 0.0 mi
6Union High SchoolHigh · 09-12 · 922 students · 20:1 · 0.0 mi
6Blandford SchoolMiddle · 06-06 · 60 students · 23:1 · 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
2Riverside Middle SchoolMiddle · 06-08 · 248 students · 16:1 · 0.0 mi

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

Data sources: schools · Updated 4/2/2026