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Subdivision8.4 acres

Orchard View Plat

Surrounded by nature

🏙️3 mito Downtown GR
🏞️31 mito Lake Michigan
🌲Nature & Outdoors

Park-rich area

  • 3 parks within 1 mile
  • Huff Park Short/Long Loop: 5 min drive
  • Huff Park: 5 min drive
💰Home Values

$516K median

🎓Schools
60

Above average schools

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

This quiet 8-acre community in Kent County offers spacious living with generous lot sizes averaging about a third of an acre each. The rural character provides plenty of room to spread out, while still maintaining reasonable access to everyday necessities with four grocery stores within a short drive and several dining options nearby.

Outdoor enthusiasts will appreciate the proximity to Ball Perkins Park and two other parks within walking distance, plus Emerald Lake just under two miles away for water activities. With four boat launches accessible within five miles, water recreation is easily within reach. The area serves families through Grand Rapids Public Schools, including access to a top-rated school nearby. This location works best for those seeking a more rural lifestyle with larger properties while staying connected to Grand Rapids amenities, particularly families who value outdoor recreation and space for hobbies or gardening.

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Environment & Amenities

Flood Risk

None

Not in flood zone

Nearest Park

Ball Perkins Park

0.5 mi

Parks Nearby

3

within 1 mile

Nearest Lake

Emerald Lake

1.7 mi

At a Glance

Est. Home Value

$516K

Based on assessor data

Parcels / Units

19

Median Lot Size

0.32 ac

0.26 ac – 0.51 ac

Homeowner Rate

54.51%

Principal residence

Nearby Schools

6.0
/10 avg
Above average schools

Based on 23 rated schools nearby

Range: 1/10 to 10/10

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
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
4Aberdeen SchoolElementary · PK-08 · 234 students · 13:1 · 0.0 mi
2Riverside Middle SchoolMiddle · 06-08 · 248 students · 16:1 · 0.0 mi
Data sources: schools, census · Updated 4/2/2026