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Subdivision22.4 acres

Parkview Heights

Convenient location

🏙️2 mito Downtown GR
🏞️27 mito Lake Michigan
🌳Top 14% park access
🎓Schools
42

Average schools

  • Grand Rapids Public Schools
  • 43 rated schools nearby
  • Best nearby: 8/10
🌲Nature & Outdoors

Park-rich area

  • 10 parks within 1 mile
  • Sibley Tunnel: 2 min drive
  • Trestle Trail: 5 min drive
🚶Walkability
46

Somewhat walkable

  • 0 places within a 10 min walk
🧑‍🌾Farmers market nearby

This compact 22-acre community on Grand Rapids' west side offers spacious living with generous lot sizes and well-maintained ranch-style homes. The area features mature neighborhoods with established character, where residents enjoy amenities like fireplaces, attached garages, and room to spread out on larger properties.

Located conveniently near John Ball Park and other green spaces, the neighborhood provides easy access to dining and daily needs, with several restaurants within walking distance and grocery options nearby. Families have access to Grand Rapids Public Schools, including some highly-rated options in the district. The west side location offers a quieter residential feel while maintaining good transit connections to the broader Grand Rapids area.

This area works well for families seeking more space and established neighborhoods, as well as professionals who appreciate the balance of suburban tranquility with urban convenience.

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

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
3Shawmut Hills SchoolElementary · PK-08 · 261 students · 16:1 · 0.0 mi
2Westwood Middle SchoolMiddle · 06-08 · 189 students · 14:1 · 0.0 mi

Environment & Amenities

Nearest Park

John Ball Park

0.3 mi

Parks Nearby

10

within 1 mile

Nearest Lake

Battjes Lake

2.3 mi

Walkability

4.6

Fair

Overall walkability score out of 10

🛒Daily Errands
3.5
🍽️Dining
5.8
🌳Nature
2.8
🚌Transit
6.5
💪Fitness
1.5

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

Nearby Locations

🛒Grocery Stores
Quick drive

Family Fare

6 mindrive
Bridge Street Market
5 mindrive
Amp Electrician, AC & Furnace Repair
8 mindrive
Rodriguez Supermarket
8 mindrive

+1 more

🍽️Restaurants
Walkable

Fu Garden

13 minwalk· 9 min bike· 4 min drive
B.C. Pizza
14 minwalk
Big Apple Bagels
15 minwalk
Mr Burger
15 minwalk
Coffee Shops
Walkable

Biggby

14 minwalk· 9 min bike· 3 min drive
Eden Cafe
4 mindrive
Tim Hortons
5 mindrive
The Bitter End Coffeehouse
6 mindrive

+1 more

🍺Bars & Breweries
Short drive

Putt Putt's Bar & Grille

3 mindrive· 21 min walk· 19 min bike
Joey's Tavern
4 mindrive
Tip Top Deluxe Bar & Grill
6 mindrive
Küsterer Brauhaus
6 mindrive

+1 more

🧑‍🌾Farmers Markets
Quick drive

Momma D's Kitchen

5 mindrive
Webster's Market Inc
7 mindrive
The Arts Marketplace
8 mindrive
Grand Rapids Downtown Market
8 mindrive

+1 more

🌳Parks
Walkable

Covell Park

15 minwalk· 10 min bike· 4 min drive
Tremont Greenspace
11 minbike
Picnic Area
4 mindrive
John Ball Park
7 mindrive

+1 more

🛝Playgrounds
Short drive

Picnic Area Playground

4 mindrive· 20 min walk· 16 min bike
John Ball south playground
5 mindrive
Lincoln Park Playground
4 mindrive
Lincoln Park Playground
5 mindrive

+1 more

🏞️Lakes & Water
Quick drive

Battjes Lake

14 mindrive
Lake Leota
13 mindrive
Millennium Park Lake
13 mindrive
Lamar Lake
13 mindrive

+1 more

🏖️Beaches
Quick drive

Georgetown Community Park Beach

13 mindrive
Millennium Park Beach
13 mindrive
Lamberton Lake Fen Nature Preserve Beach
13 mindrive
🥾Hiking Trails
Short drive

Sibley Tunnel

2 mindrive
Trestle Trail
5 mindrive
Trestle Trail
6 mindrive
Trestle Trail
6 mindrive

+1 more

🐕Dog Parks
Bikeable

Covell Dog Park

10 minbike· 15 min walk· 4 min drive
Downtown Westside Dog Park
7 mindrive
Richmond Hills Dog Park
10 mindrive
Hillcrest Dog Park
10 mindrive
🚴Bike Paths
Bikeable

Butterworth Park Trail

15 minbike· 28 min walk
Kent Trails
12 minbike
Boat Launches
Quick drive

Johnson Park Launch

10 mindrive
Butterworth Park Launch
6 mindrive
Comstock Riverside Park Launch
10 mindrive
Grandville Launch
10 mindrive
Golf Courses
Short drive

Mines Golf Course

3 mindrive
Kent Country Club
12 mindrive
Gracewil Country Club
14 mindrive
💪Gyms & Fitness
Short drive

Planet Fitness

5 mindrive
8th Day Gym
6 mindrive
Planet Fitness
7 mindrive
The Loading Dock
8 mindrive

+1 more

🚌Transit Stops
Walkable

Bridge/Grandview Apartments (EB)

13 minwalk· 9 min bike· 3 min drive
Bridge/Grandview Apartments (WB)
14 minwalk
Bridge/Mt. Mercy (WB)
12 minbike
Bridge/Bristol (EB)
3 mindrive

+1 more

💊Pharmacies
Walkable

Rite Aid

14 minwalk· 9 min bike· 3 min drive
Walker Street Pharmacy
7 mindrive
Walgreens
9 mindrive
Walgreens Pharmacy
7 mindrive
📚Libraries
Quick drive

West Side Library

5 mindrive· 19 min bike
West Leonard Library
11 mindrive
Grand Rapids Public Library
9 mindrive
Van Belkum Branch
9 mindrive

+1 more

🎬Movie Theaters
Quick drive

Celebration Cinema Studio Park

6 mindrive
Wealthy Theater
12 mindrive
AMC Grand Rapids 18
10 mindrive
Celebration! Cinema North
14 mindrive

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

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