Patten Addition
Walkable with great nature access
Median $413K·Walkability 8.4/10·Schools 4.2/10
What surprises people about this pocket of Eastown is how much actually fits into one acre—the amended plat of Patten Addition carves out something genuinely walkable in a neighborhood that's already been built for walking. Steps from a transit stop, a grocery, restaurants, and coffee that don't require a plan, this subdivision sits in the middle of a district where over 130 businesses cluster within reach and dining alone scores a 9.3 for walkability. Downtown Grand Rapids is a five-minute drive, though most errands happen on foot—the farmers market is a short stroll away, the dog park eight minutes, and thirteen parks nestle within a mile. It's a rare sliver of plat where the real amenity isn't what's promised but what's already there: a neighborhood built decades ago by streetcar riders and late-night restaurant dreamers, now humming with the density that makes walking worth it.
Why people love it here
Walkability
Excellent
Overall walkability score out of 10
Based on actual walk/bike/drive times to nearby amenities via Mapbox
Near the water
- Reeds Lake — 1.9 mi
- 65 parks within 1 mile
- Fulton Street Farmers Market: 7 min walk
- Fisk Lake: 10 min bike
$413K median
- 2 recent sales
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Median home price in Patten Addition
Estimated Monthly Payment
$2,806/mo
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Flood Risk
None
Not in flood zone
Nearest Park
Fulton Street Farmers Market
0.2 mi
Parks Nearby
65
within 1 mile
Nearest Lake
Reeds Lake
1.9 mi
Family Fare Supermarket
Fulton Square Kitchen
Common Ground Coffee House
Pursuit of Happiness Co.
Fulton Street Farmers Market
Unnamed playground
Fisk Lake
Unnamed beach
Worcester Drive Northeast
Hillcrest Dog Park
Belknap Lookout Trail
Butterworth Park Launch
The Funky Buddha Yoga Hothouse
+1 more
Fulton/Carlton (EB)
+1 more
CVS Pharmacy
+1 more
Ottawa Hills Public Library
+1 more
daycare
Wealthy Theater
Based on 29 rated schools nearby
Range: 1/10 to 8/10
School District: William C. Abney Academy
Crime in Patten Addition is reported at the city level, not the neighborhood level. The FBI doesn't publish reliable crime rates for individual neighborhoods, and within any community crime varies street to street. For an accurate, comparable picture, see the jurisdiction-wide figures for Kent County.
Kent County crime & safety stats →To buy a median-priced Patten Addition home (around $413,400) at today's 6.49% 30-year fixed rate with 20% down, you'd need roughly $73k/year in household income to qualify — an estimated monthly payment of $2,750 (principal, interest, property tax est., and insurance).
| Down payment | Monthly payment | Income needed |
|---|---|---|
| 20% | $2,750/mo | $73,324 |
| 10% (+PMI) | $3,166/mo | $84,418 |
| 5% (+PMI) | $3,305/mo | $88,128 |
Estimates use a 6.49% 30-year fixed rate (current Freddie Mac average), an aggressive ~45% housing-to-income ratio (roughly what FHA underwriting can allow for a buyer with no other monthly debts — your number depends on your debts and credit), this area's median sale price, plus estimated insurance and PMI below 20% down. Not a commitment to lend, and not an APR — your actual rate and payment will vary.
Association and local-government details are compiled from public records, municipal sites, and state registries, and can change. Confirm directly with the association or municipality before relying on them.
Solar potential
~$881/yr in electricity from a typical rooftop solar system
Produces ~6,423 kWh/yr · offsets ~61% of a typical home's use
City of Grand Rapids Water System
Regional water provider serving ~280,000 across Kent and Ottawa counties.
City of Grand Rapids Environmental Services (Water Resource Recovery Facility)
WRRF treats ~40 MGD of wastewater.
City of Grand Rapids Refuse & Recycling
City-run refuse/recycling cart program for residents.
Consumers Energy Co · ~13.7¢/kWh
Investor-owned utility serving the region.
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DTE Gas serves much of Grand Rapids natural gas; verify by address.
Confirm by addressServices for Grand Rapids · Source: grandrapidsmi.gov
Utility, solar, and service details for Patten Addition are compiled from public records, municipal sites, and NREL / U.S. data.gov, and can change. Electric/gas can vary by address — confirm with the provider before relying on them.
🛒 Grocery(29)
Family Fare Supermarket
Grocery Store
Grocery Store
Wealthy Market
Grocery Store
+26 more within 5 miles
🍕 Restaurants(8)
Fulton Square Kitchen
Restaurant
Sugah Please Breakfast Brunch Bar
Restaurant
Restaurant
Matchbox Diner & Drinks
Restaurant
+3 more within 5 miles
☕ Coffee(13)
+10 more within 5 miles
🍺 Bars(16)
+13 more within 5 miles
🏫 Schools(30)
Saint Thomas the Apostle Catholic School
William C. Abney Academy
Hillcrest School
Congress Elementary School
School
+25 more within 5 miles
💪 Gyms(14)
Fitness Center
REVfit
Fitness Center
Communitea Wellness
Fitness Center
+11 more within 5 miles
🐕 Dog Parks(9)
Hillcrest Dog Park
Dog Park
Downtown Westside Dog Park
Dog Park
Dog Park in Northeast
Dog Park
+6 more within 5 miles
🚴 Trails(7)
Unnamed bike_path
Bike Path
Belknap Lookout Trail
Bike Path
Bike Path
Bike Path
+4 more within 5 miles
⛵ Boat Launches(2)
Boat Launch
Boat Launch
🚌 Transit(30)
Transit Stop
Transit Stop
Transit Stop
+27 more within 5 miles
💊 Pharmacies(13)
+10 more within 5 miles
👶 Childcare(2)
Frequently asked about Patten Addition
- What do homes cost in Patten Addition?
- The median home value in Patten Addition is about $413,400. Individual prices vary by street, size, and condition.
- How active is the Patten Addition housing market?
- no homes are listed in Patten Addition right now, and 2 homes sold here in the last 12 months. Listings refresh throughout the day from the MichRIC MLS.
- What schools serve Patten Addition?
- Patten Addition is served by William C. Abney Academy. Its highest-rated assigned school is Center for Economicology (8/10).
- Is Patten Addition walkable?
- Patten Addition scores 8.4/10 for walkability — a measure of walking, biking, and driving access to groceries, dining, parks, schools, and transit.