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Subdivision5.1 acres

Patterson'S Add.

Easy outdoor access

🏙️3 mito Downtown GR
🏞️30 mito Lake Michigan
🌲Nature & Outdoors

Park-rich area

  • 7 parks within 1 mile
  • Plaster Creek Trail: 2 min drive
  • Plaster Creek Trail: 4 min drive
🚶Walkability
58

Somewhat walkable

  • Division/Alger (SB): 2 min walk
  • 10 places within a 10 min walk
🎓Schools
38

Below average schools

  • Grand Rapids Public Schools
  • 43 rated schools nearby
  • Best nearby: 8/10
🛝Walk to a playground
🧑‍🌾Farmers market nearby

This 5-acre area in Kent County offers a unique blend of suburban convenience and open space living. With excellent public transit access scoring a perfect 10/10, residents enjoy easy connectivity throughout the Grand Rapids region while maintaining a more spacious residential feel. The neighborhood provides solid walkability for dining options, with 10 restaurants within walking distance and convenient access to 5 grocery stores within a short drive.

Outdoor enthusiasts will appreciate the proximity to Plaster Creek and 7 parks within a mile, plus easy access to Battjes Lake for water activities. The area is served by Grand Rapids Public Schools, with some highly-rated options nearby. With a 55% owner-occupancy rate, the community maintains a stable, invested feel. This location works particularly well for families seeking larger lots with urban amenities, commuters who value transit access, and those who want the benefits of Grand Rapids living with more breathing room.

Environment & Amenities

Flood Risk

None

Not in flood zone

Nearest Park

Plaster Creek

0.2 mi

Parks Nearby

7

within 1 mile

Nearest Lake

Battjes Lake

2.3 mi

Walkability

5.8

Fair

Overall walkability score out of 10

🛒Daily Errands
3.6
🍽️Dining
6.2
🌳Nature
3.5
🚌Transit
10.0
💪Fitness
0.0

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

Nearby Locations

🛒Grocery Stores
Bikeable

El Especial Supermarket & Bakery

8 minbike· 19 min walk· 4 min drive
Ken's Fruit Market
8 minbike
ALDI
12 minbike
Family Fare
9 mindrive

+1 more

🍽️Restaurants
Walkable

Popeyes

11 minwalk· 5 min bike· 3 min drive
Pizza Hut
7 minbike
Los Dos Amigos Mexican Restaurant
8 minbike
Tortilleria y Restaurante La Guadalupana
8 minbike

+1 more

Coffee Shops
Bikeable

Sip Coffee and Cocktails

8 minbike· 21 min walk· 5 min drive
Seoul Market Cafe
8 mindrive
Biggby Coffee
8 mindrive
🍺Bars & Breweries
Easy walk

Log Cabin

2 minwalk· <1 min bike· 1 min drive
The Brass Ring
8 minbike
Tin Can/City View Flats
10 mindrive
🧑‍🌾Farmers Markets
Bikeable

Lee's Oriental Market

7 minbike· 17 min walk· 3 min drive
Plaza Mexico
5 mindrive
Grand Rapids Downtown Market
9 mindrive
The Arts Marketplace
9 mindrive
🌳Parks
Short walk

Plaster Creek

7 minwalk· 3 min bike· 3 min drive
Plaster Creek
10 minwalk
Burton Woods Park
11 minwalk
Plaster Creek Family Park
11 minwalk

+1 more

🛝Playgrounds
Short walk

Plaster Creek Playground

7 minwalk· 3 min bike· 7 min drive
Plaster Creek Family Park Playground
12 minwalk
The Meadows
13 minwalk
Garfield Park Playground
8 minbike

+1 more

🏞️Lakes & Water
Quick drive

Battjes Lake

11 mindrive
Lamar Lake
12 mindrive
Luvis Lake
13 mindrive
🥾Hiking Trails
Short drive

Plaster Creek Trail

2 mindrive
Plaster Creek Trail
4 mindrive
Tennyson Drive Southwest
7 mindrive
Plaster Creek Trail
8 mindrive

+1 more

🐕Dog Parks
Quick drive

Wyoming Dog Park Dog Park

10 mindrive
Downtown Westside Dog Park
12 mindrive
🚴Bike Paths
Short walk

Plaster Creek Trail

7 minwalk· 3 min bike
Plaster Creek Trail
11 minwalk
Grand Rapids Bike Park Trail
12 minbike
Grand Rapids Bike Park Trail
12 minbike

+1 more

Boat Launches
Quick drive

Butterworth Park Launch

10 mindrive
Comstock Riverside Park Launch
14 mindrive
Golf Courses
Quick drive

Indian Trails Golf Course

12 mindrive
Kaufman Golf Course
13 mindrive
Mines Golf Course
13 mindrive
💪Gyms & Fitness
Quick drive

Planet Fitness

10 mindrive
8th Day Gym
10 mindrive
🚌Transit Stops
Easy walk

Division/Alger (SB)

2 minwalk· 1 min bike· 1 min drive
Division/Alger (NB)
2 minwalk
Kroc Center Station (SB)
3 minwalk
Kroc Center Station (NB)
4 minwalk

+1 more

💊Pharmacies
Quick drive

Walgreens

7 mindrive· 16 min bike
📚Libraries
Bikeable

Seymour Library

8 minbike· 21 min walk· 6 min drive
Madison Square Library
7 mindrive
KDL Wyoming Branch
9 mindrive
Ottawa Hills Public Library
10 mindrive
👶Daycares
Quick drive

Kelloggsville Early Childhood Learning Center

9 mindrive
🎬Movie Theaters
Quick drive

Celebration Cinema Studio Park

8 mindrive
Wealthy Theater
14 mindrive
Phoenix Theatres Woodland Mall
14 mindrive

Nearby Schools

3.8
/10 avg
Below 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
4Burton ElementaryElementary · PK-05 · 376 students · 14:1 · 0.0 mi
4Innovation Central HighHigh · 09-12 · 523 students · 16:1 · 0.0 mi
2Burton Middle SchoolMiddle · 06-08 · 482 students · 18:1 · 0.0 mi

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Data sources: schools · Updated 4/2/2026