
Perkins Add
Explore Perkins Add — a platted subdivision in Greater Grand Rapids.
“Walkable and connected”
Very walkable
- Lafayette/Cedar (NB): 2 min walk
- 10 places within a 10 min walk
$198K median
- 1 sales in past year
Park-rich area
- 14 parks within 1 mile
- Mary Waters Park: 6 min walk
- Grand Rapids Riverwalk East: 6 min drive
This compact 7-acre area in Kent County offers an intriguing blend of urban convenience and efficient living. With a median lot size of just 0.11 acres, properties here maximize space while keeping you connected to downtown Grand Rapids' energy. The location shines for walkability, earning particularly high marks for transit access and fitness opportunities, with 23 restaurants within walking distance and plenty of nearby amenities including Mary Waters Park among 14 parks within a mile.
The area serves families through Grand Rapids Public Schools, with some excellent options nearby balancing the district's range. Coffee shops, grocery stores, and daily necessities sit within comfortable walking or biking distance, making car-free living feasible for many residents. This spot works exceptionally well for urban professionals, young couples, and anyone who values proximity to downtown culture and dining while maintaining access to green spaces and recreational opportunities.
1 sold in the past 12 months — homes here go fast
Walkability
Good
Overall walkability score out of 10
Based on actual walk/bike/drive times to nearby amenities via Mapbox
Nearby Locations
Creston Market
+1 more
Silva
+1 more
Rowster Coffee
Rezervoir Lounge
+1 more
Webster's Market Inc
+1 more
Mary Waters Park
+1 more
Mary Waters Park Playground
+1 more
Soft Water Lake
Lamberton Lake Fen Nature Preserve Beach
Grand Rapids Riverwalk East
+1 more
Downtown Westside Dog Park
Belknap Lookout Trail
+1 more
Comstock Riverside Park Launch
Kent Country Club
Communitea Wellness
+1 more
Lafayette/Cedar (NB)
+1 more
Walgreens
Van Belkum Branch
+1 more
Celebration Cinema Studio Park
At a Glance
Median Home Price
$224K
1 sales/yr
Parcels / Units
45
Median Lot Size
0.11 ac
3358 sq ft – 0.23 ac
Homeowner Rate
54.51%
Principal residence
Environment & Amenities
Flood Risk
None
Not in flood zone
Nearest Park
Mary Waters Park
0.1 mi
Parks Nearby
14
within 1 mile
Nearest Lake
Fisk Lake
2.7 mi
1 sold in the past 12 months — homes here go fast
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