Playground Heights
Explore Playground Heights — a platted subdivision in Greater Grand Rapids.
“Solid value in a growing area”
$428K median
- 1 sales in past year
Somewhat walkable
- Burton Woods Park: 5 min walk
- 9 places within a 10 min walk
Park-rich area
- 12 parks within 1 mile
- Plaster Creek Trail: 3 min drive
- Plaster Creek Trail: 4 min drive
This quiet residential area offers generous lot sizes averaging 0.20 acres, providing residents with plenty of space and privacy. The neighborhood backs up to Garfield Park, giving many homes direct access to green space and outdoor recreation. With moderate walkability and excellent transit access, residents can easily reach nearby amenities including 10 restaurants within walking distance and convenient grocery shopping less than a mile away.
The location provides a nice balance of suburban space and urban convenience, with Burton Woods Park among 12 parks within a mile for outdoor activities. Students attend Grand Rapids Public Schools, with some excellent nearby options available. The area maintains a strong sense of community with 55% owner-occupied homes and established tree-lined streets.
This neighborhood works well for families seeking larger lots and park access, professionals who value transit connectivity, and anyone looking for a peaceful residential setting while staying connected to Grand Rapids amenities.
1 sold in the past 12 months — homes here go fast
At a Glance
Median Home Price
$375K
1 sales/yr
Parcels / Units
65
Median Lot Size
0.20 ac
0.17 ac – 0.61 ac
Homeowner Rate
54.51%
Principal residence
Walkability
Fair
Overall walkability score out of 10
Based on actual walk/bike/drive times to nearby amenities via Mapbox
Nearby Locations
Ken's Fruit Market
Popeyes
+1 more
Sip Coffee and Cocktails
Log Cabin
Lee's Oriental Market
Burton Woods Park
+1 more
Garfield Park Playground
+1 more
Battjes Lake
Plaster Creek Trail
+1 more
Wyoming Dog Park Dog Park
Plaster Creek Trail
+1 more
Butterworth Park Launch
Indian Trails Golf Course
Burton/Jefferson (EB)
+1 more
Walgreens
Seymour Library
Kelloggsville Early Childhood Learning Center
Wealthy Theater
Environment & Amenities
Flood Risk
None
Not in flood zone
Nearest Park
Burton Woods Park
0.0 mi
Parks Nearby
12
within 1 mile
Nearest Lake
Battjes Lake
2.6 mi
1 sold in the past 12 months — homes here go fast
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