Rathbun Brookside Estate — satellite view
Subdivision24.5 acres

Rathbun Brookside Estate

Solid value in a growing area

🏙️5 mito Downtown GR
🏞️33 mito Lake Michigan
💰Home Values

$352K median

  • 3 sales in past year
🎓Schools
44

Average schools

  • Grand Rapids Public Schools
  • 33 rated schools nearby
  • Best nearby: 9/10
🏡Space & Property

16,174 sq ft avg lots

  • 56 homes

This established neighborhood in Kent County offers generous lot sizes averaging a third of an acre, giving residents plenty of space to spread out across its 24-acre area. The community features a mix of updated ranch homes and distinctive properties with unique architectural details like leaded glass and brick features. While maintaining a peaceful residential feel, the area provides solid connectivity with excellent transit access and convenient access to daily needs, with multiple grocery stores and restaurants within a short drive.

Located near Ken-O-Sha Park and served by Grand Rapids Public Schools, the neighborhood offers a quiet suburban lifestyle while keeping urban conveniences accessible. With over half of homes owner-occupied, there's a strong sense of community stability. This area works well for families seeking larger lots and established neighborhoods, professionals who value transit connectivity, and anyone looking for a peaceful residential setting with room to grow.

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

At a Glance

Median Home Price

$320K

3 sales/yr

Parcels / Units

56

Median Lot Size

0.33 ac

0.20 ac – 0.75 ac

Homeowner Rate

54.51%

Principal residence

Nearby Schools

4.4
/10 avg
Average schools

Based on 33 rated schools nearby

Range: 1/10 to 9/10

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
5John Ball Park Zoo SchoolMiddle · 06-06 · 59 students · 26:1 · 0.0 mi
5Sherwood Global Studies AcademyElementary · PK-06 · 128 students · 12:1 · 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
2Ottawa Hills High SchoolHigh · 09-12 · 369 students · -1:1 · 0.0 mi
2Alger Middle SchoolMiddle · 06-08 · 342 students · 20:1 · 0.0 mi

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

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Data sources: schools · Updated 4/2/2026