Richards 2nd Add. — satellite view
Subdivision12.2 acres

Richards 2nd Add.

Solid value in a growing area

🏙️2 mito Downtown GR
🏞️28 mito Lake Michigan
🌳Top 10% park access
💰Home Values

$269K median

  • 1 sales in past year
🚶Walkability
59

Somewhat walkable

  • John Ball Zoo Station (EB): 2 min walk
  • 16 places within a 10 min walk
🌲Nature & Outdoors

Park-rich area

  • 13 parks within 1 mile
  • Sibley Tunnel: 3 min drive
  • Grand Rapids Riverwalk West: 5 min drive
🛝Walk to a playground
🧑‍🌾Farmers market nearby

This intimate 12-acre community in Kent County offers a unique blend of urban convenience and quiet residential living. With larger lot sizes averaging 0.12 acres, residents enjoy more space than typical city neighborhoods while maintaining excellent walkability for dining - you'll find 17 restaurants within a mile and your nearest eatery just steps away. The location provides outstanding transit access, making commutes throughout the Grand Rapids area effortless.

The area strikes an interesting balance between accessibility and tranquility, with grocery stores and coffee shops easily reachable while maintaining a peaceful residential feel. Families have access to Grand Rapids Public Schools, including some highly-rated options nearby. With 13 parks within walking distance and three boat launches within a short drive, outdoor recreation opportunities abound. This community works well for professionals seeking convenient transit access, small families wanting space to grow, and anyone who values the combination of urban amenities with a more spacious residential setting.

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

At a Glance

Median Home Price

$235K

1 sales/yr

Parcels / Units

53

Median Lot Size

0.12 ac

3524 sq ft – 0.28 ac

Homeowner Rate

54.51%

Principal residence

Walkability

5.9

Fair

Overall walkability score out of 10

🛒Daily Errands
3.0
🍽️Dining
9.4
🌳Nature
4.0
🚌Transit
10.0
💪Fitness
1.5

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

Nearby Locations

🛒Grocery Stores
Bikeable

Bridge Street Market

10 minbike· 23 min walk· 5 min drive
Rodriguez Supermarket
8 mindrive
Family Fare
6 mindrive
Amp Electrician, AC & Furnace Repair
8 mindrive

+1 more

🍽️Restaurants
Easy walk

McDonald's

5 minwalk· 3 min bike· 2 min drive
Subway
6 minwalk
Concessions
11 minwalk
Little Caesars
14 minwalk

+1 more

Coffee Shops
Short walk

Tim Hortons

10 minwalk· 4 min bike· 3 min drive
Eden Cafe
11 minwalk
The Bitter End Coffeehouse
13 minwalk
The Rower's Club
7 minbike

+1 more

🍺Bars & Breweries
Easy walk

Putt Putt's Bar & Grille

4 minwalk· 3 min bike· 2 min drive
Joey's Tavern
5 minwalk
Tip Top Deluxe Bar & Grill
7 minbike
Küsterer Brauhaus
9 minbike

+1 more

🧑‍🌾Farmers Markets
Bikeable

Momma D's Kitchen

9 minbike· 22 min walk· 5 min drive
Webster's Market Inc
12 minbike
The Arts Marketplace
8 mindrive
Grand Rapids Downtown Market
8 mindrive

+1 more

🌳Parks
Short walk

Picnic Area

6 minwalk· 3 min bike· 4 min drive
Lincoln Park
8 minwalk
John Ball Park
10 minwalk
Sibley School Park
11 minwalk

+1 more

🛝Playgrounds
Short walk

Picnic Area Playground

7 minwalk· 4 min bike· 3 min drive
Lincoln Park Playground
7 minwalk
Lincoln Park Playground
7 minwalk
Sibley School Park Playground
11 minwalk

+1 more

🏞️Lakes & Water
Quick drive

Battjes Lake

13 mindrive
Lake Leota
14 mindrive
Millennium Park Lake
13 mindrive
Lamar Lake
13 mindrive

+1 more

🏖️Beaches
Quick drive

Georgetown Community Park Beach

13 mindrive
Millennium Park Beach
13 mindrive
Lamberton Lake Fen Nature Preserve Beach
14 mindrive
🥾Hiking Trails
Short drive

Sibley Tunnel

3 mindrive
Grand Rapids Riverwalk West
6 mindrive
Grand Rapids Riverwalk West
5 mindrive
Grand Rapids Riverwalk West
6 mindrive

+1 more

🐕Dog Parks
Bikeable

Downtown Westside Dog Park

10 minbike· 23 min walk· 7 min drive
Covell Dog Park
11 minbike
Richmond Hills Dog Park
11 mindrive
Hillcrest Dog Park
10 mindrive

+1 more

🚴Bike Paths
Walkable

Butterworth Park Trail

13 minwalk· 5 min bike
Douglas Park Trail
8 minbike
Douglas Park Trail
8 minbike
Douglas Park Trail
8 minbike

+1 more

Boat Launches
Quick drive

Johnson Park Launch

10 mindrive
Butterworth Park Launch
6 mindrive
Comstock Riverside Park Launch
10 mindrive
Grandville Launch
10 mindrive
Golf Courses
Quick drive

Gracewil Country Club

15 mindrive
Mines Golf Course
4 mindrive
Kent Country Club
13 mindrive
💪Gyms & Fitness
Quick drive

8th Day Gym

6 mindrive· 14 min bike
Planet Fitness
7 mindrive
Planet Fitness
5 mindrive
The Loading Dock
8 mindrive

+1 more

🚌Transit Stops
Easy walk

John Ball Zoo Station (EB)

2 minwalk· 2 min bike· 1 min drive
Garfield Ave Station (WB)
2 minwalk
Lane/Lake Michigan (SB)
7 minwalk
Lane/Fulton (SB)
8 minwalk

+1 more

💊Pharmacies
Bikeable

Walker Street Pharmacy

10 minbike· 24 min walk· 9 min drive
Rite Aid
4 mindrive
Walgreens Pharmacy
7 mindrive
📚Libraries
Bikeable

West Side Library

8 minbike· 19 min walk· 4 min drive
West Leonard Library
11 mindrive
Grand Rapids Public Library
9 mindrive
Van Belkum Branch
9 mindrive

+1 more

🎬Movie Theaters
Quick drive

Celebration Cinema Studio Park

6 mindrive
Wealthy Theater
12 mindrive
AMC Grand Rapids 18
11 mindrive
Celebration! Cinema North
14 mindrive

Environment & Amenities

Flood Risk

100%

FEMA flood zone

Nearest Park

Picnic Area

0.2 mi

Parks Nearby

13

within 1 mile

Nearest Lake

Battjes Lake

2.4 mi

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

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Data sources: schools · Updated 4/2/2026