
Richards Fairplains Plat
Explore Richards Fairplains Plat — a platted subdivision in Greater Grand Rapids.
“Surrounded by nature”
Park-rich area
- 4 parks within 1 mile
- Huff Park Short/Long Loop: 4 min drive
- Riverside Park Drive Northwest: 6 min drive
$246K median
- 3 sales in past year
Somewhat walkable
- Fuller/Alberta (NB): 2 min walk
- 9 places within a 10 min walk
This quiet residential area in Kent County offers spacious living with generous lot sizes averaging 0.14 acres, giving residents plenty of room to spread out. The neighborhood feels peaceful and park-like, with several homes situated on quiet dead-end streets that create a secluded atmosphere. Huff Park serves as the community's backyard, featuring playgrounds, ball fields, and scenic wetlands boardwalks just a short walk away.
With excellent transit access and nine restaurants within walking distance, residents enjoy convenient access to dining and transportation while maintaining a suburban feel. The area is served by Grand Rapids Public Schools, and Lamberton Lake provides water recreation opportunities just over a mile away. This location works well for families seeking larger lots and outdoor access, as well as commuters who appreciate the strong transit connections to greater Grand Rapids.
3 sold in the past 12 months — homes here go fast
Environment & Amenities
Flood Risk
None
Not in flood zone
Nearest Park
Huff Park
0.2 mi
Parks Nearby
4
within 1 mile
Nearest Lake
Lamberton Lake
1.4 mi
At a Glance
Median Home Price
$250K
3 sales/yr
Parcels / Units
92
Median Lot Size
0.14 ac
0.11 ac – 0.43 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
Family Fare
+1 more
Little Caesars
+1 more
Biggby Coffee
+1 more
Vinny's bar
+1 more
Momma D's Kitchen
+1 more
Huff Park
+1 more
Huff Park Playground
+1 more
Soft Water Lake
Lamberton Lake Fen Nature Preserve Beach
Riverside Park Drive Northwest
+1 more
Hillcrest Dog Park
Huff Park Trail
+1 more
Comstock Riverside Park Launch
Mines Golf Course
Fitness 19
+1 more
Fuller/Alberta (NB)
+1 more
Walgreens
+1 more
Van Belkum Branch
+1 more
Kidz Clubhouse
Celebration! Cinema North
3 sold in the past 12 months — homes here go fast
Nearby Subdivisions
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