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Subdivision11.7 acres

Richardsons Gardens

Strong schools draw families here

🏙️12 mito Downtown GR
🏞️34 mito Lake Michigan
🌳Top 5% park access
🎓Schools
75

Above average schools

  • Rockford Public Schools
  • 10 rated schools nearby
  • Best nearby: 9/10
🌲Nature & Outdoors

Park-rich area

  • 23 parks within 1 mile
  • Richardson-Sowerby Park Beach: 4 min bike
  • White Pine Trail: 6 min walk
🚶Walkability
41

Somewhat walkable

  • White Pine Trail: 6 min walk
  • 10 places within a 10 min walk

This quiet 12-acre enclave offers the perfect blend of small-town convenience and peaceful residential living in Rockford. With homes situated on larger lots along tree-lined streets, residents enjoy easy walking access to downtown Rockford's shops and restaurants, plus direct proximity to the popular White Pine Trail for biking and walking. The area features 13 restaurants within a mile and convenient access to daily necessities, while maintaining a strong sense of community with 76% owner-occupied homes.

Students attend Rockford Public Schools, known for academic excellence in the region. The neighborhood's location provides the best of both worlds - close enough to downtown amenities for a 10-minute stroll, yet tucked away on peaceful residential streets. With 23 parks nearby and multiple boat launches within a short drive, outdoor recreation opportunities abound. This area works exceptionally well for families seeking a quiet residential setting with walkable access to local amenities, and professionals who appreciate the small-town atmosphere while staying connected to the broader Grand Rapids area.

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

Nearby Schools

7.5
/10 avg
Above average schools

Based on 10 rated schools nearby

Range: 1/10 to 9/10

School District: Rockford Public Schools

9North Rockford Middle SchoolMiddle · 06-08 · 885 students · 13:1 · 0.0 mi
8Rockford Spanish ImmersionElementary · K-05 · 304 students · 21:1 · 0.0 mi
8Rockford High SchoolHigh · 09-12 · 1,819 students · 19:1 · 0.0 mi
8Rockford HS Freshman CenterHigh · 09-12 · 597 students · 16:1 · 0.0 mi
8Meadow Ridge Elementary SchoolElementary · PK-05 · 439 students · 13:1 · 0.0 mi

Environment & Amenities

Flood Risk

0.11%

FEMA flood zone

Nearest Park

Unnamed park

0.2 mi

Parks Nearby

23

within 1 mile

Nearest Lake

Lake Bella Vista

2.8 mi

Walkability

4.1

Fair

Overall walkability score out of 10

🛒Daily Errands
1.8
🍽️Dining
6.5
🌳Nature
3.5
🚌Transit
0.0
💪Fitness
3.0

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

Nearby Locations

🛒Grocery Stores
Bikeable

Family Fare

11 minbike· 25 min walk· 8 min drive
🍽️Restaurants
Walkable

Kawa Sushi and Grill

11 minwalk· 5 min bike· 5 min drive
Vitale's
12 minwalk
Toasted Pickle
12 minwalk
Burger Shack
12 minwalk

+1 more

Coffee Shops
Walkable

The Peppermill Grill

11 minwalk· 6 min bike· 6 min drive
Sweetland Chocolate & Coffee
13 minwalk
🍺Bars & Breweries
Walkable

Rogue River Tavern

13 minwalk· 6 min bike· 6 min drive
Corner Bar
14 minwalk
🌳Parks
Short walk

Cahill Park

8 minwalk· 5 min bike· 2 min drive
Pickett Park
8 minwalk
Rockford Dog Park
8 minwalk
Richardson-Sowerby Park
10 minwalk

+1 more

🛝Playgrounds
Short walk

Pickett Park

8 minwalk· 5 min bike· 3 min drive
Richardson-Sowerby Park Playground
9 minwalk
Rotary Jaycee Park Playground
9 minbike
🏞️Lakes & Water
Quick drive

Clear Bottom Lake

12 mindrive
🏖️Beaches
Quick drive

Versluis Park Beach

15 mindrive
Richardson-Sowerby Park Beach
4 minbike
Garden Club Park Beach
6 minbike
🥾Hiking Trails
Quick drive

White Pine Trail

8 mindrive
Luton Yellow Trail
13 mindrive
Luton Yellow Trail
13 mindrive
Luton Black Trail
8 mindrive
🚴Bike Paths
Short walk

White Pine Trail

6 minwalk· 4 min bike
White Pine Trail
7 minwalk
Sowerby Add. No.1 Area Trail
7 minwalk
White Pine Trail
8 minwalk

+1 more

Boat Launches
Short drive

Rockford - Rogue River Launch

5 mindrive
Rogue River Launch (A-41-102)
10 mindrive
Rogue River Launch (A-41-011)
15 mindrive
Golf Courses
Quick drive

Blythefield Country Club

12 mindrive
💪Gyms & Fitness
Bikeable

Snap Fitness

11 minbike· 24 min walk· 7 min drive
MVP Fitness
11 minbike
📚Libraries
Walkable

Krause Memorial Library

14 minwalk· 7 min bike· 6 min drive

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

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Data sources: schools · Updated 4/2/2026