Ridgewood Park
Solid value in a growing area
Median $289K·Walkability 5.4/10·Schools 4.6/10
Ridgewood Park sits on just two acres within Shawmut Hills, a northwest corner of Grand Rapids where tree-lined streets and rolling lots give residents real breathing room—lots here average 0.30 acres, which means a genuine yard instead of a postage stamp. The subdivision's proximity to downtown (about 6 minutes by car) and the airport (closer to 23) makes commuting straightforward without the trade-off of feeling detached. Homes run around $289K and tend to fall between 1,200 and 3,000 square feet, mixing ranch and colonial styles built mostly in the 1950s and '60s. A restaurant sits just a 4-minute walk away, and you've got 72 dining options within a mile, plus Valley Field Park is essentially at your doorstep—three minutes on foot. The Grand Rapids Public Schools district serves the area, and seven parks cluster within walking distance, so outdoor access isn't something you have to hunt for.
Why people love it here
$289K median
- Assessor estimate
Park-rich area
- 35 parks within 1 mile
- Sullivan Field: 3 min walk
- Valley Field: 7 min walk
Walkable for daily errands
- Sullivan Field: 3 min walk
- 8 places within a 10 min walk
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Median home price in Ridgewood Park
Estimated Monthly Payment
$1,965/mo
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Est. Home Value
$289K
Assessor estimate
Parcels / Units
6
Median Lot Size
0.28 ac
0.12 ac – 0.48 ac
Flood Risk
None
Not in flood zone
Nearest Park
Valley Field
0.1 mi
Parks Nearby
35
within 1 mile
Walkability
Fair
Overall walkability score out of 10
Based on actual walk/bike/drive times to nearby amenities via Mapbox
Frequently asked about Ridgewood Park
- What do homes cost in Ridgewood Park?
- The median home value in Ridgewood Park is about $289,450. Individual prices vary by street, size, and condition.
- What schools serve Ridgewood Park?
- Ridgewood Park is served by Grand Rapids Public Schools. Its highest-rated assigned school is Center for Economicology (8/10).
- Is Ridgewood Park walkable?
- Ridgewood Park scores 5.4/10 for walkability — a measure of walking, biking, and driving access to groceries, dining, parks, schools, and transit.