Riverside Gardens
Strong schools draw families here
Median $394K·Walkability 4.6/10·Schools 4.7/10
Riverside Gardens sits on the east side of Grand Rapids, right in the middle of Creston, where you're about nine minutes from downtown but surrounded by the neighborhood's slower pace. The subdivision spreads across 16 acres with compact lots—around a quarter-acre each—and homes that typically run $354K. You've got 18 restaurants and 30 grocers within a mile or so, plus a transit stop just two minutes on foot if you don't feel like driving. The real draw is how tight everything is: Riverside Park and the Grand River sit close by, there's a coffee shop 1.5 miles out, and the Veterans Nature Trail is practically across the street for a quick walk. Downtown is an easy 8.8-minute drive when you need it, Gerald Ford airport about 24 minutes. It's the kind of spot where you get access without the noise, and enough space to breathe without feeling isolated. Forest Hills Public Schools serves the area.
Why people love it here
City MiddleHigh
- High — 1.2 mi away
- Grand Rapids
- 9 rated schools in district
$394K median
- 5 sales in last 12mo
Park-rich area
- 35 parks within 1 mile
- Unnamed bike_path: 7 min walk
- Veterans Nature Trail Trail: 7 min walk
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Median home price in Riverside Gardens
Estimated Monthly Payment
$2,675/mo
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See what your home is worthBased on 14 rated schools nearby
Range: 2/10 to 8/10
School District: Grand Rapids Public Schools
Median Sale Price
$394K
5 sales in last 12mo
Parcels / Units
53
Median Lot Size
0.18 ac
0.16 ac – 0.46 ac
Flood Risk
None
Not in flood zone
Nearest Park
Veterans Nature Trail
0.3 mi
Parks Nearby
35
within 1 mile
Frequently asked about Riverside Gardens
- What do homes cost in Riverside Gardens?
- The median home value in Riverside Gardens is about $394,000. Individual prices vary by street, size, and condition.
- How active is the Riverside Gardens housing market?
- no homes are listed in Riverside Gardens right now, and 5 homes sold here in the last 12 months. Listings refresh throughout the day from the MichRIC MLS.
- What schools serve Riverside Gardens?
- Riverside Gardens is served by Grand Rapids Public Schools. Its highest-rated assigned school is City MiddleHigh (8/10).
- Is Riverside Gardens walkable?
- Riverside Gardens scores 4.6/10 for walkability — a measure of walking, biking, and driving access to groceries, dining, parks, schools, and transit.