Riverside Gardens Add. No.17 — satellite view
Subdivision4.4 acres

Riverside Gardens Add. No.17

Surrounded by nature

🏙️3 mito Downtown GR
🏞️29 mito Lake Michigan
🌳Top 25% park access
🌲Nature & Outdoors

Park-rich area

  • 7 parks within 1 mile
💰Home Values

$436K median

🎓Schools
52

Average schools

  • Grand Rapids Public Schools
  • 26 rated schools nearby
  • Best nearby: 8/10

This 4-acre residential area in Kent County offers generous lot sizes with a median of 0.25 acres, providing residents with more space than typical urban neighborhoods. The location provides excellent transit connectivity with a perfect 10/10 transit score, making commuting convenient for residents. With 55% owner-occupied homes, the area maintains a stable residential character.

The community enjoys easy access to nearby amenities, including five restaurants within walking distance and multiple grocery options within two miles. Riverside Park anchors the local recreation scene, and residents have access to seven parks within a mile for outdoor activities. Soft Water Lake sits just 1.4 miles away, with two boat launches within five miles for water enthusiasts. Students attend Grand Rapids Public Schools, with the best nearby school earning strong ratings. This area works well for families seeking larger lots with urban convenience, commuters who rely on public transit, and those who appreciate having outdoor recreation options nearby.

Environment & Amenities

Flood Risk

None

Not in flood zone

Nearest Park

Riverside Park

0.4 mi

Parks Nearby

7

within 1 mile

Nearest Lake

Soft Water Lake

1.4 mi

At a Glance

Est. Home Value

$436K

Based on assessor data

Parcels / Units

14

Median Lot Size

0.25 ac

0.22 ac – 0.39 ac

Homeowner Rate

54.51%

Principal residence

Nearby Schools

5.2
/10 avg
Average schools

Based on 26 rated schools nearby

Range: 2/10 to 8/10

School District: Grand Rapids Public Schools

8Center for EconomicologyMiddle · 06-06 · 59 students · 22:1 · 0.0 mi
8City MiddleHighHigh · 07-12 · 908 students · 23:1 · 0.0 mi
6Blandford SchoolMiddle · 06-06 · 60 students · 23:1 · 0.0 mi
6Union High SchoolHigh · 09-12 · 922 students · 20:1 · 0.0 mi
5John Ball Park Zoo SchoolMiddle · 06-06 · 59 students · 26:1 · 0.0 mi
5Grand Rapids Public Museum HighHigh · 09-12 · 273 students · 17:1 · 0.0 mi
4Innovation Central HighHigh · 09-12 · 523 students · 16:1 · 0.0 mi
4Aberdeen SchoolElementary · PK-08 · 234 students · 13:1 · 0.0 mi
2Riverside Middle SchoolMiddle · 06-08 · 248 students · 16:1 · 0.0 mi

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Data sources: schools · Updated 4/2/2026