Riverside Gardens Add. No.5 — satellite view
Subdivision12.2 acres

Riverside Gardens Add. No.5

Surrounded by nature

🏙️3 mito Downtown GR
🏞️29 mito Lake Michigan
🌲Nature & Outdoors

Park-rich area

  • 6 parks within 1 mile
💰Home Values

$321K median

  • 1 sales in past year
🎓Schools
52

Average schools

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

This 12-acre community in Kent County offers spacious living with generous lot sizes averaging 0.27 acres, giving residents plenty of room to spread out. The area features classic Mid-Century Modern ranch homes with scenic views of nearby Riverside Park, creating a peaceful suburban feel just outside the main city center. While the neighborhood maintains a quiet, residential character, residents have access to essential amenities including three grocery stores within two miles and the Veterans Nature Trail practically next door.

The location provides excellent transit connectivity with a perfect 10/10 transit score, making commutes convenient despite the more secluded setting. Families benefit from Grand Rapids Public Schools, and outdoor enthusiasts will appreciate proximity to Soft Water Lake just 1.4 miles away, plus two boat launches within five miles. This area works best for those seeking larger lots, peaceful park views, and easy access to nature while maintaining good connectivity to urban amenities.

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

Environment & Amenities

Flood Risk

2.26%

FEMA flood zone

Nearest Park

Veterans Nature Trail

0.1 mi

Parks Nearby

6

within 1 mile

Nearest Lake

Soft Water Lake

1.4 mi

At a Glance

Median Home Price

$290K

1 sales/yr

Parcels / Units

26

Median Lot Size

0.27 ac

0.14 ac – 1.3 ac

Homeowner Rate

54.51%

Principal residence

Nearby Schools

5.2
/10 avg
Average schools

Based on 21 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

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

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Data sources: schools · Updated 4/2/2026