Riverside Terrace Add. No.2 — satellite view
Subdivision3.8 acres

Riverside Terrace Add. No.2

Surrounded by nature

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

Park-rich area

  • 6 parks within 1 mile
💰Home Values

$285K median

  • 1 sales in past year
🎓Schools
49

Average schools

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

This quiet residential area in Kent County offers spacious living with generous lot sizes averaging 0.16 acres, providing residents with more room to breathe compared to denser neighborhoods. The community features homes with character and thoughtful layouts, including open floor plans that flow seamlessly from kitchen to living spaces. With excellent transit access and proximity to Riverside Park, residents enjoy convenient connections to the broader Grand Rapids area while maintaining a peaceful suburban feel.

The location provides access to essential amenities including grocery stores and dining options within a reasonable distance, plus recreational opportunities with Soft Water Lake nearby and multiple boat launches within the area. Students attend Grand Rapids Public Schools, with the top-rated neighborhood school earning strong marks. This area works well for families seeking more space and quiet suburban living while staying connected to Grand Rapids' urban conveniences.

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

Environment & Amenities

Flood Risk

None

Not in flood zone

Nearest Park

Riverside Park

0.1 mi

Parks Nearby

6

within 1 mile

Nearest Lake

Soft Water Lake

1.6 mi

At a Glance

Median Home Price

$387K

1 sales/yr

Parcels / Units

56

Median Lot Size

0.16 ac

1115 sq ft – 0.23 ac

Homeowner Rate

54.51%

Principal residence

Nearby Schools

4.9
/10 avg
Average schools

Based on 22 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