Ross Sub
Great schools with outdoor access
Walkability 4.5/10·Schools 8.0/10
Living in Ross Sub means your morning coffee is a 10-minute walk away, and you're surrounded by actual options—there are a dozen restaurants within a mile, from casual spots to proper sit-downs. The subdivision itself is small and compact, about an acre, which gives it a genuine neighborhood feel without feeling cramped. Lake Macatawa sits less than two miles out, and the public access point is just a 10-minute walk if you're in the mood for water. When school time comes around, you're in West Ottawa Public School District. Grocery shopping is about 2 miles away, and nine parks are within a mile of you—plenty of green space without having to drive. If you want to hit the beach at Grand Haven, plan on 31 minutes, which makes for an easy weekend trip but keeps things from feeling like you're living in a seasonal tourism zone. Homes here run around the mid-range for West Michigan, and you're close enough to walkable dining and coffee that daily life doesn't require a car for everything.
Why people love it here
Lakewood Elementary School
- Elementary — 1.1 mi away
- West Ottawa
- 3 rated schools in district
Near the water
- Lake Macatawa — 1.9 mi
- 45 parks within 1 mile
- Unnamed bike_path: 2 min walk
- Bay Meadows Area Trail: 3 min walk
Based on 2 rated schools nearby
Range: 7/10 to 9/10
School District: West Ottawa Public School District
Flood Risk
None
Not in flood zone
Nearest Park
Lake Macatawa Public Access
0.5 mi
Parks Nearby
45
within 1 mile
Nearest Lake
Lake Macatawa
1.9 mi
Walkability
Fair
Overall walkability score out of 10
Based on actual walk/bike/drive times to nearby amenities via Mapbox
Frequently asked about Ross Sub
- What schools serve Ross Sub?
- Ross Sub is served by West Ottawa Public School District. Its highest-rated assigned school is Lakewood Elementary School (9/10).
- Is Ross Sub walkable?
- Ross Sub scores 4.5/10 for walkability — a measure of walking, biking, and driving access to groceries, dining, parks, schools, and transit.