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Subdivision5.7 acres

Rottschafer Plat

Solid value in a growing area

🏙️4 mito Downtown GR
🏞️32 mito Lake Michigan
🌳Top 19% park access
💰Home Values

$342K median

🚶Walkability
54

Somewhat walkable

  • 0 places within a 10 min walk
🎓Schools
44

Average schools

  • Grand Rapids Public Schools
  • 35 rated schools nearby
  • Best nearby: 9/10

This 6-acre community in Kent County offers residents generous lot sizes with a median of 0.26 acres, providing more space than typical urban neighborhoods. The area excels in practical convenience with excellent transit access and strong walkability for daily errands, while Ken-O-Sha Park anchors the local recreation scene among 8 parks within walking distance. Residents enjoy easy access to essentials with grocery stores just 360 meters away and 6 dining options within a mile.

The neighborhood serves families through Grand Rapids Public Schools, with the district offering a range of educational options. With 55% owner-occupied homes and larger lots, the community attracts those seeking a balance of suburban space and urban accessibility. This area works particularly well for families wanting room to spread out while maintaining convenient access to daily necessities, and commuters who value excellent transit connections to greater Grand Rapids.

At a Glance

Est. Home Value

$342K

Based on assessor data

Parcels / Units

9

Median Lot Size

0.26 ac

4308 sq ft – 0.93 ac

Homeowner Rate

54.51%

Principal residence

Walkability

5.4

Fair

Overall walkability score out of 10

🛒Daily Errands
8.0
🍽️Dining
3.0
🌳Nature
3.5
🚌Transit
10.0
💪Fitness
1.5

Based on actual walk/bike/drive times to nearby amenities via Mapbox

Nearby Schools

4.4
/10 avg
Average schools

Based on 35 rated schools nearby

Range: 1/10 to 9/10

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
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
2Ottawa Hills High SchoolHigh · 09-12 · 369 students · -1:1 · 0.0 mi
2Alger Middle SchoolMiddle · 06-08 · 342 students · 20:1 · 0.0 mi

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Data sources: schools · Updated 4/2/2026