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Subdivision14.3 acres

Ruthven Park

Walkable and connected

🏙️3 mito Downtown GR
🏞️31 mito Lake Michigan
🌳Top 9% park access
🚶Walkability
67

Very walkable

  • 0 places within a 10 min walk
💰Home Values

$294K median

  • 2 sales in past year
🎓Schools
45

Average schools

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

This 14-acre residential area offers a unique blend of urban convenience and quiet residential living, with spacious lots averaging 0.12 acres that provide room to breathe. The neighborhood features well-maintained ranch-style homes with architectural character, including original hardwood floors, arched entryways, and distinctive ceiling details that give each property personality.

Location is a major advantage here, with excellent walkability for dining and daily errands. Residents enjoy easy access to seven restaurants within walking distance, plus grocery stores and coffee shops just steps away. Paris Park anchors the local recreation scene, with 15 parks total within a mile for outdoor activities. Students attend Grand Rapids Public Schools, with some highly-rated options nearby. This area works particularly well for families seeking character homes with yard space while maintaining urban conveniences, plus professionals who value walkable amenities and easy transit access.

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

Walkability

6.7

Good

Overall walkability score out of 10

🛒Daily Errands
7.2
🍽️Dining
10.0
🌳Nature
3.5
🚌Transit
10.0
💪Fitness
0.0

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

At a Glance

Median Home Price

$292K

2 sales/yr

Parcels / Units

86

Median Lot Size

0.12 ac

0.11 ac – 0.29 ac

Homeowner Rate

54.51%

Principal residence

Nearby Schools

4.5
/10 avg
Average schools

Based on 48 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
2Brookside ElementaryElementary · PK-05 · 280 students · 22:1 · 0.0 mi
2Alger Middle SchoolMiddle · 06-08 · 342 students · 20:1 · 0.0 mi

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

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Data sources: schools · Updated 4/2/2026