Shepard'S Addition — satellite view
Subdivision57.3 acres

Shepard'S Addition

Urban energy, solid value

🏙️1 mito Downtown GR
🏞️28 mito Lake Michigan
🌳Top 7% park access
💰Home Values

$217K median

  • 8 sales in past year
🚶Walkability
72

Very walkable

  • 0 places within a 10 min walk
🎓Schools
42

Average schools

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

This compact 57-acre community offers an exceptional blend of urban convenience and residential comfort in Grand Rapids' vibrant west side. With excellent walkability and outstanding dining and transit scores, residents enjoy easy access to 56 restaurants within a mile, including options just steps from home. The proximity to downtown Grand Rapids and GVSU's business campus creates an ideal location for professionals and students alike.

Recent listings showcase thoughtfully updated homes with modern kitchens, renovated bathrooms, and private outdoor spaces. The typical 0.10-acre lots provide intimate settings with features like detached garages and fenced yards. Families have access to Grand Rapids Public Schools, while outdoor enthusiasts can explore 19 parks within a mile, including nearby Westown Commons Park. This area works exceptionally well for young professionals, university affiliates, and anyone seeking walkable urban living with easy downtown access.

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

At a Glance

Median Home Price

$231K

8 sales/yr

Parcels / Units

293

Median Lot Size

4347 sq ft

1586 sq ft – 0.61 ac

Homeowner Rate

54.51%

Principal residence

Walkability

7.2

Good

Overall walkability score out of 10

🛒Daily Errands
5.1
🍽️Dining
10.0
🌳Nature
4.3
🚌Transit
10.0
💪Fitness
6.5

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

Nearby Schools

4.2
/10 avg
Average schools

Based on 43 rated schools nearby

Range: 1/10 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
3Shawmut Hills SchoolElementary · PK-08 · 261 students · 16:1 · 0.0 mi
2Westwood Middle SchoolMiddle · 06-08 · 189 students · 14:1 · 0.0 mi

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

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Data sources: schools · Updated 4/2/2026