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Subdivision10.5 acres

The Ball Park Plat

Solid value in a growing area

🏙️2 mito Downtown GR
🏞️27 mito Lake Michigan
🌳Top 11% park access
💰Home Values

$253K median

  • 1 sales in past year
🚶Walkability
52

Somewhat walkable

  • 0 places within a 10 min walk
🎓Schools
43

Average schools

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

This intimate 10-acre pocket near downtown Grand Rapids offers a unique blend of urban convenience and residential character. The area features classic early 1900s architecture on generous corner lots, with easy walkability to John Ball Zoo and Lincoln Park among 12 parks within a mile. While daily errands might require a short drive, the location excels for dining with 22 restaurants nearby and excellent transit access for commuting throughout the metro area.

The community sits conveniently near major highways while maintaining a residential feel, with Battjes Lake and multiple boat launches within easy reach for outdoor recreation. Students attend Grand Rapids Public Schools, with the best nearby school earning top ratings. This area works particularly well for those who value historic character, want quick access to downtown attractions and dining, and prefer a quieter residential base with urban amenities just steps away.

At a Glance

Median Home Price

$250K

1 sales/yr

Parcels / Units

27

Median Lot Size

4143 sq ft

1904 sq ft – 0.19 ac

Homeowner Rate

54.51%

Principal residence

Walkability

5.2

Fair

Overall walkability score out of 10

🛒Daily Errands
3.0
🍽️Dining
8.0
🌳Nature
4.0
🚌Transit
10.0
💪Fitness
1.5

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

Nearby Schools

4.3
/10 avg
Average schools

Based on 36 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
4Sibley SchoolElementary · PK-05 · 256 students · 13:1 · 0.0 mi
4Innovation Central HighHigh · 09-12 · 523 students · 16:1 · 0.0 mi
2Westwood Middle SchoolMiddle · 06-08 · 189 students · 14:1 · 0.0 mi

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Data sources: schools · Updated 4/2/2026