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Condo29185 sq ft

The Fitzgerald

Walkable and connected

🏙️0.1 mito Downtown GR
🏞️29 mito Lake Michigan
🌳Top 1% park access
🚶Walkability
63

Very walkable

  • 0 places within a 10 min walk
🎓Schools
43

Average schools

  • Grand Rapids Public Schools
  • 45 rated schools nearby
  • Best nearby: 9/10
🌲Nature & Outdoors

Park-rich area

  • 32 parks within 1 mile

When you step out of The Fitzgerald onto Library Street, you're not just living downtown — you're living in the absolute center of everything Grand Rapids has to offer. This is urban living at its most refined, where your morning coffee at nearby cafés is a two-minute walk and you've got 82 restaurants within a mile to keep your dinner plans interesting. The building itself has become something of a landmark, with its nine stories offering sweeping views of Veterans Memorial Park to the south and the historic Grand Rapids Public Library right across the street.

What strikes you most about life here is the seamless blend of sophisticated city living and genuine community feel. You'll find yourself walking to Founders Brewing Company for an after-work beer, strolling through Veterans Memorial Park on weekend mornings, or catching a show at one of the cultural venues that make this corner of downtown so special. The garage parking means you don't have to worry about street parking when you do need your car, but honestly, with everything so walkable, you might find yourself driving less than you ever imagined.

The building attracts a mix of professionals, empty nesters, and anyone who values the convenience of having Grand Rapids' best dining and entertainment literally at their doorstep. Whether you're in a compact one-bedroom with park views or a sprawling two-bedroom corner unit with multiple balconies, you're getting that rare combination of luxury finishes and prime location that's hard to find anywhere else in the city.

This is the spot for people who want to be in the thick of things without sacrificing comfort or style. If you love the idea of walking to work downtown, having your choice of world-class restaurants, and coming home to granite counters and city views, you've found your place. The area is served by Grand Rapids Public Schools, and you're perfectly positioned to enjoy everything from the nightlife scene to weekend farmers markets without ever worrying about parking or traffic.

Walkability

6.3

Good

Overall walkability score out of 10

🛒Daily Errands
2.4
🍽️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

4.3
/10 avg
Average schools

Based on 45 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
8Grand Rapids Montessori AcademyOther · PK-12 · 320 students · 20:1 · 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

Environment & Amenities

Flood Risk

None

Not in flood zone

Nearest Park

Veteran's Memorial Park

0.0 mi

Parks Nearby

32

within 1 mile

Nearest Lake

Fisk Lake

2.4 mi

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Data sources: schools · Updated 4/2/2026