The Wartrous Add. — satellite view
Subdivision14.6 acres

The Wartrous Add.

Urban energy, solid value

🏙️2 mito Downtown GR
🏞️29 mito Lake Michigan
🚶Walkability
74

Very walkable

  • 0 places within a 10 min walk
💰Home Values

$302K median

  • 1 sales in past year
🎓Schools
48

Average schools

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

This compact 15-acre area in Kent County offers an exceptional blend of urban convenience and walkable living. With excellent walkability scores across dining, daily errands, and fitness amenities, residents enjoy easy access to 10 restaurants within walking distance and 6 grocery stores within a short drive. The perfect transit score of 10/10 makes commuting effortless, while the median lot size of 0.14 acres provides comfortable outdoor space without overwhelming maintenance.

The neighborhood features Sweet Street Park as the closest green space, with 5 parks within a mile for recreation. Families have access to Grand Rapids Public Schools, including some highly-rated options nearby. With Soft Water Lake just 2.3 miles away and 2 boat launches within 5 miles, water activities remain accessible. This area works best for professionals and families who prioritize walkability, transit access, and urban amenities while still wanting some yard space and outdoor recreation options nearby.

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

Walkability

7.4

Good

Overall walkability score out of 10

🛒Daily Errands
7.4
🍽️Dining
7.5
🌳Nature
3.7
🚌Transit
10.0
💪Fitness
8.0

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

At a Glance

Median Home Price

$220K

1 sales/yr

Parcels / Units

44

Median Lot Size

0.14 ac

3659 sq ft – 2.6 ac

Homeowner Rate

54.51%

Principal residence

Nearby Schools

4.8
/10 avg
Average schools

Based on 32 rated schools nearby

Range: 1/10 to 8/10

School District: Grand Rapids Public Schools

8City MiddleHighHigh · 07-12 · 908 students · 23:1 · 0.0 mi
8Center for EconomicologyMiddle · 06-06 · 59 students · 22:1 · 0.0 mi
6Union High SchoolHigh · 09-12 · 922 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
4Palmer SchoolElementary · PK-05 · 178 students · 15:1 · 0.0 mi
2Riverside Middle SchoolMiddle · 06-08 · 248 students · 16:1 · 0.0 mi

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

Data sources: schools · Updated 4/2/2026