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Subdivision9.3 acres

Thornridge Plat

Surrounded by nature

🏙️3 mito Downtown GR
🏞️26 mito Lake Michigan
🌲Nature & Outdoors

Park-rich area

  • 5 parks within 1 mile
🚶Walkability
67

Very walkable

  • 0 places within a 10 min walk
🎓Schools
46

Average schools

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

This compact 9-acre neighborhood in Kent County offers convenient urban living with excellent transit access and nearby amenities. Residents enjoy a solid walkability score of 6.7, making daily errands manageable on foot, while the perfect 10/10 transit rating ensures easy connections throughout Grand Rapids. With grocery shopping just 312 meters away and dining options within a third of a mile, everyday necessities are close at hand.

The area provides good access to outdoor recreation with Shawmut Park nearby and four additional parks within walking distance. Fitness enthusiasts will appreciate the strong 8/10 fitness rating, while Lake Leota sits less than two miles away for water activities. Four boat launches within five miles expand recreational possibilities. The 55% owner-occupancy rate creates a stable community atmosphere. This location works well for commuters who value transit access, urban professionals seeking convenience, and residents who appreciate walkable amenities without requiring extensive outdoor space.

Environment & Amenities

Flood Risk

None

Not in flood zone

Nearest Park

Shawmut Park

0.1 mi

Parks Nearby

5

within 1 mile

Nearest Lake

Lake Leota

1.9 mi

Walkability

6.7

Good

Overall walkability score out of 10

🛒Daily Errands
6.8
🍽️Dining
5.5
🌳Nature
4.0
🚌Transit
10.0
💪Fitness
8.0

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

Nearby Schools

4.6
/10 avg
Average schools

Based on 16 rated schools nearby

Range: 2/10 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

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Data sources: schools · Updated 4/2/2026