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Subdivision9.6 acres

Towner & Sutter Add.

Surrounded by nature

🏙️2 mito Downtown GR
🏞️29 mito Lake Michigan
🌳Top 21% park access
🌲Nature & Outdoors

Park-rich area

  • 8 parks within 1 mile
💰Home Values

$161K median

  • 1 sales in past year
🎓Schools
40

Average schools

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

This compact 10-acre area offers a perfect blend of suburban convenience and urban accessibility, with downtown Grand Rapids just five minutes away via US-131. The neighborhood features modest lot sizes averaging 0.12 acres, creating a close-knit community feel where 55% of residents own their homes. Traditional two-story homes are common, many featuring covered porches and practical layouts ideal for families.

Daily life is quite walkable, with 10 restaurants within a mile and grocery stores easily accessible within two miles. The Grand Rapids Bike Park anchors the local recreation scene, while Battjes Lake provides water activities just 1.6 miles away. Four boat launches within five miles offer additional outdoor options. Students attend Grand Rapids Public Schools, with some excellent nearby options available. This area works best for commuters who want quick downtown access, families seeking affordable homeownership, and residents who appreciate suburban living with urban convenience.

Environment & Amenities

Flood Risk

None

Not in flood zone

Nearest Park

Grand Rapids Bike Park

0.5 mi

Parks Nearby

8

within 1 mile

Nearest Lake

Battjes Lake

1.6 mi

At a Glance

Median Home Price

$193K

1 sales/yr

Parcels / Units

27

Median Lot Size

0.12 ac

0.12 ac – 0.29 ac

Homeowner Rate

54.51%

Principal residence

Nearby Schools

4.0
/10 avg
Average schools

Based on 45 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
2Buchanan ElementaryElementary · PK-05 · 359 students · 17:1 · 0.0 mi
2Burton Middle SchoolMiddle · 06-08 · 482 students · 18:1 · 0.0 mi

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Data sources: schools · Updated 4/2/2026