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Subdivision4.2 acres

Van Anden Add.

Room to spread out, great value

🏙️2 mito Downtown GR
🏞️30 mito Lake Michigan
🌳Top 14% park access
🏡Space & Property

30,592 sq ft avg lots

  • 28 homes
💰Home Values

$241K median

  • 1 sales in past year
🎓Schools
44

Average schools

  • Grand Rapids Public Schools
  • 50 rated schools nearby
  • Best nearby: 9/10

This compact 4-acre area offers an intimate residential setting with generous lot sizes averaging 0.13 acres, providing more space than typical urban neighborhoods. The location puts residents within walking distance of everyday conveniences, with nearby amenities including 8 restaurants within a mile and 6 grocery stores within 2 miles. Garfield Park sits right in the neighborhood, and with 10 parks within a mile, outdoor recreation stays accessible despite the modest nature walkability score.

The area maintains a solid owner-occupancy rate of 55%, creating a stable residential community. Students attend Grand Rapids Public Schools, with some excellent nearby options available. Perfect transit connectivity makes commuting effortless. This location works well for homeowners seeking larger lots and park access while staying connected to urban conveniences, particularly those who value outdoor space and don't mind a car-dependent lifestyle for daily errands.

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

At a Glance

Median Home Price

$265K

1 sales/yr

Parcels / Units

28

Median Lot Size

0.13 ac

3777 sq ft – 2.8 ac

Homeowner Rate

54.51%

Principal residence

Nearby Schools

4.4
/10 avg
Average schools

Based on 50 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
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
4Dickinson Elementary SchoolElementary · PK-08 · 244 students · 13:1 · 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

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

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Data sources: schools · Updated 4/2/2026