Van Elst Plat No.1 — satellite view
Subdivision2.6 acres

Van Elst Plat No.1

Surrounded by nature

🏙️5 mito Downtown GR
🏞️34 mito Lake Michigan
🌲Nature & Outdoors

Park-rich area

  • 3 parks within 1 mile
🎓Schools
67

Above average schools

  • Grand Rapids Public Schools
  • 15 rated schools nearby
  • Best nearby: 9/10
🚶Walkability
31

Car-dependent

  • 0 places within a 10 min walk

This quiet residential area offers a rare combination of privacy and convenience on generously-sized lots averaging around half an acre. With only a small collection of homes spread across 3 acres, residents enjoy substantial space between neighbors and the peaceful feel of a more rural setting while staying connected to urban amenities.

The location provides easy access to nearby amenities, including six grocery stores within a short drive and proximity to the beautiful Calvin University Ecosystem Preserve for outdoor recreation. Reeds Lake sits just over a mile away, offering additional recreational opportunities. Students attend Grand Rapids Public Schools, with some excellent nearby options available. This area works particularly well for families seeking privacy and space, empty nesters wanting a quieter lifestyle, or anyone who values larger lots and a more secluded residential experience while maintaining access to Grand Rapids amenities.

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

Environment & Amenities

Flood Risk

None

Not in flood zone

Nearest Park

Calvin University Ecosystem Preserve

0.3 mi

Parks Nearby

3

within 1 mile

Nearest Lake

Reeds Lake

1.3 mi

Nearby Schools

6.7
/10 avg
Above average schools

Based on 15 rated schools nearby

Range: 2/10 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
4Innovation Central HighHigh · 09-12 · 523 students · 16:1 · 0.0 mi
4Mulick Park Elementary SchoolElementary · PK-05 · 244 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

Walkability

3.1

Limited

Overall walkability score out of 10

🛒Daily Errands
1.5
🍽️Dining
3.7
🌳Nature
3.3
🚌Transit
5.0
💪Fitness
1.5

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

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

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Data sources: schools · Updated 4/2/2026