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Subdivision2.9 acres

Van Leeuwens 2nd West Side Add.

Urban energy, solid value

🏙️2 mito Downtown GR
🏞️28 mito Lake Michigan
🌳Top 25% park access
🚶Walkability
74

Very walkable

  • 0 places within a 10 min walk
💰Home Values

$284K median

🎓Schools
45

Average schools

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

This compact 3-acre area offers an exceptional urban convenience score, with outstanding walkability for dining and daily errands. Residents enjoy immediate access to amenities, with the nearest grocery store just 43 meters away and 19 restaurants within walking distance. The location provides excellent transit connectivity while maintaining intimate neighborhood character with smaller lot sizes averaging 0.15 acres.

The area connects to Harrison Park and six other parks within a mile, though outdoor recreation options are somewhat limited locally. Students attend Grand Rapids Public Schools, with the strongest nearby option rating highly. The 55% owner-occupancy rate creates a stable residential community. With Soft Water Lake and two boat launches accessible within a short drive, water activities remain within reach.

This location works exceptionally well for urban professionals who prioritize walkable convenience, transit access, and don't mind smaller lots in exchange for city amenities at their doorstep.

Walkability

7.4

Good

Overall walkability score out of 10

🛒Daily Errands
9.2
🍽️Dining
9.0
🌳Nature
3.0
🚌Transit
10.0
💪Fitness
3.0

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

At a Glance

Est. Home Value

$284K

Based on assessor data

Parcels / Units

12

Median Lot Size

0.15 ac

3437 sq ft – 0.70 ac

Homeowner Rate

54.51%

Principal residence

Nearby Schools

4.5
/10 avg
Average schools

Based on 34 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
3Harrison Park AcademyElementary · PK-08 · 639 students · 19:1 · 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