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Subdivision37.0 acres

Walcrath

Solid value in a growing area

🏙️4 mito Downtown GR
🏞️32 mito Lake Michigan
🌳Top 21% park access
💰Home Values

$375K median

  • 6 sales in past year
🎓Schools
47

Average schools

  • Grand Rapids Public Schools
  • 35 rated schools nearby
  • Best nearby: 9/10
🌲Nature & Outdoors

Park-rich area

  • 8 parks within 1 mile

This quiet residential area spans 37 acres with generous lot sizes averaging a quarter-acre, offering more space than typical Grand Rapids neighborhoods. Located just minutes from Breton Village and East Grand Rapids, residents enjoy easy access to dining and shopping while maintaining a peaceful, tree-lined setting. Many homes sit on dead-end streets and corner lots, creating a private feel with room for outdoor entertaining and gardens.

The neighborhood provides excellent transit connectivity and sits within walking distance of multiple parks, including Ottawa Hills High School Athletic Fields. With Reeds Lake just over two miles away and access to The Underground Loop bike path, outdoor recreation is readily available. The area works well for families seeking space and tranquility while staying close to Grand Rapids' amenities, as well as professionals who appreciate the quick commute to downtown and surrounding business districts.

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

At a Glance

Median Home Price

$365K

6 sales/yr

Parcels / Units

113

Median Lot Size

0.24 ac

0.16 ac – 0.56 ac

Homeowner Rate

54.51%

Principal residence

Nearby Schools

4.7
/10 avg
Average schools

Based on 35 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
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

Environment & Amenities

Flood Risk

None

Not in flood zone

Nearest Park

Ottawa Hills High School Athletic Fields

0.1 mi

Parks Nearby

8

within 1 mile

Nearest Lake

Reeds Lake

2.3 mi

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

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Data sources: schools · Updated 4/2/2026