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Subdivision8.1 acres

Wildwood

Surrounded by nature

🏙️4 mito Downtown GR
🏞️29 mito Lake Michigan
🌲Nature & Outdoors

Park-rich area

  • 6 parks within 1 mile
💰Home Values

$251K median

  • 1 sales in past year
🎓Schools
55

Average schools

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

This quiet 8-acre residential area offers spacious living with generous lot sizes averaging 0.21 acres, perfect for families seeking room to spread out. The peaceful cul-de-sac setting attracts long-term residents, with some homeowners staying for decades in these comfortable ranch-style homes.

While the location prioritizes tranquility over walkability, residents enjoy easy access to nearby amenities including six restaurants within a mile and Grotto Park for outdoor recreation. Soft Water Lake sits just 0.7 miles away, and two boat launches within five miles appeal to water enthusiasts. Students attend Grand Rapids Public Schools, with some excellent nearby options available.

This area works best for families and professionals who value privacy, larger lots, and a suburban lifestyle while maintaining reasonable access to Grand Rapids amenities.

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

Environment & Amenities

Flood Risk

9.28%

FEMA flood zone

Nearest Park

Grotto Park

0.3 mi

Parks Nearby

6

within 1 mile

Nearest Lake

Soft Water Lake

0.7 mi

At a Glance

Median Home Price

$269K

1 sales/yr

Parcels / Units

27

Median Lot Size

0.21 ac

0.17 ac – 0.28 ac

Homeowner Rate

54.51%

Principal residence

Nearby Schools

5.5
/10 avg
Average schools

Based on 19 rated schools nearby

Range: 2/10 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
4Aberdeen SchoolElementary · PK-08 · 234 students · 13:1 · 0.0 mi
2Riverside Middle SchoolMiddle · 06-08 · 248 students · 16:1 · 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