Three-Bedroom-Potential Ranch on 4.2 Acres in Walker, MI – Grand Rapids Area – $319,900

Property Overview

Set on a peaceful, wooded 4.2-acre property in Walker, this two-bedroom, one-bath ranch offers 1,281 square feet of living space with a flexible layout and substantial outdoor acreage. Cherished by the same family since 1938, the home combines its original character with practical updates, including replacement windows, wood and carpet flooring, forced-air heating, and a newer-built sunroom.

The main level includes two bedrooms, a full bathroom, a living room with a fireplace, and a kitchen with main-level laundry. A bonus attic provides additional unfinished space with possibilities for a future bedroom, home office, studio, or expanded living area, subject to applicable approvals and requirements.

Outside, the property encompasses approximately 4.2 acres across the home parcel and the adjacent 1.8-acre parcel at 737 Wilson Ave included in the sale. Wooded and recreational land, a shed, and an attached one-car garage add to the property’s functionality and outdoor character.

Interior Features

The home features two main-level bedrooms, one full bathroom, a living room fireplace, ceiling fans, and a combination of carpet and wood flooring. Replacement windows provide an updated feature while the Michigan basement offers below-grade utility space.

The kitchen includes a range, refrigerator, microwave, and washer and dryer. Laundry is located in the kitchen on the main level. The newer-built sunroom adds flexible living space and overlooks the surrounding property.

Bonus Attic Space

The upper-level attic area provides additional space that can be adapted to suit future needs. Potential uses include a third bedroom, home office, hobby space, or additional living area, subject to local requirements, permits, and the feasibility of any proposed improvements.

Exterior & Land

The property includes approximately 4.2 acres with wooded and recreational characteristics. The acreage includes the 2.4-acre home parcel together with the adjacent 1.8-acre parcel at 737 Wilson Ave included in the sale.

An attached one-car garage provides covered parking, while an additional shed offers storage space. The home has aluminum siding, a composition roof, and a two-story structure with a ranch architectural style.

Utilities & Construction

• Built in 1938
• Single Family Residence
• Ranch architectural style
• Aluminum siding
• Composition roof
• Forced-air heating
• Natural gas connected
• Private well
• Septic tank

Area Overview

735 Wilson Ave SW is located in the City of Walker in Kent County, northwest of Grand Rapids. Walker covers approximately 26 square miles and is characterized by a mix of established residential areas, commercial corridors, open land, and industrial activity. The city identifies Alpine Avenue, Remembrance Road, and the Standale Business District as major shopping districts, while Grand River frontage, city parks, county parks, and open spaces contribute to the area’s recreational resources.

The U.S. Census Bureau estimates Walker’s population at 25,881 as of July 1, 2025, compared with a 2020 Census population of 25,132.

Safety & Crime

The City of Walker maintains a municipal police department and publishes police-related records and public information through its official website. Current city-level annual crime figures were not available in a sufficiently clear, authoritative format to support a numerical crime table here, so no unsupported crime rate or safety ranking is presented. Citywide information should not be interpreted as a property-specific assessment.

Schools & Education

The City of Walker contains portions of multiple public school districts, including Grandville Public Schools, Comstock Park Public Schools, and Kenowa Hills Public Schools. The property listing identifies the home as being within the Grandville School District. Nearby school options and current enrollment boundaries should be confirmed directly with the applicable district before making school-related decisions.

Healthcare & Hospitals

Healthcare services are available throughout the Walker and greater Grand Rapids area. Corewell Health operates major West Michigan facilities including Butterworth Hospital and Blodgett Hospital, with Butterworth serving as a major tertiary and quaternary referral center in downtown Grand Rapids.

Housing Market History

For historical context, the Grand Rapids-Wyoming-Kentwood metropolitan area has recorded substantial home-price growth over the past several years. The FHFA-based annual index below uses the same metropolitan geography and the same 2000=100 house-price-index methodology throughout the series.

This historical index describes changes in single-family home values across the Grand Rapids-Wyoming-Kentwood metropolitan area. It is not a valuation of this property and should not be interpreted as a forecast of future property values.

Transportation & Access

Walker is positioned within the Grand Rapids metropolitan area and has regional access through major roads and freeways including I-96 and US-131. MDOT identifies US-131 as an important north-south regional corridor serving Grand Rapids, Wyoming, and surrounding West Michigan communities.

Transportation conditions and construction activity can change over time. MDOT’s Mi Drive provides current information on road construction, lane closures, incidents, traffic speeds, and other travel conditions.

Gerald R. Ford International Airport serves the broader Grand Rapids area and provides scheduled commercial air service from its terminal in southeast Grand Rapids.

Shopping & Everyday Services

Walker maintains established commercial areas along Alpine Avenue, Remembrance Road, and the Standale Business District. The city also maintains a business directory for local businesses and organizations. Retail and grocery activity is an established part of the city’s commercial base, with Meijer identified by the City of Walker as a major local taxpayer in its 2025 assessment information.

Parks & Recreation

Walker provides a range of public recreational resources through its Parks and Recreation Department. City facilities and programs include community parks, youth soccer, adult softball, skating, hockey, and other recreation programming. The city also identifies county resources such as Johnson Park and Millennium Park among the area’s recreational destinations.

The Walker Branch of the Kent District Library is located at 4293 Remembrance Road NW and provides public computers, wireless internet, children’s and teen spaces, books, digital resources, and community programming. Expansion work began in 2025 with completion planned for late 2026.

Utilities & Connectivity

The property-specific information identifies a private well, septic tank, and natural gas connection. Walker also has public water and sanitary sewer infrastructure in portions of the city, while private wells and septic systems are administered through the Kent County Health Department. Availability of public utilities can vary by property and location.

Area broadband availability includes fiber, cable, fixed-wireless, DSL, and satellite options. Provider availability and service speeds can vary by individual address, so buyers should confirm serviceability directly with providers before relying on any specific connectivity option.

Walker does not provide municipal trash and recycling collection directly; the city provides information on licensed waste haulers and local recycling resources.

Development & Planning

Walker is actively planning for continued growth and land-use changes. In 2026, the city prepared a new Book 5 Housing Scenario Analysis as an addition to its existing Master Plan, with the draft recommended for public distribution in June 2026. The city’s broader planning documents address housing, commercial corridors, transportation, neighborhood design, and future development.

Transportation planning is also ongoing in the region. MDOT has announced a 2027–2028 US-131 flex-route project from I-96 to Post Drive in Kent County, including a bridge-deck replacement over West River Drive in Comstock Park. These are planned transportation improvements and should not be interpreted as guaranteed changes to conditions at the property.

Property Summary