East Grand Rapids is a small city on the east side of metropolitan Grand
Rapids in Kent County, Michigan.
The primary geography is residential homes, although there is a business district containing all the essential services, a selection of restaurants and boutiques, and a world-class hospital within the borders.Valued for the excellent school systems (EGR Schools),well-kept homes and unparalleled municipal services, East Grand Rapids is a favorite of families, singles and empty nesters alike.
The premier asset of East Grand Rapids is Reeds Lake, a true centerpiece for the community. From fishing on quiet mornings to an afternoon of waterskiing with family, Reeds Lake and the surrounding parks, woods and trails draw people from miles around to enjoy the outdoor landscape.
Building East Grand Rapids
Major waves of home construction in East Grand Rapids occurred in the 1920s and 1950s, although there are several homes that are more than 100 years old. The oldest surviving home in East Grand Rapids is the George Young farmhouse, originally located on the southeast corner of Lake Drive and Cardinal Drive. It was moved many years ago to Anderson Street, SE. You will notice a wide variety of architectural styles as you drive through the streets of East Grand Rapids. The residential neighborhoods are a pleasing mix of Victorian, Traditional, Modern and new designs with many homes being renovated over the years to keep pace with the needs of the families who live within.
