Parking Near Kendall College of Art and Design, Grand Rapids
Where Can I Park for Kendall College of Art and Design?
Kendall College of Art and Design has no dedicated student parking lot. The college recommends the Grand Rapids city ramp west of campus, with entrances on Ionia and Pearl Streets. It charges $2 per half hour, with a $24 daily maximum, and meters operate from 8:00am until 5:00 or 6:00pm, Mondays through Fridays.
- Address
- 110 Ionia Avenue NW
- Closest listed space
- Affordable Parking Lot in Grand Rapids, MI, 0.3 mi (7 min walk)
- Nearest station
- Vernon J. Ehlers Station, 0.8 mi (16 min walk)
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Kendall College of Art and Design, with private parking spaces bookable nearby on Parksy. Photo: Pexels
Parking at Kendall College of Art and Design
Kendall College of Art and Design does not have a dedicated parking lot for students, according to the college’s housing information (ferris.edu). The campus address is 110 Ionia Avenue NW in Grand Rapids, and the school recommends the Grand Rapids city ramp west of campus, with entrances on both Ionia and Pearl Streets (ferris.edu).
The recommended ramp charges $2 per half hour, with a $24 daily maximum. Metered parking applies from 8:00am until 5:00 or 6:00pm, Mondays through Fridays (ferris.edu). The city ramp is the practical official option for staff, visitors and students who need parking close to the campus rather than relying on street spaces.
Parksy Spaces Close to the KCAD Campus
Two parking lots are listed 0.3 mi from the campus at $2 an hour.
A secure 24/7 garage is 0.4 mi away at $3 an hour. Its covered setting and round-the-clock access suit staff, visitors carrying materials and students who want a more structured alternative to an open lot. Two secure monthly lots in Prospect NE are 0.5 mi away at $100 a month, which makes them the most suitable choices for students or staff parking regularly rather than paying hourly.
A secure 24/7 gated lot is 2.0 mi from the campus and costs $5 a day. The distance makes it better for a full-day visitor or staff member who can accept a longer transfer than for a quick campus appointment.
Busy Parking Periods Around the Grand Rapids Campus
Weekday parking demand is strongest during the college day because the city ramp meters from 8:00am until 5:00 or 6:00pm, Mondays through Fridays (ferris.edu). Students without a dedicated campus lot, staff and visitors are therefore competing for paid ramp and street spaces during regular weekday activity.
Campus events can add pressure around the west side of the buildings. The official directions identify the Grand Rapids city ramp west of the campus, with access from Ionia and Pearl Streets (ferris.edu).
Street parking around the campus should be treated as controlled rather than guaranteed. The college’s directions point drivers to the city ramp and state that charges apply (ferris.edu), so drivers should use marked legal spaces and follow the restrictions shown on nearby signs.
Other Grand Rapids Parking Choices Near KCAD
The Grand Rapids city ramp is the main nearby alternative to parking on campus. It sits west of the campus and can be entered from both Ionia and Pearl Streets (ferris.edu). The ramp rate is $2 per half hour, capped at $24 per day, and weekday metering runs from 8:00am until 5:00 or 6:00pm (ferris.edu).
For shopping-centre parking, the listed local options do not provide a shopping-centre site with a stated free period. The city ramp is therefore the clearly identified public car park for a campus visit, while the Parksy lots and garage offer alternatives at stated hourly, daily or monthly prices.
Drivers choosing a public ramp rather than a private space should allow for the weekday charge structure when planning a full day. The $24 daily maximum applies to the Grand Rapids city ramp (ferris.edu), while the nearby Parksy choices include hourly, daily and monthly arrangements for different visit patterns.
Walking From Vernon J. Ehlers Station to KCAD
Vernon J. Ehlers Station is the nearest station to the campus, at 0.8 mi away and a 16-minute walk. The station-to-campus route is a practical option for visitors who would rather avoid driving into central Grand Rapids.
The campus is 282 yd from Grand Rapids centre, placing KCAD within a central urban area where a rail-and-walking trip can replace a search for a space. Visitors using the station should allow the full 16-minute walk after arriving at Vernon J. Ehlers Station.
For drivers combining parking with rail travel, the station is the only nearest-station option identified for this address. The 0.8 mi distance and 16-minute walking time provide a clear comparison with the Parksy spaces listed closer to the campus.
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* Please note: parking prices, time limits and fine amounts change frequently and vary by operator, council and local authority. Everything on this page is indicative and provided on a best-endeavours basis. Always check the sign, the operator or the issuing authority before you rely on a figure.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where Can I Park for Kendall College of Art and Design?
Kendall College of Art and Design has no dedicated student parking lot. The college recommends the Grand Rapids city ramp west of campus, with entrances on Ionia and Pearl Streets. It charges $2 per half hour, with a $24 daily maximum, and meters operate from 8:00am until 5:00 or 6:00pm, Mondays through Fridays.
What Is the Closest Paid Parking Near Kendall College of Art and Design?
Two parking lots are listed 0.3 mi from the campus at $2 an hour. A secure 24/7 garage is 0.4 mi away at $3 an hour. The garage offers covered parking and round-the-clock access, while the nearby lots provide the shortest listed distance for drivers seeking hourly parking close to campus.
When Is Parking Busiest Around the Grand Rapids Campus?
Weekday parking demand is strongest during the college day, when the city ramp meters from 8:00am until 5:00 or 6:00pm, Mondays through Fridays. Students, staff and visitors compete for paid ramp and street spaces during regular weekday activity, and campus events can add pressure around the west side of the buildings.
What Are the Best Parking Options for Regular Students or Staff?
Two secure monthly lots in Prospect NE are 0.5 mi away at $100 a month. A secure 24/7 gated lot is 2.0 mi away and costs $5 a day, making it better for a full-day visit if a longer transfer is acceptable.
How Much Does the Grand Rapids City Ramp Cost?
The Grand Rapids city ramp west of campus charges $2 per half hour and has a $24 daily maximum. Entrances are on Ionia and Pearl Streets. Metered parking applies from 8:00am until 5:00 or 6:00pm, Mondays through Fridays, so drivers planning a full day should allow for that weekday charge structure.
Can I Walk From Vernon J. Ehlers Station to Campus?
Vernon J. Ehlers Station is 0.8 mi from campus and a 16-minute walk, making it a practical option for visitors who would rather avoid driving into central Grand Rapids. The campus is 282 yd from Grand Rapids centre. Visitors using the station should allow the full 16-minute walk after arriving.
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