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# Parking Near Main Campus, Grand Rapids

Landmark Parking · Grand Rapids, Michigan · Main Campus

Published 17 Sep 2026 · 4 min read · Reviewed by the [Parksy Editorial Team](https://www.parksy.com/editorial-guidelines)

143 Bostwick Avenue Northeast

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Where Can I Park for Main Campus?

Main Campus is at 143 Bostwick Avenue Northeast, 281 yd from Grand Rapids centre. Nearby Parksy options include monthly spaces in Prospect NE at 0.3 mi for $100 a month, hourly lots at 0.5 mi for $2 an hour, and a garage at 0.5 mi for $3 an hour. City downtown lots and ramps are alternatives, with permits priced at $48 to $180 per month.

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<dt>Address</dt>
<dd>143 Bostwick Avenue Northeast</dd>

<dt>Closest listed space</dt>
<dd>Prospect NE Monthly Parking - Secure Lot in Grand Rapids, 0.3 mi (7 min walk)</dd>

<dt>Nearest station</dt>
<dd>Vernon J. Ehlers Station, 0.8 mi (17 min walk)</dd></dl>

## Parking Near Grand Rapids

[Affordable Monthly Parking in Prospect NE, Grand Rapids $100.00/mo 0.3 mi](https://www.parksy.com/parking/us/mi/grand-rapids/affordable-monthly-parking-in-prospect-ne-grand-ra-126967) [Prospect NE Monthly Parking - Secure Lot in Grand Rapids $100.00/mo 0.3 mi](https://www.parksy.com/parking/us/mi/grand-rapids/prospect-ne-monthly-parking-secure-lot-in-grand-ra-126955) [Secure 24/7 Lighted Parking Lot in Grand Rapids, MI $2.00/hr 0.5 mi](https://www.parksy.com/parking/us/mi/grand-rapids/secure-247-lighted-parking-lot-grand-rapids-mi-175065) [Affordable Parking Lot in Grand Rapids, MI $2.00/hr 0.5 mi](https://www.parksy.com/parking/us/mi/grand-rapids/affordable-parking-lot-grand-rapids-mi-175095) [Secure 24/7 Garage Parking in Grand Rapids $3.00/hr 0.5 mi](https://www.parksy.com/parking/us/mi/grand-rapids/secure-247-garage-parking-grand-rapids-171299) [Secure 24/7 Gated Parking Lot in Grand Rapids, MI $5.00/day 1.9 mi](https://www.parksy.com/parking/us/mi/grand-rapids/secure-247-gated-parking-lot-grand-rapids-mi-204751)

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## Main Campus Permits and Official Parking

Parking information for the university at 143 Bostwick Avenue Northeast is not represented by the available local parking pages, so campus permit, visitor, operator, rate, and payment details should not be inferred from nearby university listings. The address places the campus 281 yd from Grand Rapids centre, making it close enough for downtown alternatives to be practical for some visits.

The City of Grand Rapids operates parking lots and ramps downtown, with standard permits running Monday through Friday from 7:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. and priced at $48 to $180 per month (grandrapidsmi.gov). Those city facilities are alternatives rather than university parking, so students, staff, and visitors should keep the distinction clear when choosing where to leave a vehicle.

## Parksy Spaces Near the University Campus

Students or staff needing a recurring space can choose either of two [monthly parking](https://www.parksy.com/blog/find-monthly-parking-near-me-practical-guide) spaces in Prospect NE, Grand Rapids, each 0.3 mi from the campus and priced at $100 a month. Their monthly format suits people attending the university regularly, while the short distance keeps the walk manageable for daily trips.

For shorter visits, two parking lots 0.5 mi away charge $2 an hour, and a garage at the same distance charges $3 an hour. The two lots suit visitors and students making brief stops, while the garage offers another hourly option. A gated parking lot 1.9 mi away costs $5 a day and is better suited to drivers who value a daily rate over proximity.

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## Peak Parking Pressure Around the Campus

The campus address is close to downtown Grand Rapids, so demand can build when university activity overlaps with downtown travel. The city identifies street, venue, lot, and ramp parking as part of its operated parking network (grandrapidsmi.gov), which makes surrounding public facilities relevant when the closest spaces are occupied.

The practical choice for a visitor is therefore to consider the nearby hourly or daily Parksy spaces before driving toward the university, while regular users can compare the monthly Prospect NE options.

## Vernon J. Ehlers Station Walking Access

Vernon J. Ehlers Station is the nearest listed rail station, 0.8 mi from the campus and a 17-minute walk.

The university is 281 yd from Grand Rapids centre, so arriving near downtown can also shorten the final approach compared with driving directly to the campus address. The station distance and walking time are the listed values for this location, while the nearby Parksy spaces remain the more direct choice for drivers carrying equipment or needing to stay with a vehicle.

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## Sources

- [Michigan Department of Transportation](https://www.michigan.gov/mdot)
- [USA.gov motor vehicle services](https://www.usa.gov/motor-vehicle-services)
- [Federal Highway Administration](https://highways.dot.gov)
- [Parking Lots & Ramps](https://www.grandrapidsmi.gov/departments/mobile-gr/parking/parking-lots-ramps/)
- [Parking](https://www.grandrapidsmi.gov/departments/mobile-gr/parking/)

\* 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 Main Campus?

Main Campus is at 143 Bostwick Avenue Northeast, 281 yd from Grand Rapids centre. Nearby Parksy options include monthly spaces in Prospect NE at 0.3 mi for $100 a month, hourly lots at 0.5 mi for $2 an hour, and a garage at 0.5 mi for $3 an hour. City downtown lots and ramps are alternatives, with permits priced at $48 to $180 per month.

### Are There Monthly Parking Spaces Near Main Campus?

Yes. Two monthly parking spaces in Prospect NE are 0.3 mi from the campus and cost $100 a month each. Their recurring monthly format suits students or staff attending regularly, while the 0.3 mi distance keeps the walk manageable for daily trips.

### What Are the Hourly Parking Options Near Main Campus?

Two parking lots are 0.5 mi from the campus and charge $2 an hour. A garage at the same 0.5 mi distance charges $3 an hour. These options suit visitors and students making brief stops, with the garage providing another hourly choice.

### Is There a Daily Parking Option Near Main Campus?

A gated parking lot is available 1.9 mi from the campus for $5 a day. It is better suited to drivers who value a daily rate over proximity, since it is farther away than the monthly, hourly lot, and garage options.

### What City Parking Alternatives Are Available Near Main Campus?

The City of Grand Rapids operates parking lots and ramps downtown, and also identifies street, venue, lot, and ramp parking as part of its operated parking network. Standard permits run Monday through Friday from 7:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. and cost $48 to $180 per month.

### Can I Reach Main Campus by Rail and Walking?

Vernon J. Ehlers Station is the nearest listed rail station, 0.8 mi from the campus and a 17-minute walk. The campus is also 281 yd from Grand Rapids centre, so arriving near downtown can shorten the final approach compared with driving directly to the campus address.

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