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Bay Forest

Surrounded by nature

🏙️27 mito Downtown GR
🏞️19 mito Lake Michigan
🌲Nature & Outdoors

Park-rich area

  • 3 parks within 1 mile
  • Henevelds Supervisors Plat No 28 Area Trail: 4 min walk
  • Loop 4: 4 min drive
💰Home Values

$526K median

🎓Schools
51

Average schools

  • West Ottawa Public School District
  • 16 rated schools nearby
  • Best nearby: 9/10
🚴Bike path access
🧑‍🌾Farmers market nearby

This quiet residential area offers spacious living with generous lot sizes averaging about a third of an acre, providing plenty of room for gardens, recreation, and privacy. The community maintains a strong sense of ownership with all homes owner-occupied, creating a stable neighborhood atmosphere. While daily conveniences require a short drive, residents enjoy easy access to nearby amenities including Stu Visser Trails for outdoor recreation and the scenic shores of Lake Macatawa just a mile away.

The location provides a peaceful retreat while remaining connected to essential services, with several grocery options within a reasonable distance and a coffee shop nearby for morning routines. Families benefit from access to West Ottawa Public School District schools. This area appeals most to those seeking a quieter lifestyle with larger properties, outdoor enthusiasts who appreciate trail access and lake proximity, and residents who prefer the tranquility of a car-dependent community while staying within reach of Grand Rapids amenities.

Environment & Amenities

Nearest Park

Stu Visser Trails

0.6 mi

Parks Nearby

3

within 1 mile

Nearest Lake

Lake Macatawa

1.0 mi

At a Glance

Est. Home Value

$526K

Based on assessor data

Parcels / Units

16

Median Lot Size

0.32 ac

0.23 ac – 0.78 ac

Homeowner Rate

100%

Principal residence

Nearby Schools

5.1
/10 avg
Average schools

Based on 16 rated schools nearby

Range: 2/10 to 9/10

School District: West Ottawa Public School District

7Waukazoo Elementary SchoolElementary · PK-05 · 454 students · 15:1 · 0.0 mi
6West Ottawa High School CampusHigh · 09-12 · 2,196 students · 20:1 · 0.0 mi
5Harbor Lights Middle SchoolMiddle · 06-08 · 817 students · 18:1 · 0.0 mi

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Data sources: schools · Updated 4/2/2026