Brookside Forest
Explore Brookside Forest — a platted subdivision in Greater Grand Rapids.
“Surrounded by nature”
Park-rich area
- 5 parks within 1 mile
- Kent Trails: 8 min walk
- RiverTown Mall Trail: 8 min drive
Average schools
- Wyoming Public Schools
- 7 rated schools nearby
- Best nearby: 5/10
Car-dependent
- Kent Trails: 8 min walk
- 3 places within a 10 min walk
This quiet 13-acre community in Kent County offers a peaceful residential setting with strong homeownership at 67%. While walkability is limited, residents enjoy convenient access to 18 restaurants within a mile and 5 grocery stores within two miles, making daily needs easily accessible by car. The area provides good transit connectivity and sits near KENT TRAILS with 5 parks within walking distance for outdoor recreation.
The neighborhood serves families through Wyoming Public Schools, and coffee lovers will find their nearest café less than a kilometer away. Whispering Springs Lake lies just over a mile away for weekend recreation. With moderate dining options nearby but a more secluded feel, this area works well for homeowners who prefer a quieter lifestyle while maintaining reasonable access to Grand Rapids amenities and appreciate having dedicated outdoor space close to home.
Environment & Amenities
Nearest Park
KENT TRAILS
0.2 mi
Parks Nearby
5
within 1 mile
Nearest Lake
Whispering Springs Lake
1.3 mi
Nearby Schools
Based on 7 rated schools nearby
Range: 3/10 to 5/10
School District: Wyoming Public Schools
Walkability
Limited
Overall walkability score out of 10
Based on actual walk/bike/drive times to nearby amenities via Mapbox
Nearby Locations
Meijer
Little Caesars
+1 more
Tea Trade Cafe
3 Gatos Brewery
Peters Gourmet Market
KENT TRAILS
+1 more
Calvin Crest Park Playground
Lamar Lake
+1 more
RiverTown Mall Trail
+1 more
Kent Trails
+1 more
Grandville Launch
Sunnybrook Country Club
+1 more
Transformation Personal Fitness
Byron Center/38th (SB)
+1 more
Walgreens
KDL Wyoming Branch
Kelloggsville Early Childhood Learning Center
Celebration! Cinema RiverTown Crossings
Nearby Subdivisions
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