Forest Hills
Explore Forest Hills — a platted subdivision in Greater Grand Rapids.
“Easy outdoor access”
Nature access
- 1 park within 1 mile
- Echo Lake: 4 min bike
- Poseidon: 5 min drive
Top-rated schools
- Forest Hills Public Schools
- 17 rated schools nearby
- Best nearby: 10/10
Car-dependent
- 0 places within a 10 min walk
This 204-acre area in Kent County offers a peaceful suburban lifestyle with excellent schools through the highly-rated Forest Hills Public Schools district. The community features spacious lots, including wooded properties and cul-de-sac locations, with some homes offering lake access to nearby Echo Lake. Residents enjoy a quiet, low-traffic environment perfect for families seeking privacy while remaining connected to the greater Grand Rapids area.
While walkability is limited, the location provides easy expressway access and sits conveniently close to downtown Ada and Knapps Corner for shopping and dining. Forest Hills Park offers outdoor recreation within walking distance, and the area attracts families who appreciate larger lots, mature trees, and a strong sense of community. This location works best for families with school-age children who value excellent education, outdoor space, and a suburban setting with easy commuter access.
8 sold in the past 12 months — homes here go fast
Nearby Schools
Based on 17 rated schools nearby
Range: 7/10 to 10/10
School District: Forest Hills Public Schools
Environment & Amenities
Nearest Park
Forest Hills Park
0.1 mi
Parks Nearby
1
within 1 mile
Nearest Lake
Hidden Lake
1.2 mi
Walkability
Limited
Overall walkability score out of 10
Based on actual walk/bike/drive times to nearby amenities via Mapbox
Nearby Locations
Forest Hills Foods
Poke Toki Cascade
Rocky's Coffee House
Gravity Taphouse + Grille
Fulton Street Farmers Market
Forest Hills Park
Forest Hills Park Playground
Echo Lake
Lamberton Lake Fen Nature Preserve Beach
Poseidon
+1 more
Hillcrest Dog Park
Orchard Home Plat, Amended Plat Lots 1 Thru 8 Incl Lot 29 & Part of Adj Vacated Alley Area Trail
+1 more
Comstock Riverside Park Launch
Cascade Hills Country Club
The Other Body Shop
Burton/East Paris (EB)
Walgreens
Miller Library
Phoenix Theatres Woodland Mall
+1 more
8 sold in the past 12 months — homes here go fast
Nearby Subdivisions
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