Forest Hills Plat
Great schools with outdoor access
Median $424K·Walkability 3.1/10·Schools 5.3/10
Forest Hills Plat is a 16-acre subdivision where the lots run just under a third of an acre each—enough space to breathe without feeling like you're out in the country. Homes here hover around $589K, and you're close enough to a coffee shop for a quick walk but still have room to actually own something that feels like yours. There are three parks within a mile, including Community Park just an 11-minute walk away, and Lake Macatawa sits right at your doorstep, literally a mile out. The nearest restaurant and grocery are both within a couple miles, so you're not far from what you need, and the West Ottawa Public School District serves the area. If you're willing to drive about half an hour, Grand Haven beach is there waiting for you on a summer weekend.
Why people love it here
Near the water
- Lake Macatawa — 0.8 mi
- 15 parks within 1 mile
- Unnamed bike path: 4 min walk
- Henevelds Supervisors Plat No 28 Area Trail: 4 min walk
$424K median
- 2 recent sales
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Median home price in Forest Hills Plat
Estimated Monthly Payment
$2,875/mo
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Flood Risk
None
Not in flood zone
Nearest Park
Community Park
0.6 mi
Parks Nearby
15
within 1 mile
Nearest Lake
Lake Macatawa
0.8 mi
Based on 10 rated schools nearby
Range: 3/10 to 9/10
School District: West Ottawa Public School District
Walkability
Limited
Overall walkability score out of 10
Based on actual walk/bike/drive times to nearby amenities via Mapbox
Holland Supermarket
Beechwood Grill
Kin Coffee and Craft House
+1 more
Itty Bitty Bar
Community Park
+1 more
Beechwood PlayZone
Lake Macatawa
Unnamed beach
Loop 4
Park Township Dog Park
Unnamed bike path
Howard Dunton Park Launch
Pure Barre
+1 more
CVS Pharmacy
Theil Research Center
daycare
Sperry's Moviehouse
Crime in Forest Hills Plat is reported at the city level, not the neighborhood level. The FBI doesn't publish reliable crime rates for individual neighborhoods, and within any community crime varies street to street. For an accurate, comparable picture, see the jurisdiction-wide figures for Ottawa County.
Ottawa County crime & safety stats →To buy a median-priced Forest Hills Plat home (around $423,500) at today's 6.49% 30-year fixed rate with 20% down, you'd need roughly $75k/year in household income to qualify — an estimated monthly payment of $2,817 (principal, interest, property tax est., and insurance).
| Down payment | Monthly payment | Income needed |
|---|---|---|
| 20% | $2,817/mo | $75,115 |
| 10% (+PMI) | $3,243/mo | $86,481 |
| 5% (+PMI) | $3,386/mo | $90,282 |
Estimates use a 6.49% 30-year fixed rate (current Freddie Mac average), an aggressive ~45% housing-to-income ratio (roughly what FHA underwriting can allow for a buyer with no other monthly debts — your number depends on your debts and credit), this area's median sale price, plus estimated insurance and PMI below 20% down. Not a commitment to lend, and not an APR — your actual rate and payment will vary.
Association and local-government details are compiled from public records, municipal sites, and state registries, and can change. Confirm directly with the association or municipality before relying on them.
Solar potential
~$880/yr in electricity from a typical rooftop solar system
Produces ~6,416 kWh/yr · offsets ~61% of a typical home's use
Park Township (partly served via Holland Charter Township) / private well
Portions served by Holland Charter Twp water; rural areas on wells.
Park Township / Septic - individual
Partial sewer service; remaining areas on septic.
Resident-arranged hauler + township yard-waste sites
Curbside via private haulers; township provides yard-waste recycling locations.
SEMCO Energy / Consumers Energy
Regional gas utility; inferred.
Confirm by addressOttawa County Sheriff's Office
Sheriff E-Unit/community policing deputies funded by township millage, in partnership with Holland Twp.
Services for Park · Source: parktownship.org
Utility, solar, and service details for Forest Hills Plat are compiled from public records, municipal sites, and NREL / U.S. data.gov, and can change. Electric/gas can vary by address — confirm with the provider before relying on them.
🛒 Grocery(25)
Grocery Store
Holland Supermarket
Grocery Store
Down the Hatch Party Store
Grocery Store
+22 more within 5 miles
🍕 Restaurants(10)
Restaurant
Fast Food
Dutch Brothers Restaurant
Restaurant
Restaurant
Margarita’s
Restaurant
+5 more within 5 miles
☕ Coffee(16)
+13 more within 5 miles
🍺 Bars(13)
+10 more within 5 miles
🏫 Schools(27)
+22 more within 5 miles
💪 Gyms(12)
Elite Fitness Development
Fitness Center
Fitness Center
Fitness Center at Douglas Avenue & North River Avenue
Fitness Center
+9 more within 5 miles
🌳 Parks(4)
+1 more within 5 miles
🐕 Dog Parks(3)
🚴 Trails(5)
Bike Path
Bike Path
Henevelds Supervisors Plat No 28 Area Trail
Bike Path
Unnamed bike_path
Bike Path
+2 more within 5 miles
⛵ Boat Launches(3)
Boat Launch
Boat Launch
Boat Launch
🚌 Transit(30)
Transit Stop
Transit Stop
Transit Stop
+27 more within 5 miles
💊 Pharmacies(4)
+1 more within 5 miles
👶 Childcare(4)
Little Kingdom Warriors Academy LLC.
Childcare Center
Childcare Center
Toddlerville
Childcare Center
+1 more within 5 miles
🏥 Hospitals(1)
Hospital
📚 Libraries(4)
+1 more within 5 miles
⚡ EV Charging(3)
City of Holland City Hall
EV Charging
ChargePoint
EV Charging
EV Charging
Frequently asked about Forest Hills Plat
- What do homes cost in Forest Hills Plat?
- The median home value in Forest Hills Plat is about $423,500. Individual prices vary by street, size, and condition.
- How active is the Forest Hills Plat housing market?
- no homes are listed in Forest Hills Plat right now, and 2 homes sold here in the last 12 months. Listings refresh throughout the day from the MichRIC MLS.
- What schools serve Forest Hills Plat?
- Forest Hills Plat is served by West Ottawa Public School District. Its highest-rated assigned school is Waukazoo Elementary School (7/10).
- Is Forest Hills Plat walkable?
- Forest Hills Plat scores 3.1/10 for walkability — a measure of walking, biking, and driving access to groceries, dining, parks, schools, and transit.