Glen Ridge
Solid value in a growing area
Median $352K·Walkability 5.3/10·Schools 3.3/10
You arrive at Glen Ridge and immediately notice the tight grid of modest lots—each one about a quarter-acre—pressed into just 14 acres of what feels like a deliberate, no-fuss residential pocket. The nearest bus stop is practically at your door, and downtown Grand Rapids is a quick 13.7-minute drive away, which matters if you're commuting but aren't looking to do it constantly. Homes here run around $349K, and the subdivision sits within the Flora Plat Area, served by Grand River Preparatory High School. What actually moves daily life is proximity: a restaurant is a 7-minute walk, Summerwood Park sits about eight minutes on foot, and there are five parks within a mile—enough green space that you don't feel hemmed in despite the density. Twenty-four restaurants and 48 grocers within two miles mean your errands aren't an ordeal, and transit access is virtually instant. It's the kind of place where you trade sprawl for walkability without pretense.
Why people love it here
$352K median
- Based on 3yr sales
Walkable for daily errands
- East-West Trail: 3 min walk
- 6 places within a 10 min walk
Notable nearby
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Median home price in Glen Ridge
Estimated Monthly Payment
$2,390/mo
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Median Sale Price
$352K
Based on 3yr sales
Parcels / Units
61
Median Lot Size
0.15 ac
0.13 ac – 0.42 ac
Walkability
Fair
Overall walkability score out of 10
Based on actual walk/bike/drive times to nearby amenities via Mapbox
Frequently asked about Glen Ridge
- What do homes cost in Glen Ridge?
- The median home value in Glen Ridge is about $352,000. Individual prices vary by street, size, and condition.
- How active is the Glen Ridge housing market?
- there is 1 home for sale in Glen Ridge right now. Listings refresh throughout the day from the MichRIC MLS.
- What schools serve Glen Ridge?
- Glen Ridge is served by Grand River Preparatory High School. Its highest-rated assigned school is Kelloggsville High School (4/10).
- Is Glen Ridge walkable?
- Glen Ridge scores 5.3/10 for walkability — a measure of walking, biking, and driving access to groceries, dining, parks, schools, and transit.