Glenwood Forest
Solid value in a growing area
Median $335K·Walkability 4.8/10·Schools 5.1/10
This 113-acre subdivision sits right where Kentwood Public Schools territory begins, with a transit stop practically at your doorstep and downtown Grand Rapids just 15 minutes away—though most days you won't need to leave the immediate area. A grocery store is less than a mile out, and there are 54 restaurants within walking distance, which means breakfast tacos or a weeknight dinner is genuinely a two-minute stroll, not a plan. Kellogg Woods Park and another green space anchor the neighborhood within a mile, so there's actual outdoor access without a drive. Homes run around $345K, and the whole setup feels less like a car-first subdivision and more like a place where you can actually live without treating errands as a production—transit, shops, and food all within immediate reach.
Why people love it here
$335K median
- 16 sales in last 12mo
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Median home price in Glenwood Forest
Estimated Monthly Payment
$2,274/mo
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See what your home is worthWalkability
Fair
Overall walkability score out of 10
Based on actual walk/bike/drive times to nearby amenities via Mapbox
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Krispy Krunchy Chicken
+1 more
Bambu Dessert Drinks
Bar Down Grill
Kellogg Woods Park
+1 more
Unnamed playground
Van Singel Lake
Paul Henry - Thornapple Trail
East-West Trail
Planet Fitness
Eastern at Springwood (NB)
+1 more
CVS Pharmacy
+1 more
KDL Library - Kentwood
My Little Munchkins Childcare Learning Center
Celebration Cinema South
Based on 15 rated schools nearby
Range: 1/10 to 7/10
School District: Kentwood Public Schools
Crime in Glenwood Forest 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 Kent County.
Kent County crime & safety stats →To buy a median-priced Glenwood Forest home (around $335,000) at today's 6.49% 30-year fixed rate with 20% down, you'd need roughly $59k/year in household income to qualify — an estimated monthly payment of $2,228 (principal, interest, property tax est., and insurance).
| Down payment | Monthly payment | Income needed |
|---|---|---|
| 20% | $2,228/mo | $59,418 |
| 10% (+PMI) | $2,565/mo | $68,409 |
| 5% (+PMI) | $2,678/mo | $71,415 |
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
~$860/yr in electricity from a typical rooftop solar system
Produces ~6,273 kWh/yr · offsets ~60% of a typical home's use
Resident-arranged private hauler
Residents contract own refuse hauler; city ordinance governs container storage.
Services for Kentwood · Source: kentwood.us
Utility, solar, and service details for Glenwood Forest 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.
Flood Risk
None
Not in flood zone
Nearest Park
Kellogg Woods Park
1.0 mi
Parks Nearby
10
within 1 mile
🛒 Grocery(30)
Family Fare
Grocery Store
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Grocery Store
Daily Deals Food Outlet
Grocery Store
+27 more within 5 miles
🍕 Restaurants(14)
Burger King
Fast Food
Hungry Howie's Pizza
Restaurant
Krispy Krunchy Chicken
Restaurant
China City
Restaurant
+9 more within 5 miles
☕ Coffee(20)
+17 more within 5 miles
🍺 Bars(20)
+17 more within 5 miles
🏫 Schools(28)
School
Saint Mary Magdalena School
Kelloggsville School
+23 more within 5 miles
💪 Gyms(6)
Planet Fitness
Fitness Center
Blue's Gym
Fitness Center
Anytime Fitness
Fitness Center
+3 more within 5 miles
🌳 Parks(4)
+1 more within 5 miles
🐕 Dog Parks(1)
Dog Park in 29th St & East Paris Ave Area
Dog Park
🚴 Trails(1)
East-West Trail
Bike Path
🚌 Transit(30)
Transit Stop
Transit Stop
Transit Stop
+27 more within 5 miles
💊 Pharmacies(10)
+7 more within 5 miles
👶 Childcare(3)
📚 Libraries(4)
+1 more within 5 miles
⚡ EV Charging(1)
EV Charging
Frequently asked about Glenwood Forest
- What do homes cost in Glenwood Forest?
- The median home value in Glenwood Forest is about $335,000. Individual prices vary by street, size, and condition.
- How active is the Glenwood Forest housing market?
- there are 2 homes for sale in Glenwood Forest right now, and 16 homes sold here in the last 12 months. Listings refresh throughout the day from the MichRIC MLS.
- What schools serve Glenwood Forest?
- Glenwood Forest is served by Kentwood Public Schools. Its highest-rated assigned school is Bowen Elementary (7/10).
- Is Glenwood Forest walkable?
- Glenwood Forest scores 4.8/10 for walkability — a measure of walking, biking, and driving access to groceries, dining, parks, schools, and transit.