Glenwood Forest No.5
Solid value in a growing area
Median $330K·Walkability 5.1/10·Schools 5.1/10
Tucked into the Greater Grand Rapids landscape, this sixteen-acre subdivision sits within comfortable reach of daily necessities—a grocery store just a mile away, a restaurant around the corner—while Creekside County Park waits only 1.3 miles off for those seeking green space and moving water. The neighborhood draws working families and those building modest stability, with a median household income around $67,000 and about three in five homes owner-occupied, creating the quiet rhythm of people settling in for the long term. A twenty-one minute commute to work and access to Kentwood Public Schools anchor this place as practical ground for those seeking rootedness within the greater metropolitan area.
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Why people love it here
$330K median
- 5 sales in last 12mo
Walkable for daily errands
- Eastern/Bellewood (NB): 5 min walk
- 5 places within a 10 min walk
12,066 sq ft avg lots
- 45 homes
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Median home price in Glenwood Forest No.5
Estimated Monthly Payment
$2,240/mo
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5 homes sold in Glenwood Forest No.5 this year. Thinking of selling?
See what your home is worthMedian Sale Price
$330K
5 sales in last 12mo
Parcels / Units
45
Median Lot Size
0.25 ac
0.22 ac – 0.47 ac
Expected Rent
$2,200/mo
$1,925 – $2,450 · estimated range
Walkability
Fair
Overall walkability score out of 10
Based on actual walk/bike/drive times to nearby amenities via Mapbox
Family Fare
+1 more
Krispy Krunchy Chicken
Bambu Dessert Drinks
Bar Down Grill
Kellogg Woods Park
Unnamed playground
Providence Lake
East-West Trail
Planet Fitness
Eastern/Bellewood (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 No.5 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 No.5 home (around $330,000) at today's 6.67% 30-year fixed rate with 20% down, you'd need roughly $59k/year in household income to qualify — an estimated monthly payment of $2,226 (principal, interest, property tax est., and insurance).
| Down payment | Monthly payment | Income needed |
|---|---|---|
| 20% | $2,226/mo | $59,368 |
| 10% (+PMI) | $2,562/mo | $68,329 |
| 5% (+PMI) | $2,675/mo | $71,342 |
Estimates use a 6.67% 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
~$877/yr in electricity from a typical rooftop solar system
Produces ~6,394 kWh/yr · offsets ~61% 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 No.5 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
0.9 mi
Parks Nearby
5
within 1 mile
🛒 Grocery(30)
Family Fare
Grocery Store
bp
Grocery Store
Daily Deals Food Outlet
Grocery Store
+27 more within 5 miles
🍕 Restaurants(9)
Krispy Krunchy Chicken
Restaurant
Fast Food
China City
Restaurant
Hungry Howie's Pizza
Restaurant
+4 more within 5 miles
☕ Coffee(15)
+12 more within 5 miles
🍺 Bars(18)
+15 more within 5 miles
🏫 Schools(28)
Kelloggsville School
School
Saint Mary Magdalena School
+23 more within 5 miles
💪 Gyms(5)
Planet Fitness
Fitness Center
Blue's Gym
Fitness Center
Anytime Fitness
Fitness Center
+2 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)
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Frequently asked about Glenwood Forest No.5
- What do homes cost in Glenwood Forest No.5?
- The median home value in Glenwood Forest No.5 is about $330,000. Individual prices vary by street, size, and condition.
- How active is the Glenwood Forest No.5 housing market?
- no homes are listed in Glenwood Forest No.5 right now, and 5 homes sold here in the last 12 months. Listings refresh throughout the day from the MichRIC MLS.
- What schools serve Glenwood Forest No.5?
- Glenwood Forest No.5 is served by Kentwood Public Schools. Its highest-rated assigned school is East Kentwood High School (7/10).
- Is Glenwood Forest No.5 walkable?
- Glenwood Forest No.5 scores 5.1/10 for walkability — a measure of walking, biking, and driving access to groceries, dining, parks, schools, and transit.