The Preserve

So here's the thing about The Preserve—it sits on 46 acres with lots that average 2 acres each, which means you're actually living on real land instead of just owning a slice of it with your neighbors. It's condo living, but the spacing makes it feel nothing like typical attached units. You've got Forest Hills Public Schools serving the area, and downtown Grand Rapids is only about 13 minutes away when you need it, though you won't feel like you're living in anyone's backyard. The nearest restaurant is roughly a mile out, and there are six grocery stores within 2 miles if you're the type who doesn't want to hunt. Homes here run around $1.3M, and that land footprint is part of why—this isn't dense. Carl Creek Crossings Preserve is a short walk if you want to get outside, and there's a boat launch at Knapp Street Bridge about 2.6 miles down the road if you're into that. The whole setup feels like someone took the "community" part seriously without making everyone feel like they're on top of each other.