Trailside Woods
Strong schools draw families here
Median $488K·Walkability 2.7/10·Schools 6.8/10
You might walk in expecting a standard subdivision cookie-cutter situation, but Trailside Woods delivers something quieter—23 acres of mature woods chopped into condo lots that actually feel like you own land, even though you don't. The median home value hovers around $480K, and the average lot runs 0.44 acres, which means trees, shade, and genuine separation from your neighbors rather than the usual wall-to-wall feel. A coffee shop sits just 1.2 miles away, a restaurant about a mile beyond that, and if you're restless for the city, downtown Grand Rapids is a straightforward 25-minute drive. The Rogue River boat launch sits less than a mile off, so if you're the type who likes to slip a kayak in before breakfast, the geography cooperates. Rockford Public Schools serve the community, and Trestle Park is close enough for a casual walk when you need to shake off the quiet.
Why people love it here
Valley View Elementary School
- Elementary — 2.1 mi away
- Rockford
- 5 rated schools in district
$488K median
- Based on 3yr sales
Park-rich area
- 5 parks within 1 mile
- White Pine Trail: 6 min walk
- Trestle Park: 11 min walk
Conventional Mortgage Calculator
Median home price in Trailside Woods
Estimated Monthly Payment
$3,313/mo
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Based on 4 rated schools nearby
Range: 1/10 to 9/10
School District: Rockford Public Schools
Median Sale Price
$488K
Based on 3yr sales
Units
52
Complex Size
23.0 ac
52 units
Flood Risk
None
Not in flood zone
Nearest Park
Trestle Park
0.5 mi
Parks Nearby
5
within 1 mile
Walkability
Limited
Overall walkability score out of 10
Based on actual walk/bike/drive times to nearby amenities via Mapbox
Family Fare
Momma's Boy
+1 more
Tim Hortons
St. Julian Winery & Distillery Tasting Room
+1 more
Trestle Park
Unnamed playground
Waller Lake
+1 more
Unnamed beach
Luton Yellow Trail
dog_park
White Pine Trail
Rogue River Launch (A-41-102)
+1 more
Snap Fitness
Krause Memorial Library
Northstar Cinema
Crime in Trailside Woods 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 Trailside Woods home (around $488,000) at today's 6.49% 30-year fixed rate with 20% down, you'd need roughly $87k/year in household income to qualify — an estimated monthly payment of $3,246 (principal, interest, property tax est., and insurance).
| Down payment | Monthly payment | Income needed |
|---|---|---|
| 20% | $3,246/mo | $86,555 |
| 10% (+PMI) | $3,737/mo | $99,652 |
| 5% (+PMI) | $3,901/mo | $104,032 |
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.
Homeowners Association
Trailside Woods Homeowners Association
Source: trailsidewoods.us · unconfirmed
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
Algoma Sanitary District / private well
Algoma Sanitary District serves water/sewer in pockets (incl. Algoma-Plainfield system); rural on private well.
Algoma Sanitary District / individual septic
Sanitary district + Camp Lake Sewer in serviced areas; rural on septic.
Resident-arranged private hauler
Algoma Township Fire Department
Serves ~12,143 in 33 sq mi; 2 stations; full-time chief + 3 FT + 28 paid-on-call.
Services for Algoma · Source: algomasd.org
Utility, solar, and service details for Trailside Woods 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(6)
Grocery Store
Family Fare Supermarket
Grocery Store
Meijer
Grocery Store
+3 more within 5 miles
🍕 Restaurants(14)
Momma's Boy
Restaurant
Evergreen Inn Restaurant
Restaurant
Fast Food
Piccadilly Circus Pizza
Restaurant
Subway
Restaurant
+9 more within 5 miles
☕ Coffee(18)
+15 more within 5 miles
🍺 Bars(12)
Flo's Wood Fired Pizzeria
Bar
St. Julian Winery & Distillery Tasting Room
Bar
Grill One Eleven
Bar
+9 more within 5 miles
🏫 Schools(7)
Valley View School
Blessed Virgin School
Parkside Elementary
School
+2 more within 5 miles
💪 Gyms(3)
MVP Fitness
Fitness Center
Fitness Center
Fitness Center
🌳 Parks(8)
+5 more within 5 miles
🐕 Dog Parks(2)
🚴 Trails(3)
⛵ Boat Launches(2)
Boat Launch
Boat Launch
🚌 Transit(1)
Transit Stop
Frequently asked about Trailside Woods
- What do homes cost in Trailside Woods?
- The median home value in Trailside Woods is about $488,000. Individual prices vary by street, size, and condition.
- What schools serve Trailside Woods?
- Trailside Woods is served by Rockford Public Schools. Its highest-rated assigned school is Valley View Elementary School (9/10).
- Is Trailside Woods walkable?
- Trailside Woods scores 2.7/10 for walkability — a measure of walking, biking, and driving access to groceries, dining, parks, schools, and transit.