Valley Forge
Solid value in a growing area
Median $468K·Walkability 5.2/10·Schools 4.1/10
Winding through Valley Forge's tree-lined streets feels like stepping into one of those neighborhoods where the lots actually give you room to breathe—each one a quarter-acre or so, enough space to think without feeling hemmed in. You're right in Shawmut Hills, a corner of Grand Rapids where older estates and 1950s colonials sit comfortably alongside newer builds, all of it wrapped in mature trees that turn spectacular in fall. A coffee shop and restaurant are both within a six-minute walk, there's a park five minutes on foot, and you've got 36 restaurants and 18 groceries within a mile if you want options. Downtown is about 8.6 minutes away, which means you're not far from the city's energy but far enough to have actual quiet. Homes here run around $468K, and the Grand Rapids Public Schools district handles education—this is genuinely a place where people choose to stay, not just pass through.
Why people love it here
$468K median
- Assessor estimate
Walkable for daily errands
- 0 places within a 10 min walk
Park-rich area
- 30 parks within 1 mile
- Unnamed park: 13 min walk
- Shawmut Park: 10 min bike
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Median home price in Valley Forge
Estimated Monthly Payment
$3,176/mo
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Est. Home Value
$468K
Assessor estimate
Parcels / Units
32
Median Lot Size
0.24 ac
0.19 ac – 0.64 ac
Walkability
Fair
Overall walkability score out of 10
Based on actual walk/bike/drive times to nearby amenities via Mapbox
Flood Risk
None
Not in flood zone
Nearest Park
Unnamed park
0.2 mi
Parks Nearby
30
within 1 mile
Frequently asked about Valley Forge
- What do homes cost in Valley Forge?
- The median home value in Valley Forge is about $467,775. Individual prices vary by street, size, and condition.
- What schools serve Valley Forge?
- Valley Forge is served by Grand Rapids Public Schools. Its highest-rated assigned school is City MiddleHigh (8/10).
- Is Valley Forge walkable?
- Valley Forge scores 5.2/10 for walkability — a measure of walking, biking, and driving access to groceries, dining, parks, schools, and transit.