Why Live in Westwood
Westwood in Little Rock is a neighborhood known for its natural appeal and well-maintained midcentury homes. Western Hills Park, a 127-acre green space, is a significant feature, offering nature hikes, fishing at Western Hills Lake, and wildlife sightings. The park, once a country club, now provides a serene environment with loblolly pine trees and blackberry vines. Housing in Westwood includes ranch-style homes on quarter-acre plots, split-levels with Colonial Revival symmetry, and a few contemporary-style homes. The neighborhood is safer than the national average, adding to its appeal. The Jack Stephens Youth Golf Academy, with its 9-hole championship and par-3 honors courses, is a notable facility for young golfers. Westwood's schools include Western Hills Elementary, Cloverdale Middle, and Little Rock Southwest High School, which offers a career magnet program. The small commercial corridor in the northeastern corner features grocery stores like Edward’s Cash Saver and Value Foods, and several Latin food eateries, including the popular La Cabañita. Proximity to Interstate 430 makes the Outlets of Little Rock a convenient 6-mile drive, while the Midtown district, with Park Plaza Mall and various restaurants, is equally close.
