Ridgebrook
Late midcentury charm along quiet streets
While each winding street of Glenwood Forest isn’t lined by a sidewalk, the roads are quiet enough for residents to enjoy carefree strolls. Even on the neighborhood’s outskirts, mature trees buffer the noise from higher trafficked roads. Some of Glenwood Forest’s houses date back to the 1950s, but for the most part, these ranch-style and split-level homes cropped up between the ‘60s and ‘70s. This is reflected in the area’s simple, charming, homey midcentury architecture and common features like driveways and two-car garages. That said, new construction properties are joining the neighborhood, introducing the New Traditional style to Glenwood Forest. List prices start around $230,000 for, say, a three-bedroom, two-bathroom ‘50s charmer. Prices cap at about $500,000, which is in the ballpark for a larger newly constructed home with four bedrooms and four bathrooms. As for multifamily properties, apartment complexes lie south of 60th Street.Glenwood Elementary and Brookwood Elementary
Served by Kentwood Public Schools, Glenwood Forest has two elementary schools right in the neighborhood. On the west side, and attended by students living on the west side, is Glenwood Elementary, rated with a B-plus on Niche. Attended by east-side students and located on the neighborhood’s east side is Brookwood Elementary, rated B on Niche. Academic pathways meet at Valleywood Middle School, rated C-plus on Niche, before students move on to East Kentwood Freshman Campus for ninth grade, rated B on Niche. Their last stop on this K-12 line is East Kentwood High. This high school is ranked No. 5 on Niche’s list of standout high schools in Michigan and has an A rating. Students here can enrich their school days with a variety of extracurriculars, such as team sports like football and volleyball, and clubs for various interests like graphic design, skiing and e-sports.Jaycee Park
“A lot of well-maintained parks are close by for cookouts and playgrounds or dog walks,” Lewis says. “There are some great golf courses around, and a very nice municipal course is 10 minutes away.” In the center of Glenwood Forest is Jaycee Park, a heavily wooded community green space with plentiful outdoor activities. It’s not only a great place to stop for a picnic, but it features three different playgrounds and a challenging 18-hole disc golf course that winds through the woods. “You also have Lake Michigan 45 minutes away with 3 large beaches — Holland, Grand Haven, and Muskegon — and some smaller ones,” Lewis says. More trailways lie south. Local bikers hop on the Fred Meijer M-6 Trail, a paved pathway with multiple trailheads that run alongside Highway 6.Conveniences along Kalamazoo Avenue
Running errands is a breeze from Glenwood Forest. “Walmart Super Center, Meijer and Family Fare are all 5 minutes away,” Lewis says. Heading south on Kalamazoo Avenue takes residents to a commercial center just outside the neighborhood. However, for a bite to eat, residents don’t even have to leave the neighborhood. Cabaña Tres Amigos is a popular spot tucked into Glenwood Forest’s east side, serving delectable Tex-Mex dishes.Kentwood’s annual tree lighting
Every December, Kentwood has an annual tree lighting ceremony at the Richard L. Root Kentwood Branch Library, located northeast of Glenwood Forest. Folks come for the tree lighting event and stay for the carriage rides, holiday music and luminary walk. The event features children’s activities, such as take-home craft kits and photos with Santa.Highway 6 and Highway 131
State Highway 6 and U.S. Highway 131 are the main commuter routes for Glenwood Forest residents. It’s about a 9-mile drive to downtown Grand Rapids from the heart of the neighborhood. Kentwood is a rather car-dependent area, but residents can still ride The Rapid, the Grand Rapids Metro Area’s public transit system.
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Agents Specializing in this Area
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Pamela Foster
Pamela Foster
Responds QuicklyBerkshire Hathaway HomeServices Michigan Real Estate (Cascade)
(616) 816-5793
19 Total Sales
1 in Ridgebrook
$230,000 Price
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Mark Brace
Mark Brace
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Michigan Real Estate (Main)
(269) 430-2613
871 Total Sales
5 in Ridgebrook
$120K - $310K Price Range
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Tanya Powell-May
Tanya Powell-May
Keller Williams GR North
(616) 202-5928
303 Total Sales
2 in Ridgebrook
$305K - $309K Price Range
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John Cremer
John Cremer
Five Star Real Estate (Grandv)
(616) 816-4743
688 Total Sales
1 in Ridgebrook
$320,000 Price
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Larry Martin
Larry Martin
Keller Williams Realty Rivertown
(269) 430-2607
613 Total Sales
5 in Ridgebrook
$165K - $345K Price Range
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Helena Rosenberger
Helena Rosenberger
Real Broker LLC
(616) 947-3320
112 Total Sales
1 in Ridgebrook
$365,000 Price
Schools
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Parks in this Area
Rondo Street Station
Jaycee Park
Creekside Park
- Baseball/Softball
- Picnic Area
- Trails
East-West Trail
Pinewood Park
- Baseball/Softball
- Basketball
- Soccer
Summerwood Park
- Playground
Transit
Crime and Safety
| 1 - Low Crime, 10 - High Crime | Ridgebrook | US |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide | 4 | 4 |
| Sexual Assault | 4 | 4 |
| Assault with Weapon | 4 | 4 |
| Robbery | 3 | 4 |
| Burglary | 3 | 4 |
| Motor Vehicle Theft | 3 | 4 |
| Larceny | 4 | 4 |
| Crime Score | 3 | 4 |
Source: WhatIsMyCrimeRisk.com
Ridgebrook Demographics and Home Trends
On average, homes in Ridgebrook, Kentwood sell after 49 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Ridgebrook, Kentwood over the last 12 months is $450,000, down 13% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Housing Trends
Median List Price
$485,000
Median Sale Price
$450,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$450,000
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$332,000
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$750,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
6%
Last 12 months Home Sales
24
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-13%
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$374
Neighborhood Facts
Number of Homes in Neighborhood
947
Number of Homes for Sale
1
Median Year Built
1991
Months of Supply
0.50
Average Single Family Home Size Sq Ft
1,620
Below the national average
1,924
Median Lot Size Sq Ft
15,246
Open Houses
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Friday, Aug 15 - 6:30pm
Distribution of Home Values
Homes for Sale
Homes for Rent
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$1,506 - $2,436 per month
- The Crossings Apartments
- 1-2 Beds
- 1-2 Baths
- 689+ Sq Ft
- 1414 Eastport Dr SE
- Grand Rapids, MI
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$2,195 - $2,850 per month
- Eden Forest Townhomes
- 2-3 Beds
- 2.5 Baths
- 1,238+ Sq Ft
- 1190 Fairbourne Dr
- Grand Rapids, MI
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$1,350 per month
- Apartment for Rent
- 2 Beds
- 1 Bath
- 1,200 Sq Ft
- 1394 Carriage Hill Dr SE
- Grand Rapids, MI
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Average Home Value
Property Mix - Square Feet
This Neighborhood Has More Renters
Demographics
Total Population
7,178
Median Age
34
Population Density
8 ppl/acre
Population under 18
28.1%
On par with the national average
23.8%
Population over 65
11.8%
Below the national average
19.1%
Finances
Median Household Income
$58,453
Below the national average
$71,702
Average Household Income
$72,808
Education and Workforce
High School Graduates
92.8%
College Graduates
33.2%
Advanced Degrees
7%
Below the national average
13.3%
% Population in Labor Force
74.4%
Above the national average
65.1%
Weather
Annual Precipitation
39''
Average Winter Low Temperature
19°F
Average Summer High Temperature
83°F
Annual Snowfall
119''
Area Factors
Somewhat Bikeable
Bike Score®
25
/ 100
Car-Dependent
Walk Score®
30
/ 100
Source: Walk Score
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Sound Score® measures the noise level of any address. Transit Score® measures access to public transit. Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
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