Why Live in Glenside
Glenside, a neighborhood in Muskegon, features a mix of ranch-style homes, Cape Cods, and Colonial Revivals, built before 1950 and maintained with a high level of care. The homes range from 700 to 3,100 square feet on lots varying from a tenth of an acre to a full acre. Residents enjoy the mature trees and proximity to McGraft Park, which is less than 1 mile from any home. The 92-acre park offers a disc golf course, pickleball and shuffleboard courts, a basketball court, softball field, playgrounds, a synthetic curling rink, and a kayak launch. For those looking for things to do, Sherman Boulevard provides entertainment options such as Sherman Bowling Center and Bat ‘n Club, as well as dining spots like Glenside Pub, Skeetown Tavern, and Nauty’s. Grocery stores and other essentials are conveniently located about 1 mile east on Sherman Boulevard. Community events are frequent, with McGraft Park hosting the McGraft Park Summer Concert Series and various holiday celebrations organized by the Glenside Neighborhood Association. Transportation is accessible with Muskegon Area Transit bus service, and major highways and airports are within a short drive.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Glenside a good place to live?
Glenside is a good place to live. Glenside is considered car-dependent and somewhat bikeable. Glenside is a suburban neighborhood. Glenside has 8 parks for recreational activities. It is fairly sparse in population with 5.6 people per acre and a median age of 48. The average household income is $59,932 which is below the national average. College graduates make up 23.4% of residents. A majority of residents in Glenside are home owners, with 35.3% of residents renting and 64.7% of residents owning their home. A
local real estate agent serving Glenside can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our
Glenside neighborhood guide.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Glenside?
The median home price in Glenside is $340,000. If you put a 20% down payment of $68,000 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.74%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $1,760 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $75K a year to afford the median home price in Glenside. The average household income in Glenside is $60K.
What are the best public schools in Glenside?
The best public schools that serve Glenside are:
- Muskegon High School has a C+ Niche grade, a student teacher ratio of 25:1 and an average review score of 3.7.
What are the best private schools in Glenside?
The best private schools that serve Glenside are:
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Are home prices dropping in Glenside?
Yes, home prices in Glenside are down 20% in the last 12 months.
Home Trends in Glenside, MI
On average, homes in Glenside, Muskegon sell after 67 days on the market compared to the national average of 70 days. The median sale price for homes in Glenside, Muskegon over the last 12 months is $334,801, down 24% from the median home sale price over the previous 12 months.
Median Sale Price
$334,801
Median Single Family Sale Price
$335,000
Median Townhouse Sale Price
$243,950
Median 2 Bedroom Sale Price
$179,900
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$270
Number of Homes for Sale
2
Last 12 months Home Sales
32
Median List Price
$340,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
3%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
-24%