Forest Hills City Property Records in Michigan

Forest Hills is a suburban area east of Grand Rapids in Kent County, Michigan, mostly in Cascade Township and nearby Ada, and known for large lots and wooded neighborhoods. Property records here are tied to township and county offices.

The Kent County Register of Deeds in Grand Rapids records deeds, mortgages and surveys, and offers online document search. Assessment data is maintained by the Cascade Charter Township Assessor, with countywide parcel details compiled by the Kent County Equalization Department. Tax collection is handled by the Cascade Charter Township Treasurer and the Kent County Treasurer. Land divisions and zoning questions go to the Cascade Charter Township Planning and Zoning Department.

Avg. Household Income
Avg. Household Income:
$156,618
Avg. Home Price
Avg. Home Price:
$474,800
Avg. Property Tax Amount
Avg. Property Tax Amount:
$5,470
Avg. Property Tax
Avg. Property Tax:
1%
Median Gross Rent
Median Gross Rent:
$1,950 / mo
Owner Occupied Housing Rate
Owner Occupied Housing Rate:
94%
Population
Population:
28,494

Forest Hills Property and Community Statistics

What Is the Population Profile of Forest Hills

Forest Hills's Race and Ethnicity data shows the city's racial and ethnic makeup, with the number of residents and the percentage of the population in each group. The three largest groups are White (88%, 25,021 residents), Hispanic (4%, 1,258 residents), and Asian (4%, 1,074 residents). The data also includes other racial and ethnic groups.

White
88%
25,021
Hispanic
4%
1,258
Asian
4%
1,074
Two + Races
3%
883
Black
0.65%
184
Other Race
0.14%
39
American Indian
0.12%
35
Pacific Islander
0%
0

Forest Hills, Ratings Compared Across Michigan A+

Forest Hills's ratings cover different aspects of life in the city. The three highest-rated categories are Public Schools (A+), Good for Families (A+), and Jobs (A+). Other notable ratings include Commute (B+), Nightlife (B), and Weather (C-). Together, these ratings provide an overview of key quality-of-life categories.

Public Schools
Public Schools
A+
Cost of Living
Cost of Living
B-
Health & Fitness
Health & Fitness
A
Outdoor Activities
Outdoor Activities
A-
Nightlife
Nightlife
B
Weather
Weather
C-
Commute
Commute
B+
Access to Bars
Access to Bars
B-
Access to Coffee Shops
Access to Coffee Shops
B+
Access to Outdoor Activities
Access to Outdoor Activities
A-
Access to Parks
Access to Parks
A-
Access to Restaurants
Access to Restaurants
B+
Crime & Safety
Crime & Safety
N/G
Diversity
Diversity
C+
Good for Families
Good for Families
A+
Good for Retirees
Good for Retirees
A-
Good for Young Professionals
Good for Young Professionals
A-
Housing
Housing
A
Jobs
Jobs
A+
Walkability
Walkability
B-

How Educated Is Forest Hills

Forest Hills's Education data shows residents' educational attainment, including Bachelor Degree (41%), Masters Degree (19%), and Associate Degree (8%). The data also includes other available education levels.

Bachelor Degree
41%
Masters Degree
19%
Associate Degree
8%
Some College
7%
High School
7%
Doctorate
3%
Below High School
2%

When Were Homes Built

Forest Hills's Home Age data shows when homes were built across different construction periods. Most homes were built during 1960 - 1979 (32%), followed by 2000 - Present (30%) and 1980 - 1999 (30%). The data also includes other available construction periods.

1960 - 1979
32%
1980 - 1999
30%
2000 - Present
30%
1940 - 1959
5%
Before 1939
2%

How Many Bedrooms Do Homes Have?

Forest Hills's Home Size data shows the distribution of homes by number of bedrooms. Most homes have 4 Bedrooms (35%), followed by 3 Bedrooms (31%) and 5 or More Bedrooms (24%). The data also includes other available bedroom categories.

4 Bedrooms
35%
3 Bedrooms
31%
5 or More Bedrooms
24%
2 Bedrooms
8%
1 Bedroom
2%
No Bedrooms
0.32%

What Is the Average Age

Forest Hills's Population data shows the distribution of residents by age group. The largest groups are 65 Plus (17%), 45 - 54 (15%), and 10 - 17 (15%). The data also includes other available age groups.

65 Plus
17%
45 - 54
15%
55 - 64
15%
10 - 17
15%
35 - 44
14%
Under 10
13%
25 - 34
7%
18 - 24
4%

Property Market Trends at Forest Hills

Forest Hills's property market remains strong, with the median home price reaching approximately $474,800. Suburban areas, however, offer more affordable housing options. The rental market is also competitive, with the median rent around $1,950 per month. Despite high demand and limited inventory, the market remains resilient, attracting both buyers and investors seeking long-term value in Forest Hills's dynamic real estate landscape.

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