Portage

Woodbridge Hills, Portage Neighborhood

Portage provides a peaceful environment with a slower-paced atmosphere ideal for quiet living. The community features predominantly single detached homes, many constructed around the late 1970s, offering spacious three and four-bedroom options. Convenience is enhanced by accessible parking and proximity to major highways like I-94, making driving around simple and efficient. Multiple public bus lines serve the area, with bus stops located nearby for public transit users. Educational needs are supported through several public and private elementary schools. Residents have access to around twenty supermarkets and select nearby restaurants, ensuring practical options for groceries and dining.

Portage offers a relaxed ambience. Portage is very good for those who like quiet surroundings, as the streets are generally very tranquil.

Highlights of Woodbridge Hills

Parks, schools, dining, and what makes this neighborhood special

🌳 Moorsbridge Nature Preserve

This serene neighborhood preserve offers scenic walking trails winding through lush woods and wetlands, making it a favorite spot for residents to enjoy peaceful strolls and observe local wildlife right within the Woodbridge Hills community.

🏫 Moorsbridge Elementary School

Located within Woodbridge Hills, this top-rated Portage Public Schools elementary fosters a strong sense of community, provides excellent educational opportunities, and serves as a gathering point for local families.

🍽️ Centre Avenue Dining Cluster

Just outside the neighborhood’s main entrance off Centre Avenue, you'll find a convenient collection of popular eateries including Erbelli’s Gourmet Pizzeria, Centre Street Tap House, and Sushi Kabar, perfect for casual dinners or quick bites close to home.

🛒 Southland Shopping Center

The nearby Southland Shopping Center on South Westnedge Avenue offers Woodbridge Hills residents easy access to grocery stores, boutique shops, and major retailers for everyday essentials, all just a short drive from the neighborhood.

🚴 Portage Bicentennial Trail Access

Woodbridge Hills offers direct access to the Portage Bicentennial Trail, part of an extensive city-wide network—ideal for residents who enjoy biking, running, or taking in the lake views along this paved, multi-use path.

A Portage Neighborhood

This August in Woodbridge Hills

Things to do, events, and what's happening this month

Sundays, Through October 11, 2026

Portage Zhang Farmers Market

125 East Centre Avenue • 9:00 AM–1:00 PM

A weekly farmers market offering fresh summer produce like peaches, plums, melons, local food trucks, live music, and artisan goods—perfect for stocking up on seasonal favorites just minutes from Woodbridge Hills.

August 5, 2026

Picnics in the Park T1D Summer Series

Milham Park – Southern Pavilion • 5:00 PM–7:00 PM

A free, family‑friendly picnic in Milham Park with lawn games and activities, great for connecting with local families near Woodbridge Hills in Portage while enjoying a casual evening out.

August 7–9, 2026

Portage Area Summerfest Music Festival

Portage Area (various stages) • Various times (see lineup)

A multi-day music festival featuring tribute bands and regional acts across multiple stages—an exciting, walkable arts and culture event for residents in Woodbridge Hills.

August 28–29, 2026

Taste of Portage Market Fair

Downtown Portage (Market Square, Cook & DeWitt Streets) • Friday evening; Saturday all day

Downtown Portage comes alive with live music, food courts, a car show, vendors, children’s activities and races—ideal for families from Woodbridge Hills seeking a vibrant weekend outing.

Through August 21, 2026

Library Summer Lunch Program

Portage District Library and nearby parks (e.g., Goodyear Park)

Free daily lunches for kids at the library and local parks—an important community resource for families in Woodbridge Hills to stay fed and engaged during August.

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