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.

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This September in Woodbridge Hills

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

September 5, 2026

First Saturday: The Teacher’s Lounge

Kalamazoo Public Library, 315 S Rose St, Kalamazoo, MI • 10:30 AM–12:00 PM

A free, engaging educational session for local parents, educators, and curious minds from nearby Portage; an opportunity to network and learn teaching strategies close to home.

September 11, 2026

Masquerade: Inclusive Dance Party

Portage Parks & Recreation, 320 Library Lane, Portage, MI • 6:30 PM–8:00 PM

A fun, accessible costume dance event with a DJ, mask-making, games and snacks—all just a short drive from Woodbridge Hills, ideal for families and youth.

September 12, 2026

Portage Community Center’s 50th Anniversary Cornhole Tournament

Portage Community Center

Celebrate five decades of community service with friendly competition at the cornhole tournament—perfect for neighbors to honor local history and support ongoing youth and family programs.

September 5–September 26, 2026

Kalamazoo Farmers Market (Seasonal Saturday Market)

Kalamazoo Farmers Market, 1204 Bank Street, Kalamazoo, MI • 7:00 AM–1:00 PM

Weekly Saturday market offering fresh local produce, artisan goods, and a playground—easy weekend destination for Woodbridge Hills families seeking fresh food and community vibe.

September 17, 2026

Kalamazoo Farmers Market Night Market (3rd Thursday)

Kalamazoo Farmers Market, 1204 Bank Street, Kalamazoo, MI • 5:00 PM–10:00 PM

A vibrant evening market with local vendors, food, and entertainment—great for a lively midweek outing near Portage as fall begins.

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