Ottawa

Greenwood Estates, Ottawa Neighborhood

Ottawa provides a peaceful neighborhood experience with minimal street noise and a relaxed setting. The area primarily features single detached homes alongside some duplexes, with many residences offering two or three bedrooms. Its cycling network supports convenient bicycle commuting. Residents have convenient access to pharmacies that also carry basic food items and a modest selection of restaurants nearby. Elementary education is reachable within a short distance for most properties. Overall, Ottawa combines a quiet environment with practical amenities and comfortable housing options built mainly around the early 1970s, creating a welcoming community atmosphere.

Ottawa offers a relaxed environment. Ottawa is very quiet overall, as there isn't a lot of street noise or city clamor.

Highlights of Greenwood Estates

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

🏫 Sunflower Elementary School

Located just over a mile from Greenwood Estates on Falcon Way, Sunflower Elementary is part of USD 290 and consistently rated among the top public elementary schools in Kansas, offering a strong educational foundation for young residents in the neighborhood.

🚴 Prairie Spirit Rail Trail

This scenic multi-use trail runs through Ottawa and offers Greenwood Estates residents a peaceful, paved corridor for biking, walking, and enjoying outdoor recreation just minutes from their homes.

🌳 Forest Park

One of Ottawa’s well-maintained city parks located a short drive away, Forest Park provides Greenwood Estates families with wide-open green spaces, playgrounds, and picnic areas ideal for leisurely weekends.

🛒 Walmart Supercenter (Princeton Street)

Located at 2101 South Princeton Street, this full‑service Walmart Supercenter offers convenient access to groceries, home goods, vision and pharmacy services for Greenwood Estates residents.

🏫 Ottawa Middle & High Schools

Approximately 2.2 miles from Greenwood Estates, Ottawa Middle School and Ottawa Senior High School serve older students with comprehensive academic and extracurricular programs within USD 290.

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This July in Greenwood Estates

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

July 1, 2026

Escape the Study Room Game: ‘Bad Seed, Good Egg’

Reddick Public Library District

A fun, brain‑teasing library escape‑room style game available all July; great for families or friends looking for an engaging, local indoor activity right in Ottawa.

July 1–31, 2026 (Wednesdays)

Shake, Rattle, Read! (Storytime & Craft)

Reddick Public Library District • 10:00 AM–10:45 AM

Weekly mid‑morning sessions for toddlers and caregivers featuring themed stories, songs, and crafts, perfect for Greenwood Estates families with young children.

July 12 & July 26, 2026 (Sundays)

Summer Sunday Storytime

Ottawa Public Library (Hazeldean branch) • 10:30 AM

Short drop‑in storytimes for all ages with rhymes and songs; ideal for nearby families seeking weekend, screen‑free entertainment close to home.

July 10, 2026

Twitty & Lynn – A Salute to Conway & Loretta

Ottawa Memorial Auditorium • 7:30 PM

A live musical tribute to Conway Twitty and Loretta Lynn, offering local residents an entertaining evening of classic country hits just minutes from Greenwood Estates.

July 16, 2026

Music Bingo

Ottawa Memorial Auditorium • 7:00 PM

A fun‑for‑all bingo night with music themes—great for friends or families looking for a relaxed and lively evening activity close by.

July 18, 2026

Grand Ottawa Opry

Ottawa Memorial Auditorium • 6:00 PM

A Branson‑style show featuring country, rockabilly, gospel and more—perfect for a community night out with live performances within easy reach of Greenwood Estates.

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