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An article in CNNMoney.com says home sale contracts have risen for the
8th consecutive month. Most of this activity is attributed to the first
time home buyer tax credit. NAR [National Assoc of Realtors] released
September figures that homes sales spiked 6.1% in August, the index’s
highest level since December 2006.
Just how is Grand Rapids doing? With one of the highest unemployment
figures in the country, and home foreclosures only second to Nevada,
let’s see how Grand Rapids is faring in home sales so far this year.
Greater Grand Rapids Area Home Sales 2009
- January 324
- February 401
- March 507
- April 606
- May 532
- June 707
- July 703
- August 635
- September 606
- October 612
Total 5633
Jan – Oct Homes Sales 2008 = 5205
Jan – Oct Homes Sales 2007 = 5159
Jan – Oct Homes Sales 2006 = 5436
Jan – Oct Homes Sales 2005 = 6305
Well, it looks like the best year for home sales in the Greater Grand
Rapids area since 2005, a record breaking year of home sales.
Signs are good that CNNMoney is right, home sales are doing well
nationally and in Grand Rapids.
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For MLS access to the homes for sale in the West Michigan Area,visit: Westbrook Realty ~ Grand Rapids Real Estate for a free search. Your search can be saved and modified as you view homes, with no obligation.
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We have gathered a list of the top Caledonia Michigan Houses
to buy, based on price per square foot.
Please note that this list can change daily as some homes
sell, prices are adjusted and other homes come on the market.
Check back often or just subscribe to our blog to get
up-to-date local real estate information that you want to know.
We have included Foreclosed Homes but will not include "Short Sale"
Homes in our lists, if this condition is stated.
The total square footage is noted here, although only the
main floors are used to figure price per square foot.
Lowest price/Sq Ft range from $53.92 to $88.08 in Caledonia.
We are starting to see prices creep up and inventory go
down, so if you have been waiting for the best time to
buy in Caledonia, don’t wait much longer.
October 2009 TOP BEST BUY Caledonia Homes
Highest list price is $312,716 Lowest list price is $97,900
The Top 21 Caledonia Homes to Buy by Price per Sq Foot:
8585 Acorn Ave SE $97,900 1282 Sq Ft $76.37/SqFt
572 145th Ave $99,000 1836 Sq Ft $53.92/SqFt
4494 2nd St $114,900 1400 Sq Ft $82.07/SqFt
5780 68th St SE $130,000 1777 Sq Ft $73.16/SqFt
6606 Buttrick Ave $139,876 2674 Sq Ft $88.08/SqFt
213 Johnson St SE $139,900 1942 SqFt $72.04/SqFt
9628 Morse Lake Ave $ 144,900 2751 Sq Ft $61.66SqFt
209 Terrace SE $144,900 1650 Sq Ft $87.82/SqFt
1616 Crescent Pointe $158,500 2174 Sq Ft $72.91/SqFt
9583 Scotsmoor Ct SE $ 164,638 2140 Sq Ft $76.93/SqFt
9615 Scotsmoor Dr SE $ 169,843 2140 Sq Ft $79.37/SqFt
9044 Alanada Dr $ 172,000 1974 Sq Ft $87.13/SqFt
327 Johnson St $178,500 3000 Sq Ft $59.50/SqFt
9580 Scotsmoor Dr $178,637 2073 Sq Ft $86.17/SqFt
8845 Whitneyville Ave $179,800 3000 Sq Ft $81.73/SqFt
7328 Patterson Ave $190,000 3227 Sq Ft $76.71/SqFt
323 Johnson St $239,900 3800 Sq Ft $82.92/SqFt
9555 Kraft Ave SE $249,000 3216 Sq Ft $77.43/SqFt
10441 E Rivershore Dr $271,950 3095 Sq Ft $87.87/SqFt
2947 92nd St SE $285,000 4158 Sq Ft $68.54/SqFt
8860 Vincent Ave SE $312,716 4272 Sq Ft $73.20/SqFt
*Some of these homes may be bank owned foreclosures and
not habitable as is or available for a mortgage in present condition.*
Caledonia Michigan Real Estate
If you would like to see a Caledonia Top Best Buys Home, please
contact me: 1-888-240-1968 ext 0
or email me at terry@terrywestbrook.com
We have gathered a list of the top East Grand Rapids Houses to buy
based on price per square foot. Please note that this list can change daily
as some homes sell, prices are adjusted and other homes come on the
market. Price per square foot is a great leveler. If two similar homes are
listed at similar prices, their price per square foot should be similar.
It should reflect the interior finish of the home. For example, if it has
crystal chandeliers, marble tile, a new kitchen, this would be more per
square foot than a home that is in derelict condition.
Note: We will not be listing “Short Sale” properties in our list,
if disclosed.
The total square footage is noted here, although only the main floors
are used to figure price per square foot.
October 2009 – 22 TOP BEST BUY East Grand Rapids Homes
Lowest price/Sq Ft range from $54.86 to $117.77
Highest List Price - $349,700
Lowest List Price - $124,900
The Top East GR Homes to Buy by Price per Square Foot:
1635 Breton Rd SE $124,900 1893 Sq Ft $65.98/SqFt
2200 Estelle Dr SE $139,900 1474 Sq Ft $109.81/SqFt
1408 Edgewood Ave $144,900 1874 Sq Ft $77.32/SqFt
630 Rosewood Ave $159,900 1862 Sq Ft $85.88/SqFt
430 Rosewood Ave $159,900 2650 Sq Ft $73.72/SqFt
428 Edgemere Dr $164,900 3006 Sq Ft $54.86/SqFt
2752 Robinson Rd $169,900 1532 Sq Fr $110.90/SqFt
1646 Robinson Rd $174,000 3171 Sq Ft $54.87/SqFt
348 Gladstone Dr $174,900 1775 Sq Ft $98.54/SqFt
159 El Centro Blvd $174,900 1848 Sq Ft $94.64/SqFt
2258 Lake Dr SE $179,900 2261 Sq Ft $79.57/SqFt
1630 Lake Dr SE $179,900 2692 SqFt $66.83/SqFt
1117 Eastwood Ave $205,000 2250 Sq Ft $108.52/SqFt
2150 Anderson Dr $209,000 3322 Sq Ft $75.29/SqFt
3030 Cascade Rd $209,900 3000 Sq Ft $117.77/SqFt
147 El Centro Blvd $215,000 2318 Sq Ft $108.48/SqFt
1401 Pinecrest Ave $220,000 2350 Sq Ft $103.97/SqFt
2332 Boston St $269,900 2782 Sq Ft $114.46/SqFt
3030 Fulton St SE $269,900 3460 Sq Ft $113.40/SqFt
2305 Wilshire Dr $279,900 3000 Sq Ft $112.59/SqFt
3151 Brentwood $339,900 3596 Sq Ft $94.52/SqFt
1401 Breton Rd $349,700 3873 Sq Ft $102.85/SqFt
The bargains are fewer & prices appear to be getting more
expensive here in East Grand Rapids this fall. No homes
under $100K have been listed for the past 5 months.
If you have been waiting for the right time to buy, don’t wait much
longer. We are starting to see signs competition for homes in some
areas, like East Grand Rapids and Forest Hills, is on the rise.
*Some of these homes may be bank owned foreclosures and not habitable
as is or available for a mortgage in present condition.*
East GR Real Estate Market Blogs
If you would like to view an East Grand Rapids Best Buy Home,
please contact us @1-888-240-1968 x 0 or email us :
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If you are looking for a home in the Grand Rapids Area, we service the following areas: Metro Grand Rapids, Ada-Cascade, East Grand Rapids, Caledonia, Kentwood, Lowell, and Rockford. We have assisted Grand Rapids buy & sell homes for the last 35+ years. Call 1-616-292-7263 to talk with Terry or email him at: terry@terrywestbrook.com.
For MLS access to the homes for sale in the West Michigan Area,visit: Westbrook Realty ~ Grand Rapids Real Estate for a free search. Your search can be saved and modified as you view homes, with no obligation.
Thinking of selling your home? We offer one of the most extensive marketing campaigns in Grand Rapids with a major online presence for your home. With over 85% of buyers looking for homes online, this is where we concentrate our efforts. Click here to view Terry’s Realtor profile.
Subscribe to our Grand Rapids Michigan Real Estate Blog
Westbrook Realty – Giving You Our Personal Best
A charming Tudor Style home is now available in Ottawa Hills. This
area has been a wonderful neighborhood to live in Grand Rapids
since the 1930’s. There is a new neighbor coming in the fall of
2010: a new Christian Elementary School.
This quality built home has hardwood floors on the main floor and
the 3 upstairs bedrooms. A large living room with fireplace, bay window
and adjacent sunroom.
Listed at $129,900.
Westbrook Realty ~ Search Grand Rapids Real Estate
Copyright 2009 all rights reserved
Call 1-616-292-7263 or email me: terry@terrywestbrook.com
Two luxury homes will be open to the public on October 25, 2009.
Both are on the prestigious Watermark Golf Course in Grand Rapids, MI.
One is a custom built condominium which sets on the 17th tee, the
other is a custom built single family home that sets on the 6th tee.
1698 Watermark Dr. SE Open Sunday Oct 25, 2009 from 12-2pm:
This home has 5 bedrooms, 2 kitchens, a game room, billiard room, wine
cellar, and home theater room. Built in 2006 with quality materials, you
have to see the 5476 finished square feet of luxury living. A composite
deck ovelooks the 6th tee, so you can monitor your friends golf game.
New Listing at $722,500.
1927 Talamore Ct SE Open Sunday Oct 25, 2009 from 2-4pm:
This custom built in 2005 condo has 3090 square feet of finished living
space and many upgrades when built. 3 bedrooms, 2.5 baths, hardwood
floors up and down, carpeted bedrooms, luxury master bath with
heated floor tiles, spa tub for 2, walk in shower, and walk in closet.
Wired for flat screen TV, storage space and room for expansion in the
lower level walk out.
Four season sun room with access to deck that overlooks the 17th tee.
A fabulous condo in move in condition, come see for yourself.
Listed at $ 489,000.
Westbrook Realty ~ Search Grand Rapids Real Estate
Copyright 2009 all rights reserved
Call 1-616-292-7263 or email me: terry@terrywestbrook.com
Crystal Springs ~ Kentwood Absorption Report August 2009
Crystal Springs Development in Caledonia, Michigan is a large, residential
suburban housing development that was started in the late 1980’s and
most construction was finished in the 1990’s although some newer homes
have been built since 2000. There are also a few vacant lots left to develop.
This development covers a large area around the Stonewater Golf Course
at Crystal Springs south of 68th Street to 72nd Street and encompassing
Kalamazoo Avenue on the east and west. This development has single
family homes and condos, many located right on the Stonewater Golf Course.
The public school system is Kentwood, even though the address is Caledonia.
Crystal Springs is close to the shopping plaza at 68th and Kalamazoo,
Kentwood High School, and a short hop to M-6, which is the south beltline for
the Greater Grand Rapids area connecting US 131 on the west and I96 on the
east side of the city.
October 2009 Real Estate
Residential Market Report
Crystal Springs Neighborhood
Active Listings: 17 Active Listings
Average Price: $238,482
Price per Sq Ft: $99.88 (Main Floor only)
Average days on the Market: 148
PENDING: 4 homes
SOLD: 14 Sold Homes
Average Sold Price: $ 230,946
Average Sold Price Per Sq Ft: $ 95.48 (Main floor only)
Average Days on the Market: 109
Absorption Rate for Crystal Springs Listings is 3.3 months for the
current housing inventory. If no other homes enter the market,
it will take 3.3 months for the current homes to sell at the current
rate of sales.
Crystal Springs Homes that are priced competitively are selling.
As you can see by the statistics, the homes that have their price
per square foot around $100 are selling.
Sales have started to rebound in this neighborhood from last
year’s abysmal rates. Sold prices remain steady and haven’t fallen
this summer or fall, though average list price has shifted downward
about $14K to align with sold prices.
Watermark CC purchases Crystal Springs GC
Crystal Springs GC has a new look & a new name
Crystal Springs Home – Sold in 4 days
Caledonia Michigan Real Estate Reports
Kentwood Michigan Real Estate Reports
If you would like additional information about Caledonia
or Kentwood Homes, please contact me directly at
1-888-240-1968 ext 0
This charming two story Tudor home in Ottawa Hills will be coming on the
market soon. With 3 bedrooms up, 1 1/2 baths, hardwood floors, and
2 stall garage attached, this home has a very livable floor plan.
Built in 1931 with quality materials, it has lots of built in character
with a fireplace and bay window in the living room. A sun room, formal
dining room, kitchen with new laminate flooring, new roof in 2008,
and 2009 painted wood exterior.
Ready for new owners to move in and enjoy the neighborhood.
The new Grand Rapids Christian Elementary School being built on
the site of the old Ottawa Hills High School, recently Iroquois Middle
School, is expected to be completed in fall 2010.
This sharp little bungalow on Grand Rapids Michigan NE side has a surprising
amount of room. The finished recreation room down and the large bedroom
up with a full bath make it a plus. Many improvements, new carpeting,
tile floors, fenced yard and a quiet neighborhood.
Come on over and take a look. We will be there Sunday from 12-2 pm.
Front of Home
Large Fenced Back Yard
Living Room with new carpeting
Kitchen has been updated with new cabinets, tile
floor, all appliances are included.
Listed at $99,900 MLS # 767050
Call me at 616-292-7263 for a private showing or email me at
Westbrook Realty ~ Grand Rapids Real Estate
Copyright 2009 all rights reserved
Call 1-616-292-7263 or email me: terry@terrywestbrook.com
We have gathered a list of the top Grand Rapids Township Houses
to buy based on price per square foot. An added bonus, these
Grand Rapids Township Homes are in East Grand Rapids or
Forest Hills Public School system. If you are new to the Grand Rapids
area, Grand Rapids Township taxes are lower than East Grand Rapids,
Grand Rapids, or Ada Township.
**Please note that this list can change daily as some homes sell,
some homes go through a lengthy approval process, prices are
adjusted and other homes come on the market. Check
back often or just subscribe to our blog to get up-to-date local
real estate information that you want to know.
The total square footage is noted here, although only the
main floors are used to figure price per square foot.
Grand Rapids Township:
Lowest price per Sq Ft $43.03
Highest price per Sq Ft $98.85
September 2009 BEST BUY GR Township Homes
Highest list price is $ 259,900
Lowest list price is $ 59,900
Top Best Buy GR Township Homes by Price per Square Foot:
3426 Nottingham Dr $ 59,900 1392 SqFt $43.03/SqFt
3165 Windcrest Dr $110,000 1209 SqFt $90.98/SqFt
1890 Leffingwell $110,900 2128 Sq Ft $52.11/SqFt
1791 Grand Ct NE $118,900 1600 Sq Ft $74.31/SqFt
1787 Park Trl NE $119,900 1600 Sq Ft $74.94/SqFt
2811 3 Mile Rd NE $119,900 1257 Sq Ft $95.39/SqFt
1787 Grand Ct NE $119,900 1600 Sq Ft $76.19/SqFt
1773 Park Trl NE $121,900 1600 Sq Ft $76.19/SqFt
3333 Park Ridge Ln $129,500 1600 SqFt $80.94/SqFt
2847 Winesap Ave $139,900 1557 Sq Ft $89.85/SqFt
3574 Michigan St NE $144,900 1470 Sq Ft $98.57/SqFt
2309 3 Mile Rd NE $159,900 3340 SqFt $75.25/SqFt
2870 E Sandrel Ct $164,900 1780 SqFt $92.64/SqFt
3206 Oak Hollow Dr $169,900 2509 Sq Ft $67.72SqFt
2755 Pinesboro Dr $169,900 1907 SqFt $89.09/SqFt
2782 Pinesboro Dr $179,900 2420 SqFt $98.85/SqFt
150 Morningside Dr $210,000 2224 SqFt $94.42/SqFt
2983 Canyonside Ct $249,900 3748 SqFt $86.23/SqFt
201 Shore Haven Dr $249,900 2600 Sq Ft $96.11/SqFt
2711 Bridge Place Dr $250,000 2534 Sq Ft $98.66/SqFt
3348 Oak Hollow Dr $259,900 3365 Sq Ft $97.52/SqFt
In this area of Grand Rapids, as well as others, there are fewer
really great home bargains on the market. If you have been
waiting for prices to start climbing and inventory to shrink, the
time appears to be here. List price and price per square foot are
both higher for all homes this month.
We are NOT including Short Sales in our Best Buy List this month.
We feel they are not feasible for most buyers as the time delays in
negotiating with the lenders are running 3-9 months.
*Some of these homes may be bank owned foreclosures and
not habitable as is or available for a mortgage in present condition.*
If you have questions about Grand Rapids Township or Grand
Rapids homes, please contact me directly:
1-888-240-1968 ext 0
email: terry@terrywestbrook.com
Photo of Frederick Meijer Gardens Entrance by Bonnie Westbrook
We have gathered a list of the top Rockford Houses to buy
based on price per square foot, one of the best ways to sort
through homes for values.
Please note: This list can change daily as some
homes sell, prices are adjusted and other homes come
on the market. The homes listed below are probably
dated and would need updating with new carpeting,
paint, and kitchen-bath redos at a minimum to bring
them to current market standards. They might need major
repair work done, such as new roofs & mechanicals.
*Some of these homes may be bank owned foreclosures and
not habitable as is or available for a mortgage in present condition.*
We will NOT Be listing SHORT SALES on this list, if known.
Check back often or just subscribe to our blog to get
up-to-date local real estate information that you want to know.
The total square footage is noted here, although only the
main floors are used to figure price per square foot, even if
the basement is finished.
September 2009 23 Top BEST BUY Homes Rockford, Michigan.
The lowest list price is $ 44,900
The highest list price is $369,900
Lowest price/Sq Ft range from $52.76 to $84.16
The Top Rockford Homes to Buy by Price per Square Foot:
179 Hunter’s Lane $ 44,900 851 Sq Ft $52.76/SqFt
6731 Boca Vista Dr $ 64,900 990 Sq Ft $65.56/SqFt
6905 Northland Dr $ 64,900 1028 Sq Ft $63.13/SqFt
6711 Boca Vista Dr $ 72,900 960 Sq Ft $75.94/SqFt
6701 Boca Vista Dr $74,900 960 Sq Ft $78.02/SqFt
6681 Boca Vista Dr $75,850 960 Sq Ft $79.01/SqFt
6757 Cannon Ctr $79,500 1250 Sq Ft $63.60/SqFt
7730 Belding Rd NE $87,900 1181 Sq Ft $74.43/SqFt
218 Hunters Lane $91,900 1144 Sq Ft $80.33/SqFt
8825 Castle Hill Dr $103,500 1641 Sq Ft $75.88/SqFt
3103 13 Mile Rd NE $106,900 1564 Sq Ft $68.35/SqFt
5035 Bear Ave $109,900 1629 Sq Ft $67.46/SqFt
7635 10 Mile Rd NE $109,900 1832 Sq Ft $59.99/SqFt
7006 S Cannon Pl $119,900 1500 Sq Ft $79.93/SqFt
125 Prospect St $129,900 2548 Sq Ft $50.98/SqFt
4351 Porter Hollow $134,900 2000 Sq Ft $67.45/SqFt
120 E Division St $134,900 2100 Sq Ft $77.09/SqFT
10636 Trailside Wds $138,688 1936 Sq Ft $71.64/SqFt
3426 Thistle Dhu $139,000 1662 Sq Ft $83.63/SqFt
5302 10 Mile Dr $149,900 1843 Sq Ft $81.33/SqFt
6880 Peninsula Dr $154,900 2000 Sq Ft $77.45/SqFt
6874 Peninsula Dr $154,900 2000 Sq Ft $77.45/SqFt
6156 Meadowlark $169,900 3364 Sq Ft $75.51/SqFt
5645 Ramsdell Dr $169,900 2300 Sq Ft $73.87/SqFt
9204 N Division $179,900 2418 Sq Ft $74.40/SqFt
1479 10 Mile Rd $179,900 2164 Sq Ft $83.13/SqFt
647 Highlander Dr $189,900 3050 Sq Ft $62.26/SqFt
7031 Bonaire Ct NE $199,900 3160 Sq Ft $73.55/SqFt
6754 Blythefield $200,000 3392 Sq Ft $82.30/SqFT
7758 Pine Island Ct $369,900 4395 Sq Ft $84.16/SqFt
There are still quite a few bargains to be had in the Rockford
area, there are 9 listings under $100K. If you are thinking of
buying in Rockford, now is the time to be looking. Prices are
climbing. Homes that are in great condition and priced right
are selling quickly. “Below tax appraisal” priced homes are
disappearing from the market in some areas of Grand Rapids.
Don’t overlook the $8000 tax credit for first time home buyers
or buyers who haven’t owned a home for the last 3 years.
This will be available for homes closed until November 30, 2009,
but time is running out—-unless Congress extends it.
Rockford Michigan Real Estate Market Blogs
If you would like to view a Rockford Top Best Buys Home,
please contact us 1-888-240-1968 x 0
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