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Forest Hills Michigan Waterfront Homes June 2010
Current market conditions have brought home prices down
to levels we haven’t seen in many years. All price levels
and market sectors have been affected.
Now is a great time to purchase a Waterfront Home.
We have a list of 38 homes with private water frontage,
and over 25% of them are under $300,000.
2780 Thornapple River Dr $ 189,900
3557 Tricklewood Dr $ 280,000
7180 Cascade Rd SE $ 324,900
7474 Alaska Rdg SE $ 335,000
8585 Lilly Ridge Dr SE $ 349,500
6727 Burger Dr SE $ 399,000
3468 Goodwood Dr SE $ 412,800
4061 Maracaibo Shores Dr $ 425,000
3010 Thornapple River Dr $ 425,900
1875 Forest Shores Dr SE $ 475,000
2561 Cascade Springs Dr SE $ 488,000
2850 Foxfire Ln SE $ 499,900
2278 Thornapple River Dr $ 535,000
7436 Ventura Dr SE $ 575,000
2515 Cascade Springs Dr SE $ 585,000
1041 Thornapple River Dr SE $ 594,500
3402 Goodwood Dr SE $ 698,000
7369 Thornapple River Dr SE $ 739,900
7400 Ventura Dr SE $ 749,900
7486 Alaska Rdg SE $ 799,000
4970 Whitneyville Ave SE $ 799,000
8158 Wilderness Trail NE $ 849,000
4095 Reeds Lake Blvd SE $ 999,900
2465 Cascade Springs Dr SE $1,175,000
7303 Grachen Dr SE $1,385,000
7421 Kenrob Dr SE $1,440,000
1960 Steketee Woods Ln SE $1,599,000
7101 Gladys Dr SE $1,695,000
5470 Egypt Valley Blvd $1,750,000
4069 Reeds Lake Blvd $1,790,000
If a leisure lifestyle appeals to you, this may be the perfect time
to make your move. I am always available for questions or details
concerning Michigan waterfront real estate.
1-888-240-1968 X 6 Ask for Terry
Grand Rapids Real Estate ~ Westbrook Realty
Copyright 2010 All rights reserved
Grand River photo by Bonnie Westbrook
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The authors of the this blog write about Grand Rapids Real Estate, the Greater Grand Rapids MI area, and what it is like to live in West Michigan. Grand Rapids Michigan is a vibrant, growing metropolitan area with a diverse business community, great medical research & services, numerous universities, plus lively arts and entertainment of all kinds.
We believe: Grand Rapids is a Great Place to Live!
Westbrook Realty Grand Rapids MI Real Estate
Contact Terry 616-292-7263
Forest Hills Michigan Top Best Buy Forest Hills Homes
(Ada-Cascade) to buy, based on price per square foot
for June 2010.
The homes listed below would probably 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,
new plumbing, electrical & other major mechanicals.
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, not the
basement, even if finished.
Please note: This list can change daily as some homes sell,
prices are adjusted and other homes come on the market.
Top Best Buy Homes – Forest Hills Michigan June 2010
25 properties
The lowest price/Sq Ft for homes range from $34.78 to $79.58
Lowest list price is $59,000
Highest list price is $249,900
June 2010 homes Forest Hills School District:
This list could include properties in Ada Township, Cascade
Township, Grand Rapids Township, Lowell Township, and the
city of Kentwood.
WARNING: Some of these homes may be bank owned foreclosures,
short sales and not habitable as is or available for a mortgage
in present condition.
The Top Forest Hills Homes to Buy by Price per Square Foot:
2674 Chatham Woods Dr $ 54,900 926 SqFt $59.29/SqFt
2629 Chatham Woods Dr $ 67,500 1363 Sq Ft $73.93/SqFt
4477 Knapp Ct NE $74,900 1769 Sq Ft $66.93/SqFt
1417 Grand River Dr NE $ 75,000 1248 Sq Ft $60.10/SqFt
6351 Wainscot Dr SE $ 75,000 1116 Sq Ft $67.20/SqFt
3914 Cascade Rd Dr $77,900 1240 Sq Ft $62.82/SqFt
6372 Wainscot Dr SE $ 84,900 1224 Sq Ft $69.36/SqFt
6248 Lincolnshire Ct SE $ 84,900 1744 Sq Ft $66.17/SqFt
2201 Shady Dr NE $ 85,000 2444 Sq Ft $34.78/SqFt
3181 Charlevoix Dr $ 89,900 1338 Sq Ft $67.19/SqFt
2049 Rowland Ave $ 94,900 1280 Sq Ft $74.14/SqFt
3005 Chapshire Dr $ 95,000 1224 Sq Ft $77.61/SqFt
3747 Bradford St NE $100,000 1640 Sq Ft $60.98/SqFt
1791 Grand Ct NE $117,900 1600 Sq Ft $73.69/SqFt
1787 Park Trail NE $117,900 1600 Sq Ft $73.69/SqFt
3333 Park Ridge Ln NE $124,300 1600 Sq Ft $77.69/SqFt
1789 Grand Ct NE $124,900 1600 SqFt $78.06/SqFt
43 Robinhood Dr NE $139,900 2328 SqFt $69.39/SqFt
6948 Maplecrest Dr SE $159,000 2692 SqFt $59.06/SqFt
5015 Ada Dr SE $199,900 3000 Sq Ft $74.04/SqFt
205 Shore Haven Dr $199,900 2652 SqFt $75.38/Sq Ft
5739 Fulton St E $ 224,900 4557 Sq Ft $62.79/SqFt
More Forest Hills Michigan Real Estate Articles 2010
If you would like to see a particular Top Best Buys Forest Hills
Home, please contact us at 1-888-240-1968 ext 0 or email us at:
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The authors of the this blog write about Grand Rapids Real
Estate, the Greater Grand Rapids MI area, and what it is like
to live in West Michigan. Grand Rapids Michigan is a vibrant,
growing metropolitan area with a diverse business community,
great medical research & services, numerous universities,
plus lively arts and entertainment of all kinds.
We believe: Grand Rapids is a Great Place to Live!
Westbrook Realty Grand Rapids MI Real Estate
Contact Terry 616-292-7263
Grand Rapids Michigan July 4th 2010 Celebration
Grand Rapids July 4th Fireworks and Celebration will be held at
Ah Nab Awen Park along the Grand River in downtown Grand
Rapids. The evenings entertainment will start at 6 pm and
conclude with the fireworks display at 10:30 pm.
Schedule of Free Events:
6:00 pm – Octaglee Vocal Octet sing patriotic selections
6:15-6:45 pm – Spittin’ Image – 8th & 9th grade students play
contemporary and classic rock
7:00 –7:30 pm – Gabriel James – Alternative style
7:45 – 8:30 pm – Silversmith – Group plays original music from
blues to classic rock
8:30 – 9:15 pm – Four Finger Five – Band plays a unique mix of rock and blues
9:15 – 9:30 pm – Ralston Bowles – Popular West Michigan entertainer
9:30 – 10:30 pm – Natchez Trace – One of Michigan’s favorite Vocal Bands
10:30 pm – FIREWORKS!!!!
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The authors of the this blog write about Grand Rapids Real Estate, the Greater Grand Rapids MI area, and what it is like to live in West Michigan. Grand Rapids Michigan is a vibrant, growing metropolitan area with a diverse business community, great medical research & services, numerous universities, plus lively arts and entertainment of all kinds.
We believe: Grand Rapids is a Great Place to Live!
Westbrook Realty Grand Rapids MI Real Estate
Contact Terry 616-292-7263
Caledonia Michigan July 4th 2010 Celebration
Caledonia’s July 4th 2010 celebration will be held on Saturday,
July 3rd, 2010 at Caledonia Lakeside Park.
List of Caledonia July 3rd 2010 Events:
8:00 AM – The Kilt Klassic 5K Run
10:30 AM The Parade
12:00 Noon Stage Entertainment
Throughout the day there will be games, food, Antique Tractor Pull,
and fun for the whole family.
10:00 pm – Fireworks at dusk
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The authors of the this blog write about Grand Rapids Real Estate, the Greater Grand Rapids MI area, and what it is like to live in West Michigan. Grand Rapids Michigan is a vibrant, growing metropolitan area with a diverse business community, great medical research & services, numerous universities, plus lively arts and entertainment of all kinds.
We believe: Grand Rapids is a Great Place to Live!
Westbrook Realty Grand Rapids MI Real Estate
Contact Terry 616-292-7263
Ada/Cascade Michigan July 4th 2010 Celebrations
Ada MI July 4th Celebration
Friday July 2, 2010 Ada Park – Bike Decorating Day
10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
$4 kids 4-12 yrs who show up with parent or guardian
[fee includes supplies and helpers]
Saturday July 3rd, 2010:
Parade Line up 9:30 AM Parking Lot near McDonalds
4th of July Parade 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM
Entertainment/Activities 11:00 AM- 6:00 PM Ada Village Green
“On the Green Activities”
New Classic Car Show Thornapple River Drive
Fireworks Dusk 7590 E Fulton @ Ada Drive In the Village
Cascade Township July 4th Celebration
Saturday July 3rd 2010:
8:30 AM – 3:30 PM Friends of the Library Book Sale
Cascade Public Library
9:45 – 10 AM Bicycle Parade Staging
Cascade Fellowship Christian Reformed Church
**Parade Participants must wear a bike helmet
10:30 AM Main Parade Cascade Rd SE to 28th St, west
up 28th St to Jacksmith
11:30 AM – 3:30 PM Street Fair Begins Free Games , Rides for kids
& adults, elephant rides, train rides, animal
petting zoo, Food Booths, Clowns & more…..
Cascade Library Grounds
12:-12:45 PM Live Music by Flashback Stage at Library Grounds
12:55 – 1:15 PM Ronald McDonald Stage at Library Grounds
1:15PM-2:00PM Music by Flashback Stage at Library Grounds
2:10 PM – 2:30 PM F.H.Y. Cheer Pomms Stage at Library Grounds
2:30 –3:15 PM Music by Flashback Stage at Library Grounds
3:30 PM Closing of the Celebration
Fireworks Dusk 7590 East Fulton @ Ada Drive ( Downtown Ada Village
Green across from Amway)
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The authors of the this blog write about Grand Rapids Real Estate,
the Greater Grand Rapids MI area, and what it is like to live in West
Michigan.Grand Rapids Michigan is a vibrant, growing metropolitan
area with a diverse business community, great medical research &
services, numerous universities, plus lively arts and entertainment
of all kinds.
We believe: Grand Rapids is a Great Place to Live!
Westbrook Realty Grand Rapids MI Real Estate
Contact Terry 616-292-7263
East Grand Rapids July 4th 2010 Celebration
Sunday July 4th:
Parade 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm Starts at Woodcliff Admin.Bldg,
travels along Lake Dr, Lakeside and Wealthy, ending at Croswell
Concessions open – Noon to Late Evening
Activities open at John Collins Park 12:30 – 5 pm
Soft Play, Bungee Run, Dragon Hide n Slide, Clown & Airbrush tattos
1:00 – 1:30 pm – Performance by Firecracker Cheer Camp
Water Ski Show 1:30-2:30 pm by Grand City Show Skiers
3:00 – 4:00 pm – Performance by Zumba
5:00 – 6:30 pm – Performance by The Ardvark Stew
8:30 – Dusk Grand Rapids Federation of Musicians
Fireworks – Dusk over Reeds Lake ( approx 10:15 pm)
East Grand Rapids 4th of July Information
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The authors of the this blog write about Grand Rapids Real Estate, the Greater Grand Rapids MI area, and what it is like to live in West Michigan. Grand Rapids Michigan is a vibrant, growing metropolitan area with a diverse business community, great medical research & services, numerous universities, plus lively arts and entertainment of all kinds.
We believe: Grand Rapids is a Great Place to Live!
Westbrook Realty Grand Rapids MI Real Estate
Contact Terry 616-292-7263
Kentwood Michigan July 4th 2010 Celebration
All Events To be held on Saturday July 3rd, 2010
Most of the events will take place at Kentwood City Hall
4900 Breton Rd, unless noted.
Join the fun in Kentwood to celebrate our Independence Day !
The theme for this year’s parade – Proud to be American!
July 3rd 2010 Kentwood Events Schedule:
Pancake Breakfast 7:00-9:00 AM Kentwood Activities Center 355 48th St SE
Indy 5 K Race 8:50 – 10:00 AM Registration Form Required Begins at
Kellogswood Park
Parade 10:00 AM – Starts at the Family Fare Parking Lot ( 52nd & Eastern)
Carnival 6:00 – 10:00 pm 4900 Breton at Kentwood City Center
Games, Carnival Rides, Food Vendors
Fireworks Display – 10:15 pm
Kentwood City 4th of July Information – Please check their site for more details.
It doesn’t get much better than this. A perfect day on Glen Lake in northern Michigan. Just over the dune in the distance is Lake Michigan, which provided our fresh grilled whitefish for supper.
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The authors of the this blog write about Grand Rapids Real Estate, the Greater Grand Rapids MI area, and what it is like to live in West Michigan. Grand Rapids Michigan is a vibrant, growing metropolitan area with a diverse business community, great medical research & services, numerous universities, plus lively arts and entertainment of all kinds.
We believe: Grand Rapids is a Great Place to Live!
Westbrook Realty Grand Rapids MI Real Estate
Contact Terry 616-292-7263
Grand Rapids Michigan NE Two Story home just listed for sale
1013 Worcester Dr NE has been updated to look like a much newer home.
A new kitchen, updated bathrooms, new laminate floors and new
carpeting make this home look like a magazine layout. New white
6 panel doors have been installed through out the house, fresh
paint, and replacement windows round out the improvements.
The lot is large and the back yard is completely fenced and deep.
Privacy in the back with mature woods and a leafy tree lined street.
Located in a quiet Northeast neighborhood, don’t let this one get away!
For more information and a walk through video, visit our web site:
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The authors of the this blog write about Grand Rapids Real Estate,
the Greater Grand Rapids MI area, and what it is like to live in
West Michigan. Grand Rapids Michigan is a vibrant, growing metro-
politan area with a diverse business community, great medical
research & services, numerous universities, plus lively arts and
entertainment of all kinds.
We believe: Grand Rapids is a Great Place to Live!
Westbrook Realty Grand Rapids MI Real Estate
Contact Terry 616-292-7263
Current Absorption Rate for Rockford Michigan is 4.79 months
overall on average, which means if no new listings come on the
market, it will take 4.79 months to sell current home inventory.
March 15, 2010 – June 14, 2010
Rockford Homes Less than $200,000
Active Listings – 217
Pending Homes – 52
Sold Rockford Homes 111
Average sold price $ 139,345 140,296
High sold price $199,900
Low sold price $44,250
Average Sold Price/SqFt $98.08
Over $ 200,000 Rockford MI Homes
Active Rockford MI Listings – 162
Pending Rockford Homes – 23
Sold Rockford Homes – 51
Average Rockford List Price: $ 356,650
Average Rockford Sold Price: $ 336,866
High Sold Price $ 1,299,000
Low Sold Price $202,000
Even though inventories are still high in this market, the
absorption rate is back in normal range. It has been a good
spring market for the Rockford area. We still recommend
you have your home priced correctly, over-priced homes
will not sell in this buyer’s market.
If you have any questions about Rockford or
Grand Rapids MI homes, please contact me directly.
Grand Rapids Real Estate – Westbrook Realty
Copyright 2010 All rights reserved
Photo by Bonnie Westbrook
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The authors of the this blog write about Grand Rapids Real Estate,
the Greater Grand Rapids MI area, and what it is like to live in
West Michigan. Grand Rapids Michigan is a vibrant, growing metro-
politan area with a diverse business community, great medical
research & services, numerous universities, plus lively arts and
entertainment of all kinds.
We believe: Grand Rapids is a Great Place to Live!
Westbrook Realty Grand Rapids MI Real Estate
Contact Terry 616-292-7263