Top Best Home Buys in Rockford Michigan ~ March 2009

Posted on March 16, 2009 by Terry & Bonnie

We have gathered a list of the top Rockford Houses to buy.

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.*

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.

March 2009 BEST BUYS Rockford, Michigan.

The lowest list price is $39,920

The highest list price is $200,000

Lowest price/Sq Ft range from $47.62 to $74.92

The Top Rockford Homes to Buy by Price per Square Foot:

4812 Pettis Ave NE $39,920 672 Sq Ft $59.40/SqFt

8125 Myers Lake Ave $79,900 1390 Sq Ft $57.48/SqFt

7401 Wilkinson Dr NE $84,900 1600 Sq Ft $53.06/SqFt

7041 S Cannon Place $110,000 1514 Sq Ft $72.66/SqFt

4853 Cannonsburg Rd $134,900 2550 Sq Ft $66.72/SqFt

6674 Echo Dr NE $149,900 2387 Sq Ft $62.80/SqFt

7635 10 Mile Rd NE $119,900 1832 Sq Ft $65.45/SqFt

5134 Corchel Hls NE $200,000 2696 SqFt $74.18/SqFt

9898 Whitten St NE $119,900 1792 Sq Ft $66.91/SqFt

9699 10 Mile Rd NE $ 60,000 1162 Sq Ft $51.64/SqFt

4341 Kroes St NE $ 89,900 1542 Sq Ft $74.92/SqFt

3309 Las Vegas Dr NE $99,900 1362 Sq Ft $73.35/SqFt

2331 Post Dr NE $ 99,900 1880 Sq Ft $53.14/SqFt

10 N Fremont St $ 69,900 1008 Sq Ft $69.35/SqFt

271 N Monroe St $ 71,900 1510 Sq Ft $47.62/SqFt

5073 10 Mile Rd NE $ 93,900 1605 Sq Ft $71.95/SqFt

647 Highlander Dr NE $199,320 3050 Sq Ft $65.35/SqFt

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Top Home Buys East Grand Rapids Michigan ~ March 2009

Posted on March 16, 2009 by Terry & Bonnie

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. Check back often or just subscribe to our blog to get up-to-date

local real estate information that you want to know.

East Grand Rapids homes for sale

The total square footage is noted here, although only the main floors are

used to figure price per square foot.

March 2009 BEST BUY East Grand Rapids Homes

Lowest price/Sq Ft range from $63.55 to $96.65

Highest List Price - $389,900

Lowest List Price - $ 99,900

The Top East GR Homes to Buy by Price per Square Foot:

2701 Albert Dr $ 99,900 1571 Sq Ft $93.28/SqFt

706 Rosewood Ave $ 124,900 1676 Sq Ft $74.52/SqFt

1151 Idema Dr $129,900 1344 Sq Ft $96.65/SqFt

1549 Rosalind Rd $134,900 2094 Sq Ft $74.70/SqFt

2218 Lake Dr. $139,900 1900 Sq Ft $87.88/SqFt

2946 Cascade Road $144,900 2280 Sq Ft $63.55/SqFt

2610 Richards Dr $ 156,000 1716 Sq Ft $90.91/SqFt

1635 Breton Road $160,000 2300 Sq Ft $84.21/SqFt

1638 Wealthy St SE $169,900 2400 Sq Ft $80.90/SqFt

2101 Lake Dr SE $182,500 1976 Sq Ft $92.36/SqFt

2150 Anderson Dr SE $209,900 3322 Sq Ft $75.61/SqFt

1341 Cornell Dr SE $269,900 3820 Sq Ft $77.78/SqFt

2470 Lake Dr SE $279,950 3143 Sq Ft $89.07/SqFt

3047 Cascade Rd $159,900 1726 Sq Ft $92.64/SqFt

244 Morningside Dr $187,900 1946 Sq Ft $96.56/SqFt

2131 Robinson Road $389,900 4300 Sq Ft $90.67/SqFt

*Some of these homes may be bank owned foreclosures and not habitable

as is or available for a mortgage in present condition.*

If you would like a list of top best buys in your area, please contact us

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Top Home Buys ~ Caledonia Michigan ~ March 2009

Posted on March 15, 2009 by Terry & Bonnie

We have gathered a list of the top Caledonia Houses to buy.

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.

Caledonia MI homes for sale

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 $36.31 to $79.95 in Caledonia.

March 2009 BEST BUY Caledonia Homes

Highest list price is $285,000

Lowest list price is $54,900

The Top Caledonia Homes to Buy by Price per Square Foot:

6720 Campau Lake Dr $ 54,900 1176 Sq Ft $46.68/SqFt

8368 Jasonville Ct#37 $ 59,900 1015 Sq Ft $59.01/SqFt

8444 Jasonville Ct SE $ 59,900 1051 Sq Ft $56.99/SqFt

8536 Jasonville Ct SE $ 73,900 981 Sq Ft $75.33/SqFt

8622 Jasonville Ct SE $ 74,900 1274 Sq Ft $58.79/SqFt

8914 Kraft Ave SE $ 72,000 1568 Sq Ft $45.92/SqFt

8636 S Jasonville Ct SE $ 84,900 1068 Sq Ft $79.49/SqFt

8438 Jasonville Ct SE $ 88,900 1162 Sq Ft $76.51/SqFt

8382 Jasonville Ct SE $ 88,900 1162 Sq Ft $76.51/SqFt

8358 Jasonville Ct SE $ 92,900 1162 Sq Ft $79.95/SqFt

6847 76th St SE $113,900 1796 Sq Ft $63.42/SqFt

6951 Whitneyville $163,000 2047 Sq Ft $79.63/SqFt

9583 Scotsmoor Ct SE $168,714 2140 Sq Ft $78.84/SqFt

5420 Whitneyville Ave $ 79,900 1400 Sq Ft $57.07/SqFt

8433 Kraft Ave SE $ 77,900 2128 Sq Ft $36.31/SqFt

4949 Sequoia Dr SE $179,900 3064 Sq Ft $58.71/SqFt

4684 84th St SE $149,900 1888 Sq Ft $79.40/SqFt

1616 Crescent Pointe $164,988 2174 Sq Ft $75.89/SqFt

1657 S Park Dr SE $174,988 2264 Sq Ft $77.29/SqFt

2947 92nd St SE $285,000 4158 Sq Ft $68.54/SqFt

470 S Shore Dr $ 79,900 1400 Sq Ft $57.07/SqFt

453 Greenview Dr $106,000 1661 Sq Ft $63.82/SqFt

455 Greenview Dr $150,000 2073 Sq Ft $72.36/Sq Ft

12910 Near Lane $139,900 2016 Sq Ft $69.39/SqFt

327 Johnston St SE $199,500 3000 Sq Ft $66.50/SqFt

*Some of these homes may be bank owned foreclosures and

not habitable as is or available for a mortgage in present condition.*

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Top Best Buys in Kentwood Michigan Condos ~ March 2009

Posted on March 15, 2009 by Terry & Bonnie

We have gathered a list of the top Kentwood Condo

Homes based on price per sq ft. 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 kitchens, baths & mechanicals.

*Some of these homes may be bank owned foreclosures

and not habitable as is or available for a mortgage in

present condition.*

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. The lowest

price/Sq Ft range from $33.56 to $63.86 for Kentwood Condos.

March 2009 BEST BUY Condo Homes in Kentwood

Lowest list price is $29,900

highest list price is $109,900

The Top Kentwood Condos to Buy by Price per Square Foot:

268 Carriage Ln SW $ 69,900 1150 Sq Ft $60.78/SqFt

4121 W Saxony Dr SE $ 44,100 1292 Sq Ft $34.13/SqFt

4348 Norman Dr#108 $29,900 801 Sq Ft $37.33/SqFt

1463 N Saxony Dr SE $50,000 1890 Sq Ft $33.56/SqFt

4165 W Saxony Dr $ 64,900 1750 Sq Ft $51.02/SqFt

4137 E Saxony Dr SE $ 89,900 1847 Sq Ft $59.81/SqFt

648 Andover St SE $34,900 605 SqFt $57.69/SqFt

728 Andover St SE $ 42,750 720 Sq Ft $59.38/SqFt

670 Andover St SE $ 47,000 736 Sq Ft $63.86/SqFt

910 Andover Ct SE $ 47,900 870 Sq Ft $55.06/SqFt

5161 SouthGlow Ct $ 49,000 870 Sq Ft $56.32/SqFt

826 Andover Ct SE $49,900 870 Sq Ft $57.36/SqFt

832 Andover Ct SE $ 49,900 870 Sq Ft $57.36/SqFt

5809 Leisure S Dr $ 55,000 896 Sq Ft $61.38/SqFt

856 Andover Ct SE $ 49,900 870 Sq Ft $57.36/SqFt

5125 SouthGlow Ct $55,000 870 Sq Ft $63.22/SqFt

5643 Leisure S Dr $ 56,500 896 Sq Ft $63.06/SqFt

2864 32nd St SE $ 59,900 1100 Sq Ft $54.45/SqFt

3065 Poplar Creek $ 69,900 1100 SqFt $63.55/SqFt

3259 Piccadilly Cir $ 74,900 1680 Sq Ft $44.58/SqFt

4299 Walnut Hills#21 $ 79,900 1886 Sq Ft $53.77/SqFt

3362 Pine Meadow $ 85,000 1343 SqFt $63.29/SqFt

2514 Bridgeport Ln $ 90,000 1650 Sq Ft $54.55/SqFt

2862 Hearthstone Dr $109,000 1824 Sq Ft $59.76/SqFt

4121 S Norway SE $109,900 1830 SqFt $60.05/SqFt

*Some of these homes may be bank owned foreclosures and not

habitable as is or available for a mortgage in present condition.*

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Lowell Michigan ~ Video Tour ~ Flat River Community

Posted on March 15, 2009 by Terry & Bonnie

We have created a photo tour of Lowell, Michigan.

Lowell is a small community on the Flat River, about 25

miles from Grand Rapids. Since Lowell is right next door

to us, we find ourselves visiting often.

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Photos by Bonnie Westbrook

White Caps Baseball Signals Spring in West Michigan

Posted on March 15, 2009 by Terry & Bonnie

The West Michigan White Caps start their summer season with their

opening day on Thursday, April 9th. It isn’t that far away and would

be a great outing for Spring Break Week. They have many promotions

and specials going on, so don’t delay, if baseball is your passion, get

your tickets now.

The match is with South Bend Silver Hawks and there will be a post

game fireworks show sponsored by Farm Bureau Insurance. Altogas

sponsors Thrifty Thursdays throughout the season, which means

$2 beers, $2 Pepsi products, and 2 hot dogs for, yep, you guessed it

$2.

Big changes at the Fifth Third Ball Park this year:

New food items on the menu = monster burgers, frozen bananas,

Chicago-style dogs and more……+++

Fifth Third Ball Park has gone Smoke Free!! No smoking within the

facility but there will be designated areas outside the 3 entrances

to accommodate smokers.

Personal note:

I love baseball. I started with Little League and didn’t stop until my

better sense decided to limit my exposure to hurtful things. I played

on 3 separate leagues in my heyday. The White Cap games are

always a flashback to my playing days.

I sure do enjoy a good ball game.

White Caps Opening Day Directions to Ball Park

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Fireworks photo by Terry Westbrook

Top Home Buys ~ Kentwood Michigan ~ March 2009

Posted on March 13, 2009 by Terry & Bonnie

We have gathered a list of the Top Kentwood Home

Buys. 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.*

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. The

lowest price/Sq Ft range from $30.35 to $57.41 in

Kentwood this month.

March 2009 BEST BUYS in Kentwood

The lowest list price is $34,400 and the highest list price is

$189,000

Top Kentwood Homes to Buy by Price per Square Foot:

44 Violet St SW $ 34,400 774 Sq Ft $44.44/SqFt

2277 76th St SE $35,900 1183 Sq Ft $30.35/SqFt

74 Hyacinth St SW $ 44,900 1013 Sq Ft $54.20/SqFt

6729 College Ave SE $ 44,000 1296 Sq Ft $33.95/SqFt

1132 60th St SE $ 50,000 986 Sq Ft $50.71/SqFt

6445 College SE $54,900 1008 Sq Ft $54.46/SqFt

97 Roth St SE $59,900 1100 Sq Ft $54.45/SqFt

2261 76th St SE $59,900 1620 Sq Ft $36.98/SqFt

1209 Langley St SE $73,000 1383 Sq Ft $52.78/SqFt

56 58th St SE $44,000 922 Sq Ft $47.72/SqFt

320 Nora St SE $59,900 1048 Sq Ft $57.16/SqFt

4850 Raymond SE $48,600 1000 Sq Ft $48.60/SqFt

217 Nora St SE $46,900 1200 Sq Ft $48.85/SqFt

5670 Jefferson Ave $49,600 962 Sq Ft $51.56/SqFt

136 Nancy St SE $ 59,000 1680 Sq Ft $35.12/SqFt

2705 Ridgemoor Dr $ 60,000 1505 Sq Ft $39.87/SqFt

5693 Kalamazoo $ 52,000 1707 Sq Ft $30.46/SqFt

439 Pine Place St SE $ 99,850 1750 Sq Ft $57.06/SqFt

1049 Springwood Dr $99,900 2200 Sq Ft $45.41/SqFt

4759 Kimball Ave SE $108,500 2890 Sq Ft $57.41/SqFt

5818 Pinetree Ave $117,900 2200 Sq Ft $53.59/SqFt

4533 Middlebury Dr $189,900 3453 Sq Ft $55.00/SqFt

5713 Haughey Ave $ 40,900 768 Sq Ft $53.26/SqFt

5706 Averill Ave $77,400 1350 Sq Ft $57.33/SqFt

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Kentwood, MI Absorption Rates – March 2009

Posted on March 12, 2009 by Terry & Bonnie

Kentwood Michigan is a large suburb of Grand Rapids with a population under 50,000. It has manufacturing, shopping centers, and lots and lots of residential housing. Kentwood Public Schools are one of the largest school systems in the area with over 9000 students and 16 buildings within a 24.25 square mile area.

The downward trend of the last few years in Kentwood home sales is still continuing this year. We are seeing a slight price erosion from last month’s figures.

The upper end homes in Kentwood aren’t seeing the kind of activity that the lower end homes are getting. They are priced too high for today’s timid buyers or it could be condition. Your list price has to be close to the sale price or your home just doesn’t get serious buyer activity. And if you still have the brown shag carpeting, you will need to upgrade or lower your price if you want to see a sold sign.

In 2006, Kentwood has 495 home sales:avg sold price:$159,788.

In 2007, Kentwood had 434 homes sales: avg sold price:$151,009.

In 2008, Kentwood had 722 home sales:avg sold price: $115,127.

Home sales for Kentwood – $70,000 to $400,000 price range:

155 sold since September 2008.

Kentwood Absorption Rate for this price range is 9.16 months, at the current rate of sale (which means if no new listings come on the market, it will take 9.16 months to sell the listed homes).

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Photo of Kentwood High School by Bonnie Westbrook

Forest Hills Michigan ~ Top Home Buys ~ March 2009

Posted on March 11, 2009 by Terry & Bonnie

We have gathered a list of the Best Forest Hills Houses

( Ada-Cascade) to buy, based on price per square foot.

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.

Check back often or just subscribe to our blog to get

up-to-date local real estate information that you want to know.

top best buys in forest hills mi homes for sale

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.

The list this month is down to 12 properties, from 15 last month.

The lowest price/Sq Ft for homes range from $54.68 to $73.78

here in Forest Hills.

The lowest list price is $59,900 and the highest list price is

$236,537 for February 2009 homes in Forest Hills School District.

This list could include properties in Ada Township, Cascade

Township, Grand Rapids Township, Lowell Township, and the

city of Kentwood.

Some of these homes may be bank owned foreclosures 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:

7117 Oakbrook St SE $229,900 3776 SqFt $60.88/SqFt

8195 45th St SE $134,500 2193 SqFt $61.33/SqFt

4198 Knapp Ct NE $ 69,900 1200 SqFt $69.90/SqFt

6600 Cascade Rd $114,900 1788 SqFt $64.26/SqFt

3310 Dean Lake NE $ 59,900 1039 SqFt $65.04/SqFt

378 Pettis Ave SE $ 79,900 1300 Sq Ft $61.46/SqFt

1417 Grand River Dr $ 89,900 1248 Sq Ft $72.04/SqFt

6224 Lincolnshire Ct $ 74,400 1712 Sq Ft $54.58/SqFt

5505 Whitneyville SE $109,900 1536 Sq Ft $71.55/SqFt

3150 Hayward Dr SE $189,900 2574 Sq Ft $73.78/SqFt

6948 Maplecrest Dr $194,900 3200 Sq Ft $72.72/SqFt

4714 Cutter Parkway $ 99,950 1828 Sq Ft $54.68/SqFt

4271 Woodside Oaks Ct $236,537 3453 Sq Ft $68.50/SqFt

If you would like a list of Top Best Buys in your area, please contact

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Forest Hills Walkout Ranch ~ Too Late-Sold!

Posted on March 11, 2009 by Terry & Bonnie

This custom built home near the Thornapple River has privacy, great views and

quality construction. If you are looking for a Forest Hills home with

lots of extras, set in an exclusive neighborhood, we would encourage

you to take a look.

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About 3700 square feet of finished living space, this is priced at a little

over $60 /sq ft. A fantastic bargain in this neighborhood.

Contact me at 1-888-240-1968 ext 0

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Monthly Archives: March 2009

Top Best Home Buys in Rockford Michigan ~ March 2009

Top Home Buys East Grand Rapids Michigan ~ March 2009

Top Home Buys ~ Caledonia Michigan ~ March 2009

Top Best Buys in Kentwood Michigan Condos ~ March 2009

Lowell Michigan ~ Video Tour ~ Flat River Community

White Caps Baseball Signals Spring in West Michigan

Top Home Buys ~ Kentwood Michigan ~ March 2009

Kentwood, MI Absorption Rates – March 2009

Forest Hills Michigan ~ Top Home Buys ~ March 2009

Forest Hills Walkout Ranch ~ Too Late-Sold!