East Grand Rapids Michigan Top Best Buy Homes April 2011

East Grand Rapids Michigan Top Best Buy Homes April 2011

This is our list of the Top Best Buy East Grand Rapids Houses

to buy based on price/square foot.  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 and it should reflect

the interior finish of the home.

For example, if it has crystal chandeliers, wood flooring, a new

kitchen, this would be more value per square foot than a home

that still has the 1980’s decor and/or is in derelict condition.

Please note that this list can change daily as some homes sell, prices

are adjusted and other homes come on the market.

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April 2011 –  TOP BEST BUY East Grand Rapids Homes

Lowest price/Sq Ft range from $73.42 to $114.84

Highest List Price -  $ 359,000

Lowest List Price -  $ 122,500

 

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

1600 Wealthy St SE   $122,500     1248 Sq Ft   $98.16/SqFt

604 Greenwood          $129,873    1238 Sq Ft   $104.91/SqFt

2151 Tenway             $145,000    1396 Sq Ft    $103.87/Sq Ft

1608 Wealthy St SE   $148,900    1608 Sq Ft   $92.60/SqFt

2144 Hall St SE          $164,900     1742 Sq Ft   $94.66/SqFt

1350 Pinecrest Ave  $165,000     1632 Sq Ft    $110.10/SqFt

1032 San Juan Dr      $179,900     1696 Sq Ft   $106.07/SqFt

2405 Oakwood Dr      $185,000      1786 Sq Ft    $103.58/SqFt

1138 Lakeside Dr       $187,900      1736 Sq Ft    $108.24/SqFt

2437 Hall St                 $189,900     1720 Sq Ft    $110.41/SqFt

1108 Kenesaw           $215,000      1919 Sq Ft    $112.04/SqFt

1245 Woodshire Ave  $234,800    2248 Sq Ft    $104.45/SqFt

1626 Sherman           $240,000      3056 Sq Ft    $78.53/SqFt

715 Cambridge Blvd   $250,000    2177 Sq Ft    $114.84/SqFt

915 Plymouth Rd SE   $269,000     2398 Sq Ft   $112.18/SqFt

541-3 Greenwood       $269,900    3676 Sq Ft    $73.42/SqFt

1447 Woodcliff Ave   $289,900     2861 Sq Ft    $101.33/SqFt

2733 Maplewood Dr     $295,000    2746 Sq Ft    $107.43/SqFt

2424 Lake Dr                $359,000    3218 Sq Ft     $111.56/SqFt

 

12 Sold, 15 Pending in the last month in EGR

Average Sale Price  $ 330,375

Average Price/SqFt  $135.49

Seeing home inventory moving in East GR this past month,

typical of a spring market.  Distressed properties are almost

gone from the market, higher priced homes are selling, with

40% of sold homes in the over $300,000+ category.

 

 

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Additional Articles:

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Home Buyer Questions & Answers

East Grand Rapids – America’s Hometown

*Some of these homes may be bank owned foreclosures and

not habitable as is or available for a mortgage in present

condition.  Sold-As-Is*

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 :

terry@terrywestbrook.com

_____________________________________________________________________________________________________

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Greater Grand Rapids MI area, and what it is like to live in West Michigan.

We believe: Grand Rapids is a Great Place to Live!

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Grand Rapids Michigan Sunday Open Houses 3-13-2011 (1)

Grand Rapids Michigan Sunday Open Houses 3-13-2011

Sunday Open Houses are a great way to preview homes and take

a look at what is available for what price in a local area.  The times

are usually 2 hours in length, sometimes longer, which gives you lots

of leeway if you want to see a few homes you weren’t planning on

visiting on the way.

 

Grand Rapids home

 

Open Houses are an excellent way to see if buying a different home

is feasible or if you would be better off staying where you are.  Price and

amenities in any local area should let you know if you are in the ball park

or not.  If that killer bedroom suite you have been wishing for is only showing

up in homes way out of your price range, then it just isn’t an option.  Time to

go home and give the master bedroom a new coat of paint, organize the

closet and let that dream go for now.

 

There are 48 Open Houses in Grand Rapids this coming Sunday:

GRAND RAPIDS MICHIGAN SUNDAY OPEN HOUSES Mar 13, 2011

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Nestled in between 80 acres of township park land and the prestigious

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It has 2 houses on the property, which both need improvements.

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East Grand Rapids Michigan Top Best Buy Homes Feb 2011

East Grand Rapids Michigan Top Best Buy Homes Feb 2011

This is our list of the Top Best Buy East Grand Rapids Houses

to buy based on price/square foot.  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 and it should reflect

the interior finish of the home.

For example, if it has crystal chandeliers, wood flooring, a new

kitchen, this would be more value per square foot than a home

that still has the 1980’s decor and/or is in derelict condition.

Please note that this list can change daily as some homes sell, prices

are adjusted and other homes come on the market.

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February 2011 –  TOP BEST BUY East Grand Rapids Homes

Lowest price/Sq Ft range from $87.14 to $112.98

Highest List Price -  $ 539,000

Lowest List Price -  $ 129,000

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

1409 Woodlawn SE    $ 129,000    1283 Sq Ft   $100.55/Sq Ft

604 Greenwood          $ 134,900    1238 Sq Ft   $108.97/SqFt

501 Lakeside Dr          $135,000    1560 Sq Ft    $86.54/Sq Ft

1049 Floral Ave SE     $149,900    1377 Sq Ft   $108.86/SqFt

1608 Wealthy St SE    $150,000    1608 Sq Ft   $93.28/SqFt

2868 Lake Dr             $154,900     1487 Sq Ft   $104.17/SqFt

2540 Lake Dr SE        $159,900    1754 Sq Ft    $91.16/Sq Ft

1134 Lakeside Dr       $159,900    1470 Sq Ft   $108.78/SqFt

1707 Hall St SE         $163,000     1753 Sq Ft   $92.98/SqFt

1917 Hall St SE         $169,900     1700 Sq Ft   $99.94/SqFt

 

947 Breton Rd SE      $177,000     1583 Sq Ft   $111.81/SqFt

1032 San Juan Dr      $179,900     1696 Sq Ft   $106.07/SqFt

1350 Pinecrest Ave  $179,900     1632 Sq Ft    $110.23/Sq Ft

1138 Lakeside Dr      $188,900     1736 Sq Ft    $108.81/SqFt

2405 Oakwood Dr      $199,900      1786 Sq Ft    $111.93/SqFt

1245 Woodshire Ave  $234,800    2248 Sq Ft    $104.45/SqFt

715 Cambridge Blvd   $250,000    2177 Sq Ft    $114.84/SqFt

541-3 Greenwood       $279,900    3676 Sq Ft    $76.14/SqFt

2663 Boston St SE      $289,900     2566 Sq Ft    $112.98/SqFt

1343 Woodshire Ave   $290,000    2604 Sq Ft    $111.37/SqFt

550 Greenwood Ave   $294,700    2883 Sq Ft     $102.22/SqFt

2424 Lake Dr                $359,000    3218 Sq Ft     $111.56/SqFt

2853 Woodcliff Cir       $539,000    4958 Sq Ft    $108.71/SqFt

Of the Top Best Buy homes available this month in East Grand Rapids,

many are  homes that have been on the market for awhile with more

inventory arriving in advance of the spring market. Overall, prices are

rising slightly at the bottom end, others are staying steady.

 

*Some of these homes may be bank owned foreclosures and

not habitable as is or available for a mortgage in present

condition.  Sold-As-Is*

 

SEARCH EAST GRAND RAPIDS HOMES

 

Additional Articles:

Which Mortgage Do I Choose?

East GR  Real Estate Market Articles

Home Buyer Questions & Answers

East Grand Rapids – America’s Hometown

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 :

terry@terrywestbrook.com

_____________________________________________________________________________________________________

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!

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Caledonia Michigan Top Best Buy Homes – Feb 2011

Caledonia Michigan Top Best Buy Homes February 2011

A list of the Top Best Buy Caledonia Michigan Houses to buy

based on price per square foot.   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.  The price should but doesn’t

always reflect the interior finish of the  home.

For example, if the home has a newer kitchen, wood floors,

& remodeled bathrooms, this would be more per square foot than a

home that still has 1990’s decor and/or is in derelict or tired condition.

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February 2011   TOP BEST BUY Caledonia MI Homes

Highest list price – $314,900

Lowest list price – $44,900

Lowest price/Sq Ft range from $36.10 to $97.44

The Top 16 Caledonia Homes to Buy by Price/Square Foot:

6320 Buttrick Ave          $ 39,900     750 Sq Ft   $53.20/SqFt

8782 66th Street          $ 56,320    1560 Sq Ft   $36.10/SqFt

6800 Kegel Ave            $ 59,900     1069 Sq Ft   $56.03/SqFt

114 Johnson St             $ 69,900    1200 Sq Ft    $58.25/SqFt

8601 Acorn St               $84,900     998 Sq Ft    $85.07/SqFt

 

8530 Beaver SE           $114,900     1352 Sq Ft    $84.99/SqFt

9949 Whitneyville        $119,900      1666 Sq Ft    $71.97/SqFt

7102 Channel Dr          $119,900     1624 Sq Ft    $73.83/SqFt

7050 84th St              $125,000     1400 Sq Ft    $89.29/SqFt

119 Johnson St           $129,900     1664 Sq Ft    $78.06/SqFt

 

6240 Whitneyville        $144,900    1836 Sq Ft    $78.92/SqFt

6575 Hayfield Rd         $172,900     2680 Sq Ft    $64.51/SqFt

327 Johnson St          $174,500     3000 Sq Ft    $58.17/SqFt

6050 Glengarry Dr       $199,900     2130 Sq Ft    $93.85/Sq Ft

10270 Southridge Dr  $314,900     3324 Sq Ft    $94.74/SqFt

 

Fewer bargain houses in Caledonia real estate under $100K,

as 12 homes went pending in the last month, 2 sold.  Price is still

being driven downward UNLESS homes are in great condition and

even that isn’t a guarantee that the home will sell quickly. 

Appears to be a shortage of mid-ranged homes in great condition.

 

If a Caledonia home is where you would like to live,

interest rates are at historically low rates and inventory

is shrinking. Waiting to see the bottom of the market could

be a mistake, new mortgage requirements will take effect in

about 40 days, which will mean you pay more for less house.

 

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***Please note that this list can change daily as some homes

sell, prices are adjusted and other homes come on the market.

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 to see a Caledonia Top Best Buys Home, please

contact me: 1-888-240-1968 ext 0

or email me at terry@terrywestbrook.com

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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!

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What Will $1 Million Buy in a West Michigan Home?

What Will $1 Million Buy in a West Michigan Home?

We all like to fantasize about what we would do if we won the lottery

and had millions to spend.  Or inherited mega bucks from a distant

relative that we didn’t know about.  I’ll bet one of the first things

most people would do is move into a home of their dreams.  This

could be a log cabin in the woods, a large home on a manicured golf

course or a palatial estate on the big lake.

 

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With a total of 66 homes over $ 1 million, you should be able to find

something that fits your dreams in a home in West Michigan.

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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!

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Forest Hills Michigan Top Best Buy Homes – Feb 2011

Forest Hills Michigan Top Best Buy Homes – Feb 2011

Forest Hills Michigan Top Best Buy Forest Hills Homes

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

The homes listed below might need updating with new carpeting,

paint, and kitchen–bath redos at a minimum to bring them to

current market standards.

These homes might also need major repair work done, such

as new roofs, new plumbing, electrical & other major mechanicals.

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.

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This list could include properties in Ada Township, Cascade

Township, Grand Rapids Township, Lowell Township, and the

city of Kentwood.

Please note: This list can change daily as some homes sell,

prices are adjusted and other homes come on the market.

The Top Forest Hills Homes to Buy by Price per Square Foot:

6100 Cascade Rd          $ 60,000       1389 Sq Ft    $43.20/SqFt

1417 Grand River Dr       $ 75,000       1248 Sq Ft    $60.10/SqFt

1829 3 Mile Rd NE          $ 86,885      1502 Sq Ft   $57.85/SqFt

4485 Whitneyville          $ 89,000       1312 Sq Ft   $67.84/SqFt

2114 Elmer Dr NE           $ 89,900       1418 Sq Ft    $63.40/SqFt

 

1739 Leffingwell Ave      $ 98,000      1753 Sq Ft   $55.90/SqFt

4326 Kenilworth Dr        $ 99,000      1360 Sq Ft   $72.79/SqFt

8338 Fulton St SE         $ 99,900      1265 Sq Ft   $78.97/SqFt

7359 Cascade Rd          $109,900     1280 Sq Ft   $85.86/SqFt

1824 Observatory Ave   $119,900     1536 Sq Ft   $78.06/SqFt

 

1981 Laraway Lake       $129,750     1504 Sq Ft   $86.27/SqFt

1157 Fernridge Ln        $129,900      1542 Sq Ft   $84.24/SqFt

2749 Indian Ridge Dr    $129,900      1670 Sq Ft   $77.78/Sq Ft

27 Robinhood Dr           $134,900     2093 Sq Ft   $64.45/SqFt

733 Crahen                 $139,900     2124 Sq Ft   $65.87/Sq Ft

 

6534 Burger Ave          $145,000     1836 Sq Ft   $78.98/Sq Ft

2056 Burton Knoll Ct     $149,900     1944 Sq Ft   $77.11/Sq Ft

4191 Bradford St NE     $150,000     1816 Sq Ft   $82.60./SqFt

205 Shore Haven Dr      $159,900     2672 SQ Ft   $59.84/SqFt

3431 Cascade Rd         $160,000      2500 Sq Ft   $64.00/SqFt

 

7429 Linda Ave SE       $159,900     1878 Sq Ft    $85.14/SqFt

7213 Bronson St         $160,000      1792 Sq Ft    $89.29/SqFt

7648 Buccaneer Dr       $169,900     2400 Sq Ft    $70.79/Sq Ft

434 Adaway Dr            $169,900     2000 Sq Ft    $84.95/SqFt

4224 Woodside Oaks     $190,000     2264 Sq Ft   $83.92/SqFt

 

7042 Cascade Rd          $224,900    2708 Sq Ft    $83.05/SqFt

2324 Beatrice Dr NE      $225,000    2690 Sq Ft     $83.64/SqFt

7382 Treeline Dr SE       $249,900    3800 Sq Ft    $65.76/SqFt

8275 Bailey Dr SE          $249,900   3192 Sq Ft    $78.29/SqFt

3108 Colchester Dr        $300,000    3660 Sq Ft   $81.97/Sq Ft

 

More homes on the list this month, pricing seems to have

stabilized in Forest Hills. If you are willing to do repairs and update

a home, there are still some good buys at historically low interest

rates, though interest rates and mortgage requirements are rising.

(Rumors of 10% down for an FHA loan in the near future)

 

 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.

 

Search For Forest Hills Homes

 

Grand Rapids Short Sale Homes

 

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More Forest Hills Michigan Real Estate Articles

 

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:

terry@terrywestbrook.com

___________________________________________________________________________________________________

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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!

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Grand Rapids Michigan Sunday Open Houses 2-20-2011

Grand Rapids Michigan Sunday Open Houses 2-20-2011

Sunday Open Houses are a great way to preview homes and take

a look at what is available for what price in a local area.  The times

are usually 2 hours in length, sometimes longer, which gives you lots

of leeway if you want to see a few homes you weren’t planning on

visiting on the way.

 

Grand Rapids home

 

Open Houses are an excellent way to see if buying a different home

is feasible or if you would be better off staying where you are.  Price and

amenities in any local area should let you know if you are in the ball park

or not.  If that killer bedroom suite you have been wishing for is only showing

up in homes way out of your price range, then it just isn’t an option.  Time to

go home and give the master bedroom a new coat of paint, organize the

closet and let that dream go for now.

 

There are 74 Open Houses in Grand Rapids this Sunday:

GRAND RAPIDS MICHIGAN SUNDAY OPEN HOUSES FEB 20, 2011

East Grand Rapids Michigan Top Best Buy Homes Jan 2011

East Grand Rapids Michigan Top Best Buy Homes Jan 2011

This is our list of the Top Best Buy East Grand Rapids Houses

to buy based on price/square foot.  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 and 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 value per square foot than a home

that still has the 1980’s decor and/or is in derelict condition.

Please note that this list can change daily as some homes sell, prices

are adjusted and other homes come on the market.

Collins Park Sign EGR

January 2011 – 22 TOP BEST BUY East Grand Rapids Homes

Lowest price/Sq Ft range from $76.29 to $113.39

Highest List Price -  $ 539,000

Lowest List Price -  $ 75,000

 

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

2306 Burchard St SE    $ 75,000      1048 Sq Ft   $71.56/Sq Ft

293 Rosewood Ave      $ 95,000     1242 Sq Ft   $76.49/SqFt

2714 Cascade Rd         $ 98,000       1300 Sq Ft   $75.38/SqFt

2216 Estelle Dr             $131,000     1400 Sq Ft   $93.57/SqFt

501 Lakeside Dr           $139,900     1560 Sq Ft    $89.68/Sq Ft

1049 Floral Ave SE       $149,900    1377 Sq Ft   $108.86/SqFt

1608 Wealthy St SE    $156,000    1608 Sq Ft   $97.01/SqFt

670 Lovett Ave SE      $159,000     1451 Sq Ft   $109.58/SqFt

1134 Lakeside Dr       $159,900    1470 Sq Ft   $108.78/SqFt

2540 Lake Dr SE         $159,900    1754 Sq Ft    $91.16/Sq Ft

2868 Lake Dr             $159,900     1487 Sq Ft   $107.53/SqFt

1917 Hall St SE         $169,900     1700 Sq Ft   $99.94/SqFt

1707 Hall St SE         $169,900     1753 Sq Ft   $96.92/SqFt

947 Breton Rd SE     $177,000     1583 Sq Ft   $111.81/SqFt

1350 Pinecrest Ave  $179,900     1632 Sq Ft    $110.23/Sq Ft

1138 Lakeside Dr        $189,900     1736 Sq Ft    $109.39/SqFt

1032 San Juan Dr SE   $189,900     1696 Sq Ft   $111.97/SqFt

1640 Sherman St SE   $190,000     2037 Sq Ft    $93.27/SqFt

2405 Oakwood Dr        $199,900      1786 Sq Ft    $111.93/SqFt

1646 Robinson Rd       $229,900     3171 Sq Ft     $72.50/SqFt

1245 Woodshire Ave  $239,000    2248 Sq Ft    $106.32/SqFt

2853 Woodcliff Cir       $539,000    4958 Sq Ft    $108.71/SqFt

***Underlined homes have had recent price reductions.

 

East Grand Rapids homes that are priced right are selling.

If you have been waiting for the right time to buy, don’t wait

any longer.  Rates are still low, though on the rise.  We are seeing

definite signs  of competition or the Top Best Buy homes in East

Grand Rapids and  Forest Hills.

 

The Top Best Buy homes available this month in East Grand Rapids

are  homes that have been on the market for awhile.  Only a few homes

are really new to the market.  Relisting with another agent at the same

price doesn’t really change things, buyers are watching the market and

aren’t fooled by this tactic.  Overall, prices are staying steady.

*Some of these homes may be bank owned foreclosures and

not habitable as is or available for a mortgage in present

condition.  Sold-As-Is*

Additional Articles:

Which Mortgage Do I Choose?

East GR  Real Estate Market Articles

Home Buyer Questions & Answers

East Grand Rapids – America’s Hometown

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 :

terry@terrywestbrook.com

_____________________________________________________________________________________________________

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!

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Kentwood Michigan Top Best Home Buys Jan 2011

Kentwood Michigan Top Best Buy Homes Jan 2011

A list of the TOP Best Buy Kentwood Michigan Houses to buy,

based on price per square foot.   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.

The price should reflect the interior finish of the  home. For example,

if the home has crystal chandeliers, marble tile, new windows, new mechanicals

& a new kitchen, this would be more per square foot than a home that still

has pre-1980’s fixtures, decor and/or is in poor condition.

 Kentwood Michigan Top Best Buy Homes Nov 2010

January 2011  16  TOP BEST BUYS in  Kentwood MI Homes

Top Kentwood MI Homes to Buy by Price per Square Foot:

1727 Weymouth Dr   $104,900    1344 Sq Ft   $78.05/SqFt

2592 Grantwood       $105,000    1368 Sq Ft   $76.75/SqFt

4576 Country Hill Dr  $106,500    1392 Sq Ft   $76.51/SqFt

4705 Grantwood       $109,000    1454 Sq Ft   $74.97/SqFt

128 Maplelawn St     $119,000    1600 Sq Ft   $74.38/SqFt

 

1142 59th St SE     $119,900    1540 Sq Ft   $77.86/SqFt

58 Matt St SW         $119,900   1500 Sq Ft   $79.93/SqFt

243 Buck Creek Ct   $119,900     1500 Sq Ft   $79.93/SqFt

2382 Sunny Creek    $124,468    1750 Sq Ft   $72.11/SqFt

964 Bellewood Dr      $124,900    1750 Sq Ft  $71.37/SqFt

 

515 Brownell St       $124,900    1708 Sq Ft   $73.13/SqFt

244 Buck Creek Ct   $127,900    1785 Sq Ft   $71.65/SqFt

5756 Adrian Ave      $139,900    1764 Sq Ft   $79.31/SqFt

5940 E Timberlake    $158,500    2216 Sq Ft   $71.53/SqFt

3067 Creekway Ct    $158,900    2000 Sq Ft   $79.45/SqFt

2915 Mulford Dr       $169,900    2246 Sq Ft    $75.65/SqFt

 

Kentwood has been hit hard by the real estate downturn,

propelled by foreclosures and short sales.  Short Sales are

extremely difficult for most home buyers to consider as a

purchase due to timing.  Please keep in mind the time alone

[2-9 months] of negotiating with the banks makes it difficult

for some buyers to consider.  Foreclosures are “somewhat” easier

to purchase but many are sold as-is, which means you have to

have funds for home improvements.

The FHA 203K loan will allow you to roll some home

improvement costs into your home loan. If you have been

considering a Kentwood home purchase, ask us about how

this loan can work for you.  Interest rates are still at record

lows and inventory is very affordable in Kentwood.

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please call 1-888-240-1968 ext 0 or email us at:

terry@terrywestbrook.com

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