Lowell Michigan Absorption Report ~ April 2009

Posted on April 27, 2009 by Terry & Bonnie

Lowell Michigan Real Estate Market Report ~ April 2009

Lowell Michigan is located on the Flat River just east of Grand Rapids, MI.

It has really grown in the last 20 years, in many ways. Lowell has a great

school system, a thriving business community, a lively arts society, and

is one of the best kept secrets in Kent County.

These are the statistics for home sales in the Lowell School District.

Active Listings: 153 Active Listings

Average Price: $257,040

Price per Sq Ft: $131.73 (Main Floor only)

Average days on the Market: 89

PENDING: 18 homes

SOLD: 52 Sold Homes

Average Price: $ 141,826

Average Price Per Sq Ft: $ 83.42 (Main floor only)

Average Days on the Market: 54

Expired: 43 Expired listings

Average Expired Price: $255,400

Average Price Per Sq Ft: $144.02 (Main floor only)

Average Days on the Market: 113

Absorption Rate for Lowell Listings is 17.48 months for the

current housing inventory. If no other homes enter the market, it

will take 17.48 months for the current homes to sell at the current

rate of sales.

Lowell Homes that are priced competitively are selling and selling

fairly quickly compared to the greater Grand Rapids area.

As you can see by the statistics, the homes that have their price

per square foot under $80 are seeing the most activity. There are

quite a few foreclosure or short sale homes which are bringing

down the average sales price and square footage rates lower than

they might normally be, but both average list price and average sold

price are up from last months stats.

Some sellers have retired from the market and will try again soon,

filling an already saturated market.

They might find a better buying market, but price is still king.

Today’s buyer is looking for a well priced bargain in great condition.

Lowell Michigan Real Estate Market Report March 2009

Lowell Michigan Real Estate Market Report February 2009

If you would like additional information about Lowell

Area Homes, please contact me through email or my web site.

Grand Rapids Ada Real Estate ~ Westbrook Realty

Top Best Home Buys Lowell Michigan ~ April 2009

Posted on April 14, 2009 by Terry & Bonnie

We have gathered a list of the top Lowell 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.

top best buys lowell mi homes for sale

The total square footage is noted here, although only the

main floors are used to figure price per square foot.

The top home buys list is longer for Lowell this month.

Great opportunities to buy a Lowell Home at bargain prices.

The lowest price/Sq Ft range from $42.49 to $74.56 in Lowell

Best Buys.

April 2009 BEST BUY Lowell Homes

Lowest list price is $39,900

Highest list price is $316,800

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

11216 Bluewater Hwy $ 39,900 920 Sq Ft $43.37/SqFt

11704 E Bear Mdws SE $ 99,900 1400 Sq Ft $71.36/SqFt

11555 Peck Lake Rd $89,900 1310 Sq Ft $68.63/SqFt

11696 E Bear Mdws $89,000 1400 Sq Ft $63.57/SqFt

6459 Kodiak Dr SE $109,998 1635 Sq Ft $67.27/SqFt

323 Sherman St $55,000 1560 Sq Ft $35.26/SqFt

229 N Jefferson St $ 59,900 1100 Sq Ft $54.45/SqFt

319 N Monroe St $ 69,900 1645 Sq Ft $42.49/SqFt

230 S Hudson St $ 74,900 1504 Sq Ft $49.80/SqFt

1012 E Main St $ 74,900 1510 Sq Ft $49.60/SqFt

2060 Conservation Trl $87,500 2036 Sq Ft $42.98/SqFt

206 S Division St $ 99,900 1507 Sq Ft $66.29/SqFt

110 Horatio St #112 $115,000 1612 Sq Ft $71.34/SqFt

216 W Main St#6 $129,000 2100 Sq Ft $61.43/SqFt

2022 Conservation Trl $129,900 1788 Sq Ft $72.65/SqFt

224 N Hudson St $139,900 2240 Sq Ft $62.46/SqFt

8986 36th St SE $316,800 4300 Sq Ft $73.67/SqFt

12327 4 Mile Rd NE $153,800 2200 Sq Ft $69.91/SqFt

3790 Ashley Ave NE $189,900 3800 Sq Ft $49.97SqFt

2946 Whites Bridge Rd $85,000 1320 Sq Ft $64.39/SqFt

1201 Whites Bridge Rd $119,900 2800 Sq Ft $64.46/SqFt

14129 Fulton St E $ 41,400 660 Sq Ft $62.73/SqFt

11177 Woodbushe Dr $64,900 1200 Sq Ft $64.90/SqFt

14109 Fulton St E $ 78,900 1100 Sq Ft $71.73/SqFt

2838 Guildford Dr SE $ 79,900 1600 Sq Ft $49.94/SqFt

3043 Alden Nash Ave $91,900 1400 Sq Ft $65.64/SqFt

1033 Lincoln Lake $113,900 1800 Sq Ft $63.28/SqFt

1333 Cumberland Ave $169,900 2277 Sq Ft $74.62/SqFt

13217 52nd St SE $210,000 2911 Sq Ft $72.14/SqFt

1494 Lincoln Lake NE $ 89,900 1440 Sq Ft $62.43/SqFt

701 Fallasburg Park Dr $170,000 2280 Sq Ft $74.56/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 have questions about any of these homes, please

Or email : terry@terrywestbrook.com

Grand Rapids Ada Real Estate ~ Westbrook Realty

Lowell Michigan Absorption Report ~ March 2009

Posted on March 29, 2009 by Terry & Bonnie

Lowell Michigan Real Estate Market Report ~ March 2009

Lowell Michigan is located on the Flat River just east of Grand Rapids, MI.

It has really grown in the last 20 years, in many ways. Lowell has a great

school system, a thriving business community, a lively arts society, and

is one of the best kept secrets in Kent County.

These are the statistics for home sales in the Lowell School District.

Lowell Michigan Absorption Report March 2009

Active Listings: 152 Active Listings

Average Price: $259,353

Price per Sq Ft: $128.58 (Main Floor only)

Average days on the Market: 93

PENDING: 20 homes

SOLD: 55 Sold Homes

Average Price: $ 131,478

Average Price Per Sq Ft: $ 78.63 (Main floor only)

Average Days on the Market: 47

Expired: 43 Expired listings

Average Expired Price: $216,756

Average Price Per Sq Ft: $132.56 (Main floor only)

Average Days on the Market: 109

Absorption Rate for Lowell Listings is 14.2 months for the

current housing inventory. If no other homes enter the market, it

will take 14.2 months for the current homes to sell at the current

rate of sales.

Lowell Homes that are priced competitively are selling and selling

fairly quickly compared to the greater Grand Rapids area.

As you can see by the statistics, the homes that have their price

per square foot under $80 are seeing the most activity. There are

quite a few foreclosure or short sale homes which are bringing

down the average sales price and square footage rates lower than

they might normally be.

Some sellers have retired from the market and will try again soon,

filling an already saturated market.

They might find a better buying market, but prices are

still on the downward trend. Today’s buyer is looking for a

well priced bargain in great condition.

If you would like additional information about Lowell

Area Homes, please contact me through email or my web site.

Grand Rapids Ada Real Estate ~ Westbrook Realty

Top Best Home Buys ~ Lowell Michigan ~ March 2009

Posted on March 18, 2009 by Terry & Bonnie

We have gathered a list of the top Lowell 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.

The total square footage is noted here, although only the

main floors are used to figure price per square foot.

The top home buys list is longer for Lowell this month.

Great opportunities to buy a Lowell Home at bargain prices.

The lowest price/Sq Ft range from $42.49 to $74.56 in Lowell

Best Buys.

March 2009 BEST BUY Lowell Homes

Lowest list price is $39,900

Highest list price is $316,800

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

11216 Bluewater Hwy $ 39,900 920 Sq Ft $43.37/SqFt

3296 Whites Bridge Rd $ 75,500 1568 Sq Ft $48.15/SqFt

11704 E Bear Mdws SE $ 99,900 1400 Sq Ft $71.36/SqFt

11555 Peck Lake Rd $89,900 1310 Sq Ft $68.63/SqFt

6459 Kodiak Dr SE $109,998 1635 Sq Ft $67.27/SqFt

229 N Jefferson St $ 59,900 1100 Sq Ft $54.45/SqFt

319 N Monroe St $ 69,900 1645 Sq Ft $42.49/SqFt

803 Avery St $ 74,800 1731 Sq Ft $68.00/SqFt

1012 E Main St $ 74,900 1510 Sq Ft $49.60/SqFt

10235 Gee Dr $ 79,975 1352 Sq Ft $59.15/SqFt

230 S Hudson St $ 84,900 1504 Sq Ft $56.45/SqFt

2060 Conservation Trl $99,900 2036 Sq Ft $49.07/SqFt

206 S Division St $ 99,900 1507 Sq Ft $66.29/SqFt

110 Horatio St #112 $115,00 1612 Sq Ft $71.34/SqFt

216 W Main St#6 $129,000 2100 Sq Ft $61.43/SqFt

224 N Hudson St $139,900 2240 Sq Ft $62.46/SqFt

8986 36th St SE $316,800 4300 Sq Ft $73.67/SqFt

12327 4 Mile Rd NE $153,800 2200 Sq Ft $69.91/SqFt

3790 Ashley Ave NE $189,900 3800 Sq Ft $49.97SqFt

1201 Whites Bridge Rd $119,900 2800 Sq Ft $64.46/SqFt

14129 Fulton St E $ 41,400 660 Sq Ft $62.73/SqFt

1625 Sibley St $ 54,900 1536 Sq Ft $54.90/SqFt

11177 Woodbushe Dr $70,900 1200 Sq Ft $70.90/SqFt

14109 Fulton St E $ 78,900 1100 Sq Ft $71.73/SqFt

2838 Guildford Dr SE $ 79,900 1600 Sq Ft $49.94/SqFt

3043 Alden Nash Ave $99,900 1400 Sq Ft $71.36/SqFt

1033 Lincoln Lake $119,900 1800 Sq Ft $66.61/SqFt

13217 52nd St SE $210,000 2911 Sq Ft $72.14/SqFt

1494 Lincoln Lake NE $ 89,900 1440 Sq Ft $62.43/SqFt

12716 3 Mile Rd NE $169,900 3100 Sq Ft $54.81/SqFt

701 Fallasburg Park Dr $170,000 2280 Sq Ft $74.56/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 have questions about any of these homes, please

Or email : terry@terrywestbrook.com

Grand Rapids Ada Real Estate ~ Five Star Real Estate

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.

[youtube=http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=t-eOmq5X-0s&hl=en&fs=1&rel=0&color1=0x2b405b&color2=0x6b8ab6]

Grand Rapids Real Estate ~ Westbrook Realty

Photos by Bonnie Westbrook

Lowell Michigan Real Estate Market Report ~ February 2009

Posted on February 27, 2009 by Terry & Bonnie

Lowell Michigan is located on the Flat River just east of Grand Rapids, MI.

It has really grown in the last 20 years, in many ways. Lowell has a great

school system, a thriving business community, a lively arts society, and

is one of the best kept secrets in Kent County.

These are the statistics for home sales in the Lowell School District.

Lowell Michigan Absorption Report Feb 2009

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Active Listings: 142 Active Listings

Average Price: $258,078

Price per Sq Ft: $126.27 (Main Floor only)

Average days on the Market: 88

PENDING: 18 homes

SOLD: 44 Sold Homes

Average Price: $ 132,038

Average Price Per Sq Ft: $ 76.59 (Main floor only)

Average Days on the Market: 47

Expired: 29 Expired listings

Average Expired Price: $222,459

Average Price Per Sq Ft: $140.29 (Main floor only)

Average Days on the Market: 94

Absorption Rate for Lowell Listings is 16.13 months for the

current housing inventory. If no other homes enter the market, it

will take 16.13 months for the current homes to sell at the current

rate of sales.

Lowell Homes that are priced competitively are selling and selling

fairly quickly compared to the greater Grand Rapids area.

As you can see by the statistics, the homes that have their price

per square foot under $100 are seeing the most activity, although some

sales up to $ 145 a square foot are also moving. There are quite a few

foreclosure or short sale homes which are bringing down the average sales

price and square footage rates lower than they should be.

Some sellers have retired from the market and will try again in

the spring. They might find a better buying market, but prices are

still on the downward trend. With lower interest rates, this may

spur the local economy and put more buyers into the game.

If you would like additional information about Lowell

Area Homes, please contact me through email or my web site.

Grand Rapids MI Real Estate ~ Westbrook Realty

Top Home Buys in Lowell Michigan ~ February 2009

Posted on February 12, 2009 by Terry & Bonnie

We have gathered a list of the top Lowell 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.

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 $30.79 to $74.56 in Lowell

Best Buys.

January 2009 BEST BUY Lowell Homes

Lowest list price is $39,900

Highest list price is $210,000

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

110 Horatio St#112 $115,00 1612 Sq Ft $71.34/SqFt

11360 Bluewater Hwy $ 39,900 1222 Sq Ft $32.65/SqFt

11216 Bluewater Hwy $ 45,900 920 Sq Ft $49.89/SqFt

11704 E Bear Mdws SE $ 99,900 1400 Sq Ft $71.36/SqFt

6459 Kodiak Dr SE $109,998 1635 Sq Ft $67.27/SqFt

6017 Linfield Ave SE $ 99,900 1586 Sq Ft $62.99/SqFt

422 Grindle Dr $ 64,900 1872 Sq Ft $34.67/SqFt

212 North Hudson $ 51,300 1536 Sq Ft $33.40/SqFt

916 Beech St $ 50,000 1624 Sq Ft $30.79/SqFt

229 N Jefferson St $ 59,900 1100 Sq Ft $54.45/SqFt

518 N Jefferson St $ 64,900 1415 Sq Ft $45.87/SqFt

1012 E Main St $ 74,900 1510 Sq Ft $49.60/SqFt

803 Avery St $ 74,800 1731 Sq Ft $68.00/SqFt

319 N Monroe St $ 74,900 1645 Sq Ft $45.53/SqFt

10235 Gee Dr $ 84,500 1352 Sq Ft $62.50/SqFt

230 S Hudson St $ 89,900 1504 Sq Ft $59.77/SqFt

216 W Main St#6 $129,000 2100 Sq Ft $61.43/SqFt

206 S Division St $ 99,900 1507 Sq Ft $66.29/SqFt

3790 Ashley Ave NE $199,900 3800 Sq Ft $52.61SqFt

1367 Northwind Dr $ 95,000 1456 Sq Ft $65.25/SqFt

14129 Fulton St E $ 41,400 660 Sq Ft $62.73/SqFt

14109 Fulton St E $ 78,900 1100 Sq Ft $71.73/SqFt

12838 Guildford Dr SE $ 99,900 1600 Sq Ft $62.44/SqFt

1625 Sibley St $ 64,900 1536 Sq Ft $64.90/SqFt

701 Fallasburg Park Dr $170,000 2280 Sq Ft $74.56/SqFt

1033 Lincoln Lake $124,900 1800 Ft $69.39/SqFt

13217 52nd St SE $210,000 2911 Sq Ft $72.14/SqFt

1494 Lincoln Lake NE $ 89,900 440 Sq Ft $62.43/SqFt

983 Lincoln Lake SE $ 95,500 1751 Sq Ft $54.54/SqFt

12716 3 Mile Rd NE $184,900 3100 Sq Ft $59.65/SqFt

323 Sherman St $ 64,900 1576 Sq Ft $41.18/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

Grand Rapids Ada Real Estate ~ Five Star Real Estate

Kent County "BEST HIGH SCHOOLS ~ 2009"

Posted on January 24, 2009 by Terry & Bonnie

The U.S. News and World Report has published their annual survey of the

best public high schools across the country.

These top open enrollment schools were placed into gold, silver,

bronze, and honorable mention categories.

Six public schools in Kent County were mentioned. Two Grand Rapids

inner city schools and 4 Grand Rapids suburban schools were named

in Best High Schools Kent County 2009.

City Middle/ High School, East Grand Rapids High School, Forest Hills

Central High School, Lee High School, Lowell High School, and Ottawa

Montessori School all received Silver or Bronze awards.

Schools are an important consideration when buying and

selling a home. Public schools in the Grand Rapids area

are some of the best in the country.

Grand Rapids Ada MI Real Estate ~ Five Star Realty

Photo of Forest Hills Central High School by Bonnie Westbrook

Top Home Buys Lowell Michigan ~ January 2009

Posted on January 12, 2009 by Terry & Bonnie

We have gathered a list of the top Lowell 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.

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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 $22.21 to $69.39 in Lowell

Best Buys.

The lowest list price is $19,900 and the highest list price is

$785,000 for January 2009 BEST BUY Homes in

Lowell, Michigan.

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

11360 Bluewater Hwy $ 54,900 1222 Sq Ft $44.93/SqFt

11216 Bluewater Hwy $ 59,900 920 Sq Ft $65.11/SqFt

6459 Kodiak Dr SE $109,998 1635 Sq Ft $67.27/SqFt

716 Amity St $ 19,900 896 Sq Ft $22.21/SqFt

369 Donna Dr $ 29,900 1350 Sq Ft $42.71/SqFt

212 North Hudson $ 57,000 1536 Sq Ft $37.11/SqFt

916 Beech St $ 57,000 1624 Sq Ft $35.10/SqFt

229 Jefferson St $ 59,900 1100 Sq Ft $54.45/SqFt

721 Avery St $ 65,000 1418 Sq Ft $45.84/SqFt

803 Avery St $ 74,800 1731 Sq Ft $68.00/SqFt

319 N Monroe St $ 74,900 1645 Sq Ft $45.53/SqFt

323 Sherman St $ 74,900 1576 Sq Ft $47.53/SqFt

422 Grindle St $ 79,900 1872 Sq Ft $42.68/SqFt

3790 Ashley Ave NE $199,900 3800 Sq Ft $52.61SqFt

1367 Northwind Dr $ 95,000 1456 Sq Ft $65.25/SqFt

14129 Fulton St E $ 46,400 660 Sq Ft $64.90/SqFt

1625 Sibley St $ 64,900 1536 Sq Ft $64.90/SqFt

10831 Sconcewood Dr $ 74,900 2130q Ft $61.19/SqFt

11381 60th St SE $ 99,900 1512 Ft $66.07/SqFt

1033 Lincoln Lake $124,900 1800 Ft $69.39/SqFt

13217 52nd St SE $199,800 2911 Sq Ft $68.64/SqFt

1494 Lincoln Lake NE $ 89,900 1440 Sq Ft $62.43/SqFt

983 Lincoln Lake SE $ 95,500 1751 Sq Ft $54.54/SqFt

12740 Triple Oak Dr NE $159,900 4400 Sq Ft $44.00/SqFt

10188 3 Mile Rd NE $785,000 17,840 Sq Ft $44.00/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

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