Kentwood Michigan Top Best Buy Homes April 2011

Kentwood Michigan Top Best Buy Homes April 2011 

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

based on $70-$80/ 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 and amenities should be similar.

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

if the home has marble tile, new windows, new mechanicals & a new kitchen,

this would be more per square foot than a home that still has pre-1990’s

fixtures, decor and/or is in poor or tired condition.

 Kentwood Michigan Top Best Buy Homes March 2011

April 2011   TOP BEST BUYS in  Kentwood Michigan Homes

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

6639 Eastern Ave      $79,900      1128 Sq Ft    $70.83/SqFt

51 Marcus St SW         $84,500      1072 Sq Ft   $78.82/SqFt

1339 Brookmark St     $84,900     1170 Sq Ft    $72.56/SqFt

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

5730 Jefferson Ave     $ 108,000    1392 Sq Ft   $77.59/SqFt

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

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

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

824 59th St               $125,000    1644 Sq Ft   $76.03/SqFt

6756 Adrian Ave      $139,900    1764 Sq Ft   $79.31/SqFt

5732 Buchanan        $140,000    1924 Sq Ft   $72.77/SqFt

3626 Running Brk    $140,000    1758 Sq Ft   $79.64/SqFt

4821 Curwood Ave  $144,900    1838 Sq Ft   $78.84/SqFt

5297 Queensbury    $149,900    2000 Sq Ft   $74.95/SqFt

2264 Embro Ave      $150,000    1988 Sq Ft   $75.45/SqFt

5928 Timberlake      $150,000    2070 Sq Ft   $72.46/SqFt

4628 Middlebury      $154,900    2016 Sq Ft   $76.84/SqFt

5970 Sable Ridge     $155,000    2047 Sq Ft   $75.72/SqFt

6544 Avalon Dr        $158,000     2016 Sq Ft   $78.37/SqFt

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

5940 E Timberlake    $159,900    2216 Sq Ft   $72.16/SqFt

4949 Weatherstone Ln  $169,900   2405 Sq Ft   $70.64/SqFt

3340 Mesa Verde Ct       $190,000    2626 Sq Ft   $72.35/SqFt

10 Pending homes, 72 Sold Homes in the last month in this

price bracket in Kentwood.  Average sold price = $ 123,436

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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All information is subject to verification & no liability for omission

or error is assumed.

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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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*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 :

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Caledonia Michigan Top Best Buy Homes April 2011

Caledonia Michigan Top Best Buy Homes April 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 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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April 2011   TOP BEST BUY Caledonia MI Homes

Highest list price – $314,900

Lowest list price – $46,980

Lowest price/Sq Ft range from $51.63 to $97.44

 

The Top 21 Caledonia Homes to Buy by Price/Square Foot:

8650 Acorn Ave            $ 46,980     910 Sq Ft   $51.63/SqFt

601 Acorn St               $ 79,900     998 Sq Ft    $80.06/SqFt

8530 Beaver SE           $ 99,000     1352 Sq Ft    $73.22/SqFt

7050 84th St              $105,000     1400 Sq Ft    $75.00/SqFt

401 Emmons St SE      $119,900      1578 Sq Ft    $75.98/SqFt

 

 

6590 Hayfield Rd        $154,900      1837 Sq Ft    $84.32/SqFt

6989  68th St            $159,800      1640 SqFt    $97.44/SqFt

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

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

7458 E Morgan Ln       $177,750     2136 Sq Ft    $83.22/SqFt

 

7479 E Morgan Ln       $184,769     2216 Sq Ft    $83.38/SqFt

6126 S Costner Ct      $189,900     2085 Sq Ft    $91.08/SqFt

6641 Woodville Ct       $199,000     2066 Sq Ft    $96.76/SqFt

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

8435 Curley Trail        $205,000     2482 Sq Ft    $82.59/SqFt

 

8462 Curley Trail        $225,000     3000 Sq Ft    $75.00/SqFt

7841 Kraft Ave SE      $225,000     2541 Sq Ft    $88.55/SqFt

6162 Costner Ct         $228,900    2390 Sq Ft    $95.77/SqFt

8791 Costner Dr SE     $247,000      2700 Sq Ft    $91.48/SqFt

7434 E Morgan Ln Ct   $250,000     2696 Sq Ft    $92.73/SqFt

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

 

The homes this month in Caledonia real estate are mostly middle

to upper end homes, with only 3 homes under $100K in price.  Activity

is ramping up with the advent of spring, as 22 homes went pending

in the last month, 10 sold.

 

Price is still a huge factor, the average sale was under $150K range.

Since the low sold was $ 25,000 and the high was over $1,000,000,

this is quite a spread.  Distressed properties were about 25-30% of

sales in the last month and there were fewer available on the market.

 

 

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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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Earth Day 2011 – Say Goodbye to the Beer Frig

Earth Day 2011 – Say Goodbye to the Beer Frig

by Bonnie and Terry Westbrook

Do you have that old refrigerator in the garage just in case

you might need it for a party or extra beverages?  Did you know

that old refrigerator or freezer can use more than twice the amount

of electricity as a new one?

 

Savings of up to $150 per year if you replace your old refrigerator

or freezer with a high efficiency one.  Plus it will keep harmful

materials out of landfills.  Green Hint: Usually your refrigerator is the

highest energy guzzling appliance you own.

 

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DTE Energy is offering rebates for turning in old

refrigerators, humidifiers, and room AC’s.

 

Did you know?

Recycling 30,500 refrigerators…

  • will reclaim more than 90,000 lbs. of aluminum
  • is equal to removing the emissions from 61,000 cars for a year
  • keeps 300,500 lbs. of foam insulation from landfills

DTE says about 95 percent of the materials used in each refrigerator

or freezer will be recycled and the toxins and ozone-depleting chloro-

fluorocarbon gases from foam insulation will be safely disposed.

 

DTE Program Requirements

DTE Program Details

 

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Forest Hills Plat Homes Grand Rapids MI Real Estate Market Report – Jan-March 2011

Forest Hills Plat Homes Grand Rapids MI Real Estate Market Report Jan-Mar 2011

Forest Hills Plat in Grand Rapids Michigan is a well established

home neighborhood located just west of Forest Hills Drive and

just south of Fulton Street.  Built in the late 1950’s and 1960’s

by R.D. Brooks, this development has a community outdoor pool,

community association, and common park area for residents who

belong to the association. 

Collins Elementary School Grand Rapids MI

Forest Hills Subdivision is in Grand Rapids Township, prestigious Forest

Hills School district and close to the I96 Expressway for fast access to

many parts of the city.  Just minutes away from the Forest Hills shopping,

28th Street retail corridor, and about 10 minutes from downtown Grand

Rapids or Gerald R. Ford Airport. A very desirable suburban area to live in,

valued for its safety, quality construction, and convenience.

                     Forest Hills Plat Residential Homes

                       Jan-March 2011 Market Report

5  For Sale 

2 Pending

0  Sold

 Average  listed price – $210,920

Average listed home price/ sq ft – $ 84.25

Average sold listed home days on the market = 103

 

The Forest Hills Plat is a popular home market in the Ada/Grand

Rapids area. Part of the appeal is the proximity of Collins Elementary

School, Forest Hills Central Middle and High Schools, Ada Christian

School, and close to Fulton Street and the I96 expressway. 

If you have questions about Forest Hills homes, please contact me

directly.

 

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Top 5 Reasons to Move to Caledonia Michigan

Top Five Reasons to Move to Caledonia Michigan:

Main Street Village of Caledonia MI

  1. Rural, Suburban setting
  2. Low Population density
  3. Highly rated public school system 
  4. Proximity to Grand Rapids, Lansing, Holland
  5. Close-knit community

Caledonia Michigan has a small village, an expanding commercial and

life style sector building up on M-37 to the east of the village.  The new

Caledonia Township offices and a newly constructed library are now

residing here.  While lots of rural farm land and suburban housing

is sprinkled all over Caledonia Township, the public schools system

consists of 9 schools.  The high school campus is located just west

of the village off Kraft Avenue.

 

You can register on our website and have up-to-date emails sent

to you with the newest listings in Caledonia sent right to your mail-box

every 24 hours.

 

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Forest Hills Michigan Real Estate Market Report Jan-March 2011

Forest Hills Michigan Real Estate Market Report Jan-March 2011

Forest Hills is actually a school district in Ada–Cascade  real

estate market that is always active. These 2 Grand Rapids suburban

communities have wonderful neighborhoods, some new and some older

with Top Ranked Forest Hills Public Schools and private schools,

such as Ada Christian & St Roberts that attract many home owners.

This report will cover the first quarter 2011 real estate market activity.

Northern Trails school entrance

Forest Hills Jan- March 2011 Real Estate Market Report:

Active Listings – 288

Average Sold Price – $ 301,188

Pending – 92

Sold – 115

DOM – 106

% Sale Price to List Price – 94.01%

Absorption Rate: 4.17 Months

Please bear in mind that this report is all about averages.

It will probably take a $1,000,000 home longer to sell than one listed

at $199,000.  Even though there are many multi-million dollar homes

in this district, the majority of homes are under $400K with the

average sold price at $300K.

 

The Absorption Rate at 4.17 months means that it will take about

4+ months for the current inventory of homes to sell, if selling at the

current rate.  This is considered a normal market. Real estate is

selling in the Forest Hills district.

 

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Forest Hills MI Homes, please contact me directly.

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Rockford Michigan Top Best Buy Homes March 2011

Rockford Michigan Top Best Buy Homes March 2011

A list of the TOP Rockford  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 it has updated decor, new flooring, & an

updated kitchen and baths, this would be more per square

foot than a home that still has the 1980’s decor and/or is in

poor condition.

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

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 a new roof & mechanicals.

*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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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.

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

6842 Goldenrod Ave   $ 59,900     754 Sq Ft   $ 79.44/SqFt

2596 Lynnhurst           $ 62,500     975 Sq Ft    $ 64.10/SqFt

6430 Northland Dr      $ 69,000    1259 Sq Ft   $ 55.52/SqFt

3287 13 Mile Rd           $ 79,900   1090 Sq Ft    $ 73.30/Sq Ft

4431 Porter Hollow Dr  $ 82,000   1525 Sq Ft   $ 76.78/SqFt

6206 Maksimowski      $89,900     1416 Sq Ft   $63.49/SqFt

5810 Belmont Ave       $99,900     1548 Sq Ft   $64.53/SqFt

6075 13 Mile Rd           $109,900    1750 Sq Ft   $62.80/SqFt

5776 Ethelwin Ave      $118,500    1596 Sq Ft   $74.25/SqFt

6272 Arroyo Vista       $129,900    1732 Sq Ft   $75.00/SqFt

7650 Cannonsburg     $134,900    1780 Sq Ft    $75.79/SqFt

6202 Meadowlark      $147,500     2160 Sq Ft   $ 68.29/SqFt

1382 Shaw Ct NE       $149,900     2008 Sq Ft   $ 74.65/SqFt

6179 RogueRiver Mdws  $154,900   1968 Sq Ft  $78.71/SqFt

6852 Pennisula Dr     $159,900      2040 Sq Ft     $78.38/SqFt

3461 Sunny Hill St    $162,500    2334 Sq Ft    $ 69.62/SqFt

6146 Belrick Ct NE      $174,900    2274 Sq Ft   $76.91/SqFt

6388 10 Mile Rd NE   $189,900     2548 Sq Ft    $74.53/SqFt

653 Highlander Dr    $195,000     2626 Sq Ft    $74.26/SqFt

179 Maple                  $199,900     2900 Sq Ft    $68.93/SqFt

1913 Woodbriar Ct   $199,900    2750 Sq Ft    $72.69/SqFt

7758 Pine Island Ct  $339,900    4395 Sq Ft   $77.34/SqFt

11 PENDING SALES, 9 SOLD HOMES in Rockford since

2/1/2011 in this price range.

There are 6 homes listed under $100K this month and

bargain prices seem to be disappearing from the Rockford

market.  If you are considering buying in Rockford, now is the time!

Prices are staying low in Rockford, inventory is high and rates

are still low but rising.  Homes that are in great condition

and priced right are selling quickly.  There is a scarcity of

mid-range homes in great condition!

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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.

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Kentwood Michigan Top Best Buy Homes March 2011

Kentwood Michigan Top Best Buy Homes March 2011

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

based on $70-$80/ 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 and amenities should be similar.

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

if the home has marble tile, new windows, new mechanicals & a new kitchen,

this would be more per square foot than a home that still has pre-1990’s

fixtures, decor and/or is in poor or tired condition.

 Kentwood Michigan Top Best Home Buys Jan 2011

March 2011  18  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

243 Buck Creek Ct     $109,900    1500 Sq Ft   $73.27/SqFt

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

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

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

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

1328 Marwood        $130,000    1730 Sq Ft   $75.14/SqFt

1773 60th St SE       $134,900    1825 Sq Ft   $73.92/SqFt

6756 Adrian Ave      $139,900    1764 Sq Ft   $79.31/SqFt

5732 Buchanan        $140,000    1924 Sq Ft   $72.77/SqFt

2264 Embro Dr SE     $150,000    1988 Sq Ft   $75.45/SqFt

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

1835 Jeffrey St SE     $159,900    2216 Sq Ft   $72.16/SqFt

5940 E Timberlake    $160,000    2216 Sq Ft   $72.20/SqFt

5970 Sable Ridge Dr  $160,000     2047 Sq Ft   $78.16/SqFt

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

4949 Weatherstone Ln  $174,900   2405 Sq Ft   $72.72/SqFt

3340 Mesa Verde Ct       $190,000    2626 Sq Ft   $72.35/SqFt

Pending 16 homes, Sold 3 Homes in last 6 weeks in this price

bracket in Kentwood.

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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Lowell Michigan Top Best Buy Homes March 2011

Lowell Michigan Top Best Buy Homes March 2011

A list of the TOP Best Lowell  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 it has updated decor, new flooring, & an

updated kitchen and baths, this would be more per square

foot than a home that still has the 1980’s decor and/or is in

poor condition.

Please note that this list can change daily as some homes

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

Flat River Dam open spring flooding

The total square footage is noted here, although only the

main floors are used to figure price per square foot.

March 2011  22 TOP BEST BUY Lowell Homes

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

810 Grindle Dr             $64,900       1300 Sq Ft    $49.92/SqFt

13358 Grand River      $68,794       1343 Sq Ft    $51.22/SqFt

13901 Oberley Dr       $70,000       1288 Sq Ft   $51.22/SqFt

1456 Baywicke Dr       $74,900      1056 Sq Ft   $70.93/SqFt

721 N Washington St   $79,900      1716 Sq Ft   $46.56/Sq Ft

10880 Woodbushe Dr   $89,900      1056 Sq Ft    $85.13/Sq Ft

311 High St                    $89,900      2249 Sq Ft    $39.97/SqFt

10925 Sconcewood      $99,900      1224 Sq Ft    $81.62/SqFt

811 Shepard Dr             $101,900    2394 Sq Ft    $42.56/SqFt

10820 Sconcewood     $104,900      1224 Sq Ft   $85.70/SqFt

 

 

10848 Woodbushe      $105,000      1428 Sq Ft    $73.53/SqFt

10846 Sconcewood     $108,900      1360 Sq Ft   $80.07/SqFt

829 N Monroe St          $115,000       1564 Sq Ft   $73.53/SqFt

10933 Woodbushe Dr  $116,000      1256 Sq Ft    $92.36/SqFt

925 Beech St                $119,900    1384 Sq Ft    $86.63/SqFt

 

10960 Deerwood Dr      $124,900    1498 Sq Ft    $83.38/SqFt

1250 Highland Hill        $145,000     1508 Sq Ft    $96.15/SqFt

13198 Grand River        $149,900    2040 Sq Ft    $73.48/SqFt

1638 Wales                   $154,000     2047 Sq Ft   $75.23/SqFt

203 N Hudson St         $169,900      2568 SQ Ft   $66.16/SqFt

13217 52nd St           $179,900       2755 Sq Ft    $65.30/SqFt

900 Beech St              $179,900     1936 SqFt     $92.92/SqFt

 8 Sold Homes, 7 Pending Sales in Lowell since 2/1/2011

in this price range.

There are still bargain priced homes for sale in Lowell,

8 homes priced under $100K this month.  In Lowell prices are still

low and sellers have been lowering prices to attract buyers.

Mortgage rates are still low, along with steeper loan requirements

instituted in the next few weeks.

 

Additional Lowell Michigan Articles:

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*Some of these homes may be bank owned foreclosures or

short sales and not habitable as is or available for a mortgage

in present condition.*

If you have questions about any of these homes, please

contact Terry: 1-616-292-7263

Or email : terry@terrywestbrook.com

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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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