Forest Hills MI Neighborhood Real Estate Report Tamarron Estates January – June 2016

Posted on July 15, 2016 by Terry & Bonnie

By Bonnie and Terry Westbrook

Snapshot of Tamarron Estates Real Estate Activity

January 1 through June 30, 2016

Active Listings – 2

Pending Sales – 2

Sold Properties – 4

Avg. Sold Price – $430,250

Tamarron Real Estate is on an upbeat path

compared to 2015 statistics. Homes are selling

as demand in the Forest Hills market increases.

With Thornapple Elementary School in the

neighborhood, access to the Thornapple River

backwaters, and being close to both Ada and

Cascade, this development holds it’s appeal

for buyers.

If you have a home to sell in Tamarron or would

like to purchase a Forest Hills home,

Terry can answer any questions you might have.

Call Terry @ 616-292-7263

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Caledonia Michigan Real Estate Market Report April – June 2016

Posted on July 8, 2016 by Terry & Bonnie

Caledonia Michigan Real Estate Market Report April – June 2016

by Bonnie Terry Westbrook

2016 Real Estate Market Activity

April 1, 2016 to June 30, 2016

Current Active Listings = 39

from $109,900 to $1,049,000

Caledonia Pending Home Sales = 33

Caledonia Sold Homes = 63

from $ 128,000 to $ 800,000

Average Sold Price = $ 305, 025

The Caledonia Real Estate Market is climbing

in value. The average sold home has risen 20% in

price from one year ago statistics. Caledonia is a

popular destination for home buyers in the

the Greater Grand Rapids market area. Homes are

selling quickly, only 12 of the 63 homes took longer than

90 days to sell.

The Summer market will moving quickly

for Caledonia home buyers. Be sure you have done

your “homework” before you go out looking! Most Sellers

have the luxury of choosing from multiple offers,

so set yourself up for success by being prepared

for competitive offers.

Caledonia has a strong appeal for home buyers

in the Greater Grand Rapids market. If you are considering a move

to or from Caledonia, it is not too early to start the process.

Terry will advise you on the fast track path to finding and

buying a home in Caledonia.

Give Terry a call if you would like to know what your Caledonia home

might be worth on today’s Market at: 616-292-7263.

Or contact Terry through our website: Westbrook Realty

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If you have any questions about Caledonia or Grand Rapids MI

homes, please contact me directly through my web site.

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the 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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Forest Hills MI Real Estate Market Report March – May 2016

Posted on June 30, 2016 by Terry & Bonnie

Forest Hills Michigan Real Estate Market Report

March – May 2016

by Terry and Bonnie Westbrook

2016 Real Estate Market Activity Forest Hills

March 1, 2016 – May 31, 2016

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Active Listings = 199 From $ 99,900 to $ 2,450,000

Pending Listings – 131

Sold Homes = 206 From $50,000 to $1,450,000

Forest Hills homes are selling quickly,

but the quantity of new homes entering the

market is way below our normal.

For the past quarter, we have 337 homes sold

and only 199 listings. Sold homes are half the

total of six months ago.

Finding a Forest Hills home under $250,00

with updates is getting very difficult, under $100K

is almost impossible, very slim pickings and you

can bet condition is a key factor. Be ready for

major remodeling projects, which prices a large

portion of buyers out of the competition.

Forest Hills is a public school district in Ada – Cascade Michigan.

A Greater Grand Rapids suburban community that has wonderful neighborhoods,

some new, most are older. It boasts Top Ranked Forest Hills Public Schools,

private schools, and a suburban life style that attracts many home owners.

Call Terry about buying or selling a Forest Hills home.

If you are a seller, he can provide valued advice on what

updates pay off and which don’t. 616-292-7263

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If you would like specific information about an Ada, Cascade or

Forest Hills MI Home, please contact me directly.

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the 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!

Forest Hills MI Neighborhood Real Estate Report Hidden Hills Neighborhood Jan – May 2016

Posted on June 7, 2016 by Terry & Bonnie

Forest Hills MI Neighborhood Real Estate Report Hidden Hills Jan – May 2016

By Terry and Bonnie Westbrook

A place to unwind at the end of the day

Quick Snapshot of Hidden Hills Real Estate Activity

Jan 1 through May 31, 2016

Active Listings – 1

Pending Sales – 2

Sold Properties – 4

Average Sold Price – $ 284,250

The Hidden Hills real estate market has had

a fairly busy year so far. Two pending sales and four

closed sales, with the average sold price rising by over

20% from the same time frame last year.

One of these homes was flipped rather quickly and more

than doubled in price. This sold price would be at the peak

of home prices in Hidden Hills and would not be the case

for homes that haven’t been completed remodeled.

This also clearly demonstrates that today’s buyers want

an updated home and are willing to pay for it.

If you are considering selling a Hidden Hills home,

please contact Terry for a market analysis or a list of

recent home sales. Call 616-292-7263

or email: terry@terrywestbrook.com

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the 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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Forest Hills Michigan Neighborhood Real Estate Report Watermark Residences January – May 2016

Posted on May 25, 2016 by Terry & Bonnie

Forest Hills Michigan Neighborhood Real Estate Report

Watermark Residences January – May 2016

by Terry and Bonnie Westbrook

Quick Snapshot of Watermark Residences Real Estate Activity

January 1 through May 23, 2016

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Active Listings 2

Sales Pending = 1

Sold Properties = 7

Average sold price $ 506,812

Watermark Real Estate Market Synopsis:

Watermark Homes are selling for less than they

were a year ago, about a 10% drop in average price.

This could be due to condition and age, as some

of the properties are probably due for updates

Current home inventory is small, but sold

properties are above average for this Spring market.

Golf course homes are considered a desirable place

to live and appeal to both local and transfer buyers.

Watermark Residences offer different types

of housing. Single family residential homes,

single family condo residences, and a few

townhouse residences.

Watermark Residences attract buyers who are

interested in the private golf course, club pool,

public restaurant, and public work out facilities.

An additional attraction is access to play all 4

golf courses owned by the same management

with a golf membership to any of the three

following golf courses:

Sunnybrook Golf Course in Byron Center

Stonewater Golf Course in Caledonia,

Watermark Golf Course in Cascade

Thousand Oaks Golf Course in NE Grand Rapids

If you would like to view a Watermark or other golf

course home, contact Terry: 616-292-7263

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

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Forest Hills MI Neighborhood Real Estate Market Report Caravelle Village Jan-April 2016

Posted on May 21, 2016 by Terry & Bonnie

Forest Hills MI Neighborhood Real Estate Market Report Caravelle Village Jan-April 2016

By Terry and Bonnie Westbrook

Caravelle Village 2016 Quick Market Snapshot:

January 1 to April 30, 2016

Active For Sale Homes = 0

Pending Home Sales = 1

Sold Homes = 2 $180,000 to $252,000

Average Sold Home Price = $ 218,666

Homes in Caravelle Village are selling in days,

typical of the shortage for affordable housing in Forest

Hills. All three of these homes sold for close to or over

listed price within days of listing. This seems like a dream

come true for sellers, but it does have a negative side.

If you are looking for a new home in Forest Hills, it

could take months to find and negotiate the sale of your

new home. Meanwhile, the new buyers of your just sold

home are anxious to move in. This housing dilemma is stifling

the market right now for many potential sellers.

Considering selling your Caravelle Village home?

Please contact Terry for an idea of what your house is worth

on today’s market.

If you would like information about buying or selling a

Forest Hills Home, please contact Terry at 616-292-7263.

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

Westbrook Realty Grand Rapids MI Real Estate

Contact Terry 616-292-7263

Forest Hills MI Neighborhood Real Estate Report Quail Crest Condos Jan – April 2016

Posted on May 20, 2016 by Terry & Bonnie

Forest Hills MI Neighborhood Real Estate Report Quail Crest Condos Jan-April 2016

By Terry and Bonnie Westbrook

Quick Snapshot of Quail Crest Condos Real Estate Activity

January 1 through April 30, 2016

Active Listings 0

Pending Sales 2

Sold Properties 3 $210,000 to $251,000

Avg. Sale Price: $226,229

Quail Crest Condos are a desirable housing in

the Forest Hills Area. Condos are scarce here and this

subdivision offers older and newer construction.

New stand alone condo construction is almost if not

built out. Demand from buyers is strong but this

doesn’t mean you can get top dollar for an outdated

condo here. Statistics tell us you can expect to get ten

to twenty per cent less than homes in move in condition.

Quail Crest is located at the corner of Burton St and Spaulding

Avenue, near Watermark Golf Course, close to 28th St shopping and the

new SE YMCA complex that just opened this Spring.

Stand alone, 2 unit, and multiple unit condos are all part

of Quail Crest living. New construction appears to be built out

or in the building process.

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If you are interested in a Forest Hills Condo home, give Terry

a call for up-to-date information on this changing market.

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

Westbrook Realty Grand Rapids MI Real Estate

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Forest Hills MI Neighborhood Real Estate Report – Clements Mill Jan-April 2016

Posted on April 29, 2016 by Terry & Bonnie

Forest Hills MI Neighborhood Real Estate Report – Clements Mill Jan – April 2016

by Terry & Bonnie Westbrook

Quick Snapshot of Clements Mill Real Estate Activity

January through April 2016

Active Listings = 2

Pending Sold Properties = 3

Sold Properties = 5

Average Sold Price = $ 344,000

Average Sold Price /Sq. Ft = $ 190

Clements Mill homes continue to be a desirable place to live.

New construction condo listings are selling quickly, a rapid turn-over is

almost guaranteed in this Forest Hills neighborhood.

Demand is greater than the supply, at least for the Spring, Summer

selling season.

The average sold price is up almost 17 % from 2015 stats

last year at the same time. Condition of a home stills plays a

factor in whether a sale is fast or slow, and getting top dollar in per

square foot pricing.

If you would like more information about a Clement Mills

home listing, or would like to sell your Clements Mills home,

please contact Terry at 616-292-7263.

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

Westbrook Realty Grand Rapids MI Real Estate

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Nature Lovers Dream Home Rockford Two Story Home on 3.2 Acres

Posted on April 18, 2016 by Terry & Bonnie

Nature Lovers Dream Home Rockford Two Story Home on 3.2 Acres

Another SOLD Home by Westbrook Realty

Secluded in a wooded area, this spacious home has lots to offer the nature lover.

Tucked back from the street, this home has 4 bedrooms. updated kitchen and baths,

recently finished recreation – game room area in lower level, large deck overlooking

large back yard, and a newer 30 x 40 ft pole barn to store your sports and recreational gear.

The Front of the home nestled in the wooded acreage and the back yard deck.

This home has over 4000 square feet of finished living space.

The Living Room w/ gas fireplace and recently finished recreation room down.

The Casual eating area off the kitchen and one wall of recently updated kitchen cabinets.

This area has ceramic tile flooring for easy upkeep.

The 30 x40 ft pole barn w/ 13 foot door View of back yard

More info, photos, and a video tour available on our website.

If you are looking for a roomy home with 4 bedrooms, 3 baths, many amenities in

Rockford School District, don’t miss this opportunity to live close to nature.

Located near 13 Mile Road and Tefft Ave.

Give Terry a call today

if you would like to privately view this property.

616-292-7263 or email him at: terry@terrywestbrook.com
If you have any questions about Rockford homes,

or would like to have a market price range for your home,

please contact me directly:

1-616-292-7263 or email: terry@terrywestbrook.com

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Forest Hills MI Neighborhood Real Estate Report Ada Woods January – March 2016

Posted on April 18, 2016 by Terry & Bonnie

Forest Hills MI Neighborhood Real Estate Report Ada Woods Jan-March 2016

By Terry and Bonnie Westbrook

Snapshot of Ada Woods Real Estate Activity

January 1 through March 31, 2016

Active Listings – 1 $425,000

Pending Sales – 1

Sold Properties – 2

Average Sold Price Per Sq. Ft = $147 to 176

Only three Ada Woods Home sales on the MLS during the first

part of this year. With only one home currently for sale, inventory is

low at this time. Prices average out about $365,00, with some homes

in the middle $200,000’s and some over $400,000. The warmer weather

will bring a few more homes on the market. They should sell within

30 days if priced reasonably.

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If you are interested in information about an Ada Woods

or Forest Hills home, give Terry a call – 616-292-7263

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

Westbrook Realty Grand Rapids MI Real Estate

Contact Terry 616-292-7263