Living Alone and Liking It

According to NAR's [National Association of Realtors] latest figures,

 Did You Know: November 6, 2009, the increase in single owner households is

on the rise.  They attribute it to baby-boomers that are widowed but staying

in their home.  There has been an increase in single women purchasing homes,

 per NAR's stats, almost one-quarter of first time home buyers were single

females who purchased their first home on a median income of $47,400.

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The national average for single occupant households is 28%.  This figure

is likely to rise after the results of the 2010 census is revealed in January.

This trend is good news for the small bungalows and ranch homes built

after World War II that are on the market today.  We have found that

condos and townhouses have great appeal to the single buyer, too.

It used to be unusual for people to live alone but is much more

accepted as the norm today.

 

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If you are looking for a home in the Grand Rapids Area, we service the following areas: Metro Grand Rapids, Ada-Cascade, East Grand Rapids, Caledonia, Kentwood, Lowell, and Rockford.  We have assisted Grand Rapids buy & sell homes for the last 35+ years. Call 1-616-292-7263 to talk with Terry or email him at: terry@terrywestbrook.com.

 For MLS access to the homes for sale in the West Michigan Area,visit: Westbrook Realty ~ Grand Rapids Real Estate for a free search.  Your search can be saved and modified as you view homes, with no obligation.

Thinking of selling your home?  We offer one of the most extensive marketing campaigns in Grand Rapids with a major online presence for your home.  With over 85% of buyers looking for homes online, this is where we concentrate our efforts.  Click here to view Terry's Realtor profile.      

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Forest Hills Public Schools Get A Face Lift This Summer

Six different schools in the Forest Hills Public School District are under

some kind of construction this summer. 

• Central High School
• Ada Elementary School
• Central Middle School
• Ada Vista School
• Collins Elementary School
• Community & Aquatic Center
• Central Woodlands 5/6
• Northern Trails 5/6

Every school site will receive different combinations of security cameras,

roof repair/ replacement, parking lot resurfacing, and energy

conservation/sustainability improvements (window replacement,

lighting and mechanical system upgrades).

See details at Forest Hills District News Site

 

Some photos of the Construction Sites:

 

 Warning -  if you like hard hats, you will be in 7th heaven!

Ada Elementary School

Ada Elementary School

Central Middle School

 

Central Middle School

 

Forest Hills Central High School

Forest Hills Central High School

 

School districts reflect the interest people have in their

community public education systems. Forest Hills Schools are

 one of the best in our state in almost every category.  New

school updates are one of the ways we try to keep you informed

on what is happening in the Forest Hills District.

 

Westbrook Realty Grand Rapids Real Estate

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Photos by Bonnie Westbrook

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If you are looking for a home in the Grand Rapids Area, we service the following areas: Metro Grand Rapids, Ada-Cascade, East Grand Rapids, Caledonia, Kentwood, Lowell, and Rockford.  We have assisted Grand Rapids buy & sell homes for the last 35+ years. Call 1-616-292-7263 to talk with Terry or email him at: terry@terrywestbrook.com.

 For MLS access to the homes for sale in the West Michigan Area,visit: Westbrook Realty ~ Grand Rapids Real Estate for a free search.  Your search can be saved and modified as you view homes, with no obligation.

Thinking of selling your home?  We offer one of the most extensive marketing campaigns in Grand Rapids with a major online presence for your home.  With over 85% of buyers looking for homes online, this is where we concentrate our efforts.  Click here to view Terry's Realtor profile.      

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Look Mom!! We are in the Movies!

Movie-making has been going strong in Grand Rapids,

Michigan this summer.  We have been on a movie set

as extras in a major motion picture filming here in

Grand Rapids and Lowell.

The generous tax incentives that Michigan has offered the

film industry to make their films here is starting to pay off.

Local caterers, local actors, and local crew are being hired

for the filming of The Genesis Code, a hockey themed

movie starring Academy Award winners, Ernest Borgnine

& Louise Fletcher ( Nurse Ratched fame), and former

 Presidential candidate, Fred Thompson.

 

 

The production company needed a hundred + extras for

a scene in a church.  We are in the pews, singing (actually

 miming the words only) and listening to the sermon. 

Not tough work, for sure, although it was a warm summer

 day, no air-conditioning, a church full of people & lights,

and we  were dressed in winter clothes for a Christmas scene.

The magic of movies.  We noted fake snow around the

small pond, too, when we walked out for lunch.

 

The whole production was fascinating to observe.  We were

made comfortable in a nearby lounge at Calvin College,

until we were lined up and put in the chapel pews.  The art

of film was evident at close inspection.  Stained glass windows

were in the front to the chapel.  The art dept had made paper

 to fit the side windows that matched the stained glass up front,

mainly to control the amount of light coming in.

 

The crew and production staff were always busy and

bustling around.  Everyone seemed to have a walkie-talkie

and an ear-bud to keep connected and keep the production

flowing smoothly.  They all seemed to possess the talent of

listening and talking to more than 1 person at a time.

 

About an hour of filming the same scene each time, from

different angles, and 10 hours later, we were done!  Our

scene will probably be about 3-4 minutes in length.  I have

 a whole new appreciation for a film crew and what it takes

to make a full length feature.

We were given a box lunch and treats in between.  No pay

but we might just make it through editing and be in a major

 motion picture.

Here are a few pictures from our seat in the "extra" spot. 

I don't imagine the film crew gets their picture taken very often.

 

 

  

 

We might be going to one of the hockey arena shoots this

weekend.  It is nearby but they are filming from 5pm to 5am.

Not sure we can make it through that time frame - even if

we sleep in our seats!!

 

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If you are looking for a home in the Grand Rapids Area, we service the following areas: Metro Grand Rapids, Ada-Cascade, East Grand Rapids, Caledonia, Kentwood, Lowell, and Rockford.  We have assisted Grand Rapids buy & sell homes for the last 35+ years. Call 1-616-292-7263 to talk with Terry or email him at: terry@terrywestbrook.com.

 For MLS access to the homes for sale in the West Michigan Area,visit: Westbrook Realty ~ Grand Rapids Real Estate for a free search.  Your search can be saved and modified as you view homes, with no obligation.

Thinking of selling your home?  We offer one of the most extensive marketing campaigns in Grand Rapids with a major online presence for your home.  With over 85% of buyers looking for homes online, this is where we concentrate our efforts.  Click here to view Terry's Realtor profile.      

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Road Trip to Grand Haven Michigan Pier

On a beautiful day in April, we went on a day road trip

to Grand Haven Michigan, which is about 30 miles from

Grand Rapids.  Grand Haven is on Lake Michigan, it has a

great beach.  If you won't take my word for it,  it was

named one of the Top 5 Beaches in the United States by

Good Morning America-Travel Mom and has hosted the AVP

Pro Beach Volleyball Tournament throughout the summer

months,  due to the quality of its sand beaches.

It also has 2 lighthouses, connected by a lighted catwalk

which runs along the pier to the shore.  Grand Haven is a

Great Lakes port, home to a large charter fishing fleet, the

US Coast Guard Lake Michigan Group, which coordinates all

 Lake Michigan Coast Guard activities.  In fact, Grand Haven

 is officially nicknamed, Coast Guard City USA. 

 Grand Haven State Park is also a popular destination for tourists,

because it is on fabulous Lake Michigan.  We are so fortunate to

live so close to a natural wonder, Lake Michigan, one of the

largest fresh water lakes in the world.  On a balmy day in

April, it is so serene.  The same scene in stormy November

or January can look totally different.  We get warnings on our

weather channels about wave heights and swimming in

dangerous rip tide conditions all summer.

But on a day trip to Grand Haven in April, all we have to

concern ourselves with was lunch.  Which we had on the channel

at the Snug Harbor Restaurant while we watched the boats

going up and down the channel out to the big lake.

 

Grand Haven has lots to offer, whether you come for a vacation,

the Annual US Coast Guard Festival, or just a day tripper, like us.

 

 

 

 

 

 

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If you are looking for a home in the Grand Rapids Area, we service the following areas: Metro Grand Rapids, Ada-Cascade, East Grand Rapids, Caledonia, Kentwood, Lowell, and Rockford.  We have assisted Grand Rapids buy & sell homes for the last 35+ years. Call 1-616-292-7263 to talk with Terry or email him at: terry@terrywestbrook.com.

 For MLS access to the homes for sale in the West Michigan Area,visit: Westbrook Realty ~ Grand Rapids Real Estate for a free search.  Your search can be saved and modified as you view homes, with no obligation.

Thinking of selling your home?  We offer one of the most extensive marketing campaigns in Grand Rapids with a major online presence for your home.  With over 85% of buyers looking for homes online, this is where we concentrate our efforts.  Click here to view Terry's Realtor profile.      

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Grand Rapids Michigan 5th Most Affordable Homes in US

It looks like the most affordable homes in the United States are in the

Midwest, according to CNNMoney.com's latest posting about the Most

& the Least affordable cities to buy a home.  New York and the California

dominate the least affordable cities to buy a home today.

 

 

Grand Rapids Michigan comes in 5th Most Affordable with an affordability

score of 92.9%.

 

CNNMoney's lineup is as follows:

MOST AFFORDABLE

1. Indianapolis, IN     median home price - $107,000
2. Youngstown, OH    median home price - $ 73,000
3. Detroit, MI            median home price - $ 86,000
4. Dayton, OH           median home price - $105,000
5. Grand Rapids, MI   median home price - $100,000

LEAST AFFORDABLE

1. New York City, NY   median home price - $419,000
2. San Francisco, CA   median home price - $580,000
3. Honolulu, HA         median home price - $395,000
4. Los Angeles, CA     median home price - $294,000
5. Santa Ana, CA        median home price - $391,000

 

The foreclosure crisis that has hit the Midwest hard has influenced the

prices of homes in a downward trend for the past few years.  The

auto industry is a big factor, although many of these Midwest cities, like

Grand Rapids are diversifying their economic base and will come out of

this much stronger and with many more people as homeowners.

If you are looking for a home in Grand Rapids Michigan, you are much

more likely to find a home you can afford than many other cities, which

is great news for the average home buyer today.

 

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If you are looking for a home in the Grand Rapids Area, we service the following areas: Metro Grand Rapids, Ada-Cascade, East Grand Rapids, Caledonia, Kentwood, Lowell, and Rockford.  We have assisted Grand Rapids buy & sell homes for the last 35+ years. Call 1-616-292-7263 to talk with Terry or email him at: terry@terrywestbrook.com.

 For MLS access to the homes for sale in the West Michigan Area,visit: Westbrook Realty ~ Grand Rapids Real Estate for a free search.  Your search can be saved and modified as you view homes, with no obligation.

Thinking of selling your home?  We offer one of the most extensive marketing campaigns in Grand Rapids with a major online presence for your home.  With over 85% of buyers looking for homes online, this is where we concentrate our efforts.  Click here to view Terry's Realtor profile.      

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America's Hometown ~ East Grand Rapids Michigan

East Grand Rapids Michigan is America's hometown, at least for quite a few famous

people and lots of not-so-famous people.   Gerald R Ford, our 38th President and

 our 40th Vice President grew up in Grand Rapids and lived in East Grand Rapids

when he served 25 years as a Michigan Congressman.  The movie American Pie

was written by Adam Herz, who grew up in East Grand Rapids and based the movie

on his teen years. 

But East Grand Rapids Michigan is more than a famous hometown, it is a

quintessential American hometown. The population is about 11,000 people, and it

 has fewer than 4000 housing units.  East Grand Rapids has 4 seasons, so you

can enjoy all seasonal sports and outdoor events.

You can walk or bike to almost anywhere in East in a short time, it has about 3 square

miles of total area.  You can frolic in Collins Park on Reeds Lake almost year round. 

 If you jet ski, sail, wind surf, fish, or just like to gaze at the water, Reeds Lake is a

 prominent part of the local community activities.

East GR has great neighborhoods, some include stately mansions, others are average

homes, tree lined streets,  above average city services, such as leaf & yard waste r

emoval, award winning public schools, a vibrant downtown shopping district-

Gaslight Village, and all within 10 minutes of downtown Grand Rapids cultural events.

Take our photo tour of East Grand Rapids MI and get acquainted with it's charm.

 

 

There are currently 170 homes for sale in East Grand Rapids, ranging

in price from $ 99,980 to $ 2,039,000.  If you would like to live in

East Grand Rapids, give me a call at 888-240-1968 ext 0 or email me

at Terry@Terrywestbrook.com

 

Additional East Grand Rapids Information:

Free Movies in Collins Park - Summer 2009

Summer Kid's Activities EGR 2009

Free Summer Concerts EGR 2009

 

Westbrook Realty Grand Rapids Real Estate

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Video & Photos by Bonnie Westbrook

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If you are looking for a home in the Grand Rapids Area, we service the following areas: Metro Grand Rapids, Ada-Cascade, East Grand Rapids, Caledonia, Kentwood, Lowell, and Rockford.  We have assisted Grand Rapids buy & sell homes for the last 35+ years. Call 1-616-292-7263 to talk with Terry or email him at: terry@terrywestbrook.com.

 For MLS access to the homes for sale in the West Michigan Area,visit: Westbrook Realty ~ Grand Rapids Real Estate for a free search.  Your search can be saved and modified as you view homes, with no obligation.

Thinking of selling your home?  We offer one of the most extensive marketing campaigns in Grand Rapids with a major online presence for your home.  With over 85% of buyers looking for homes online, this is where we concentrate our efforts.  Click here to view Terry's Realtor profile.      

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Authentic Mexican Fare at Taquitos Mexican Grill ~ Grand Rapids Michigan

We were referred to this new restaurant downtown Grand Rapids by friends,

John & Betsy, who live in Heritage Hill.  They met us for lunch at Taquitos a

couple of times. 

Taquitos is located at Division Ave in the old Herkimer Hotel at the corner of

Division and Goodrich.

 

We really liked the way the building was remodeled, it still has the ambiance of an

old bar and restaurant that existed there years ago but with current flair and lots of light.

No dark and dingy digs here.  We also liked the food and the service.  We want to

encourage the redevelopment going on in this Heartside District of Grand Rapids. 

A few years ago, this area was populated mainly by homeless people and shelters. 

Taquitos is located in the bottom of the old Herkimer Hotel at the corner of Division

 and Cherry.  The Heartside District is growing into a local "arts community" and we

 welcome new businesses like Taquitos. 

 

 Now that you have some background, we can get down to the good stuff......the food.

Authentic Mexican fare at Taquitos, a clean, friendly restaurant with great food.  We

love Mexican food, the more authentic, the better. Mole is on the menu, which is

seldom seen outside of Mexico.  Since it was a hot day, we went for a chicken burrito

and the chicken salad. The chicken salad had a light lime vinagrette and was delicious,

according to Bonnie.  The chicken burrito was goodalso, lots of chicken and it was

available with sauce or without.  They serve hot tortilla chips and a mild salsa for an

appetizer.  Our waitress was smiling and happy to wait on us.

 

Here are a few pictures of Taquitos.    We will be back for sure!

 

Taquitos Mexican Grill 327 Division Ave S Grand Rapids, MI 49503- (616) 336-9300

 

 

 

Photos by Terry Westbrook

No credit or remuneration was received to give this recommendation of Taquitos Mexican Grill

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If you are looking for a home in the Grand Rapids Area, we service the following areas: Metro Grand Rapids, Ada-Cascade, East Grand Rapids, Caledonia, Kentwood, Lowell, and Rockford.  We have assisted Grand Rapids buy & sell homes for the last 35+ years. Call 1-616-292-7263 to talk with Terry or email him at: terry@terrywestbrook.com.

 For MLS access to the homes for sale in the West Michigan Area,visit: Westbrook Realty ~ Grand Rapids Real Estate for a free search.  Your search can be saved and modified as you view homes, with no obligation.

Thinking of selling your home?  We offer one of the most extensive marketing campaigns in Grand Rapids with a major online presence for your home.  With over 85% of buyers looking for homes online, this is where we concentrate our efforts.  Click here to view Terry's Realtor profile.      

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Roselle Park in Ada Michigan ~ Grand River Natural Habitat Trail

Roselle Park in Ada Michigan along the Grand River is  247 acre park that is

a dedicated Natural Habitat Refuge.  On a rainy Saturday a few weeks

ago, we stopped and took  a few photos.  It was cold and windy but

the fall colors were great.  We walked on one of the trails along the Grand

River. A very peaceful place to visit. Dogs on leashes are welcome.

 These silos were left from the previous owner of the property. The one with

the stars on top has been made into a 9 story observation tower. 

 

This stone states that Roselle park is dedicated the people of Ada Township

 View from the observation tower toward the Grand River

 

 On the walking trail along the river.

 

 

The Grand River, the longest river in Michigan. It starts near Hillsdale MI and

winds it's way north then west, eventually emptying into Lake Michigan.

This spot is just north of the confluence of the Thornapple River at Ada MI.

 

 

 

Roselle Park Nature Preserve on the Grand River

Roselle Park Flood Stage Spring 2009 Video

Roselle Park Photos

 

 

 

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If you are looking for a home in the Grand Rapids Area, we service the following areas: Metro Grand Rapids, Ada-Cascade, East Grand Rapids, Caledonia, Kentwood, Lowell, and Rockford.  We have assisted Grand Rapids buy & sell homes for the last 35+ years. Call 1-616-292-7263 to talk with Terry or email him at: terry@terrywestbrook.com.

 For MLS access to the homes for sale in the West Michigan Area,visit: Westbrook Realty ~ Grand Rapids Real Estate for a free search.  Your search can be saved and modified as you view homes, with no obligation.

Thinking of selling your home?  We offer one of the most extensive marketing campaigns in Grand Rapids with a major online presence for your home.  With over 85% of buyers looking for homes online, this is where we concentrate our efforts.  Click here to view Terry's Realtor profile.      

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Top Best Buy Homes Kentwood Michigan ~ October 2009

We have gathered a list of the Top Best 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 prices/Sq Ft range from $26.34 to $69.44 in

Kentwood this month.

Homes on the list this month are still at bargain prices, with

average price per square foot @ $58.50.

Kentwood &  Wyoming have been hit hard by the automotive

shutdowns and subsequent job losses in these areas.  Nearly half of

the homes we researched this month were short sale properties

that will be coming on the market in the next 6-9 months as

foreclosure sales.

Short Sales are extremely difficult for most home buyers to

consider as a purchase.  Please keep in mind the time alone

 [3-9 months] of negotiating with the banks makes it almost

impossible for some buyers to consider.

October  2009  39 TOP BEST BUYS in  Kentwood Homes

The lowest list price is $29,900

the highest list price is $179,900

Top Kentwood Homes to Buy by Price per Square Foot:

7213 Regal Ave          $29,900       750 Sq Ft    $39.87/SqFt

136 Nancy St SE         $47,900      1680 Sq Ft   $28.51/SqFt

5545 Kalamazoo Ave   $48,800     848  Sq Ft    $57.55/SqFt

2102 68th St   SE         $57,400     2179 SqFt    $26.34/SqFt

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

 

3685 Giddings Ave      $59,900     1470 Sq Ft   $40.75/SqFt

5443 Claudia Ave        $59,900      975 Sq Ft    $61.44/SqFt

150  58th St SE           $59,900     1007 Sq Ft   $59.48/SqFt

5444 Eastern Ave       $59,900      976 SqFt    $61.37/SqFt

315 60th St  SE           $60,000     864 Sq Ft   $69.44/SqFt

 

4525 Grantwood Ave  $62,900     960 Sq Ft    $65.52/SqFt

5891 Pine Vista St    $69,900     1269 Sq Ft    $55.08/SqFt

426 Pine Vista St      $70,000     1248 SqFt     $56.09/SqFt

3750 Breton Rd SE    $79,500     1651 Sq Ft    $48.15/SqFt

293 68th St SE          $79.900      1152 Sq Ft   $69.36/SqFt

 

6817 Quincy Ave      $79.900     1461 Sq Ft    $68.64/SqFt

5916 Pine Vista St    $79,900     1152 Sq Ft   $69.36/SqFt

5689 Gentian Ct SE   $79,900     2182 Sq Ft   $54.91/SqFt

5818 Pinetree Ave    $81,900     2200 Sq Ft   $37.23/SqFt

1582 Marwood Dr     $84,900     2047 SqFt    $62.24/SqFt

 

3622 Senora Ave      $89,900     1720 SqFt   $67.59/SqFt

1620 Mapleview St   $89,900    1900 Sq Ft   $57.37/SqFt

1929 68th St SE        $90,000    1476 Sq Ft   $60.98/SqFt

5393 Newcastle Dr   $90,000    2696 Sq Ft   $50.53/SqFt

5518 Edgelawn Dr    $99,900    2155 Sq Ft   $68.71/SqFt

 

110 Lurie St SE          $104,900   1627 Sq Ft   $64.47/SqFt

1635 Pembroke St     $109,900    1596 Sq Ft  $68.86/SqFt

4957 Bringham Ln      $115,000    2260 Sq Ft  $66.86/SqFt

1024 52nd St SE        $115,900   1932 Sq Ft  $59.99/SqFt

2655 52nd St SE        $116,900   1687 Sq Ft   $69.29/SqFt

 

2528 Mapleview Ct   $119,900    1992 Sq Ft  $60.19/SqFt

4675 Brooklyn Ave    $124,900    2817 Sq Ft  $59.05/SqFt

5830 Buchanan Ave  $124,940    1808 Sq Ft  $69.10/SqFt

5848 Valley Lane Dr   $129,900   2073 Sq Ft  $63.49/SqFt

5800 Buchanan Ave   $134,884   2073 Sq Ft  $65.07/SqFt

 

6665 Crystal Downes  $149,900  2586 Sq Ft  $57.97/SqFt

1889 60th St SE          $150,000   2436 Sq Ft   $61.58/SqFt

4546 Torrington Dr    $169,900   2736 Sq Ft   $62.10/SqFt

116 Edsel St St          $ 179,900   3128 Sq Ft  $62.51/SqFt

 

If you would like to view a Kentwood Top Best Buys Home,

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

terry@terrywestbrook.com

All information is subject to verification & no liability for

omission or error is assumed.

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If you are looking for a home in the Grand Rapids Area, we service the following areas: Metro Grand Rapids, Ada-Cascade, East Grand Rapids, Caledonia, Kentwood, Lowell, and Rockford.  We have assisted Grand Rapids buy & sell homes for the last 35+ years. Call 1-616-292-7263 to talk with Terry or email him at: terry@terrywestbrook.com.

 For MLS access to the homes for sale in the West Michigan Area,visit: Westbrook Realty ~ Grand Rapids Real Estate for a free search.  Your search can be saved and modified as you view homes, with no obligation.

Thinking of selling your home?  We offer one of the most extensive marketing campaigns in Grand Rapids with a major online presence for your home.  With over 85% of buyers looking for homes online, this is where we concentrate our efforts.  Click here to view Terry's Realtor profile.      

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Top Best Buy Homes Rockford Michigan ~ October 2009

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

based on price per square foot, one of the best ways to sort

through homes for values.

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.

October 2009  32 Top BEST BUY Homes Rockford, Michigan.

The lowest list price is $ 64,900

The highest list price is $369,900

Lowest price/Sq Ft range from $48.80 to $84.16

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

 

6485 West River Dr     $64,900      1330 Sq Ft     $48.80/SqFt

159 Cahill Dr               $79,900       1008 Sq Ft    $79.27/SqFt

107 S Main St             $80,000        1530 Sq Ft   $59.22/SqFt

9272 10 Mile Rd         $84,900        1621 Sq Ft    $52.38/SqFt

7730 Belding Rd NE   $87,900        1181 Sq Ft     $74.43/SqFt

 

162 E Division St      $90,000        1782 Sq Ft   $50.51/SqFt

3955 Butternut Dr    $93,600        1184 Sq Ft   $79.05/SqFt

2153 Post Dr NE       $94,900        1281 Sq Ft   $74.08/SqFt

5035 Bear Ave         $99,900        1629 Sq Ft   $61.33/SqFt

125 S Main St           $99,900       1688 Sq Ft    $59.18/SqFt

 

7635 10 Mile Rd NE   $109,900     1832 Sq Ft   $59.99/SqFt

5017 10 Mile Rd NE   $115,000     2016 SQ FT  $57.04/SqFt

7991 Cannonsburg   $130,000      1864 Sq Ft  $69.74/SqFt

4351 Porter Hollow  $134,900     2000 Sq Ft  $67.45/SqFt

10636 Trailside Wds $138,688   1936 Sq Ft   $71.64/SqFt

 

5302 10 Mile Dr        $149,900    1843 Sq Ft   $81.33/SqFt

8596 Sunny Hours    $150,000     4454 Sq Ft  $53.69/SqFt

6868 Peninsula Dr    $154,900    2000 Sq Ft   $77.45/SqFt

6874 Peninsula Dr    $154,900    2000 Sq Ft   $77.45/SqFt

2390 Rogue River     $159,900    1992 Sq Ft   $80.27/SqFt

 

1479 10 Mile Rd       $169,900   2164 Sq Ft   $78.51/SqFt

5645 Ramsdell Dr     $169,900   2300 Sq Ft   $73.87/SqFt

6156 Meadowlark    $169,900   3364 Sq Ft   $75.51/SqFt

6879 Blueridge Dr    $176,900  2800 Sq Ft    $63.18/SqFt

9204 N Division       $179,900    2418 Sq Ft   $74.40 /SqFt

 

5693 Tiffany Ave     $184,900    3488 Sq Ft   $53.01/SqFt

647 Highlander Dr   $189,900    3050 Sq Ft   $62.26/SqFt

7031 Bonaire Ct NE $199,900    3160 Sq Ft   $73.55/SqFt

6754 Blythefield      $200,000    3392 Sq Ft   $82.30/SqFt

6160 Belding Rd       $209,900   2524 Sq Ft   $83.16/SqFt

 

7690 N ArroyoVista  $369,900   4395 SqFt   $84.16/SqFt

7758 Pine Island Ct  $369,900    4395 Sq Ft   $84.16/SqFt

 

There are still bargains to be had in the Rockford area, there

 are 10 listings under $100K.   If you are thinking of

buying in Rockford, now is the time to be looking. Prices are

 climbing in other areas of the Grand Rapids market. Homes

that are in great condition and priced right are selling quickly.

  "Below tax appraisal" priced homes are disappearing from the

 market in some areas of Grand Rapids.

Don't overlook the $8000 tax credit for first time home buyers

or buyers who haven't owned a home for the last 3 years, it is

almost to the President's desk for a signature to extend to

June 2010.

 

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