Grand Rapids Michigan Real Estate Blog

Hidden Hills is an established neighborhood of homes off Cascade Road

and 30th Street in Cascade Township, Michigan, a suburb of Grand Rapids. 

 Home construction started here in the 1960's housing boom in the Forest

 Hills School District and has continued through to today. There are new

homes still being built in this neighborhood.

Mid-size homes with quality construction are the rule, this suburban sub-

division area has been a desirable  place to live in the Grand Rapids home

market for many years. 

 

 

                          Hidden Hills, Cascade Township

                     Residential Real Estate Market Report 

                             ~      November 2008     ~    

                          10 For Sale, 12 SOLD, 5 Expired

Hidden Hills Active Listings

Hidden Hills Average Active Price: $ 270,030

Hidden Hills Average Active Price Per Sq Ft: $ 113.96

Hiiden Hills Active Average Days on Market: 109

 

Hidden Hills Sold Homes

Hidden Hills Average SOLD Price: $ 269,242

Hidden Hills Average SOLD Price Per Sq Ft: $ 116.90

Hidden Hills Average SOLD Days on the Market: 94

 

Hidden Hills Expired Homes

Hidden Hills Average Expired Price: $ 298,940

Hidden Hills Average Expired Price Per Sq Ft: $126.29

Hidden Hills Average Expired Days on the Market: 126

 

At the current rate of sales, we have a 10 month supply of homes

in the Hidden Hills market.

 

MARKET SYNOPSIS: Hidden Hills home prices still seem to be slipping

downwards in price, not appreciably, but they still have a downward trend.

Time on the market has increased and will probably continue to do so for the

winter months.  No new homes have come on the market and many of the

over priced homes in Hidden Hills have decided to not sell in this market.

 

Forest Hills School District Average Sold Home Prices last 5 years: 

2008 - $ 279,709

2007 - $ 269,445

2006 - $ 300,691

2005 - $ 282,173

2004 - $ 268,072

 

Hidden Hills Market Report July 2008

Hidden Hills Market Report June 2008

Hidden Hills Market Report Oct 2008

 

If you would like further information about Cascade Homes or

Forest Hills homes, please contact me directly. 

 

Grand Rapids - Ada Real Estate - - Westbrook Realty Copyright 2008  All rights reserved

photo of Fall Crab Apple Tree by Bonnie Westbrook

 

 

Greentree Estates is a small subdivision in Ada Township south of

Conservation Avenue and just east of Honeycreek Avenue. The homes

located here are large, executive style homes, usually with acreage sites. 

Most of the houses were built in the 1970's to 1980's.  These homes are

prized for their privacy setting in a heavily wooded, natural area, (you can't

always see your neighbor's house) and the presitigious Forest Hills Public

School System.  This area of Ada Township has rolling hills, covered with

native hardwoods, and is very picturesque. Seidman Park is just across the

street with it's nature trails and cross country ski trails.

 

   

 

                                  Greentree Farms

               Residential Real Estate Report   June 2008

                         6 For Sale, 2 SOLD, 3 Expired

Greentree Farms Active Listings: 6

Greentree Farms average active list price - $ 454,467

Greentree Farms average active list cost /sq ft - $ 158.52

Greentree Farms average active days on the market - 94

 

Greentree Farms SOLD Listings: 2

Greentree Farms average SOLD price:$ 427,500

Greentree Farms average SOLD cost/sq ft - $ 123.60

Greentree Farms average days on the market - 72

 

Greentree Farms Expired Listings: 3

Greentree Farms average expired price - $461,333

Greentree Farms average cost/sq ft - $ 163.88

Greentree Farms average days on the market - 208

 

At the current rate of sales, we have a 33 month supply of homes

in Greentree Farms.

 

 MARKET SYNOPSIS: The middle upper end market has been hit hard

in our area. Many people in this market are downsizing and can't find

buyers for their homes. Pricing is KEY to the sale of your home.  This

report really typifies what happens. Sellers are told the market conditions.

but their home is special. Someone will come along, fall in love with it  and

pay their asking price, or pretty close to it. As you can see, not much activity

here all summer. Selling prices have come down but not enough for buyers. 

The selling price was $ 123 a sq ft for the summer market, the winter market

is usually less robust and fewer buyers can command lower prices. If you are

waiting for a sellers market to come back, it might be 2 years before this

current trend turns around, or maybe not....??

 

 

 

Greentree Farms Market Report June 2008

Greentree Farms Market Report Oct 2008

 

If you would like further information about Ada Township Homes,

 please me directly. 

 

Grand Rapids Ada Real Estate - Westbrook Realty

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Ada Covered Bridge photo by Bonnie Westbrook

 

Caravelle Village is an established subdivision built in the late 1960's

 and 1970's just south of Burton Street, east of Kraft Avenue and west

of Cascade Road in Cascade Township.  These Grand Rapids Homes

have the traditional mix of two stories, tri-levels and ranches.  A desirable

place to live with median priced homes, Forest Hills Schools, and close to

28th shopping and restaurants. Originally built by a variety of builders, the

 homes here are quality construction in a safe neighborhood and close to

the historic village of Cascade and 28th Street shopping.

 

 

 

           Caravelle Village Residential Real Estate

                       October 2008 Market Report

                   4 For Sale, 7 SOLD, 3 Expired

Caravelle Village Active Listings:

Caravelle Village Average Active Price - $ 188,675

Caravelle Village Average Active Price/Sq Ft - $ 131.17

Caravelle Village Average Days on the Market - 131

 

Caravelle Village SOLD Listings:

Caravelle Village Average Sold Price - $ 183,071

Caravelle Village Average Sold price/SqFt - $ 128.21

Caravelle Village Average Sold Days on the Market - 62

 

Caravelle Village Expired Listings: 3

Caravelle Village Average Expired Price - $194,867

Caravelle Village Average Expired Price/SqFt - $128.00

Caravelle Village Average Expired Days on the market - 115

 

At the current rate of sales, we have a 6 month supply of homes in

Caravelle Village, if no new homes come on the market.

 

MARKET SYNOPSIS: Not much new activity for Caravelle Village this month.

The average listed price is coming down, but the average expired price has

risen. ( Note:Most sellers don't realize the CRUCIAL difference the correct listed

price makes in selling your home. If you are priced over the market, your

home will have a reduced chance of selling at your asking price. Your home

will not be considered a viable commodity until the price is at the average

selling price per square foot for your area.  That is the market place today.)

This is a popular area for home buyers, but your home must be in top notch

condition and priced to sell in todays market.

 

 

234 Cascade Township homes have sold in 2008 

The 2008 average Cascade Township home price is $306,712

 

Caravelle Village Market Report June 2008

Caravelle Village Market Report July 2008

Caravelle Village Market Report August 2008

Forest Hills Schools Market Report Sept 2008

Caravelle Village Market Report Oct 2008

 

Grand Rapids -Ada Real Estate - Westbrook Realty 

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photo of Cascade Town Hall Gardens by Bonnie Westbrook

 

 

Adatowne is a popular entry level home market in the Ada area of

the Greater Grand Rapids metropolitan area.

Part of the appeal is the proximity of Ada Elementary, Forest Hills

Central Middle and High Schools, Ada Christian Schools, St Roberts

School and being close to the village of Ada. Adatowne is an

established subdivision, started in the early 1970's by E.L. Ladd

Builders of Ada. I have held many open houses in these new plats

 and sold many of the homes as new construction - to be built.

If you doubt the power of your home as an investment, a basic

ranch (about 1000 sq ft) sold  for $ 19,900 in 1975.

 

 Adatowne Residential Neighborhood in Ada, Michigan

        November 2008 Real Estate Market Report   

                    8  Sold, 1 Pending, 5 For Sale

 

 

 

 Adatowne Active Listings: 5

Adatowne Average Active price - $149,120

Adatowne Active average price/SqFt - $113.36

Adatowne Active average days on market - 67

 

Adatowne Sold Listings: 8

 Adatowne Average Sold Price - $ 136,975

 Adatowne Average sold price/SqFt - $ 116.68

Adatowne Average Sold days on market - 96

 

  

171 homes have sold in Ada Township in 2008,

Average price is $304,411.  

 

MARKET SYNOPSIS: Not much has changed in Adatowne since last month.

We have one more home on the market,which has reduced the average price. 

With the new trend of consumers downsizing, the real estate market should remain

strong and viable for Adatowne homes, as long as they are in great condition

and priced at $116 a sq ft.

 

If you would like more information about Ada or Grand Rapids Homes,

please feel free to contact me directly.

 

Adatowne Market Report June 2008

Adatowne Market Report July 2008

Adatowne Market Report Aug 2008

Adatowne Market Report Sept 2008

Adatowne Market Report Oct 2008

 

Grand Rapids Ada MI Real Estate - Westbrook Realty

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Photo of Ada MI fall foliage by Bonnie Westbrook

 

Ada Woods is an established development of homes in Ada, Michigan,

 just west of Ada and south of Fulton Street (M46).  Ada Woods started

 out as an E.L. Ladd development,  but towards the end of the project

many lots were sold to other builders and completed by individual owners.

  The dates of building range from 1980's to 2005.  Most of the homes 

have more square footage and more amenities than Adacroft Commons,

its  adjacent neighborhood.  As with Adacroft Commons, there is designated

common land in the development that remains heavily wooded and in a

natural state.   This development is in the Forest Hills School System and

 close to several private schools.    

           

                     Ada Woods Real Estate  Market Report

                                      November 2008

                    5 Sold, 1 Pending, 5 For Sale, 7 Expired

 

 

Ada Woods Active Listings: 5

Ada Woods Average Active Price - $ 333,920

Ada Woods Average Active Price/SqFt - $131.28

Ada Woods Average Days on Market - 131

 

Ada Woods SOLD Listings: 5

Ada Woods Average Sold Price -$ 340,480

Ada Woods Average Sold Price/SqFt - $124.15

Ada Woods Average Sold Days on Market - 110

 

Ada Woods Expired Listings: 7

Ada Woods Average Expired Price - $ 295,329

Ada Woods Average Expired Price/SqFt - $ 133.37 

Ada Woods Average Expired Days on Market - 155

 

The average home sale for 2008 in Ada Township is $ 304,411.

171 homes have sold so far in 2008. 

 

Ada Woods is a popular home market in the Ada area. Part of the appeal

is the proximity of Ada Elementary, Forest Hills 5/6 School, Ada Christian

Schools, St Roberts School and close to the village of Ada and Fulton Street.  

 

 

MARKET SYNOPSIS: As you can see by the numbers, average sold price has

 lowered, and the average asking price has risen. The expired number is up

 which tells me that some sellers have given up trying to get their asking price. 

If you don't have your Ada Woods home priced about $ 125.00 a sq ft, you

will be waiting for a stronger sellers market to sell your home.

 

Ada Woods Market Report June 2008

Ada Woods Market Report July 2008

Ada Woods Market Report August 2008

Ada Woods Market Report Sept 2008

Ada Woods Market Report Oct 2008

 

If you have any questions about Grand Rapids or Ada Homes,

please contact me directly.

 

Grand Rapids Ada MI Real Estate - Westbrook Realty

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Fall Color photo in Ada Mi photo by Bonnie Westbrook

Clements Mill is  a newer home development built by Eastbrook

Construction in the Ada MI area, started in 1999 and completed in

2003. Apart from newer homes, part of the appeal is the proximity

of  Forest Hills Central Middle and High Schools, Forest Hills

Woodlands 5/6 School, St Roberts & Ada Christian Schools, which

are within walking distance.

Clements Mill is midway between the Village of Ada and Forest Hills

shopping area at Cascade Road and Forest Hills. 

Ada's Clements Mill has seen steady to declining values in the short

time it has been built out.  This is largely due to the current over

abundance of houses for sale in a soft resale market. 

 

                Clements Mill  Residential Real Estate

                     Market Report November 2008

           21 Sold, 1 Pending, 5 For Sale, 8 Expired

      

 

 Clements Mill Active Listings November 2008: 5

Average Active Price: $250,700

Average Active Price/SqFt: $118.14

Average Active Days on Market: 120

 

Clements Mill Sold Listings November 2008: 21

Average Sold Price: $276,223

Average Sold Price/SqFt: $123.39

Average Days on Market: 108

Clements Mill Expired Listings: 8

Average Expired Price: $269,275

Average Expired Price/SqFt: $ 130.94

Average Expired Days on Market: 152

Absorption Rate for Clements Mill homes is averaging 2 sold homes

per month for 2008 to date. With 5 current lisings, there is a 2.5

month supply.

Clements Mill Market Report Sept 2008

Clements Mill Market Report July 2008

Clements Mill Market Report June 2008

 

The Ada area growth trends remain strong. Ada Township planner,

Jim Ferro states that the Ada population has grown by 20% since

 2000. There is a new proposed 80 condo units - Villas of Ada

and Stone Falls of Ada - a 210 unit apartment complex, currently

open & under construction here.  The Stone Falls of Ada apartment project

is adjacent to Clements Mill.  Both are scheduled for completion by

spring 2009.

If you have detailed questions about Ada Homes, Forest Hills Homes or

 just need further information, please contact me directly.

 

Grand Rapids Ada MI  Real Estate   Westbrook Realty

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Ada Drive Walking Trail Photo by Bonnie Westbrook

Forest Hills Gardens is located between Ada Drive and Hall Street just

west of Forest Hills Central High School in Ada Township.  This well

established residential development of about 200 homes was built in 

the 1960's and 1970's with a few of the homes bordering on Paradise Lake,

pictured below.

Many of the homes are still occupied by their original owners, though

 the neighborhood is starting to turn over with younger families being

attracted to the quiet neighborhood in an excellent location, close to

 local public and private schools. It is literally walking distance to

Forest Hills Central Middle and High Schools.  Ada Christian is a short

distance away on Ada Drive.  Ada, Forest Hills & 28th Street shopping

are just minutes away by car.

 

      Forest Hills Gardens Residential Real Estate

              October 2008 Market Report

                        4 Sold, 2 For Sale

 

  

Forest Hills Gardens Active Listings: 2 

Forest Hills Gardens Average Active Price- $ 164,900

Forest Hills Gardens Average Active Price/SqFt - $ 109.67

Forest Hills Gardens Average Active days on market - 87

Forest Hills Gardens Sold Listings: 4

Forest Hills Gardens Average Sold Price - $ 162,475

Forest Hills Gardens Average Sold Price /SqFt - $ 96.47

Forest Hills Gardens Average Sold days on market - 20

 

Forest Hills Gardens Market Report Sept 2008

Forest Hills Gardens Market Report July 2008

Forest Hills Gardens Market Report June 2008

 

The Ada area growth trends remain strong. Ada Township planner,

Jim Ferro states that the Ada population has grown by 20% since 2000.

There is a new proposed 80 condo units - Villas of Ada going in next

door and Stone Falls of Ada - a 210 unit apartment complex, currently

under  construction a short distance away on Spaulding Ave.

Both of these new developments are quite close to Adacroft Commons

and Forest Hills Gardens. 

 

If you have questions about Grand Rapids or Forest Hills homes,

please contact me directly.

 

Grand Rapids Ada Real Estate ~  Westbrook Realty

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Paradise Lake photo by Bonnie Westbrook

 

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.  This report also includes The Vineyards,

which is a newer subdivision just north of Forest Hills Plat.

It is in Grand Rapids Township, prestigious Forest Hills Schools, and

 close to the I96 Expressway for fast access to many parts of the city.

 Just minutes away from the Forest Hills shopping area, 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 Residential Homes

                             October 2008 Market Report

                             12 Sold, 2 For Sale, 4 Expired

 

Forest Hills Plat Active Listings: 2

Forest Hills Plat Average Active price - $216,000

Forest Hills Plat Average Price/SqFt - $ 116.00

Forest Hills Plat Average days on market - 91

 

Forest Hills Plat Sold Listings:12

Forest Hills Plat Average Active price - $235,931

Forest Hills Plat Average Price/SqFt - $ 121.69

Forest Hills Plat Average days on market - 74

 

Forest Hills Plat Expired Listings: 4

Forest Hills Plat Average Active price - $ 265,100

Forest Hills Plat Average Price/SqFt - $ 158.35

Forest Hills Plat Average days on market - 125

 

Forest Hills Plat Market Report Sept 2008

Forest Hills Plat Market Report August 2008

Forest Hills Plat Market Report July 2008

Forest Hills Plat Market Report  June 2008

 

The Forest Hills/Ada area growth trends remain strong. Ada

Township planner, Jim Ferro states that the Ada population has

 grown by 20% since 2000. There is a new proposed 80 condo

unit project Villas of Ada.   Stone Falls of Ada - a 210 unit

apartment complex, currently is also under construction here.

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

Schools, St Roberts School and close to Fulton Street and the I96

Expressway.  

 

If you have questions about Grand Rapids or Forest Hills homes,

please contact me directly. 

  

Grand Rapids Ada MI Real Estate ~ Westbrook Realty

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photo of Forest Hills Dr walking trail by Bonnie Westbrook

 

Centennial Park Meadows Condominiums are located just off 28th Street

and Thornapple River Dr. in Cascade, Michigan. The Condos wrap around

the  Centennial Golf Course and community.

This private par 70 golf course has plenty of challenges for golfers at

 every level.  This community also has a clubhouse and restaurant for

members.

 We have relocated several clients into this community and they find it a

 wonderful place to live. Just minutes from 28th Street & Cascade shopping,

 dining and amusements, you are centrally located but tucked away from

the bustle of the area for quiet, serene living and easy access to golf.

 

 

 

                          Centennial Park Meadows Condos 

                             Real Estate Market Report

                                         October 2008      

          17 For Sale,  2 Pending,  2 SOLD, 6 Expired

 

Centennial Condos Active Listings: 17

Centennial Condos Active Average Price - $255,341

Centennial Condos Active average $/SqFt - $ 134.88

Centennial Condos Active average days on market - 100

 

Centennial Condos Sold Listings: 2

Centennial Condos Sold average price - $ 124,800

Centennial Condos Sold average $/SqFt - $ 99.94

Centennial Condos Sold average days on market - 35

 

Centennial Condos Expired Listings: 6

Centennial Condos Expired average price - $ 258,800

Centennial Condos Expired average $/SqFt - $ 155.36

Centennial Condos Expired average days on market - 123

 

Centennial Park Condos Market Report Sept 2008

Centennial Park Condos Market Report August 2008

Centennial Park Condos Market Report July 2008

Centennial Park Condos Market Report June 2008 

 

If you would like information about Grand Rapids - Cascade MI Condos

 or Grand Rapids - Cascade MI Homes, please contact me directly. 

 

Grand Rapids - Ada Real Estate - Westbrook Realty

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photo of Golf Equipment by Bonnie Westbrook

The Residences at Watermark are located on Watermark Golf

Course  just south of Cascade Road.   If you don't like golf, 

 get defensive when a stray golf ball rolls into your "yard" you

 probably would be better off not buying a home or condo

 at Watermark. Of course you would be missing out on the

best golf course in Grand Rapids (no prejudice  here, just 

the facts, folks)

Yes, I play Watermark golf course every chance I get. Watermark

 is a premier course with a friendly group of players.  We have an

excellent grounds staff and a great pro shop staff.

Watermark single family homes and condos make this a very attractive

place to live. Quality built homes with access off Cascade Road and

Spaulding Drive, you are close to the airport, 28th Street shopping,

I96 expressway and close to Cascade, Ada, and Forest Hills

schools and shopping areas.

                                        Watermark Residences

                         October  2008 Real Estate Market Report

For Sale:

There are 8 active Watermark Homes  currently on the market.

The average Watermark Homes current active price is $ 774,313.

The average Watermark Homes current price per sq ft is $ 226.06.

The average days on the market for active Watermark Homes is 73.

Sold:

There have been 5 Watermark Sold Homes this year.

The average Watermark Sold Homes price is $ 515,000. 

The average Watermark Sold Homes price per sq ft is $200.16.

The average days on the market for Watermark Sold Homes is 68.

 

If you would like further information about Watermark,

Cascade or Forest Hills Homes, please contact me directly. 

 

Watermark Residences September 2008 Market Report

Watermark Residences August 2008 Market Report

Watemark Residences July 2008 Market Report

Watermark Residences June 2008 Market Report

Watermark Country Club ~ Pool Time

 

Grand Rapids - Ada Real Estate  - Westbrook Realty

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photo of Watermark Residences Entrance by Bonnie Westbrook