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East Grand Rapids Michigan Top Best Buy Homes - June 2010

 

East Grand Rapids Michigan Top Best Buy Homes – June 2010

We have a list of the top East Grand Rapids Houses to buy

based on price per square foot for June 2010.  Price per square foot

 is a great leveler and a good way to compare properties.

 

If two similar homes are listed at similar prices, their price per square

foot should be similar.  It should reflect the interior finish of the home.

For example, if it has crystal chandeliers, marble tile, a new kitchen,

this would be more per square foot than a home that still has the

1970’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.

Gaslight Village Sign East GR MI

The total square footage is noted here, although only the main floors

are used to figure price per square foot.

June 2010 – 25 TOP BEST BUY East Grand Rapids Homes

Lowest price/Sq Ft range from $69.15 to $109.93

Highest List Price -  $ 405,000

Lowest List Price -  $ 89,900

The Top East GR Homes to Buy by Price per Square Foot:

2714 Cascade Rd SE   $ 89,900    1900 SqFt     $69.15/SqFt

252 Hodenpyl Rd       $129,900    1489 Sq Ft    $87.24/SqFt

2530 Cascade Rd SE   $139,000    2200 SqFt    $86.88/SqFt

630 Rosewood Ave     $149,500   1862 Sq Ft   $80.29/SqFt

1647 Franklin St          $149,900    1392 Sq Ft   $107.07/SqFt

 

706 Rosewood Ave    $159,900     1676 Sq Ft   $95.41/SqFt

1707 Hall St SE           $160,000   2229 Sq Ft    $91.27/SqFt

1442 Eastlawn Rd       $160,000    2368 Sq Ft   $88.01/SqFt

 324 Gladstone Dr SE   $165,000    1538 Sq Ft   $107.28/SqFt

2205 Heather St SE     $169,900    2584 Sq Ft   $65.75/SqFt

 

2840 Cascade Rd        $174,900     2272 Sq Ft   $97.60/SqFt

2053 Englewood Dr    $178,000    1954 Sq Ft    $106.84/SqFt

2206 Stratford Ct SE   $189,000    2918 Sq Ft   $86.38/SqFt

9 Morningside Dr       $199,500    2400 Sq Ft    $99.75/SqFt

1401 Pinecrest Ave   $218,000    2350 Sq Ft   $103.02/SqFt

 

1746 Danby Ln SE     $230,000    3479 Sq Ft    $105.31/SqFt

564 Laurel Ave SE     $237,500    2212 Sq Ft   $107.37/SqFt

1536 Eastlawn Rd     $239,900    2500 Sq Ft    $103.76/SqFt

245 Briarwood Ave   $255,000    2383 Sq Ft    $107.01/SqFt

1773 Oxford Dr SE     $260,000     3000 Sq Ft   $108.24/SqFt

 

3030 Fulton St E        $263,000    3460 Sq Ft   $106.05/SqFt

77 Lakeview Dr SE     $269,000    2501 SqFt    $107.56/SqFt

1524 Lake Grove        $269,900    3908 SqFt    $107.06/SqFt

1740 Vesta Ln SE       $279,000    3216 SqFt    $108.94/SqFt

2702 Robinson Rd      $405,000    4000 Sq Ft   $109.93/SqFt

 

 

 

East Grand Rapids homes are selling.  If you have been waiting for the

 right time to buy, don’t wait much longer.  We are seeing definite signs

 of competition for homes in East Grand Rapids and  Forest Hills school

 districts.

 Homes in good condition and priced appropriately are selling. There

are more homes available this month in East Grand Rapids but demand

has driven home prices higher. 

 

*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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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 :

terry@terrywestbrook.com

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East Grand Rapids Michigan July 4th 2010 Celebration

East Grand Rapids July 4th 2010 Celebration

Sunday  July 4th:

Parade 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm Starts at Woodcliff Admin.Bldg,

travels along  Lake Dr, Lakeside and Wealthy, ending at Croswell

Concessions open -  Noon to Late Evening

Activities open at John Collins Park 12:30 – 5 pm

Soft Play, Bungee Run, Dragon Hide n Slide, Clown & Airbrush tattos

1:00 – 1:30 pm  - Performance by Firecracker Cheer Camp

Water Ski Show 1:30-2:30 pm  by Grand City Show Skiers

3:00 – 4:00 pm  - Performance by Zumba

5:00 – 6:30 pm  - Performance by The Ardvark Stew

8:30 – Dusk    Grand Rapids Federation of Musicians

Fireworks – Dusk over Reeds Lake ( approx 10:15 pm)

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East Grand Rapids 4th of July Information

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

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East Grand Rapids MI Reeds Lake Arts Festival June 19th 2010

 

From 9 AM to 5 PM, East Grand Rapids Michigan will transform its

Lakeside Park into a feast for the art lover.  The annual Reeds Lake

Clothesline Art Festival will be held at John Collins Park in East

Grand Rapids, Saturday, June 19th, 2010. 

 

This juried art fair, put on by and for Grand Valley Artists is a

local favorite because of the picturesque lakeside venue and the

wonderful selection of jewelry, photography, glass, pottery,

 painting, watercolors, sculpture  and more. 

 This year the festival is celebrating their 45th anniversary.

 

john collins park at reeds lake east grand rapids mi

 

There is public parking in the ramp near the Regatta Plaza,

which is a short walk from the site and in the middle of the

Wealthy Street merchants and restaurants in Gaslight Village.

 

                        Held rain or shine.

 

Over 140 artists from all over the country. Some will be old favorites,

others will be new to  West Michigan.  If art tickles your interests, or

you have a blank spot looking for that special piece….come out on

Saturday, June 29th, 2010 to East Grand Rapids Clothesline Art Fair.

 

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

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East Grand Rapids Michigan ~ Free Movies in the Park 2009

Movies in the Park are back this summer!  East Grand Rapids Parks

and Recreation Dept in cooperation with the Kent District Library

 are showing 4 different FREE movies this summer at John Collins Park

 on the shores of Reeds Lake. (weather permitting)

 

John Collins Park East Grand Rapids MI

 

A large 30 foot inflatable screen will come to life at dusk on Friday

evenings.  A hotdog dinner with chips and ice cream is available

through Macatawa Bank, who are donating the proceeds to the

Reed Lake Trail Project.  The KDL Teen Group will be selling

popcorn and candy to benefit teen library programs.

 

The 2009 Movie Line Up is:

 

Friday July 17  Hairspray  starts at 9:05 pm

 

Friday July 31 - Nim's Island  starts at 8:50 pm

 

Friday August 14  Hotel for Dogs  starts at 8:30 pm

 

Friday August 28  Happy Feet   starts at 8:10 pm

 

So grab your blanket and head out to the park early to get your

place. 

 

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

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Summer Concerts 2009 ~ East Grand Rapids Michigan ~ John Collins Park

East Grand Rapids Michigan has a beautiful park at 650 Lakeside Drive SE

where United Bank is hosting the 2009 Summer Concert Series.

Bring a blanket and relax lake side to hear this local entertainment.

John Collins Park East Grand Rapids MI 

 

Tuesday June 9th  - Hall Street 6 - 7:00-8:00 pm

Hall Street 6 is an electric group of musical professionals who have been

performing locally for over 10 years. They enjoy playing Jazz, Swing, & Dixie

music together.

 

Tuesday June 23rd - Karisa Wilson Band - 7:00-8:00 pm

This 4 piece band is comprised of local and regional professional

musicians who combine Folk Rock with Blues and Latin  for a great

all around listening experience.

 

Tuesday July 7th - Steve Hilger Band - 7:00-8:00 pm

A 7 piece Blues band which plays original blues, traditional,  acoustic,

electric, and some original pieces.

 

Tuesday July 21st - Silent Bark - 7:00-8:00 pm

This band covers all the bases. They have a variety of musical styles to

lean on in: Rock, Funk, Alt-Country, Folk, & Groove. The band plans an

evening of original compositions and unexpected musical twists.

 

Tuesday August 4th - The Barndogs - 7:00-8:00 pm

A local EGR band that started in 2001. They play songs that have been the

background to their lives.  They have been inspired by U2, Van Morrison,

The Allman Brothers, and Johnny Rivers.  You may hear music from these

 artists as well as some original songs.

 

Tuesday August 18th - Mid-Life Crisis - 7:00-8:00 pm

Back by popular demand, this popular 8 piece band has a full horn section and features 6 different singers. Performing music from the 60' & 70's, they have opened for many national hit bands.

 

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John Collins park photo by Bonnie Westbrook

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

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East Grand Rapids Michigan ~ Best Home Buys ~ April 2009

We have gathered a list of the top East Grand Rapids Houses to buy

based on price per square foot. Please note that this list can change daily

as some homes sell, prices are adjusted and other homes come on the

market. Check back often or just subscribe to our blog to get up-to-date

local real estate information that you want to know.

East Grand Rapids homes for sale

The total square footage is noted here, although only the main floors are

used to figure price per square foot.

April 2009 BEST BUY East Grand Rapids Homes

Lowest price/Sq Ft range from $63.55 to $95.02

Highest List Price -  $389,900

Lowest List Price -  $ 139,900

The Top East GR Homes to Buy by Price per Square Foot:

 

2218 Lake Dr.              $139,900    1900 Sq Ft  $87.88/SqFt

944 Breton Rd SE        $144,900    1646 Sq Ft  $88.03/SqFt

2946 Cascade Road    $144,900    2280 Sq Ft   $63.55/SqFt

1635 Breton Rd SE      $149,900    2300 Sq Ft   $78.89/SqFt

2610 Richards Dr         $ 153,000   1716 Sq Ft   $89.16/SqFt

 

2326 Brighton Dr         $159,000    2100 Sq Ft    $83.68/SqFt

1638 Wealthy St SE      $169,900   2400 Sq Ft    $80.90/SqFt

2101 Lake Dr SE          $179,900   1976 Sq Ft    $91.04/SqFt

2150 Anderson Dr SE   $209,900   3322 Sq Ft    $75.61/SqFt

1080 Idema Dr SE        $239,900   4746 Sq Ft    $71.36/SqFt

 

1341 Cornell Dr SE       $269,900   3820 Sq Ft    $77.78/SqFt

2470 Lake Dr SE          $279,950   3143 Sq Ft    $89.07/SqFt

3047 Cascade Rd        $159,900    1726 Sq Ft   $92.64/SqFt

244 Morningside Dr     $184,900    1946 Sq Ft   $95.02/SqFt

2131 Robinson Road   $389,900    4300 Sq Ft   $90.67/SqFt

 

Note: The bargains appear to be getting more expensive and there

are fewer of them each month here in East Grand Rapids. No homes

under $100K are listed this month.  If you have been waiting for the

right time to buy, don't wait much longer.  We are starting

to see signs of the dropping home prices seriously slowing in certain

desirable areas, like East Grand Rapids and Forest Hills.

 

 

*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 view an East Grand Rapids Best Buy Home,

 please contact us @1-888-240-1968 x 0 or email us :

terry@terrywestbrook.com

 

Grand Rapids Ada MI Real Estate ~ Westbrook Realty

Copyright 2009 All rights reserved

_____________________________________________________________________________________________________

 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!

search for Grand Rapids homes                Find Grand Rapids Home Value                Grand Rapids Relocation Guide

            Westbrook Realty Grand Rapids MI Real Estate

                          Contact Terry   616-292-7263

 

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