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Ada Michigan Neighborhood Real Estate Market Report - Adatowne Jan- June 2011

Ada Michigan Neighborhood Real Estate Report – Adatowne Jan – June 2011

Quick Snapshot of Adatowne Real Estate Activity

Jan 1 through June 30, 2011

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Active Listings – 5

Pending Sales – 0

Sold Properties – 1

Average List Price – $ 140,850

 

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Forest Hills Michigan Neighborhood Real Estate Market Report - Adacroft Commons May l 2011

Forest Hills Michigan Neighborhood Real Estate Report – Adacroft Commons May 2011

Quick Snapshot of AdaCroft Commons Real Estate Activity

Jan 1 through May 19, 2011

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4 Active Listings

  1. $ 174,900  434 Adaway
  2. $ 179,900  404 Adaway
  3. $ 182,900  6181 Witherbee
  4. $ 299,900  522 Edgeworth Dr

 

2 Pending Properties

6344 Dunbarton

6046 Adaway Ct

 

2 Sold Properties

6029 Buttonwood Ct  $129,900

6104 Winthrop Ct      $145,000

 

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Ada Parks October 2010 Programs – Spooky & Batty

 

Ada Parks October 2010 Programs – Spooky & Batty

 

Bats of the World 

Thursday Oct. 21  6:30 – 7:30 pm

Ada Township Park Learning Center  Ada MI

$4 Adult   $3 Child

A special presentation by the Organization for Bat Conservation

with live bats and an exciting multimedia presentation about bats from

around the world. Learn about the benefits of these fascinating creatures,

 their unique adaptations, sound waves, ecosystems, food webs,

conservation and world geography. Live bats to be shown including

a local  brown bat and large fruit bat – known as the “ Flying Fox”

with a 4 foot wingspan.

Reservations required – space is limited.  Ada Parks & Recreation Dept.

616-676-0520 or email mfitzpatrick@adatownshipmi.com

 

Baby Bat, Vlermuis by Peet

http://www.flickr.com/photos/peetvs/2457201198/ 

 

Creatures of the Night Hike

Saturday October 23   Start times from 6:30 pm – 8:00 pm

Ada Township Park - $3 per person

Sign up your family or a group for a start time between 6:30 and 8:00 pm,

one departs every 15 minutes. Arrive at the Shelter at Ada Park to be

guided through the trails where you will “ encounter” a series of spooky

( and some not so spooky” creatures who will tell you in a fun way about

their lives in the wild.  Snacks and a craft included after the hikes. 

 Pre-registering with the Park office for a designated start time

recommended. Ages 4 through adult suggested.  Costumes optional.

 

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Ada Township Michigan Parks Planning Sessions

 

Ada Township Michigan Parks Planning Sessions

Ada Township has scheduled open public planning sessions

 to get input on their future Recreation Plan for Ada Township Parks.

The strategic plan is updated every five years.  This plan will be a

guide for master park plans, land acquisition goals, recreations

programs and use.

 

Fishing pond at Ada Park Ada MI

 

If you have any suggestions, observations, or ideas, please attend one

of the public sessions:

 

Thursday September 23, 2010 7:00 – 8:30 pm

At the Ada Learning Center in Ada Township Park

1180 Butterick Ave. Ada MI

 

Saturday October 2, 2010  11:00 am  and 1:00 pm

At Roselle Park during River Festival

1010 Grand River Dr. Ada MI

A copy of the current 2007 Recreation Plan is available at

www.adatownshipmi.com

Comments may also be sent by direct mail to: P.O. Box 370,

 7330 Thornapple River Dr., Ada, MI 49301,

or emailed to:mfitzpatrick@adatownshipmi.com

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Ada Michigan Neighborhood Real Estate Market Report - Adacroft Commons April 2010

 

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

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

2000. The new 80 unit condo site – Villas of Ada and Stone Falls of Ada

– a 210 unit apartment complex, currently under construction here.

Both of these new developments are quite close to Adacroft Commons.

                   Adacroft Commons Real Estate

                   Jan-April  2010 Market Report

                  2 Sold, 2 For Sale, 3 Expired, 0 Pending

Adacroft Commons Entrance Ada MI 49301

Adacroft Commons Active Listings: 2

Adacroft Commons Active Price – $172,450

Adacroft Commons Active Price/SqFt – $113.17

Adacroft Commons Active Days on Market -155

Adacroft Commons SOLD Listings: 2

Adacroft Commons average sold price – $ 150,750

Adacroft Commons average sold price/SqFt – $87.61

Adacroft Commons average sold days on market –117

 

 

Market Synopsis: Adacroft Commons Homes are selling for under

$100/SqFt.  The neighborhood Absorption Rate is 3 Months, sales

activity has slowed considerably and prices are lower than last year.

The key is “Home Condition”.  If you still have the 1970’s and 80’s

kitchen, baths, and decor, you aren’t going to get top dollar for

your Adacroft home.  If your home is priced appropriately,

you have the best chance of selling in this buyer’s market.

Forest Hills Michigan Real Estate Market Reports  2010

If you have detailed questions or just need general information

about Grand Rapids or Ada Homes, please contact me directly.

terry@terrywestbrook.com

or call 1-888-240-1968 ext 0

Adacroft Commons Entrance Photo by Bonnie Westbrook

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Ada Michigan Park & Arboretum Celebrates Earth Day Sat 4-24-2010

 

Ada Park in Ada Michigan is going all out for Earth Day/ Arbor Day

this year with a Festival.  The celebration will start at  10 AM and

continue until 2 PM at Ada Park & Arboretum on Saturday,

April 24th, 2010.  Ada Park is located at 1180 Buttrick Ave. 

 

 Festival admission is free, although donations are accepted.

The Festival will celebrate Earth Day and Arbor Day with exhibits

on trees, landscaping, native plants, invasive plants and insects. 

 

Ada park entrance sign

 

 Activities for all ages include:

  • Games
  • Crafts
  • Fishing in the pond

 

Activities are also free, except for one craft and ‘tree themed ‘ snacks.

Each group will receive a free white pine sapling as long as supplies last.

The white pine is Michigan’s state tree. 

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Ada Michigan ~ Ada Park Spring 2010 Programs

 

Spring is here and Ada Parks Programs are underway.  Take a look

at what fun programs the Ada Parks are offering this spring.

Pre-register by calling 616-676-0520

or email: mfitzpatrick@adatownshipmi.com

 

Ada Park Entrance Sign Ada MI 49301

 

 

”Senior Specials at Ada Park”

Pre-register at the park office 676-0584 before the day of the event

$2/per event payable on site the day of the event.

 

Bird Break – Thursday April 15th  9-10 AM

Ada Park Les Craig Learning Center

A morning gathering in the learning center for coffee and donuts,

followed by a guided leisure walk ( 25 minutes) to look for and

 listen to local birds.

 

Nature Walk – Thursday May 6th – 9-10 AM

Ada Park Shelter and Trails

A guided walk ( 40 minutes) along the paved paths through the

 Arboretum and Nature Area in search of spring wildflowers

and other natural beauties. Refreshments at the end in the

shelter.

 

Lunch with Punch  Wednesday, June 9  12-1 PM

Ada Park Les Craig Learning Center

A time to gather with friends for a nice meal and fellowship

 in a pleasant setting. Lunch provided by the Ada Park staff

and volunteers. Optional walk in the park after lunch.

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FREE SPECIAL EVENT

Earth Day/Arbor Day Festival  Saturday April 24th 10 AM –2 PM

Come celebrate Earth day and Arbor Day together in this special

 event in Ada Parks’ Locke Arboretum. There will be activities

 for all ages including workshops, guided walks, displays, exhibits,

handouts, make & take crafts, plus games & fishing for kids.

One free tree sapling to each family as supplies last.

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Youth Discovery Days  Age 3-5  10 AM – 12 noon

Ada Park Learning Center    $4/youth

Especially for Pre-Schoolers along with a parent or guardian to have

a fun, educational adventure out in Ada Park,  Each session with

an indoor hands-on activity, nature craft and a guided discover

experience outdoors.

Cool Critters – Wednesday April 21

Does it have fur, scales or feathers? Does it run, swim or fly?

Look for the many different critters that live just outside

our back door.

 

Beautiful Bugs  Wednesday May 12

What beautiful bugs live in our neighborhood? Go on an insect

hunt and pretend to be a firefly looking for some friends.

 

Jump, Frog, Jump!  Wednesday June 2

Frogs are singing, croaking, and jumping everywhere. Look and

 listen for frogs around the pond, try to hop like a frog, and

make a fun “frog” craft to take home.

 

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Kids Bike & Safety Rodeo  Ada Park ( Free- Donations accepted)

Saturday June 12 10 AM – 1:30 PM  4-12 yr olds

Kent Country Sheriff Department will host fun activities and food

 for all who attend with bike inspections, helmet inspections, bus

safety, fire safety plus a bike obstacle course form 10- 12 AM

At noon awards, raffles, and a free cookout lunch followed by

the ‘Bike Parade” at 1:00pm  Bring your own bike and helmet.

Donations up to $ 5.00 per child will go towards the Community

Policing Unit. Make checks payable to: K.C.T. S Action Fund.

Call 616-632-6220 for more information or the Ada Parks Office.

 

Free Evening Fishing  Ada Park  Thursday June 17 from 6-8 PM

Open fishing for youth with their families at the Ada Park pond.

Poles, bait, assistance and snacks provided. Pre-registration

 requested by calling the park office 676-0584

 

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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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Westbrook Realty Grand Rapids MI Real Estate

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Ada, Michigan Neighborhood Real Estate Market Report - Adacroft Commons - Jan-Dec 2009

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

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

2000. The new 80 unit condo site - Villas of Ada and Stone Falls of Ada

 - a 210 unit apartment complex, currently under construction here.

Both of these new developments are quite close to Adacroft Commons.

                   Adacroft Commons Real Estate

                   Jan-Dec  2009 Market Report

                  2 Sold, 4 For Sale, 1 Expired, 1 Pending

Adacroft Commons Entrance Ada MI 49301

Adacroft Commons Active Listings: 4

Adacroft Commons Active Price - $174,200 183,233

Adacroft Commons Active Price/SqFt - $120.46

Adacroft Commons Active Days on Market -61

Adacroft Commons SOLD Listings: 2

Adacroft Commons average sold price - $ 187,00

Adacroft Commons average sold price/SqFt - $95.99

Adacroft Commons average sold days on market -13

Adacroft Commons Pending Listings: 1

Adacroft Commons Expired Listings: 1

There are 4 current homes for sale in Adacroft Commons neighborhood

listed on the local MLS board.  This is a desirable area to live, with its

close proximity to Forest Hills Schools & Ada Christian School. 

 Market Synopsis: Adacroft Commons Homes are selling for under $100/SqFt. 

This neighborhood Absorption Rate is 16 Months, sales activity has slowed

considerably.  Homes that are in great condition and priced appropriately

have the best chance of selling in this buyer's market.

Forest Hills Michigan Real Estate Market Reports  2009

If you have detailed questions or just need general information

about Grand Rapids or Ada Homes, please contact me directly.

terry@terrywestbrook.com

or call 1-888-240-1968 ext 0

Grand Rapids MI Real Estate - Westbrook Realty

Copyright 2009 All rights reserved

Adacroft Commons Entrance Photo by Bonnie Westbrook

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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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Ada Michigan Neighborhood Real Estate Market Report - Adatowne - Jan-Dec 2009

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

Ada Drive Ada Michigan

 Adatowne Residential Neighborhood in Ada, Michigan

   Jan- December 2009 Real Estate Market Report

          7  Sold, 0 Pending, 2 For Sale, 3 Expired

 Adatowne Active Listings: 2

Adatowne Average Active price - $132,450

Adatowne Active average price/SqFt - $87.71

Adatowne Active average days on market - 111

Adatowne Pending: 0

Adatowne Sold Listings: 7

 Adatowne Average Sold Price - $ 134,400

 Adatowne Average sold price/SqFt - $90.01

Adatowne Average Sold days on market -100

 

MARKET SYNOPSIS:  Absorption Rate for Adatowne is 3.44 months,

which means it would take 3.44 months for the active listings to sell,

if no other homes entered the market, according to current sales

statistics.    Price per square foot has went up for both sold

and active listings this year, though average sold price went down

by $30K.  The market here was all over for price, topping at $133/SqFt

 to a bargain $55 a sq ft.  The larger  homes brought the best price

 per sq ft for sellers.  Condition continues to be the difference

between getting the best price and selling at rock bottom.

 

Ada Michigan Real Estate Reports  2009

If you would like more information about Ada or Grand Rapids

 Homes, please feel free to contact me directly.

Grand Rapids Ada MI Real Estate - Westbrook Realty

Copyright 2009 All rights reserved

Photo of Ada MI  by Bonnie Westbrook

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

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Ada Michigan Real Estate Neighborhood Market Report Catamount Jan-Dec 2009

          Catamount properties are in the rolling hills adjacent to the Grand River

in the northern section of Ada Township in a gated community with privacy

 and wooded acreage.  Executive style homes with lots of room for

entertaining and all the custom extras  that make a home luxurious

are the norm here.  If you  are searching for a prestigious address,

this could be what you are looking for, as it is one of the most affluent

neighborhoods in the Grand Rapids area.  

Grand River Ada Michigan

                      Catamount Market Report Jan-Dec 2009

                          4 For Sale,  5 Sold, 8 Expired

Catamount Active Listings: 4

Catamount average active price - $712,425

Catamount average active price /SqFt - $ 200.72

Catamount average days on market - 75

Catamount SOLD Listings: 5

Catamount average sold price - $ 592,350

Catamount average sold price/SqFt - $ 207.54

Catamount average sold days on market - 142

Catamount Pending Listings: 0

The Absorption Rate for Catamount Homes is 10 months, which means

 if no new listings come on the market it will take10 months for the

existing homes to sell at the current rate of sales.  The average sold price 

dropped in 2008 and into 2009.  The average list price is $100K higher

than current selling price.  5 homes sold in the last 12 months, with 4

 homes for sale in this neighborhood.  Prices have eroded from 3-4 years

ago as is typical all over the area.

Foreclosure and short sale homes have likely affected the average price. 

 Homes on the upper end of the market are slow to sell in the current

economy, as the 5 sold and 8 expired homes for this Ada neighborhood

shows.

 

Additional Ada & Forest Hills Articles:

Ada Michigan Real Estate 2009

Forest Hills Michigan Real Estate 2009

 

 

If you would like further information about the value of an Ada or

Grand Rapids Home, please contact me directly at:

1-888-240-1988 ext 0 or email: terry@terrywestbrook.com

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