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Forest Hills Michigan Top Best Buy Homes July 2011

Forest Hills Michigan Top Best Buy Forest Hills Homes

(Ada-Cascade) to buy, based on price per square foot.

Price per square foot is a great leveler, if two homes are

priced similarly they should be very comparable in amenities.

These homes might need major repair work done, such

as new kitchens and baths, roofs, new plumbing, electrical &

other major mechanicals.  They may have dated decor,  an

odd floor plan, or additions/add-ons that are not what most

people are looking for.

This list could include properties in Ada Township, Cascade

Township, Grand Rapids Township, Lowell Township, and the

city of Kentwood.

Please note: This list can change daily as some homes sell,

prices are adjusted and other homes come on the market.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

The Top Forest Hills Homes to Buy by Price per Square Foot:

2676 Deli Ct. NE                   $86,000    1092 Sq Ft    $78.75/SqFt

111 Greenbrier Dr SE          $88,400    1610 Sq Ft   $54.91/SqFt

2512 Appleton Ave NE        $92,500    1224 Sq Ft   $75.57/SqFt

9035 Bailey Dr NE                $98,500    1272 Sq Ft   $77.44/SqFt

4191 Bradford St                 $129,900   1816 Sq Ft   $71.53/SqFt

 

1043 Farnsworth                $139,900    1680 Sq Ft   $83.27/SqFt

6367 3 Mile Rd                    $ 139,900   1704 Sq Ft    $82.10/SqFt

1607 Thornapple Dr           $149,900    1806 Sq Ft    $83.00/SqFt

6384 Cascade Rd                $159,900    2300 Sq Ft    $69.52/SqFt

3451 Cascade Rd               $160,000     2500 Sq Ft   $64.00/SqFt

 

2150 Forest Hill Ave          $169,500     2144 Sq Ft   $79.06/SqFt

6905 Adaridge Dr SE       $169,900    1896 SqFt    $89.61/SqFt

8824 Grand River Dr           $169,900     2330 Sq Ft   $73.92/SqFt

6588 Tanglewood               $170,000     1977 Sq Ft   $85.99/SqFt

4116 Burton St SE               $170,000     2682 Sq Ft   $63.39/SqFt

 

6181 Witherbee Dr SE        $174,900    2022 Sq Ft   $86.50/SqFt

2457 B Leffingwell             $179,900   2070 Sq Ft     $86.91/SqFt

7244 Thorncrest                 $179,900   2077 Sq Ft    $86.62/SqFt

 

1537 Laraway Lake           $185,000   2166 SQ Ft     $85.41/SqFt

2324 Beatrice Dr NE          $225,000   2690 Sq Ft    $83.64/SqFt

 

 

 

5900 Hall St SE                 $239,900   2880 Sq Ft    $83.30/SqFt

8275 Bailey Dr SE            $249,900   3192 Sq Ft    $78.29/SqFt

955 Honeycreek Ave      $289,900    3828 Sq Ft   $81.99/SqFt

 

 

 

 

 

 

Summer buying season is on and heating up in Forest Hills,

64 sold homes and 85 pending sales in the last month.

Average sold price  = $ 285,802

 

Pricing seems to have stabilized in Forest Hills School District.

If you are willing to do repairs and update a home, there are still some

good buys at historically low interest rates, though rates and mortgage

requirements are rising.  The homes in the most up-to-date condition

sell the fastest, as most buyers do not want to do repairs or updates.

WARNING: Some of these homes may be bank owned foreclosures,

short sales and not habitable as is or available for a mortgage

in present condition.

 

 

 

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Forest Hills Michigan Neighborhood Real Estate Report – East West Village Jan – June 2011

Quick Snapshot of East West Village Residences Real Estate Activity

Jan 1 through June 30, 2011

Active Listings – 7

Pending Sales – 3

Sold Properties – 4

Average Sold Price – $415, 975

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Forest Hills Michigan Top Best Buy Homes June 2011

Forest Hills Michigan Top Best Buy Forest Hills Homes

(Ada-Cascade) to buy, based on price per square foot.

Price per square foot is a great leveler, if two homes are

priced similarly they should be very comparable in amenities.

These homes might need major repair work done, such

as new kitchens and baths, roofs, new plumbing, electrical &

other major mechanicals.  They may have dated decor,  an

odd floor plan, or additions/add-ons that are not what most

people are looking for.

This list could include properties in Ada Township, Cascade

Township, Grand Rapids Township, Lowell Township, and the

city of Kentwood.

Please note: This list can change daily as some homes sell,

prices are adjusted and other homes come on the market.

The Top Forest Hills Homes to Buy by Price per Square Foot:

1767 Thornapple River Dr    $64,000  1092 Sq Ft   $64.29/SqFt

4485 Whitneyville                $75,000   1312 Sq Ft   $57.16/SqFt

2676 Deli Ct. NE                   $86,000    1092 Sq Ft    $78.75/SqFt

111 Greenbrier Dr SE          $93,000    1610 Sq Ft   $57.76/SqFt

1739 Leffingwell                  $96,000   1753 Sq Ft   $54.76/SqFt

9035 Bailey Dr NE             $98,500       1272 Sq Ft   $77.44/SqFt

2565 Kraft Ave SE             $104,995     1176 Sq Ft   $89.28/SqFt

1127 Eastmont                 $119,000       1436 Sq Ft   $82.87/SqFt

1938 Garret NE                 $124,900       1416 Sq Ft   $88.21/SqFt

1043 Farnsworth             $147,900       1680 Sq Ft   $88.04/SqFt

6367 3 Mile Rd NE            $149,900      1704 Sq Ft   $87.97/SqFt

1607 Thornapple River    $149,900     1806 Sq Ft    $83.00/SqFt

3451 Cascade Rd             $160,000     2500 Sq Ft   $64.00/SqFt

2150 Forest Hills Ave     $169,500    2144 Sq Ft   $79.06/SqFt

6905 Adaridge Dr SE       $169,900    1896 SqFt    $89.61/SqFt

4116 Burton St SE            $170,000    2682 Sq Ft   $63.39/SqFt

4571 Orchard Creek        $174,000    2240 Sq Ft   $77.68/SqFt

6181 Witherbee Dr SE     $174,900    2022 Sq Ft   $86.50/SqFt

2457 Leffingwell Dr NE    $179,900    2070 Sq Ft    $86.91/SqFt

8824 Grand River Dr SE   $184,900    2330 Sq Ft    $79.36/SqFt

7535 Woodvale St SE      $189,900    2242 Sq Ft    $84.70/SqFt

614 Prestwick Ave       $195,000     4700 Sq Ft   $41.49/SqFt

522 Edgeworth Dr        $199,900    2280 Sq Ft    $87.68/SqFt

2324 Beatrice Dr NE     $225,000   2690 Sq Ft    $83.64/SqFt

8275 Bailey Dr SE          $249,900   3192 Sq Ft    $78.29/SqFt

955 Honeycreek Ave    $289,900    3828 Sq Ft   $81.99/SqFt

Spring buying season is off and going well in Forest Hills,

55 sold homes and 54 pending sales in the last month.

Average sold price  = $ 315, 638

 

Pricing seems to have stabilized in Forest Hills School District.

If you are willing to do repairs and update a home, there are still some

good buys at historically low interest rates, though rates and mortgage

requirements are rising.  The homes in the most up-to-date condition

sell the fastest, as most buyers do not want to do repairs or updates.

WARNING: Some of these homes may be bank owned foreclosures,

short sales and not habitable as is or available for a mortgage

in present condition.

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If you would like to see a Forest Hills Home, please contact

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

terry@terrywestbrook.com

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Forest Hills Michigan Top Best Buy Homes May 2011

Forest Hills Michigan Top Best Buy Forest Hills Homes

(Ada-Cascade) to buy, based on price per square foot.

Price per square foot is a great leveler, if two homes are

priced similarly they should be very comparable in amenities.

These homes might need major repair work done, such

as new kitchens and baths, roofs, new plumbing, electrical &

other major mechanicals.  They may have dated decor,  an

odd floor plan, or additions/add-ons that are not what most

people are looking for.

This list could include properties in Ada Township, Cascade

Township, Grand Rapids Township, Lowell Township, and the

city of Kentwood.

Please note: This list can change daily as some homes sell,

prices are adjusted and other homes come on the market.

The Top Forest Hills Homes to Buy by Price per Square Foot:

3593 Goodwood           $64,000          1216 Sq Ft   $52.63/SqFt

4485 Whitneyville       $75,000          1312 Sq Ft   $57.13/SqFt

2212 Elmer Dr               $84,900          960 Sq Ft     $88.44/SqFt

2676 Deli Ct. NE            $86,000        1092 Sq Ft    $78.75/SqFt

2114 Elmer Dr NE         $89,900         1418 Sq Ft   $63.40/SqFt

1739 Leffingwell           $96,000         1753 Sq Ft   $54.76/SqFt

3435 Dean Lake           $105,000       1311 Sq Ft   $80.09/SqFt

7359 Cascade Rd         $ 109,900      1280 Sq Ft   $85.86/SqFt

2456 San Marie Dr        $109,900       1748 Sq Ft   $62.87/SqFt

1127 Eastmont            $119,000       1436 Sq Ft   $82.87/SqFt

2056 Burton Knoll Ct   $138,900       1944 Sq Ft   $71.45/SqFt

3044 Jeanlin Dr            $144,900       1628 Sq Ft    $89.00/SqFt

1043 Farnsworth         $147,900       1680 Sq Ft   $88.04/SqFt

4191 Bradford              $150,000      1816 Sq Ft   $82.60/SqFt

434 Adaway Dr             $159,900      2000 Sq Ft   $79.95/SqFt

3451 Cascade Rd         $160,000     2500 Sq Ft   $64.00/SqFt

7213 Bronson St          $160,000      1792 Sq Ft   $89.29/SqFt

4116 Burton St             $170,000      2682 Sq Ft   $63.39/SqFt

2150 Forest Hills Ave   $176,900    2144 Sq Ft   $82.51/SqFt

614 Prestwick Ave       $195,000     4700 Sq Ft   $41.49/SqFt

780 Greenbriar             $199,900     3400 Sq Ft   $58.79/SqFt

522 Edgeworth Dr        $199,900    2708 Sq Ft    $87.68/SqFt

2324 Beatrice Dr NE     $225,000   2690 Sq Ft    $83.64/SqFt

7382 Treeline Dr SE       $239,900   3800 Sq Ft    $63.13/SqFt

4324 Heather Ln            $239,900   2704 Sq Ft    $88.72/SqFt

8275 Bailey Dr SE          $249,900   3192 Sq Ft    $78.29/SqFt

955 Honeycreek Ave    $289,900    3828 Sq Ft   $75.73/SqFt

Spring buying season is here in Forest Hills, 40 sold homes

and 96 pending sales last month.

 

Pricing seems to have stabilized in Forest Hills School District.

If you are willing to do repairs and update a home, there are still some

good buys at historically low interest rates, though rates and mortgage

requirements are rising.  The homes in the most up-to-date condition

sell the fastest, as most buyers do not want to do repairs or updates.

 

WARNING: Some of these homes may be bank owned foreclosures,

short sales and not habitable as is or available for a mortgage

in present condition.

Search For Forest Hills Homes

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If you would like to see a Forest Hills Home, please contact

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

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Forest Hills Michigan Neighborhood Real Estate Report – Clements Mill May 2011

Quick Snapshot of Clements Mill Real Estate Activity

Jan 1 through May 19, 2011

 

5 Active Listings

1. $ 219,900  725 Abbey Mill Ct
2. $ 279,900  600 Hartfield Dr
3. $ 295,000  555 N Whitman
4. $ 344,900  5443 Longwood Ct
5. $ 360,000  5587  Clemwood Ct

 

5 Pending Properties

5495 Highbury Dr

569 Hartfield Dr

5474 Highbury Dr

665 Highbury Ct

385 Haskins Ct

 

3 Sold Properties

5743 Highbury Dr   $ 200,000

582 N Whitman      $ 270,000

5530 Clemwood      $ 305,000

 

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Foto Friday – Trees + House = Tree House

 

I admit I love trees and I love houses ( not a big surprise that I'm in real estate).

What could be more enticing than a darling tree house that looks like something Hansel

and Gretel would have stumbled upon in the big, dark forest? 

 

I have been fascinated with this tree house in the our area for some time. 

It can only be seen when the leaves are off the trees.  I wanted a photo of it and

managed to remember that fact when we were out driving in the area the other day.

I love how it is built around the trees and incorporates them into the house itself.

 

If you are looking for a house in the woods, give us a call.

There are many homes available near Grand Rapids that are in a

heavily wooded area, with a little more square footage.  8-)

 

Syndicated from Grand Rapids Real Estate Blog

 

Forest Hills Plat Homes Grand Rapids MI Real Estate Market Report Jan-Mar 2011

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. 

Forest Hills Subdivision is in Grand Rapids Township, prestigious Forest

Hills School district and close to the I96 Expressway for fast access to

many parts of the city.  Just minutes away from the Forest Hills shopping,

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 Plat Residential Homes

                       Jan-March 2011 Market Report

5  For Sale 

2 Pending

0  Sold

 Average  listed price – $210,920

Average listed home price/ sq ft – $ 84.25

Average sold listed home days on the market = 103

 

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

School, and close to Fulton Street and the I96 expressway. 

If you have questions about Forest Hills homes, please contact me

directly.

 

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photo of Collins Elementary School by Bonnie Westbrook

Forest Hills Schools Top Ten in Michigan MEAP Scores 2011

Forest Hills students have posted outstanding MEAP scores

for  the 2010-2011 year.  The Forest Hills students placed at

the top of the Kent County District and the State of Michigan

charts. 

 

Mathematics

• Gr 3 – 99%
• Gr 5 – 96%
• Gr 8 – 97%

Reading

• Gr 3 – 96%
• Gr 5 – 97%
• Gr 8 – 96%

Writing

• Gr 4 – 72%
• Gr 7 – 75%

Science

• Gr 5 – 96%
• Gr 8 – 96%

 Social Studies

• Gr 6 – 95%
• Gr 9 – 92%

 

You can view all Forest Hills Public Schools test scores here

As state and federal governments have raised expectations

for student performance, Forest Hills students have recorded

higher levels of achievement. 

 

Forest Hills 8th Grade students placed in Top Ten scores in 2011

MEAP test results for reading and science.  Of the other Top Ten

ranking schools, Grand Rapids City High/Middle School placed First

in Reading, and Fifth in Science.

 

The school staff, parents and students should be be proud of the

effort and accomplishment for this year’s test scores.

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Forest Hills Michigan Neighborhood Real Estate Market Reports - Oct 2010

Forest Hills Michigan is a community defined by its school system.  The Forest Hills

Schools are award winning schools on the east side of Greater Grand Rapids.  Many

parents buy homes here  to give their children a great education.  There are 3 high schools,

2 Middle schools, and many local elementary schools in the district.

 

 

 

We report Real Estate stats on many of the most popular neighborhoods in Forest Hills.

If you check our web site, there is a history of neighborhood Real  Estate Market Reports.

 

The October 2010 Neighborhood Real Estate Reports: 

Watermark Residences

Clements Mill Homes

 

 

Forest Hills Michigan Top Best Buy Homes Sept 2010

Forest Hills Michigan Top Best Buy Forest Hills Homes

(Ada-Cascade) to buy, based on price per square foot

for September 2010.  The homes listed below might need updating

with new carpeting, paint, and kitchen–bath redos at a

minimum to bring them to current market standards.

 

These homes might need major repair work done, such

as new roofs, new plumbing, electrical & other major

mechanicals.

The total square footage is noted here, although only the

main floors are used to figure price per square foot, not the

basement, even if finished.

Please note: This list can change daily as some homes sell,

prices are adjusted and other homes come on the market.

Top Best Buy Homes – Forest Hills Michigan  September 2010 

23 properties

The lowest price/Sq Ft for homes range from $32.73 to $82.40

Lowest list price is $60,000

Highest list price is $438,000

September 2010 homes  Forest Hills School District:

This list could include properties in Ada Township, Cascade

Township, Grand Rapids Township, Lowell Township, and the

city of Kentwood.

The Top Forest Hills Homes to Buy by Price per Square Foot:

6100 Cascade Rd Dr       $ 60,000      1389 Sq Ft     $43.20/SqFt

3741 Burton St SE          $ 69,900      984 SqFt      $71.04/SqFt

1417 Grand River Dr NE   $ 75,000     1248 Sq Ft     $60.10/SqFt

2201 Shady Dr.             $ 80,000       2444 Sq Ft    $32.73/SqFt

2565 3 Mile Rd NE          $119,900     1496 Sq Ft     $80.15/SqFt

 

2328 Dean Lake Ave     $129,900     2757 Sq Ft   $47.12/SqFt

133 Robinhood Dr         $145,000     1800 Sq Ft   $80.56/SqFt  

2056 Burton Knoll Ct     $149,900     1944 Sq Ft    $70.11/SqFt

733 Crahen Ave NE       $154,900    2124 SqFt    $72.93/SqFt

3351 Nottingham          $154,900    1928 Sq Ft   $80.24/SqFt

 

3044 Jeanlin  Dr            $154,900    1945 Sq Ft   $79.64/SqFt

7569 Woodvale St        $159,900     2330 Sq Ft   $68.63/SqFt

7269 Thorncrest  Dr      $164,800    2000 Sq Ft    $82.40/SqFt

201 Shore Haven Dr      $179,900    2375 SqFt    $75.75/Sq Ft

6346 Duxbury  Dr          $188,000    2340 Sq Ft    $80.34/SqFt

 

111 Deer Run NE          $188,500    2304 Sq Ft    $81.81/SqFt

5015 Ada Dr SE           $189,900     2700 Sq Ft    $70.33/SqFt

205 Shore Haven Dr      $189,900     2672 SQ Ft   $71.07/SqFt

614 Prestwick Ave        $209,000    2700 Sq Ft     $77.41/SqFt

7482 Pirates Cove Ct     $229,900    2893 Sq Ft    $79.47/SqFt

 

7382 Treeline Dr SE       $ 259,900   3800 Sq Ft    $68.39/SqFt

4229 Haralson Ct SE       $265,900   4664 Sq Ft     $57.01/SqFt

2561 Cascade Springs     $438,000   5437 Sq Ft     $80.56/SqFt

****Homes shown in red have had recent price reductions.****

 

Pricing seems to have stabilized in Forest Hills. If you are willing

to do repairs and update a home, there are still some good buys at

historically low interest rates.

 

WARNING: Some of these homes may be bank owned foreclosures,

short sales and not habitable as is or available for a mortgage

in present condition.

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