Grand Rapids Michigan Real Estate Blog

We all love a success story.  This one is about a local Kentwood

 graduate, Matthew Harmon, who was Michigan's Mr Golf 2002-3,

went on to play golf for Michigan State University

and is now on the Nationwide and NGA Hooters Golf Tours trying

to make  it to the PGA Tour.  He got a big break this week. 

  Let us tell you his story:

He was 4 under par playing his final qualifying round for the Buick

Open when his caddy (and brother-in-law) Nick, stepped into a

bunker to pick up a rake he was planning on using after Matt hit his shot

and then raked his tracks.  Matt was in the other end of

 the bunker and didn't see what Nick did until it was

too late.  He thought it was a 2 stroke penalty.  He consulted the

officials. They didn't know for sure either, but to be on the safe side,

assessed  the 2 stroke penalty, which put Matt at 2 under and

1 stroke over qualifying for the final  Buick Open.

Oh, well, another day of golf, and on to Houston, Texas  to play in

another tournament.  He was at the Minneapolis airport one an airplane when he

got the call from the officials at the Buick Open.  They had received

a cancellation and because of the penalty Matt assessed himself

(which is still in contention), they offered him a spot in the Open. 

Now all he had to do was get back to Grand Blanc and get his

clubs and equipment there - which were on their way to Houston

 by this time.  He got a ticket back to Grand Rapids and drove to

Grand Blanc, and his clubs and gear arrived in time, somehow. 

He is performing like a champion at this tournament.  He was 4 under

yesterday and had the daily record for the longest drives.  He is 2 under 

 today, tied for 18th place.  This will be his very first PGA tournament

 to place in the money.  Our local TV channel had an interview that aired

 on the 11:00 pm newscast last night.  We are watching closely, this

could be his big break into the PGA events. 

A few pictures I took yesterday of Matt and that other guy,  Tiger Woods

playing at Warwick Hills, The final Buick Open.

Link to Mlive video

Did I mention I used to play with Matt and his Dad when he first started

to play golf?  He must have been 10-11 years old.  He could hit the ball

a long way even back then.  I never dreamed he would one day play on

the PGA Tour and I would be in the crowd cheering him on!

Westbrook Realty Grand Rapids Real Estate

Copyright 2009 All rights reserved

Photos by Terry Westbrook

We have gathered a list of the Top 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.*

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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 $25.25 to $55.93 in

Kentwood this month. 

 Homes on the list this month are still bargain

 prices.   Kentwood & Wyoming have been hit hard by the

automotive shutdowns and subsequent job losses.

 June  2009  BEST BUYS in  Kentwood Homes

The lowest list price is $34,900 

the highest list price is $103,900

Top Kentwood Homes to Buy by Price per Square Foot:

6654 Andale SW       $ 60,000     1548 Sq Ft   $48.08/SqFt

2261 76th St SE        $ 49,900      1620 Sq Ft   $30.80/SqFt

6410 College Ave SE $ 90,000    1760 Sq Ft    $51.14/SqFt

1509 Kendall St         $59,900     1500 Sq Ft    $55.93/SqFt

3685 Giddings Ave     $69,900    1470 Sq Ft   $47.55/SqFt

1681 52nd St SE        $ 34,900    1382 Sq Ft   $25.25/SqFt

35  Maplelawn St SE  $ 39,900     792 Sq Ft    $50.38/SqFt

311 Nora St SE           $44,000     960 Sq Ft     $45.83/SqFt

2705 Ridgemoor Dr    $ 60,000    1505 Sq Ft   $39.87/SqFt

68 Nancy St SE           $74,900     1368 Sq Ft   $54.75/SqFt

1612 Sunny Creek      $82,500     2367 Sq Ft   $56.51/SqFt

3394 32nd St SE        $85,000     1696 Sq Ft   $50.12/SqFt

5034 Marwood Ct       $89,000     1968 Sq Ft   $45.12/SqFt

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

439 Pine Place St        $99,850    1750 Sq Ft   $57.06/SqFt

1049 Springwood Dr  $99,900    2200 Sq Ft   $45.41/SqFt

5818 Pinetree Ave     $103,900   2200 Sq Ft   $47.23/SqFt

5713 Haughey Ave     $ 35,900   768  Sq Ft     $46.74/SqFt

5733 Averill Ave SW  $49,900     1096 Sq Ft   $45.53/SqFt

5772 Crippen Ave      $56,900     1200 SqFt    $47.42/SqFt

5810 Averill Ave         $64,000    1306 Sq Ft   $49.00/SqFt

5706 Averill Ave         $69,400    1350 Sq Ft   $51.41/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

Grand Rapids Ada Real Estate ~ Westbrook Realty

Copyright 2009 All rights reserved

All information is subject to verification & no liability for

omission or error is assumed.

Horrock's Market is like a visit to spring time, especially now, in Kentwood MI.

Take a moment and let's look at what they have to offer: Fresh Flowers, Fresh

Vegetables & Fruits, Meats & Dairy, Deli, Garden & Homes Supplies,  Pet Supplies,

Gifts & Accessories, Floral for Weddings, and a Book & Candy Corner. In the spring

& summer they have outdoor  plants and trees for your garden and yard. Worth a

visit any time of year, but especially in the dead of winter.

Horrock's Market is located at 4455 Breton Road at the intersection of 44th St and

Breton in Kentwood, Michigan.   The glass green house soars into the sky and it is

easy to spot just south of 44th Street. 

The array of fresh flowers, fresh fruits and vegetables is impressive. They always have weekly

specials on some items of their produce. It is hard to resist bringing it all home, it looks so

delicious. Here are a few photos  that tell the story better than I could.

These exotic vegetables are always intriquing - we tried the Blue Peruvian Potatoes

on the far right - the taste was good but odd to see purply-blue potatoes on your plate. 

We skipped the edo malanga on the left, not knowing what it is and how to use it.

Maybe next time we are at Horrocks in Kentwood, after we do a little veggie research.

photos by Bonnie Westbrook  

 I have received no remuneration or compensation for my advertising and testimonial of Horrock's Market on my blog.

Are you looking for an updated home where the seller has done all the work and you can sit on the deck and daydream?

This 3 bedroom, 2 bath home might be just the ticket to putting your feet up and enjoying your leisure time in Kentwood.  It has cathedral ceilings, new carpeting, fresh paint, updated bathrooms, and a deck with an open backyard for sports, gardening, or just watching the grass grow.

 Withdrawn from the market.

 Grand Rapids Real Estate is My Real Job ~ Terry Westbrook, Realtor(R)

Contact me @ 1-888-240-1968 x 0          email: terry@terrywestbrook.com

Website url: http://www.terrywestbrook.com/

Contemporary living at its Best! This well maintained home looks almost identical to a new house!  Tastefully decorated and with many extras....you really should come to see this home if you are looking at Kentwood for your future home location.

 4603 Country Hill Dr Se  Kentwood Michigan

It is located in the heart of a subdivision so there are other families to connect with and over-the-fence friendships to make.  Prestigious Kentwood Public Schools are where your children could attend school.

This ready to move into home has 3 bedrooms and 2 baths for the basics. The living room has cathedral ceilings for a spacious, airy feel and woodburning fireplace to cut the chill on those nippy evenings. 

The main bath has a skylight in the cathedral ceiling for added drama and light. The family room is spacious and has daylight windows to the back yard.  The extra finished family room in the lower level gives you ample space for family activities.

The master bedroom has a double french door entry and a  large walk in closet with organizers. The sunny kitchen and dining area have views of the back yard and a sliding door for access to the patio.   1558 sq ft

Grand Rapids Real Estate is my Real Job  ~ Terry Westbrook        MLS # G604662      Offered at $ 154,900             

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                                                    KENTWOOD MICHIGAN MARKET REPORT

 A GREAT TIME TO BUY IN Kentwood, MI          

• In the chart below, sales activity has remained constant and cost per square foot has dipped slightly for the last few years in Kentwood homes. 
• Even with this good news, the downside is inventory.
• Currently we have 454 homes for sale. 
• We have enough inventory to last one year if no one else decides to list their home and put it on the market. 

 For the consumer, this means: Buyers are in the driver's seat. Hardly a news flash, but if you have been considering a move to Kentwood and thought you couldn't afford it, think again. Even if you can't get as much out of your home as you would like to, the good news is that a move to Kentwood will cost you less than it would have 3 years ago.

Historically, we know this current trend will not last.  Home prices will rise and hopefully, you won't have missed your opportunity to live in this wonderful community at a competitive price.  No one knows when this market will hit bottom and start the climb up. 

Ideally, you want to catch it going down, NOT UP!   Don't Wait!   Now is the time!

Sales activity for Kentwood 2004 to 2007 Year to Date

 If you are considering a move to Kentwood, Michigan, I would be happy to answer any questions about the area or set up an appointment to show you Kentwood homes. Contact Me

Grand Rapids Real Estate is my Real Job

                                  Photo Of Kentwood Jaycee Park by Terry Westbrook

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