Ada Michigan Neighborhood Real Estate Report – Clements Mill April 2010

Posted on May 14, 2010 by Terry & Bonnie

Ada Michigan Neighborhood Real Estate Report

Clements Mill April 2010

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 a short distance away.

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 housing

economy where all area homes have suffered a decline in value. This

subdivision continues to be a desired location for local residents.

Clements Mill Market Report Jan – April 2010

3 Sold, 0 Pending, 5 For Sale, 3 Expired

Clements Mill Active Listings: 5

Average Active Price: $279,520

Average Active Price/SqFt: $125.22

Average Active Days on Market: 51

Clements Mill Sold Listings: 3

Average Sold Price: $213,967

Average Sold Price/SqFt: $124.61

Average Days on Market: 125

Clements Mill Expired Listings:3

Absorption Rate for Clements Mill homes is averaging

4 months, which is a low rate for the Grand Rapids area.

Average list price is higher that average sold price,

which means that the current active homes are probably

larger than the sold homes, as price per square foot is similar.

Additional Forest Hills Articles:

Forest Hills Michigan Real Estate Reports 2010

Search for Forest Hills MI Homes

If you have questions about Ada Homes, Forest Hills

Homes or just need further information, please contact me

directly: terry@terrywestbrook.com or call 1-616-292-7263

photo by Bonnie Westbrook

Forest HIlls Michigan

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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!

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Ada Michigan celebrates Arts in Ada May 15 2010

Posted on May 14, 2010 by Terry & Bonnie

Ada Michigan celebrates Arts in Ada May 15 2010

Arts in Ada Festival ~ May 15th 9 am to 4 pm

Event will be held on Bronson Street from the Covered Bridge

to Ada Drive Directly in front of historic Ada Town Hall

Hosted by the Ada Arts Council

Music, Dance, and activities are planned all day

Artists will sell their creations, including stained glass, jewelry,

photography, paintings, and pottery.

Live entertainment will be provided
Food will be available

While you are in Ada, it would be a great time to check out the

boutiques and specialty shops here. Ada has unique stores with

unusual items and fantastic restaurants.

Photos by Bonnie Westbrook

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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!

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Ada MI Historical Society hosts Music on the Lawn Concert Series Summer 2010

Posted on May 14, 2010 by Terry & Bonnie

It seems there are free summer concerts everywhere this summer.

I have seen banners flying in small towns and villages all over Michigan.

What a great way to get out and enjoy the local parks, people

and scenery. Not to be outdone, Ada Michigan is joining the free

music array this summer.

Ada Historical Society is hosting its 10th Annual

Music on the Lawn Concert Series 2010

All concerts are free of charge, donations accepted.

7144 Headley St Ada Michigan 49301 616-676-9346

Tuesday Evenings 7:00 pm Summer 2010

June 8 – 13th Hour 60’s –70’s classic folk-pop tunes

June 15 – Koul Band Jazz and popular standards

June 22 The Otters Americana, folk and roots music

June 29 Tony Reynolds American classics

July 6 Tiki O’Riley – Celtic Music

July 13 Chris Vallillo Folk music performer

July 20 Voices of Freedom Patriotic Acapella

July 30 Friday, 6:30 The Nowhere Band Beatles Music

August 3 Red Taillights Americana and roots music

August 10 Adams Family Band Folk and minstrel music

August 17 Crossroads Country Band Country and gospel

August 24 Apple Country Dulcimers Acoustic string music

August 31 Java Jive Favorites in a swinging style

Photo of Ada Historical Society Barns by Bonnie Westbrook

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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!

Westbrook Realty Grand Rapids MI Real Estate

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East Grand Rapids Michigan – Movies in the Park Returns Summer 2010

Posted on May 13, 2010 by Terry & Bonnie

East Grand Rapids Michigan – Movies in the Park Returns Summer 2010

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

and Recreation Dept in cooperation with the Kent District Library

and Macatawa Bank are showing 4 different FREE movies this summer

at John Collins Park on the shores of Reeds Lake. (weather permitting)

A large 30 foot inflatable screen will be the backdrop on Friday

evenings. These Free Family Friendly Events are back for the 4th year!

A hotdog or snack is available at The Mac Shack – which are

donating the proceeds to the Waterfront Park Project – Phase One.

The KDL Teen Group will be selling popcorn and candy to benefit teen

library programs.

The 2010 Movie Schedule is:

Friday July 16 Bedtime Stories starts at 9:20 pm

Friday July 3 – The Princess & The Frog – starts at 9:10 pm

Friday August 13 – Up starts at 8:50 pm

Friday August 27 – Imagine That starts at 8:30 pm

Summer Movie & Concert Hotline 940-4800 ext 300

So grab your blanket and/ or lawn chairs head out to the park early to

get your place.

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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!

Westbrook Realty Grand Rapids MI Real Estate

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Lowell M Riverboat Sizzlin’ Summer Concerts 2010

Posted on May 10, 2010 by Terry & Bonnie

Lowell MI Sizzlin’ Summer Concerts 2010

Lowell is a pretty little city on the Flat River just east of Ada &

Grand Rapids. In fact, it takes us about fifteen minutes to drive there,

which we do quite often.

Lowell ShowBoat Sizzlin’ Summer Concert Series 2010

Thursday night this summer, there is a FREE CONCERT from 7 to 9pm

at the Riverwalk in Lowell on the Showboat stage. The concerts are

wheelchair accessible, free parking, there is bleacher seating or bring

your own chair.

The Flat River Grill is offering food and a cash bar, as well as other

vendors along the Riverwalk plaza.

NOTE: Construction on the Flat River Bridge in the center of Lowell will

complicate parking and traffic as it only goes one way – east – at this point.

The detour takes you out to Grand River Drive and then back to M 42 on

the return trip west to Grand Rapids.

Summer Concert Line Up Thursday Nights June 17th – August 26th

June 17th – Bronk Brothers Band – ( Rockin’ Hillbilly)

June 24th – Kathy Lamar & the Bob Van Stee Trio ( Jazz, R & B, Blues)

July 1st – Boogie Woogie Babies – (a 1940’s Musical Revue)

July 8th – Madcap, Kane and Maxwell Street (Acoustic Blues- American Roots)

July 15th – Alive and Well ( Classic Rock/Pop)

July 23rd – River City Jazz Ensemble – ( Jazz)

July 30th – Lynn Thompson Band (eclectic)

Aug 6 th – Eyde Evans Hyde & MacNaughton Trio (Jazz, Blues. Pop)

Aug 13th- No Show at Riverwalk – 4-H Fair – Performing at the Fair

The Black Canyon Bluegrass Band ; Patchwork Bluegrass Band

Aug 20th – Dewsouth – (Rockin’ Country)

Aug 26th – Argentucky Blues Band – ( Blues)

As you can see by this photo, there is an awesome shade tree to sit

under, over by the river or in the bleachers. A great line up of local talent for

your summer enjoyment. Come on out and enjoy an evening in Lowell, Michigan.

Lowell Area Arts Council and Lowell Area Chamber of Commerce are

joint sponsors. More information on their web sites.

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

please contact me directly: toll free at 1-888-240-1968 ext 0

or terry@terrywestbrook.com

Photos of Lowell Showboat Concerts by Bonnie Westbrook

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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!

Westbrook Realty Grand Rapids MI Real Estate

Contact Terry 616-292-7263

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Grand Rapids Michigan Neighborhood Real Estate Market Report – Watermark Residences April 2010

Posted on May 1, 2010 by Terry & Bonnie

Grand Rapids Michigan Neighborhood Real Estate Market Report – Watermark Residences April 2010

The Residences at Watermark are located on Watermark Golf Course

south of Cascade Road. Watermark is a premier course with friendly players,

plus with a golf course membership, you get to play 3 courses for the price

of one. Watermark Country Club, Sunnybrook Country Club in Jenison

and StoneWater Country Club in Caledonia are all owned & managed by

the same company.

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,

I-96 expressway and close to Cascade, Ada, Forest Hills, and Grand Rapids.

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Watermark Residences

Jan-April 2010 Real Estate Market Report

For Sale 7, Pending 0, Sold 0

Watermark Homes for Sale – 7

Watermark Homes Average active price is $ 861,814

Watermark Homes Average price/sq ft is $268.98

Average days on the market for active Watermark Homes is 91

The high price is $ 2,700,000 and the low price is $ 399,900.

Sold: 0

There have been 0 Watermark Sold Homes since Jan 1, 2010.

Pending: 0

Expired: 0

It is very difficult to predict sales activity with no sales in this area

for the past 7 months. Higher priced homes are seeing long marketing

times due to buyer reluctance to purchase if prices are coming down

further.

Additional articles about the Watermark Residences:

Forest Hills Michigan Real Estate 2010

Watermark Country Club

Watermark Country Club ~ Pool Time

The Grille Restaurant at Watermark CC

If you would like further information about Watermark Residences

Cascade or Forest Hills Homes, please contact me directly:

1-888-240-1968 ext 0
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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!

Westbrook Realty Grand Rapids MI Real Estate

Contact Terry 616-292-7263

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