Forest Hills MI Neighborhood Real Estate Report West Village July – Sept 2016

Posted on October 4, 2016 by Terry & Bonnie

Forest Hills MI Neighborhood Real Estate Report West Village July – September 2016

By Terry & Bonnie Westbrook

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Snapshot of West Village Real Estate Activity

July 1 through Sept. 30, 2016

Active Listings – 0

Pending Sales – 0

Sold Properties – 1

West Village has no active homes for sale,

and only one sold home this summer of 2016. The

average sale price is still in the $400K – $600K

range and hasn’t changed much for the last two years.

West Village has upper bracket home prices

in the Forest Hills area. It remains a very popular

location, close to shopping, schools, and expressways.

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If you are interested in buying or selling a Forest Hills home,

call Terry for the latest neighborhood info.

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

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Forest Hills MI Neighborhood Real Estate Report Tamarron Estates July – Sept 2016

Posted on September 30, 2016 by Terry & Bonnie

Forest Hills MI Neighborhood Real Estate Report Tamarron Estates July – Sept 2016

By Bonnie and Terry Westbrook

Snapshot of Tamarron Estates Real Estate Activity

July 1 through September 30, 2016

Active Listings – 4 $334,900 to $450,000

Pending Sales – 3

Sold Properties – 3

Sold Prices – $1, 295,000 to $325,000

Tamarron Real Estate has had a busy summer

with 6 sales and four new listings. Three of the

four sold properties were under $400K for sold pricing.

Prices seem to be between and $300 and $400K,

depending on updates and amenities.

If you have a home to sell in Tamarron or would

like to purchase a Forest Hills home,

Terry can answer any questions you might have.

Call Terry @ 616-292-7263

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

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Forest Hills MI Real Estate Report Hidden Hills Neighborhood June – Sept. 2016

Posted on September 21, 2016 by Terry & Bonnie

Forest Hills MI Neighborhood Real Estate Report Hidden Hills Neighborhood June – Sept.21 2016

By Terry and Bonnie Westbrook

Snapshot of Hidden Hills Real Estate Activity

June 1 to Sept. 21, 2016

Active Listings – 2

Pending Sales – 1

Sold Properties – 3 from $270 – 450K

Average Sold Price – $ 360,000

The Hidden Hills real estate market has seen

an increase in sold prices from earlier this year,

when average prices rose about 20%, to $285,000.

This recent rise in sold price is heavily influenced

by a higher than average priced home sold at $450,000.

Most homes in this neighborhood range from

high $200K to mid $300K on average.

Outlook is good for Hidden Hills Homes in the near

future with a solid home sales price increase rising steadily

this year, so far.

If you are considering selling a Hidden Hills home,

please contact Terry for a market analysis or a list of

recent home sales. Call 616-292-7263

or email: terry@terrywestbrook.com

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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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Forest Hills Michigan Neighborhood Real Estate Market Report Cascade Springs March – July 2016

Posted on August 8, 2016 by Terry & Bonnie

Forest Hills Michigan Neighborhood Real Estate Market Report Cascade Springs March – July 2016

By Terry and Bonnie Westbrook Westbrook Realty

Snapshot of Cascade Springs Real Estate Activity

March 1, 2016 through July 31, 2016

Active Listings – 6 $199,000 to $699,000

Pending Sales – 7

Sold Properties – 7

Average Sold Price – $ 269, 192

Cascade Springs neighborhood real estate has been hot

this Spring and Summer. With 14 properties pending or sold, and

the average time on the market about 33 days. Only six current

active listings for buyers to choose, though there is a wide price margin.

Updates and condition significantly affect pricing.

Since the majority of the housing inventory is at

least 20 years old, no updates and improvements will

affect a home’s price substantially.

If you would like additional information about Forest Hills,

Cascade Springs neighborhood homes, contact Terry at

616-292-7263.

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

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Forest Hills MI Neighborhood Real Estate Report – Clements Mill May – July 2016

Posted on August 4, 2016 by Terry & Bonnie

Forest Hills MI Neighborhood Real Estate Report – Clements Mill May – July 2016

by Terry & Bonnie Westbrook Westbrook Realty

Quick Snapshot of Clements Mill Real Estate Activity

May through July 2016

Active Listings = 3

Pending Sold Properties = 4

Sold Properties = 7

Average Sold Price = $ 312,000

Average Sold Price /Sq. Ft = $ 167

Clements Mill homes continue to be a hot market area

in Forest Hills. The average sold price and the average

sold price per square foot have both dropped since the

first of the year. Two of the seven sold homes are condos, which

are in the $200,000 price range, rather than the $300,00 range

seen in Clements Mill larger homes.

Buyers are paying more for move-in ready condition,

so be aware if you are thinking of selling your home soon.

Updated kitchens and baths continue to be the hot buttons

that will make your home more appealing. We have a few

more months before winter’s chill cools down the real estate

market here in Michigan, enough time to relocate into the

home or neighborhood of your dreams.

If you would like more information about a Clement Mills

home listing, or would like to sell your Clements Mills home,

please contact Terry at 616-292-7263.

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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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Forest Hills MI Neighborhood Real Estate Report West Village Jan – June 2016

Posted on July 29, 2016 by Terry & Bonnie

Forest Hills MI Neighborhood Real Estate Report West Village Jan – June 2016

By Terry & Bonnie Westbrook

Snapshot of West Village Real Estate Activity

January 1 through June 30, 2016

Active Listings – 0

Pending Sales – 0

Sold Properties – 3

Average Sold Price = $ 502,833

West Village has no active homes for sale,

but 3 homes have sold so far in 2016. The average

sale price is pretty stable and hasn’t changed much

for the last two years. This is a newer development

and homes have retained their value to consumers.

West Village has upper bracket home prices

in the Forest Hills area. It remains a very popular

location, close to shopping, schools, and expressways.

SEARCH FOR FOREST HILLS HOMES

Forest Hills Schools Photos

Forest Hills Michigan Real Estate Articles

If you are interested in buying or selling a Forest Hills home,

call Terry for the latest neighborhood info.

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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. 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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Forest Hills MI Neighborhood Real Estate Report Tamarron Estates January – June 2016

Posted on July 15, 2016 by Terry & Bonnie

Forest Hills MI Neighborhood Real Estate Report Tamarron Estates January – June 2016

By Bonnie and Terry Westbrook

Snapshot of Tamarron Estates Real Estate Activity

January 1 through June 30, 2016

Active Listings – 2

Pending Sales – 2

Sold Properties – 4

Avg. Sold Price – $430,250

Tamarron Real Estate is on an upbeat path

compared to 2015 statistics. Homes are selling

as demand in the Forest Hills market increases.

With Thornapple Elementary School in the

neighborhood, access to the Thornapple River

backwaters, and being close to both Ada and

Cascade, this development holds it’s appeal

for buyers.

If you have a home to sell in Tamarron or would

like to purchase a Forest Hills home,

Terry can answer any questions you might have.

Call Terry @ 616-292-7263

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

Westbrook Realty Grand Rapids MI Real Estate

Call Terry at: 616-292-7263

Forest Hills MI Real Estate Market Report March – May 2016

Posted on June 30, 2016 by Terry & Bonnie

Forest Hills Michigan Real Estate Market Report

March – May 2016

by Terry and Bonnie Westbrook

2016 Real Estate Market Activity Forest Hills

March 1, 2016 – May 31, 2016

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Active Listings = 199 From $ 99,900 to $ 2,450,000

Pending Listings – 131

Sold Homes = 206 From $50,000 to $1,450,000

Forest Hills homes are selling quickly,

but the quantity of new homes entering the

market is way below our normal.

For the past quarter, we have 337 homes sold

and only 199 listings. Sold homes are half the

total of six months ago.

Finding a Forest Hills home under $250,00

with updates is getting very difficult, under $100K

is almost impossible, very slim pickings and you

can bet condition is a key factor. Be ready for

major remodeling projects, which prices a large

portion of buyers out of the competition.

Forest Hills is a public school district in Ada – Cascade Michigan.

A Greater Grand Rapids suburban community that has wonderful neighborhoods,

some new, most are older. It boasts Top Ranked Forest Hills Public Schools,

private schools, and a suburban life style that attracts many home owners.

Call Terry about buying or selling a Forest Hills home.

If you are a seller, he can provide valued advice on what

updates pay off and which don’t. 616-292-7263

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If you would like specific information about an Ada, Cascade or

Forest Hills MI Home, please contact me directly.

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

Forest Hills MI Neighborhood Real Estate Report Hidden Hills Neighborhood Jan – May 2016

Posted on June 7, 2016 by Terry & Bonnie

Forest Hills MI Neighborhood Real Estate Report Hidden Hills Jan – May 2016

By Terry and Bonnie Westbrook

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Quick Snapshot of Hidden Hills Real Estate Activity

Jan 1 through May 31, 2016

Active Listings – 1

Pending Sales – 2

Sold Properties – 4

Average Sold Price – $ 284,250

The Hidden Hills real estate market has had

a fairly busy year so far. Two pending sales and four

closed sales, with the average sold price rising by over

20% from the same time frame last year.

One of these homes was flipped rather quickly and more

than doubled in price. This sold price would be at the peak

of home prices in Hidden Hills and would not be the case

for homes that haven’t been completed remodeled.

This also clearly demonstrates that today’s buyers want

an updated home and are willing to pay for it.

If you are considering selling a Hidden Hills home,

please contact Terry for a market analysis or a list of

recent home sales. Call 616-292-7263

or email: terry@terrywestbrook.com

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

Westbrook Realty Grand Rapids MI Real Estate

Contact Terry 616-292-7263

Forest Hills MI Neighborhood Real Estate Market Report Caravelle Village Jan-April 2016

Posted on May 21, 2016 by Terry & Bonnie

Forest Hills MI Neighborhood Real Estate Market Report Caravelle Village Jan-April 2016

By Terry and Bonnie Westbrook

Caravelle Village 2016 Quick Market Snapshot:

January 1 to April 30, 2016

Active For Sale Homes = 0

Pending Home Sales = 1

Sold Homes = 2 $180,000 to $252,000

Average Sold Home Price = $ 218,666

Homes in Caravelle Village are selling in days,

typical of the shortage for affordable housing in Forest

Hills. All three of these homes sold for close to or over

listed price within days of listing. This seems like a dream

come true for sellers, but it does have a negative side.

If you are looking for a new home in Forest Hills, it

could take months to find and negotiate the sale of your

new home. Meanwhile, the new buyers of your just sold

home are anxious to move in. This housing dilemma is stifling

the market right now for many potential sellers.

Considering selling your Caravelle Village home?

Please contact Terry for an idea of what your house is worth

on today’s market.

If you would like information about buying or selling a

Forest Hills Home, please contact Terry at 616-292-7263.

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

Westbrook Realty Grand Rapids MI Real Estate

Contact Terry 616-292-7263