909 Sunrise Ln. | $225,000

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About 909 Sunrise Ln.

This is a fantastic ranch style home in a newer development and in the Kenowa Hills School District. The property is adjacent with direct access to the Fredrik Meijer Standale Trail. It is a meticulously maintained and almost new, 4 bedroom, 3 bathroom house with more than 2200 square feet of finished living space. The front door opens to a nicely proportioned living area with cathedral ceilings. The kitchen is beautifully appointed with wood cabinetry, stainless appliances, center island with seating, pantry and wood laminate flooring. Three bedrooms on the main level with an owner’s suite with crown moldings, bathroom and walk-in closet. Sliders from the eating area lead to a deck that walks down to the large backyard. There is a great mudroom with lockers and bench.

The daylight lower level has been recently finished. It is well-designed and beautifully executed. There is a large family room with wet bar and built-in cabinetry. You will also find a built-in desk with overhead storage, perfect for home office or a study area. There is another spacious bedroom and full bath. A fully equipped laundry room and storage complete the lower level. There is a two-stall attached garage with a service door. Beautiful landscaping, convenient location and great area.

Propert Details:

Status: Active
Listing Price: $225,000
Address: 909 Sunrise Ln
City: Grand Rapids
State: MI
ZIP: 49534
School District: Kenowa Hills
MLS #: 15020268
TFLA Sq Ft: 2215
Bedrooms: 4
Bathrooms: 3
Garage: 2 Stall Attached
Fireplace:
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Great House, Great Locations, Great Value|$165,000

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About 1630 Rebecca Ct

This is a beautifully updated and spacious bi-level home located on a quiet cul-de-sac in Grand Rapids. There is new flooring, fresh neutral color palette throughout and new stainless appliances. The front entry has a cute built-in bench and coat rack. The large living area has cathedral ceilings and an arched window with a window seat. A beautiful, cheery kitchen has a center island, new appliances, generous counter space and white cabinetry. From the eating area, there are sliders that open to a large deck with stairs to the backyard. Two bedrooms and a full bathroom complete the main level. The lower level walkout has two additional bedrooms, a full bath, a large family room with media center, laundry, mechanicals and storage. Great house…great location..great value.

Propert Details:

Status: Active
Listing Price: $165,000
Address: 1630 Rebecca Ct
City: Grand Rapids
State: MI
ZIP: 49504
School District: Grand Rapids
MLS #: 15014879
TFLA Sq Ft: 1612
Bedrooms: 4
Bathrooms: 2
Garage: 2 Stall Attached
Fireplace: No
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Everything Old Has Become New| $389,900

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About 6437 Vantage Dr.

This home has been totally remodeled and has more than 4000 square feet of finished living space. Spectacular kitchen and owner’s suite. New carpet, gleaming hardwoods, and ceramic tile flooring throughout. There is a 2-story living room with cathedral ceilings and a wall of windows overlooking the 2 acre parcel. A new, floor-to-ceiling, 2-way stone fireplace divides the living room and kitchen. The stunning kitchen is never found in houses at this price. The owner’s bathroom is over the top. There is a total of 6 bedrooms, 3 1/2 bathrooms and multiple living areas on the main. The lower level walkout has a large family room and game area. An additional finished room is ideal for an exercise space. There are dual furnaces, ample storage and a huge workshop under the garage. An 800 square foot heated out building is also on the property. Attached is a 3 + stall garage. The house is located on a cul-de-sac. There are too many upscale amenities to mention. It’s spacious, beautifully appointed and convenient to all areas of the city within minutes.

Property Details:

Status: Active
Listing Price: $389,9000
Address: 6437 Vantage Dr
City: Caledonia
State: MI
ZIP: 49316
School District: Kentwood
MLS #: 15013767
TFLA Sq Ft: 4,079
Bedrooms: 6
Bathrooms: 3.5
Garage: 3 Stall Attached
Fireplace: Yes
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Four Reasons to Live in Forest Hills Michigan:

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Four Reasons to Live in Forest Hills Michigan:

Forest Hills is a great place to live and raise a family – or just enjoy life. People that live in this community know what it means to live in such a great area of West Michigan. For those that haven’t visited or are thinking of moving to the area, I thought it would be nice to know about some of the great things that Forest Hills Michigan offers.

 Forest Hills Public Schools

                Forest Hills has arguably the best school district in the state of Michigan. It is very well supported by parents and the community at large both financially and with involvement and participation from the entire community. Forest Hills consistently ranks at the top of school standardized test results like the MEAP test. Aside from earning high marks for their education standards, Forest Hills School District offers some unique education experiences. Two examples of this is “Good Willie” an environmental school that offers a unique approach to education. Also, the Chinese and Spanish emersion programs offer a larger world-view to education.

 Community

                Forest Hills offers an impressive variety of community centers for people to enrich their lives and well being. The local YMCA off of Forest Hills Ave. is a well maintained facility that people use for everything from continuing education to swimming lessons.

                A great place to stop and buy groceries is Forest Hills Foods located on the corner of Forest Hills Ave. and Cascade Rd. It offers a massive selection of foods rarely found in smaller scale community grocery stores. Additionally the cafe’ is a great place to get a quick cup of coffee or enjoy a bite to eat. If you’ve never been there stop by around lunch and you can see how much a part of the community Forest hills Foods is.

Arts & Culture

                The Forest Hills Fine Arts Center is a world class facility for creative endeavors. Featuring a beautiful theatre area, art galleries, and music performances from local and national acts throughout the year. An enormous benefit for anyone interested in taking an art class or who just likes to enjoy a show without a drive into downtown. However if the occasional city life is what you’re craving you’ll be glad to know that the Urban institute for contemporary Arts (UICA), the Grand Rapids Art Museum, and ArtPrize permanent location are just minutes away. 

The Outdoors

               There are numerous well maintained parks and trails throughout the area where people jog, bike, and enjoy the outdoors. Additionally, the baseball and soccer fields are well maintained and offer the community a safe and enjoyable experience with nature. The Thornapple River offers fishing and kayaking.

 Summation

                This list is just a “drop in the bucket” of the things available to the community of Forest Hills Michigan. Once you visit this area you won’t want to live anywhere else in West Michigan. If you would like advice on how to move to this great area of Michigan please contact me and I would be glad to be of service.

Spring?

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It’s suppose to be 55 degrees this week…a preview of things to come.  Don’t be fooled, we still have plenty of snow coming our way before the tulips pop their heads out of the ground.  But this time of year gives me a burst of energy just knowing what’s ahead.  Living in southern California for a number of years, I wasn’t able to see the weather cycles of the midwest.  Those cycles are great reminders of change…changes not just in our temperatures, but also changes in our lives.  Changes in our children, changes in our businesses and changes in ourselves.  Change is inevitably.  Most of us find stability in routines.  But routines can very easily turn into ruts.  Being aware of changes in our culture and in our environment prepare us to embrace new challenges and new opportunities.  As a baby boomer, I have learned from the “gen xer’s” to either get on board or be left in the dust.  I’m too young to be a relic…too much energy to be a by-stander…too many dreams left to fulfill.  So, once again, I’m changing directions.  I give credit to my kids, who are still in the “Spring” of their lives.  As I have tried to guide and teach them, I have, however, discovered the value of being a “student” of my children as well.  Oh my, they’ve taught me a lot.  Even though they butcher the English language with their texting acronyms, I am confident that when it’s their “season”, they will be prepared to take on the challenges that face us. 

Making contributions in our homes, our communities, our churches and in our work places will inevitably provide many new opportunities for growth, both personally and professionally.  It’s the time of year to get out of hibernation and…live!

What motivates me and why?

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What motivates me?…a job well done.  I never settle for mediocrity.  There’s no room for it in my day…or in my life.  Doing my best affects my work and my family.  My daughters are in the last phase of high school…Forest Hills in Grand Rapids.  The school district has the highest test scores in the State of Michigan.  They don’t settle for “average”.  Smaller size classes and moderately-sized total enrollment allows kids to excel in a variety of areas, if they desire.  With the growth of Forest Hills District, we have seen Forest Hills Fine Arts Center affect the social and creative outlets for the citizens of Grand Rapids.The Cascade Library recently installed a windmill and solar panels to educate Forest Hills students the value of alternative energy and  going “green”.  Goodwillie Environmental School and the Spanish and Chinese Emersion Schools prepare Forest Hills students to succeed in today’s world.  Forest Hills Schools were far ahead of  the “No Child Left Behind” initiative.  Walking and bike paths, new and existing parks  the Thornapple River and new athletic centers create a healthy environment for people of all ages.  Forest Hills also offers great golfing and superb dining.  International businesses centered in Forest Hills and Grand Rapids, have produced some of the most philanthropic people in the world.  The new Medical Mile has placed us at the forefront of today’s healthcare.  It’s a GREAT place to be.  It’s a great place to learn, to grow, and to dream!