David and Mary Mapes, Realtors

Happy Flower Friday courtesy of our newest listing in Cascade! Of course our listings always include flower photos.....Please contact us at 616-446-2066 if you would like to see this great walkout ranch home in person.

2567 Hunter Green Court SE, Grand Rapids, MI 49546 Private, yet so convenient - the tagline we created 24 years ago when we initially marketed this executive walkout ranch still applies today! Great opportunity to own this former Parade Home in one of Cascade's quietest and most convenient developments. A wonderful home for everyday living, yet perf...

An interesting change (albeit a small one) in the marketplace, along with predictions for the near-term future from a couple of national spokespersons. Contact Mary Mapes or me to discuss what may be your best options!

More Sellers Are Lowering Asking Prices A slight uptick in price reductions may be a sign that more buyers are being priced out.

WOW, an opportunity like this rarely comes along! Check out our new listing - beautiful 3.37 acres and a home in Cascade Township/Forest Hills Schools, a ten minute walk from downtown Ada! So many options - limited only by your imagination. Per Cascade Township the land can be split into three parcels (buyer to verify) or you can enjoy the entire parcel yourself. Call with questions - 616.446.2066. Seller directs listing agent/broker to hold all offers until Wednesday, April 6, 2022 at 12:00 P.M. Listed by David and Mary Mapes,. JH Realty Partners, 545 Ada Drive.

1425 Briarcliff Drive SE, Grand Rapids, MI 49546 Wonderful opportunity in Cascade Township/Forest Hills Schools! Let your imagination soar...update the home, remove the home, keep all the acreage, divide the property.....1960's three bedroom ranch situated on 3.37 wooded acres across from the Thornapple River. Value is mostly in the land; seller h...

What materials will your next home be made from? Interesting article about new ways to use existing materials to build structures less costly, more eco-friendly and ultimately longer lasting.

New Building Materials That Are Revolutionizing Home Construction The real estate industry is constantly evolving, and with this ever-changing landscape comes innovation. This innovation appears in many forms,

Would love to see these projects come to fruition! GR has been a forward-thinking area (in my opinion) and these types of projects would make it an even better area to live and work!

12 ‘transformational’ projects identified by Grand Rapids economic development group A downtown amphitheater, soccer stadium and more affordable housing are among the projects listed by The Right Place.

Walk around Reeds Lake, Gaslight Village or to nearby schools! This East Grand Rapids 5 bedroom, 3 full bath home is in the heart of it all. Need a guest suite or in-law suite? Take your choice - either main floor or second floor. Large, updated kitchen, additional flex space on the main floor, large deck and lovely landscaped yard. Contact Dave Mapes or Mary Mapes, JHRealty Partners at 616.446.2066. We'll walk over and meet you there!

1430 Edgewood Avenue SE, East Grand Rapids, MI 49506 Wonderful, well-maintained Cape Cod nestled on one of East Grand Rapids ''Wood'' streets! You'll appreciate the flexibility this home offers as your needs change throughout the years. With 2506 sq. ft. finished above grade, this 5 bedroom, 3 bath home (plus flex space) provides lots of flexibility a...

Contrary to popular opinion, the holiday season can be a great time to put your home on the market! Contact Mary Mapes and me to discuss the process!

On the fence on whether or not you should move? Here are 8 reasons why the holiday season is the perfect time to sell your house! When you're ready to make your move, make sure to hire a trusted CRS agent to help guide you through the process.✨🎄🏠

The holiday season is a great time to visit Grand Rapids, dressed in its seasonal best!

A Weekend in Grand Rapids, An Underrated Hub for American Design Three hours from Chicago, Grand Rapids offers everything from a Frank Lloyd Wright masterpiece to a decorated history of furniture manufacturing

We've been seeing this for the past two months - the market pendulum beginning to move (however slightly) toward a better situation for buyers. Mary Mapes and I are primed and ready to go!

Why This Fall Is a Big Opportunity for Buyers The market has been fiercely competitive recently, but house hunters who experienced difficulty finding a home may have better luck.

This is a much more common occurrence than people realize! Be aware and cautious if you're in the rental market!

If searching for a home to rent/lease, please be aware of an ongoing scam that is continuing to frustrate homeowners, interested renters, and real estate professionals throughout West Michigan.

HOW IT WORKS:
• The scammers will search real estate websites to copy information from single family homes that are available for sale, and will then use that information to create fraudulent rental advertisements.
• The advertisements appear credible as they include property details and interior and exterior photos.
• In many cases, the ad will indicate that the homeowner is out of the state for one reason or another and can communicate only by email or text.
• There may even be a link to an online rental application.
• The intent of this scam is to obtain personal information from interested renters for the purpose of identity theft and/or for the theft of rental deposits.

WHAT YOU CAN DO:
• If you are a seeking a single family home to rent and find an advertisement online, please visit www.grar.com before responding to the ad.
• This will enable you to search by property address to determine if the home is actually for sale (not for rent), and to notify the REALTOR representing the property that there is a fraudulent ad online.

PLEASE DO NOT:
• Please do not provide your personal information or send a deposit without taking the simple step referenced above to confirm that the advertisement is credible.

One more way to explore GR, whether you're a visitor or a resident! Looks like a great way to spend a beautiful summer day!

New to downtown Grand Rapids is rentable bikes by Lime in addition to more electric scooters! Through the app you can utilize these new bikes in a 12-square-mile area that includes the heart of downtown. Find our more from The City of Grand Rapids https://bit.ly/3gtVOFR 🌞🛴🚲

This is one of the most-asked questions Mary Mapes and I receive. We're always happy to provide our thoughts!

Cost vs. Value: 2021 Home Improvement Projects With the Highest ROI Exterior home improvement projects, in particular, took center stage in 2021, according to Remodeling magazine's Cost vs. Value Report.

It should be a great weekend to check out ice cream shops!

Locals’ Guide to Ice Cream Shops in Grand Rapids Summer and ice cream, the perfect pair!