Ada, MI

Roselle Park in Ada Michigan along the Grand River is 247 acre park that is

a dedicated Natural Habitat Refuge. On a rainy Saturday a few weeks

ago, we stopped and took a few photos. It was cold and windy but

the fall colors were great. We walked on one of the trails along the Grand

River. A very peaceful place to visit. Dogs on leashes are welcome.

These silos were left from the previous owner of the property. The one with

the stars on top has been made into a 9 story observation tower.

This stone states that Roselle park is dedicated the people of Ada Township

View from the observation tower toward the Grand River

On the walking trail along the river.

The Grand River, the longest river in Michigan. It starts near Hillsdale MI and

winds it's way north then west, eventually emptying into Lake Michigan.

This spot is just north of the confluence of the Thornapple River at Ada MI.

Roselle Park Nature Preserve on the Grand River

Roselle Park Flood Stage Spring 2009 Video

Roselle Park Photos

Nature has so many lessons to teach us. We don't always pay attention to what

she is saying but when we do....we have a chance to share a moment of clarity and

wisdom. On our excursion through the Grand Rapids area yesterday, we encountered

this maple tree. How many times have we sped past and not noticed it?

Hundreds, probably. Why did we notice it yesterday?

It shone out its brilliant yellow light on a rainy day, saying: Look at me! In a few days

my golden leaves will be on the ground, so notice me today....right now!

We did. We stopped to take a photo and share it with you. Each day we have the

opportunity to notice and appreciate the beauty around us.

Ada Township Park Participates in Connecting Families with Nature

Saturday Sept 19, 2009 ~ Free Ada MI Event

The Kent Conservation District is holding a Kick Off Event for their

Nature Passport Program. These local events will be held at local

parks and Nature Areas this fall. The events are to encourage

families to enjoy outdoor activities and your local park resources.

Ada Township Parks and Recreation - Invites families throughout

Kent County to come out and enjoy a family day at Ada Township

Park. You can pick up your "Passport for Adventure". Check in

at the Park Shelter to register and get your "Passports" and then

you can have a range of free activities for your day at the park.

Saturday Activities include:

• Learning Center with nature artifacts and hands on science exhibits
• Free racquets to borrow for tennis and pickle ball
• Nature trails through woods and prairie with interpreters
• Paved bike paths for walking & biking
• Free fishing poles and bait to borrow at the fish pond
• Scavenger hunts in the Arboretum
• Balls for playing basketball & soccer
• Plus additional fun ideas to help you enjoy your day at the park

Event Information :

Location Ada Park 1180 Buttrick Ave. Ada MI 49301

Date/Time: Sept 19, 2009 10am to 2pm

Additional Saturday Sept 19 Events are planned at these Nature Centers:

Blandford Nature Center

Calvin College Ecosystem Preserve

Howard Christensen Nature Center

Wittenbach/Wege Agri-Science and Environmental Education Center

John Ball Zoological Park

Kent Conservation District Link

The Ada area growth trends remain strong. Ada Township planner,

Jim Ferro states that the Ada population has grown by 20% since

2000. There is a new proposed 80 unit condo site - Villas of Ada

and Stone Falls of Ada - a 210 unit apartment complex, currently

under construction here. Both of these new developments are quite

close to Adacroft Commons.

Adacroft Commons Real Estate

August 2009 Market Report

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

Adacroft Commons Active Listings: 3

Adacroft Commons Active Price - $183,233

Adacroft Commons Active Price/SqFt - $124.32

Adacroft Commons Active Days on Market -70

Adacroft Commons SOLD Listings: 2

Adacroft Commons average sold price - $ 187,00

Adacroft Commons average sold price/SqFt - $95.99

Adacroft Commons average sold days on market -13

Adacroft Commons Expired Listings: 0

There are only 3 current homes for sale in Adacroft Commons

listed on the local MLS board. This is a desirable area

to live, with its close proximity to Forest Hills Central Middle &

High Schools. In the above stats you can see that homes are

selling for under $100/SqFt. This neighborhood hasn't seen any sales

since April 2009, so activity has slowed considerably. Homes that

are in great condition and priced appropriately have the best

chance of selling in this buyer's market.

Forest Hills Michigan Real Estate Market Reports 2009

If you have detailed questions or just need general information

about Grand Rapids or Ada Homes, please contact me directly.

terry@terrywestbrook.com

or call 1-888-240-1968 ext 0

Grand Rapids Ada MI Real Estate - Westbrook Realty

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Adacroft Commons Entrance Photo by Bonnie Westbrook

Adatowne is a popular entry level home market in the Ada area of

the Greater Grand Rapids metropolitan area.

Part of the appeal is the proximity of Ada Elementary, Forest Hills

Central Middle and High Schools, Ada Christian Schools, St Roberts

School and being close to the village of Ada. Adatowne is an

established subdivision, started in the early 1970's by E.L. Ladd

Builders of Ada.

I have held many open houses in these new plats

and sold many of the homes as new construction - to be built.

If you doubt the power of your home as an investment, a basic

ranch (about 1000 sq ft) sold for $ 19,900 in 1975.

Adatowne Residential Neighborhood in Ada, Michigan

August 2009 Real Estate Market Report

1 Sold, 0 Pending, 2 For Sale

Adatowne Active Listings: 2

Adatowne Average Active price - $134,900

Adatowne Active average price/SqFt - $87.62

Adatowne Active average days on market - 34

Adatowne Pending: 0

Adatowne Sold Listings: 1

Adatowne Average Sold Price - $ 166,900

Adatowne Average sold price/SqFt - $ 78.73

Adatowne Average Sold days on market - 88

MARKET SYNOPSIS: Absorption Rate for Adatowne is 8 months,

which means it would take 8 months for the active listings to sell,

if no other homes entered the market, according to current sales

statistics. Price per square foot has went down for both sold

and active listings this summer. The market here was brisk in the

winter and last spring but has slowed considerably this summer.

Not sure if this is an anomaly or due to home condition.

Ada Michigan Real Estate Reports 2009

If you would like more information about Ada or Grand Rapids

Homes, please feel free to contact me directly.

Grand Rapids Ada MI Real Estate - Westbrook Realty

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Photo of Ada MI by Bonnie Westbrook