City2Shore - Gateway Group

08/10/2026

✨ JUST LISTED IN BYRON CENTER ✨

Luxury, space, and an incredible location come together at 8153 Oldfield Court SE! This beautifully updated 5-bedroom, 3.5-bath home offers more than 4,300 sq. ft. of finished living space with thoughtful upgrades throughout — all while backing up to Brewer Park for an added sense of privacy.

From the show-stopping kitchen with custom cabinetry, quartz countertops, and engineered white oak flooring to the spa-inspired primary suite, every detail feels elevated. Add in a finished lower level with wet bar, upstairs bonus room, expansive patio, professional landscaping, and access to a community pool, walking trails, and parks, and there’s plenty to love both inside and out.

📍 8153 Oldfield Court SE, Byron Center, MI 49315
🛏 5 Bedrooms
🛁 3.5 Bathrooms
🏡 4,300+ Finished Sq. Ft.
🌳 Backs to Brewer Park
🎓 Byron Center School District
🔑 Listed by Kelly Thomas - City2Shore Gateway Group

This is the kind of Byron Center home you’ll want to experience in person. Contact your real estate agent today to schedule a private showing!

08/08/2026

🛝 Swing sets, trampolines, playhouses, and backyard playgrounds create hours of fun—but they also require regular maintenance and supervision to help keep children safe.

Simple things like checking for loose hardware, maintaining soft landing surfaces, and teaching safe play habits can significantly reduce the risk of injuries.

This week's Security Saturday focuses on Outdoor Play Equipment Safety to help families create a safer place for kids to play all season long.

📩 Want our FREE Outdoor Play Equipment Safety Checklist? PM our page and we'll send you a copy!

08/07/2026

Open Houses This Weekend!

Looking for your dream home? We have just what you need!

📍 Hudsonville – 3 bed, 2.5 bath. Move-in ready home featuring cathedral ceilings, an open-concept layout, new roof, daylight lower level with flexible living space, and a shaded backyard with deck in a fantastic location.
📍 Wyoming – 5 bed, 4 bath. Beautifully maintained ranch in Grandville Schools featuring over 2,600 finished sq ft, a finished daylight lower level with kitchenette, wooded lot, oversized garage, and optional Del-Mar amenities.
📍 Byron Center – 4 bed, 2.5 bath. Beautifully maintained one-owner ranch featuring vaulted ceilings, a spacious open layout, private primary suite, four-season room, and an unbeatable location near Byron Center schools, shopping, and dining.
📍 Grand Haven – 2 bed, 1 bath. Charming Old Town bungalow just minutes from downtown and Lake Michigan, featuring a spacious backyard and oversized outbuilding perfect for a workshop, studio, or entertaining space.
📍 Wyoming – 3 bed, 3.5 bath. Move-in ready Bayberry Farms home featuring a beautifully updated quartz kitchen, bright open layout, finished lower level with flexible bonus space, and optional community pool and park amenities.
📍 Grand Haven – 4 bed, 3 bath. Beautifully appointed home on an oversized city lot featuring an open-concept layout, luxurious primary suite, finished lower level, screened-in deck, and a spacious fenced backyard perfect for entertaining.
📍 Byron Center – 5 bed, 3.5 bath. Luxury home with over 4,300 finished sq ft featuring a designer quartz kitchen, spa-inspired primary suite, finished lower level with wet bar, and a private backyard backing to Brewer Park with community pool and trails.

Join us this weekend and explore these incredible properties!

08/06/2026

Another week of helping our clients make their next move!

Our agents brought 5 new listings to the market, helped 11 homes go under contract, and celebrated 5 successful closings.

Every new listing, accepted offer, and closing is the result of hard work, trusted relationships, and a commitment to exceptional service. Congratulations to our agents and the buyers and sellers who made this week a success—we're grateful to be part of your journey!

08/05/2026

August is full of opportunities to get out, explore, and enjoy everything West Michigan has to offer before summer winds down! ☀️🌮🐐

From family-friendly events and back-to-school celebrations to local markets and delicious food festivals, there's something happening for everyone this month.

Here's what's coming up:

🐐 Critter Barn's Family Round Up (Zeeland) – August 14
🔗 More Info: https://www.facebook.com/share/1Bs3Wi9grn/

🎒 Back to School Bash (Byron Center) – August 14
🔗 More Info: https://www.facebook.com/share/1btCQPT43Z/

🏡 Backyard Bash (Hudsonville) – August 18
🔗 More Info: https://www.facebook.com/share/1EbDQzx8Wv/

🛍️ Back to School Market (Dorr) – August 22
🔗 More Info: https://www.facebook.com/share/1EhiTrdS5n/

🌮 Grand Rapids Taco Fest – August 28–30
🔗 More Info: https://www.facebook.com/share/1Deu3rmiQK/

Take advantage of these last weeks of summer and make some memories with family and friends. Which event are you planning to attend?

08/04/2026

If you've been thinking about selling your home, July's market offers some valuable insight.

While buyers have more choices than they did a few years ago, serious demand is still there for homes that are priced correctly, well-presented, and professionally marketed. That means your strategy matters more than ever.

In this carousel, we're breaking down what July's market trends mean for sellers and sharing a few simple ways to position your home for success in today's market.

Whether you're planning to list this summer, waiting until fall, or just curious about your home's value, understanding the current market is the first step toward making a confident decision.

Thinking about making a move? Reach out to your trusted real estate professional to discuss your options and build a strategy that's tailored to your local market.

08/04/2026

🎉 Cue the birthday confetti—today we're celebrating Kayleigh VanKeulen! 🥳

Happy Birthday to one of our newest Byron Center agents! We hope your special day is filled with lots of laughter, happy moments, and time spent with the people who make you smile most.

Wishing you an incredible year ahead filled with exciting opportunities, new adventures, and countless reasons to celebrate. We're so happy you're part of the City2Shore Gateway Group family. Have an amazing birthday, Kayleigh! 🎂💙

08/03/2026

July's market numbers show that West Michigan continues to be active, even as we move beyond the peak of the spring selling season.

Here's how the market changed from June ➡️ July 2026:

📍 Kent County
• New listings dipped slightly (1,103 → 1,074)
• Pending sales softened (984 → 817)
• Closings remained strong (921 → 902)
• Average sale price increased to **$427,851**

📍 Ottawa County
• New listings edged up (521 → 532)
• Pending sales increased (402 → 409)
• Closings held nearly steady (407 → 404)
• Average sale price climbed to **$478,983**

📍 Allendale
• Pending sales increased (31 → 36)
• Closings jumped (24 → 30)
• Average sale price adjusted to **$486,882**
• Fewer new listings came to market (39 → 34)

📍 Byron Center
• Closings increased (42 → 48)
• Average sale price rose to **$514,477**
• Pending sales eased (53 → 36), while new listings remained steady.

📍 Spring Lake
• New listings increased (52 → 62)
• Pending sales climbed (38 → 45)
• Average sale price rose to **$549,124**
• Closings adjusted from 44 to 30 as more homes moved into pending status.

The overall picture is exactly what we'd expect to see this time of year. The market is beginning to normalize after a very busy spring, but demand remains healthy, prices continue to appreciate in most areas, and well-prepared buyers and sellers are still finding success.

Whether you're planning a move this fall or just keeping an eye on the market, staying informed about local trends can help you make confident decisions.

08/03/2026

The first seven months of 2026 brought more listings, more closed sales, rising year-to-date average prices, and a growing number of price adjustments across West Michigan.

Our latest market report breaks down the January through July trends in Kent County, Ottawa County, Allendale, Byron Center, and Spring Lake—and what the numbers may mean for buyers and sellers heading into the second half of the year.

The first seven months of 2026 brought a clear seasonal surge in real estate activity across Kent County, Ottawa County, Allendale, Byron Center, and Spring Lake. New listings increased sharply as spring arrived, closed ...

08/01/2026

☀️ Hot summer days can be enjoyable—but they can also become dangerous if your body overheats.

Heat exhaustion and heat stroke can affect anyone, especially young children, older adults, outdoor workers, athletes, and even pets. Knowing the warning signs and taking simple precautions can help prevent a medical emergency.

This week's Security Saturday is all about Heat Exhaustion & Heat Stroke Prevention so you can stay safe while enjoying everything summer has to offer.

📩 Want our FREE Heat Exhaustion & Heat Stroke Prevention Checklist? PM our page and we'll send you a copy!