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Joy Driesenga - Realtor

✨West Michigan Realtor✨
🏡 Helping clients move with Strategy
🩵 Learn more about how I can help you
(616)826-7882. RE/MAX of Grand Rapids

06/26/2026

🌿 I have motivated and pre-approved buyers actively looking for a home in Rockford! 🏡✨ Up to $600,000. They would love a 4 Bedroom & 2 bathroom home with minimum of 2 acres and an outbuilding. If you’re considering selling or know someone who is, let’s chat! This could even be a quiet off-market deal that could be a WIN for everyone🤝

Tag a friend or reach out to me directly!

Joy Driesenga | RE/MAX of Grand Rapids
📞 (616) 826-7882
✉️ [email protected]

Let’s make this happen!

06/23/2026

🌿 I have motivated and pre-approved buyers actively looking for a home in Zeeland or Hudsonville! 🏡✨ Up to $300,000. If you’re considering selling or know someone who is, let’s chat! This could even be a quiet off-market deal that benefits everyone involved. 🤝

Tag a friend or reach out to me directly!

Joy Driesenga | RE/MAX of Grand Rapids
📞 (616) 826-7882
✉️ [email protected]

Let’s make this happen! 💪💼

05/14/2026

🌿Grand Rapids Market Update | May 3 - May 10

The spring market is in full swing, and activity across Grand Rapids continues to stay strong!

•257homes sold this week
•Average sale price: $426,763
•Values increased by 2.4%
•Average days on market: just 23 days
•Inventory remains low at 1.4 months

What does this mean?
Homes are still moving quickly, and demand continues to outpace supply—creating great opportunities for sellers while buyers need to stay competitive and prepared.

Thinking about making a move or just curious what your home is worth? Let’s connect!

📩 Send me a message anytime!
[email protected]
(616)826-7882

05/12/2026

Smooth sailing from start to finish — exactly the kind of experience I strive to create for every client. 🤍

This sale was such a huge win all around and a reminder of how important strategy, timing, and the right guidance truly are in today’s market.

This all started from a community Facebook post where someone was searching for a realtor experienced in estate sales. From our very first meeting, I knew preparation would be key. We discussed the importance of pricing strategy, deep cleaning, and ultimately decided staging the home would make a major impact.

Together, we worked quickly to get the property market-ready because timing matters. Between thoughtful staging, professional photography, strategic marketing, and the incredible effort put into preparing the home, the response was immediate.

Showing requests started pouring in, and within just 3 hours on the market, we received a very strong offer. ✨

Estate sales can feel emotional and overwhelming, especially during a major life transition. Having the right support and guidance can make all the difference. My goal throughout the process was to provide quick communication, thoughtful insight, and step-by-step support to help reduce stress and keep everything moving as seamlessly as possible.

From carefully coordinated timelines to highlighting the warmth and potential of the home, every detail mattered.

I’m incredibly thankful for my amazing sellers who trusted me during such an important season of life. Closings are always a little bittersweet, but helping clients move forward with confidence is one of the most rewarding parts of what I do.

Also so grateful for my wonderful transaction coordinator Johanna, who helped keep everything running smoothly, and to First American Title for helping bring this transaction to a successful close.

This is why I love what I do. 🤍

I’m here to help guide the process, one step at a time.

Joy
(616)826-7882
[email protected]

05/02/2026

🌿Grand Rapids Market Update | April 20 - 26

The spring market is in full swing, and activity across Grand Rapids continues to stay strong!

•254 homes sold this week
•Average sale price: $433,670
•Values increased by 2.4%
•Average days on market: just 21 days
•Inventory remains low at 1.4 months

What does this mean?
Homes are still moving quickly, and demand continues to outpace supply—creating great opportunities for sellers while buyers need to stay competitive and prepared.

Thinking about making a move or just curious what your home is worth? Let’s connect!

📩 Send me a message anytime!
[email protected]
(616)826-7882

04/26/2026

Thinking about buying a home but not sure where to start? 🏡

Here’s the real timeline—simple, strategic, and exactly how top agents guide their clients from start to keys:

It starts with getting prepared—hiring the right agent, connecting with a trusted lender and understanding what you can comfortably afford (not just what you’re approved for). From there, we map out your must-haves so you’re not second-guessing every home you see.

Then comes the fun part: touring homes and finding the one. But when you do, it’s not just about making an offer—it’s about making the right offer and negotiating terms that protect you so you’re not overpaying, and put you in the strongest position.

Once accepted, we move into due diligence—inspections, appraisal, and making sure your investment is solid—while your financing moves toward final approval.

From there, it’s all about the final steps: walkthrough, signing, and getting those keys in your hand.

Every phase matters. The difference? Having the right strategy and guidance the whole way through.

Every step is designed to guide you, protect you, and keep things as smooth as possible—because your first home should feel exciting, not stressful.

If you’re thinking about buying this year, let’s map out your timeline.
DM me “HOME” and I’ll walk you through your next step. 🔑

04/25/2026

🌿 OPEN HOUSE

SUNDAY | APRIL 26 | 12-1:30pm

5081 Blaine Avenue SE, Grand Rapids MI

✨Call me or text for a private showing or questions!
(616)826-7882

Welcome to 5081 Blaine - Move-In Ready with Premium Upgrades! This beautifully maintained 3-bed, 2-bath ranch is loaded with recent upgrades. New roof (2022), AC (2021), water heater (2023), kitchen (2020), and slider (2020) mean peace of mind for years to come. Fresh paint and new carpet (2026). Hardwood floors gleam in the living room and hallway. Downstairs features a second full bath, generous storage, recreation area, and a DEDICATED MOVIE THEATRE, fully wired with speaker systems for an immersive entertainment experience. Tech-forward throughout: Ethernet wiring in every room, cable ready, and speaker systems keep you connected and entertained. Outside, you’ll love the large covered deck overlooking your fully fenced backyard with dedicated gardening areas, patio, and storage shed, perfect for entertaining and relaxation. Walking distance to Meadowlawn Elementary, Valleywood Middle School, and the East-West bike trail. Convenient breezeway entry from the garage.

Listing courtesy of Brian Hevelhurst, RE/MAX of Grand Rapids

04/18/2026

Set on 2.4 private, park-like acres in Caledonia Schools, this move-in ready home offers space, privacy, and functional design minutes from everyday conveniences. With 1,943 sq ft above grade and 760 sq ft finished below, the home features 3 bedrooms, 2.5 baths, and an open-concept layout. The main level includes a living area with gas fireplace, kitchen with granite countertops, ample storage, main floor laundry and access to two composite decks overlooking the setting. Two main-floor bedrooms offer flexible use for guests, home office, or everyday living, supported by a full bath. The upper-level primary suite features dual walk-in closets, jetted tub, tile shower, and loft. Finished lower level includes custom bar, fireplace, lounge, sauna, and half bath. 2-stall garage, mudroom, new water heater (2024), generator hookup, and additional well.

✨Full listing in comments

For questions text or call
Joy Driesenga
(616)826-7882
RE/MAX of Grand Rapids

Listing courtesy of Julie Walter, RE/MAX of Grand Rapids

04/13/2026

💎PENDING!

This hot property pended fast. ✨ Curious about the art of staging? Proper staging can make all the difference in showcasing a home’s potential and attracting the right buyers.

Want to learn more about our staging techniques and how we can help your property stand out? Reach out today!

Joy Driesenga
📱616)826-7882
💌[email protected]

https://joydriesenga.remaxgrandrapids.com

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REMAX Of Grand Rapids/4362 Cascade Road SE
Grand Rapids, MI
49546

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+16168267882

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https://joydriesenga.remaxgrandrapids.com/

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