The Matthews Group at Keller Williams Grand Rapids East

06/18/2026

🏡 Open House

101 Arthur Avenue NE | Grand Rapids, MI

Don't miss your chance to tour this beautiful 4 bedroom, 2 bathroom home offering 1,502 sq. ft. of living space! Located in a desirable Grand Rapids neighborhood, this home features a welcoming layout, comfortable living spaces, and plenty of charm throughout.

📅 Sunday, June 21, 2026
⏰ 12:00 PM – 1:30 PM

Come explore all this home has to offer and see why it could be the perfect fit for you!

06/17/2026

Kent County Market Update | May 2026

Buyer activity is picking up, with new listings up 10% and pending sales rising 13.8% compared to last year. Homes are also selling faster, with days on market dropping from 11 to just 8 days. While closed sales were down 15.3%, inventory remains extremely tight at just 0.9 months of supply. Home values continue to trend upward, with the median sales price reaching $310,000 and the average sales price climbing to $328,726.

For Buyers:
• Be prepared to move quickly—homes are selling faster.
• Low inventory means competition remains strong.
• Having financing in place can give you an advantage.

For Sellers:
• Low inventory and steady price growth continue to favor sellers.
• Well-priced homes are attracting strong interest.
• Faster market times mean it's important to be ready when you list.

06/12/2026

🏡 Pending!

2028 8th Street | Muskegon, MI

This 4 bedroom, 2 bathroom home offering 1,556 sq. ft. of living space is now under contract! Located in Muskegon, this property offers a comfortable layout and great potential, making it a standout opportunity that moved quickly off the market.

Stay tuned as it progresses toward closing!

06/12/2026

🏡 Pending!

4545 Orchard Creek Drive SE | Kentwood, MI

This 4 bedroom, 3 bathroom home offering 2,820 sq. ft. of living space is now under contract! With its spacious layout, desirable Kentwood location, and exceptional features, it's no surprise this property quickly attracted interest.

We're excited to see this home move one step closer to closing. Stay tuned for more updates!

06/11/2026

🏡 Open House

101 Arthur Avenue NE | Grand Rapids, MI

Join us for another opportunity to tour this beautiful 4 bedroom, 2 bathroom home offering 1,502 sq. ft. of comfortable living space! Located in a desirable Grand Rapids neighborhood, this home features an inviting layout, great natural light, and plenty of space to make your own.

📅 Saturday, June 13, 2026
⏰ 12:00 PM – 1:30 PM EDT

We look forward to welcoming you and showing you everything this home has to offer!

06/10/2026

For years, the rent-versus-buy debate seemed largely settled. Rising home prices and elevated mortgage rates made renting the more practical option for many Americans.

But the housing market is evolving in 2026. With more inventory, shifting affordability, and changing market conditions, the decision is no longer just about monthly costs—it's about finding the option that best fits your financial goals and lifestyle.

Before choosing between renting and buying, it's important to understand the benefits and tradeoffs of each.

Should you rent or buy in 2026? Learn the pros and cons of each, understand opportunity costs, compare 5% vs. 20% down payments, and discover how to determine which option is right for your financial goals.

06/05/2026

🏡 Open House

101 Arthur Avenue NE | Grand Rapids, MI

Come tour this beautiful 4 bedroom, 2 bathroom home offering 1,502 sq. ft. of living space in a desirable Grand Rapids location! With its inviting layout, comfortable living spaces, and charming character, this home is ready to welcome its next owner.

📅 Sunday, June 7, 2026
⏰ 1:00 PM – 2:30 PM

Don't miss this opportunity to see everything this home has to offer!

06/04/2026

If you've been waiting on the sidelines, refreshing mortgage rate trackers and wondering if the market will ever feel less painful, here's the honest truth: 2026 isn't a buyer's paradise, but it's meaningfully better than the past few years — and for the right buyer, it may be exactly the right time to act.

Wondering if now is a good time to buy a home? Explore current mortgage rates, housing market trends, affordability factors, and expert insights to make an informed home-buying decision in 2026.

06/04/2026

🎉 Just Sold!

2053 W Parklane | White Cloud, MI

This charming White Cloud home is officially sold! Featuring 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, and 1,595 sq. ft. of living space, this property offered a wonderful blend of comfort, character, and room to enjoy.

Congratulations to the buyers and sellers on a successful closing! Wishing everyone the very best as they begin their next chapter.

06/03/2026

🏡 Pending!

730 Kellogg Street SE | Grand Rapids, MI

This 2-unit investment property is now under contract! Offering excellent potential for investors or owner-occupants seeking rental income, this Grand Rapids property is moving on to the next stage of the transaction process.

We're excited to see this opportunity move one step closer to closing. Stay tuned for updates!