GreenSquare Properties

Name: GreenSquare Properties
Address: 2618 East Paris Avenue SE, Suite A, Grand Rapids, MI, 49546, US
Telephone: +16162859305

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10/15/2026

🏡 OPEN HOUSE
📍 7181 River Glen, Caledonia
📅 Saturday, October 17
⏰ 2:00-3:30pm
💲 $599,000

A new price and another chance to explore this Caledonia retreat!

Now offered at $599,000, this 4-bedroom, 3-bath ranch sits on 1.12 beautifully wooded acres, offering a little bit of that Secret Garden feeling outside and bright, open living spaces inside.

With a spacious main level, finished basement featuring a fireplace and dry bar area, a beautiful primary suite, and an oversized 2.5-stall garage, there's plenty of room to make yourself at home.

And with Thornapple River public access nearby, outdoor adventures aren't far away!

Come take a look around and see what makes this property special! 💚

10/08/2026

There's a lot to appreciate about a home that's been well cared for, and this 4 bedroom, 2.5 bath, bi-level has plenty to offer!

The main level features a spacious living room, kitchen with dining area, and all four bedrooms conveniently located on one level, complete with hardwood floors.

Large windows bring in plenty of natural light, while the finished lower level offers a second living area, full bathroom, laundry, and generous storage space.

An attached 2-stall garage adds everyday convenience, but the real highlight is outside!

The large, beautifully landscaped yard offers a peaceful setting with plenty of room for gardening, outdoor gatherings, or simply enjoying the space.

With a patio, storage shed, and underground sprinkling, there's plenty to appreciate both inside and out.

10/01/2026

One of Paul Marantette's favorite things about being a Realtor happens long after the closing table.
It's getting to see what happens next 💚

"I have been fortunate enough to watch so many couples go from boyfriend/girlfriend to engaged on the front steps. From newly married to bringing home their first and/or second child. I've watched the new puppy come home and run the backyard."

Those are the moments that have made a relationship-based real estate career so meaningful to Paul.

And some of those relationships go back nearly as long as his career does.

His most recent closing was for clients from one of his very first transactions. This time, he helped them sell as they moved on to their forever home, where they're raising their two children.

"Each story is uniquely different and provides a certain aspect of fulfillment for me. Being a small piece of so many different stories is one of the best parts of my job."

The houses matter.

But getting to see what happens inside them? That's pretty special.

09/24/2026

What do Paul Marantette's clients tend to thank him for?

His brutal honesty.

And apparently, occasionally, his colorful vocabulary 😂

"I tend to swear like a sailor. My clients appreciate I can be myself with them and in turn they can be themselves around me."

Underneath the humor is something that's pretty important to Paul.

Real estate requires honest conversations. Sometimes the answer isn't what a client hoped to hear. Sometimes a house isn't what it appears to be. Sometimes expectations need to change.

Paul isn't interested in telling someone what they want to hear just to make a transaction easier.

He'd rather build the kind of relationship where both sides can be direct, ask questions, have the uncomfortable conversations when necessary, laugh when they can, and trust that nobody needs to put on an act.

Brutal honesty, occasional swear words and all 😅

09/21/2026

Starting the process of buying or selling a home with Paul Marantette might feel a little like... starting a new job.

Hear him out 😂

Paul spent years training employees and managers before moving into real estate, and he approaches his initial client meetings with a similar mindset.

Think about your first day at a new job. There's usually that not-so-exciting sit-down where someone walks you through what to expect, how everything works, and what you need to know before you're turned loose.

Paul believes buying or selling a home deserves the same preparation.

Real estate can be a roller coaster of highs and lows, and he wants his clients to know from the beginning that he's available, he's there to help, and yes, sometimes he's "part-time real estate agent, full-time therapist." 😅

By the end of that first meeting, his goal is simple: "I want them to leave our initial meeting feeling more knowledgeable about real estate, but most importantly I want them to be excited about starting the process. And I really hope I have earned their trust!"

09/17/2026

Be sure to check out Melissa Mitchell Homes latest listing - an EGR landmark! Steps from Gaslight Village, this 1923 all brick bungalow was designed by a student of Frank Lloyd Wright.

Once featured in Grand Rapids Magazine as a "showcase" of Chicago-style bungalow Craftsmanship, this one of a kind gem near Reeds Lake has long been admired by its EGR neighbors.

Craftsmanship, history and modern updates abound in this well kept home.

Soaring 10 ft ceilings, original moldings and trim, leaded windows and hardwood floors are all anchored by the original free-standing arched fireplace.

Offering over 1,700 sqft of finished living space with 3 bedrooms, 2 full bathrooms, and 1 half bath.

The upstairs bedroom suite with walk-in closet could be used as guest or primary suite.

Finished rec room in the lower level with laundry room, storage and large workshop.

The fenced in yard with pond & brick patio has been the backdrop to a wedding, many birthday parties, showers & neighborhood gatherings.

Close to both award winning Lakeside Elementary & MS & HS.

09/15/2026

Three years ago today, Paul Marantette joined GreenSquare 💚
When Paul found himself needing to choose a new brokerage, he knew what mattered most to him.

"Every brokerage has the fees, cap structure, marketing, etc., but GreenSquare has the people."

Paul wasn't looking for the flashiest or loudest place in town. He wanted compatibility. A smaller brokerage filled with like-minded people who genuinely enjoyed doing real estate, and life, together.

He'd already gotten to know Scott Allan West over time through industry events, mentoring, Supper Club, Women's Council of Realtors West Michigan, and even their shared backgrounds in the restaurant world.

When it came time to find his next professional home, those relationships mattered.

Three years later, Paul's answer about what makes a brokerage feel like home is pretty simple:

"Ultimately, it's the people. Surrounding myself with great people."

We're pretty glad you found your way here, Paul.

Happy GreenSquare Anniversary! 🎉

09/11/2026

Long before Paul Marantette was helping people buy and sell homes, he was building a career in restaurants.

And as it turns out, hospitality and real estate have quite a bit in common.

"Everyone is different in one way or another. Some people are easy to connect with, whether it be discussing life, sports, real estate, etc., while others may take a more catered approach to open up."

Years of restaurant management taught Paul how to meet different personalities where they are, something he carried directly into real estate.

For Paul, great service isn't about giving every person the exact same experience. It's paying enough attention to understand what the person in front of you actually needs.

That approach has led to some pretty amazing relationships, in both of his careers.

09/08/2026

When Paul Marantette first got his real estate license, he picked a notoriously great time to launch a new career: the holidays. 😅

Business wasn't exactly knocking down his door.

But Paul went into the office anyway. Every. Single. Day.

He spent his time learning, working, and surrounding himself with successful agents because, as he puts it, "It seemed to really drive and inspire me to be the best agent I could become."

Eventually, someone noticed. Another agent approached him about joining their team for one simple reason: Paul showed up every day.

Looking back, Paul says that period taught him the importance of consistency.

"Things most often do not come easily, and it takes a specific mindset to achieve what you set out to accomplish. Routine is big for me."

Nearly a decade later, that consistency is still a pretty big part of who Paul is. 😊

09/02/2026

Meet Paul Marantette! 👋

Originally from the Detroit area, Paul spent more than a decade in Chicago before making his way back to Michigan and settling in Grand Rapids in 2015. The move brought him closer to his twin brother and family, and, as luck would have it, a few months later he met his now-wife, Christina. ❤️

After years in the restaurant industry, Paul found his way into real estate in 2017 and today serves as an Associate Broker with GreenSquare. His background in hospitality, management, and training turned out to be pretty great preparation for a career built around helping people.

When he's not working, you'll likely find Paul and Christina enjoying everything Michigan has to offer: camping in the UP, golfing, heading north for a ski weekend, or taking their dog, Penny, out for an adventure.

From Chicago restaurants to West Michigan real estate, Paul's path here hasn't exactly been a straight line, but we're pretty glad it led him our way. 💚

Address

2618 East Paris Avenue SE, Suite A
Grand Rapids, MI
49546

Telephone

+16162859305

Website

http://www.greensquaregr.com/, http://linktr.ee/greensquaregr

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