Forest Hills Waterfront Homes For Sale

2 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 26048445 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status

Forest Hills Schools - first time on the market! 2273 Schimperle Dr NE sits on an expansive lot featuring over 200 feet of private frontage on all-sports Dean Lake. This parcel gives you the rare luxury of lake-level living, where you enjoy effortless, everyday water access without flights of stairs to navigate! Inside the home, updates are needed from top to bottom, but the investment potential here is massive! This lakeside home offers 2 bedrooms and a full bath on the main floor, complete with a living room fireplace and a walk-out deck framing stunning lake views. The lower walk-out level adds a full bath, a kitchenette, another fireplace, and space for a rec room and another bedroom. The upper level of the home is unfinished but holds more potential. This property features plenty of parking for your entertaining needs, with a long driveway and an additional 4 car parking pad at the road. Looking to create equity and add value in popular West Michigan? Schedule your showing today!

2273 Schimperle Drive NE, Grand Rapids

$1,554,900

4 Beds ⋅ 4 Baths ⋅ 26045879 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status

Proposed Custom Build by Snowden Builders- The Lincoln Not every new construction home has to look or feel the same. The Lincoln by Snowden Builders offers something different: a proven custom home design that can be personalized to fit your lifestyle, built by an experienced local custom builder-not a repetitive production home. The Lincoln is a beautifully designed luxury Craftsman home that combines timeless curb appeal with a thoughtfully planned, highly functional interior. Striking rooflines, substantial columns, stone and wood accents, complementary siding, and an inviting covered entry create a distinctive exterior with character and presence. Inside, the open-concept kitchen, dining, and great room are designed around the way people live and entertain today. A large statement island anchors the kitchen, complemented by custom cabinetry, generous workspace, abundant natural light, and .... (see SUPPLEMENT REMARKS) Proposed Custom Build by Snowden Builders- The Lincoln Not every new construction home has to look or feel the same. The Lincoln by Snowden Builders offers something different: a proven custom home design that can be personalized to fit your lifestyle, built by an experienced local custom builder-not a repetitive production home. The Lincoln is a beautifully designed luxury Craftsman home that combines timeless curb appeal with a thoughtfully planned, highly functional interior. Striking rooflines, substantial columns, stone and wood accents, complementary siding, and an inviting covered entry create a distinctive exterior with character and presence. Inside, the open-concept kitchen, dining, and great room are designed around the way people live and entertain today. A large statement island anchors the kitchen, complemented by custom cabinetry, generous workspace, abundant natural light, and a strong connection between indoor and outdoor living. Custom ceiling treatments, built-ins, detailed trim and finish carpentry, and an impressive fireplace bring craftsmanship and personality throughout the home. The private primary suite provides a comfortable retreat with a spa-inspired bathroom and spacious walk-in closet. A functional mudroom and everyday storage are conveniently located near the garage entrance, while flexible rooms provide options for a home office, additional bedroom, hobby space, or other uses based on your needs. Depending on the homesite and buyer selections, a finished lower level can provide even more living and entertaining space. What truly sets this opportunity apart is choice. Rather than purchasing a production home with limited options, buyers can begin with the proven Lincoln design and work with Snowden Builders to personalize selections, finishes, and details to create a home that feels distinctly their own. With more than 30 years of local building experience, Snowden Builders brings craftsmanship, attention to detail, and an established custom-building process to every home. You don't have to start with a blank sheet of paper to build a custom home-and you don't have to settle for a home that looks like every other one on the street. A proven design. Personalized for you. Built by a local custom builder with more than 30 years of experience. This is a proposed custom build. Final design, features, finishes, square footage, pricing, and availability may vary based on homesite, buyer selections, building specifications, and final construction plans. *** NOTE: The Lincoln has been featured to be built, however, this is build to suit. Builder has other plans to choose from or it can be cutom. ***

8289 52nd Street SE, Alto

$1,775,000

6 Beds ⋅ 5 Baths ⋅ 26044819 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status

Welcome to an extraordinary five-bedroom, five-bath home nestled in the desirable Cascade area within the Forest Hills School District. Boasting an impressive 150 feet of Thornapple River frontage, this exceptional property offers a rare combination of luxury, privacy, and resort-style living. A grand two-story entry welcomes you into the home and leads to a stunning living room featuring expansive windows across the back of the home, capturing breathtaking views of the river and bringing the beauty of the outdoors inside. Multiple levels of decking provide exceptional spaces for entertaining, relaxing, and enjoying the peaceful riverfront setting. The home features a remarkable 17' x 26' indoor pool, complete with a hot tub and sauna—creating your own private year-round retreat. Two docks provide easy access to the Thornapple River for boating, fishing, kayaking, and enjoying all that waterfront living has to offer. The spacious upper level includes three bedrooms and a full bath. The main level features a luxurious primary bedroom suite with a private bath, along with additional flexible living space that could serve as a home office, formal dining room, or gathering space. The lower level offers another bedroom, a full bath, and additional room for recreation, guests, or customized living needs. With its spectacular river frontage, indoor pool and spa amenities, multiple outdoor entertaining areas, and sought-after Forest Hills schools, this one-of-a-kind home offers an unparalleled lifestyle on the Thornapple River.

2465 Cascade Springs Drive SE, Grand Rapids

$365,000

26044141 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status

This is the Forest Hills opportunity you have been waiting for! 1.65 acre lot with private frontage on Lomond Lake. Convenient location close to schools, shopping, and Meijer Gardens. Proposed boundary adjustment is subject to final approval. Do not walk site without prior approval.

3584 Michigan Street NE, Grand Rapids

$384,900

26043978 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status

Tucked away along a scenic Natural Beauty Road, this beautiful 7+ acre wooded parcel offers a rare opportunity to build your dream home within the highly sought-after Forest Hills School District. Surrounded by mature trees and peaceful natural beauty, the property provides privacy, space, and an exceptional setting to enjoy the outdoors. Adding to its charm, fish-filled McCords Creek-a tributary of the Thornapple River, winds through the property, creating a picturesque backdrop and a truly special connection to nature. With the property already surveyed and perc tested, much of the preliminary work has been completed. Bring your vision and discover the possibilities this remarkable piece of land has to offer!

8289 52nd Street SE, Alto

$319,900

3 Beds ⋅ 1 Baths ⋅ 26043961 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status

Waterfront acreage in Forest Hills Schools! Tucked among mature trees, this 3-bedroom, 1-bath home offers 1755 finished sqft on 1.47 acres with approximately 434 feet of private frontage, including channel frontage and 28 feet directly on peaceful, no-wake Emerald Lake. The main level features a spacious living room with stone gas fireplace and sliders to a large deck, an open kitchen/dining area, main-floor laundry, full bath and two bedrooms with a shared walk-in closet. Upstairs, find a generous third bedroom with built-ins plus a walk-through flex space with potential for an office, studio or additional living space. An attached garage and detached brick garage/barn add exceptional storage and workspace. A dock is included and needs repair. Bring your vision to restore this one-of-a-kind waterfront retreat. Sold as-is; cash only due to known foundation concerns. Inspection report available. Schedule your private showing today!

2027 Valentine Street NE, Grand Rapids

$675,000

4 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 26039416 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status

Forest Hills Schools + GR Twp. | One-of-a-kind Mid-Century Modern lakefront home tucked into 1.4 wooded acres on a quiet Whispering Pines cul-de-sac. Designed into the hillside overlooking crystal-clear, spring-fed, 50-foot-deep Perch Lake, the home offers west-facing sunsets, 97' of private frontage and a rustic beachhouse. Soaring beamed ceilings, two double-sided brick fireplaces, a loft bedroom, open bridgeway and two-story iron spiral staircase create distinctive MCM character. Organic Modernist stylistic influences reflect a collaboration between architect Randy Cooper and longtime GVSU Art & Design professor Chester Alkema. The walkout level can function as a private suite with two bedrooms, full kitchen, bath and patio overlooking the woods and lake. Wildridge offers a rare combination of 3,560 finished square feet, a main-floor primary, acreage, waterfront, private wooded setting and and distinctive architecture.

3365 Wildridge Drive NE, Grand Rapids

$824,900

4 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 26039326 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status

Welcome to 926 Dogwood Meadows Drive! This beautifully appointed 2-story waterfront retreat offers nearly 3,700 sq. ft. of balanced formal and casual living in Forest Hills Central Schools, just steps from Ada's vibrant village. Nestled on protected preserves, it features 4 bedrooms, 2.5 baths, NEW Mirage hardwood floors, NEW carpet, custom built-ins, and a NEW gas fireplace. The kitchen includes custom cabinetry, quartz counters, stainless appliances, and a bright sunroom leading to an outdoor oasis with more than just a yard. Enjoy year-round recreation 24/7-365 days of the year-kayaking, canoeing, fishing, swimming, ice skating, sledding, ice-fishing, and so much more! The renovated primary suite showcases scenic views, vaulted ceiling, soaking tub, dual quartz vanity, and large dressing closet. A walkout lower level provides expansive entertaining space, fresh paint, new carpet, and future bath plumbing. Outdoor living shines with a large deck overlooking waterfront and wooded views, professional landscaping, sprinklers, and a 2-car garage + tandem. Enjoy an active lifestyle with parks, shops, dining, and recreation just beyond your doorstep.

926 Dogwood Meadows Drive SE Unit 45, Ada

$379,900

3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 26037963 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status

Welcome home to this charming waterfront retreat on the crystal-clear, spring-fed shores of beautiful Balsam Lake! Nestled on a spacious lot in the highly sought-after Forest Hills School District, this property is a true oasis offering the perfect blend of peaceful lakeside living and everyday convenience. Located just minutes from Knapp's Corner, shopping, dining, entertainment, and major highways, you'll enjoy an "up north" lifestyle without sacrificing city amenities. Step outside your back door to fish, kayak, canoe, or paddle across the tranquil waters, or simply relax and take in the breathtaking natural surroundings. Wildlife enthusiasts will love the abundance of bass, pike, bluegill, deer, turkey, apple trees, and raspberry bushes that make this property feel like a private nature retreat. Inside, the home features two main-floor bedrooms, two inviting living spaces, and a dormer-style upper level with exciting expansion potential by simply adding ..... Welcome home to this charming waterfront retreat on the crystal-clear, spring-fed shores of beautiful Balsam Lake! Nestled on a spacious lot in the highly sought-after Forest Hills School District, this property is a true oasis offering the perfect blend of peaceful lakeside living and everyday convenience. Located just minutes from Knapp's Corner, shopping, dining, entertainment, and major highways, you'll enjoy an "up north" lifestyle without sacrificing city amenities. Step outside your back door to fish, kayak, canoe, or paddle across the tranquil waters, or simply relax and take in the breathtaking natural surroundings. Wildlife enthusiasts will love the abundance of bass, pike, bluegill, deer, turkey, apple trees, and raspberry bushes that make this property feel like a private nature retreat. Inside, the home features two main-floor bedrooms, two inviting living spaces, and a dormer-style upper level with exciting expansion potential by simply adding baseboard heat. Whether you're a first-time homebuyer, looking to downsize, searching for a vacation getaway, looking to remodel and expand the current design, or envisioning the perfect location to build your future dream home, this property offers endless possibilities. Additional highlights include an above-ground pool for summer fun, a large existing dog run that can easily remain or be removed to create an even more expansive backyard, and the freedom of no HOA restrictions. Surrounded by stunning million-dollar homes, this rare waterfront property presents an incredible opportunity to own a piece of paradise while making a smart investment in one of the area's most desirable locations. Don't miss your chance to experience the beauty, serenity, and lifestyle that Balsam Lake has to offer!

2215 Maguire Avenue NE, Grand Rapids

$909,900

5 Beds ⋅ 4 Baths ⋅ 26036798 MLS ⋅ ACTIVE Status ⋅ ADA MOORINGS BLDG.

WATERFRONT/WOODED RETREAT AT ADA MOORINGS! Just steps from Ada's charming downtown, this destination neighborhood blends nature, community, and recreation year-round. This beautifully appointed 2-story waterfront retreat sits among protected preserves featuring 5 bedrooms and 3.5 baths balance formal and casual living with a top-of-the-line kitchen, soaring 9- and 18-foot ceilings. Open-concept entertaining, formal living and dining, bright sunroom, office, and elevated custom finishes. Second level includes a spacious primary suite with bonus room, renovated bath, plus 3 additional bedrooms, and 2nd full bath. Walkout lower level includes a large entertaining area with new LVP flooring, 5th bedroom, 3rd full bath, bonus room, playroom/office, ample storage, and access to outdoors entertaining. Enjoy your outdoor oasis just steps from your back door with year-round recreation 24/7-365 days of the year-kayaking, canoeing, swimming, fishing, ice skating, ice fishing, sledding, and woodland trails. It's not just your "back yard". It's an outdoor recreation arena! Be a part of an active community lifestyle with walking, running, cycling, concerts, shopping, dining, and more just beyond your door.

974 Dogwood Meadows Drive SE, Ada

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