Things to Do in Grand Rapids
Nicknamed the "River City," Grand Rapids is a diverse and vibrant city with many opportunities to immerse yourself in culture, education, entertainment, and recreation. The whole family will love exploring the Frederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Park, the Grand Rapids Children's Museum, the Gerald R. Ford Museum, the Grand Rapids Public Museum, and the Grand Rapids Art Museum. Check out the John Ball Zoo, the Blandford Nature Center, the Calvin Ecosystem Preserve & Native Gardens, and Richmond Park for outdoor adventure. Grand Rapids was recently named the best city in America for craft beer and the third best for first-time home buyers. Its economy is consistently ranked as one of the best and fastest growing in the country.
Grand Rapids Industries
Grand Rapid's history as a major furniture-manufacturing center is evidenced by the many furniture companies located here, including Steelcase, Herman Miller, Haworth, Knoll, and American Seating. Other leading industries include printing, graphic arts, plastics and chemicals, grocery wholesale, and food processing.
Most of the Grand Rapids new homes for sale can be found in North Grand Rapids. However, there are also new homes for sale in new housing developments in Holland, 30 miles southwest of the city via I-196.
New Home Lifestyles
When
you buy a home in one of Grand Rapids’s new home communities you get
more than a house. Your new house is in a neighborhood where you can
live an active and engaged life. Your neighbors aren’t just the people
who live next door, they will be lifelong friends. After having fun with
friends and family at the community pool or neighborhood sports
complex, invite your loved ones over to your beautiful new home for a
delicious meal.
To help homeowners make the most of their new
community Grand Rapids homebuilders and developers often include
fantastic amenities in the neighborhood plan including:
- Private Neighorhood Pools
- Community Parks and Playgrounds
- Gated Enclaves
- Sports Facilities
- A Golf Course
Top Grand Rapids School Districts
Altogether nine school districts cater to your kids’ educational needs, including the top rated Forest Hills Public Schools, ranked among the top ten best school districts in Michigan as well as for athletics. Bask in everything the city has to offer.
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New Homes for Sale in Grand Rapids, MI
There are currently 18 subdivisions with 221 new homes for sale in Grand Rapids. These new build homes start at just $253,900 and have up to 5,816 square feet of space so you can find a new home to fit your situation. Choose from 4 home builders with 82 floor plans styles.
Top Homebuilders in Grand Rapids, MI
Having a variety of builders and floor plans means your dream home can soon be a reality in Grand Rapids. Trusted builders like , , and are ready to partner with you from beginning to end. Your satisfaction with quality products will have you pleased to build in the Grand Rapids area. There are 4 home builders in Grand Rapids. You can view our full list of home builders in Grand Rapids, MI here.
Market Overview: New Homes in Grand Rapids, MI
Here is a quick overview of new housing developments in the Grand Rapids area and the new construction market for new build homes in Grand Rapids:
| Market Name |
Grand Rapids |
| State Name |
Michigan |
| Subdivisions |
18 |
| Homes Under Construction |
68 |
| Quick Move-in Homes |
82 |
| Floor Plans |
82 |
| Starting Price |
$253,900 |
| Average Price |
$311,525 |
| Price Per SqFt |
$162 |
| New Home Builders |
4 |
| Leading Builders |
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