Kent Trails

Kent Trails

Did you know the Grand Rapids area has around 100 miles of off-road, paved, non-motorized trails for public use? Grab your water bottle, sweatband, bicycle or running shoes and hit a portion of what makes Grand Rapids great: the Kent Trails. Stretching for 15 miles, Kent Trails makes use of former railroad grades for a…

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Gerald R. Ford International Airport (GRR)

Are you dreading the thought of going through another brutal Michigan winter? Dreaming of a tropical paradise? Wanting to go to some exotic, far-flung locale? Look no further than taking one of 24 direct flights from Grand Rapids’ own, world-class Gerald R. Ford International Airport (GRR). Grab your water bottle and travel pillow as we…

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The West Side: A Neighborhood Guide

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With hundreds of millions of dollars in neighborhood development taking place over the past several years, the West Side has become Grand Rapids’ hotspot for new restaurants, breweries, shops and apartments. Join Blu House Properties as we take you inside some of the places that make the West Side the “best side.” The West Side…

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Beer City, USA

Haven’t you heard? There is some fierce competition for who puts together the best concoction of hops, malt, yeast and fermentation. With over 50 breweries in the metropolitan area, Grand Rapids has definitely earned its reputation and title as Beer City, USA. We believe this title should be Beer Region, USA. West Michigan arguably has…

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Frederik Meijer Gardens and Sculpture Park

Whether you want to see the largest replica of Leonardo da Vinci’s horse, spend some time in an arid, desert environment in January, experience the peace and tranquility of a Japanese Garden or see a top-rated musical act in beautiful surroundings, Frederik Meijer Gardens and Sculpture Park is a must-visit attraction for all ages. Join…

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John Ball Zoo in Grand Rapids

Monkeys, lemurs, polar bears, oh my! Located on the West Side of Grand Rapids, the John Ball Zoo spans 140 acres. The zoo is a West Michigan landmark, and has been around for over 125 years. There is truly something for children, teens, adults and seniors at the zoo. Join us as we take you…

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Best Pizza in Grand Rapids

Sauce. Crust. Cheese. No matter what your favorite topping are, all pizzas are judged on the right amount of zesty tomato sauce, freshly shredded cheese and the right amount of chewiness and crispness in the crust. Forget the chains, this post recognizes the local establishments around town that make traditional pizza in a deck oven…

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We continue our positive growth!

A big thanks to the Grand Rapids Business Journal for this write-up! We strive to make sure our relationships continue to impact positively in our communities. http://www.grbj.com/articles/87584-blu-house-properties-continues-expansion If you have questions about how we can help connect you with any of our sister companies, call us at 616-288-2801. For more information on One Bourbon, visit…

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Real Estate Market Update | Feb 2017

The Grand Rapids Association of Realtors® has just released the housing numbers for Feb 2017. Here are some down and dirty numbers: Compared to last year, we had even fewer single-family homes on the market, down by almost 12% Residential closed sales were down from this time last year as well, just over 8% under…

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Alpine Estate Condominium

How about a mixture of comfort and beauty? Alpine condo, situated on 8.4 acres of land with each condo has a charming design, provides you with these and a lot more. This condominium has a serene environment which is very close to the Georgetown Golf and Swim Club; little distance away from the bus stop,…

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