Forest Hills Weekly Market Report — July 19, 2026
This week’s real estate market in Forest Hills showcases a robust landscape with a significant number of active listings and strong buyer engagement. Homes are moving quickly, reflecting both demand and effective pricing strategies, evident in the sale-to-list price ratio.
Market Snapshot
- Active Listings: 99
- Pending / Under Contract: 12
- Homes Sold: 11
- Average List Price: $988,899
- Average Sold Price: $663,500
- Sale-to-List Price Ratio: 0.99
- Average List Price Per SqFt: $404.79
- Average Sold Price Per SqFt: $319.76
- Average Days on Market: 18
- Cumulative Days on Market: 18
- Highest Sale: $1,365,000
- Lowest Sale: $246,500
Weekly Commentary
This week, buyer enthusiasm is palpable. With 12 homes under contract, it’s clear that buyers are not waiting long to make decisions. The active listings are holding steady, giving options to those in the market.
The current landscape indicates a seller-favorable environment, as well-priced homes are moving swiftly. Buyers need to act decisively to secure their desired properties.
What This Means for Buyers
Buyers should focus on readiness. With homes selling quickly and the competitive landscape evident, it’s essential to prepare strong offers. Timing is crucial, as hesitation could mean missing out on prime opportunities.
The Forest Hills market is buzzing this week, with a healthy number of active listings and a solid number of pending sales. Buyers are clearly motivated, and the homes that are well-priced are attracting immediate attention.
This means sellers have an edge, but it also indicates that buyers who are willing to act quickly can still find great properties. It’s about being strategic and recognizing when to move.
My advice? Don’t wait! The market is moving, and being proactive is key to landing the right home.
Jason Pohlonski is a licensed real estate professional serving Grand Rapids and surrounding West Michigan communities.
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About the Author
Jason Pohlonski
is a Michigan licensed real estate salesperson with Keller Williams Grand Rapids East. He helps buyers and sellers throughout Forest Hills, Ada, Cascade, Grand Rapids, East Grand Rapids, Byron Center, Jenison, and surrounding West Michigan communities.
Jason began his real estate career in Chicago in 2004, later expanding his experience in Ann Arbor from 2014 to 2019, and has been serving clients in the Grand Rapids area since 2019.
With over 20 years of combined real estate experience across multiple markets, Jason focuses on helping clients make clear real estate decisions involving pricing, offer terms, inspections, appraisals, relocation timing, and buy-sell planning.
Industry Recognition
Jason is recognized by platforms and industry organizations including Zillow, Grand Rapids Magazine Real Estate All-Stars, and Real Producers for his work serving West Michigan buyers and sellers.
Jason also supports One More Moment, a nonprofit that grants wishes to late-stage cancer patients, by donating $100 for every successful closing.
Professional Disclosure
Jason Pohlonski
Michigan Licensed Real Estate Salesperson
License Verification: Verify Michigan License #6501386166
Brokerage: Keller Williams Grand Rapids East
Brokerage Office: 1555 Arboretum Dr. SE, Grand Rapids, MI 49546
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This market report reflects available real estate data and local market observations for Forest Hills, Ada, Cascade, Grand Rapids, and surrounding West Michigan communities at the time of publication. Market statistics can change as listings are updated, corrected, closed, withdrawn, or reported after publication.
This market report is for general informational purposes only and is not legal, tax, financial, insurance, engineering, inspection, or appraisal advice. Buyers and sellers should consult qualified professionals before making decisions involving financing, insurance, inspections, taxes, legal issues, property risk, or valuation.
