Forest Hills Weekly Market Report — October 11, 2026
Buyers are actively writing offers on homes that meet their expectations, while many are bypassing overpriced listings. Sellers should note that homes with competitive pricing are gaining traction, whereas those that are mispriced tend to linger longer on the market.
Market Snapshot
- Active Listings: 110
- Pending / Under Contract: 8
- Homes Sold: 9
- Average List Price: $962,606
- Average Sold Price: $696,111
- Sale-to-List Price Ratio: 0.98
- Average List Price Per SqFt: $379.6
- Average Sold Price Per SqFt: $337.44
- Average Days on Market: 14
- Cumulative Days on Market: 14
- Highest Sale: $1,300,000
- Lowest Sale: $315,000
Weekly Commentary
Buyers remain focused on properties that offer real value, often making quick offers on homes that are well-priced and in good condition. The pending sales indicate a steady demand, as buyers are willing to move forward when they find listings that meet their criteria.
Sellers should be aware that the initial days on the market are crucial. Listings that hit the market at the right price tend to attract interest quickly, while those testing higher price points are experiencing longer days on the market without offers.
What This Means for Buyers
Buyers should consider being more aggressive in their offers on homes that are priced competitively. The current market allows for negotiation, especially on properties that may have been sitting for a while.
Right now, buyers are discerning. They are likely to write offers on homes that feel like a good deal rather than settling for anything less. If a listing has been on the market for a while, there may be more room for negotiation.
Sellers should be mindful that pricing correctly from the start can lead to quicker sales. Homes that miss the mark on price are simply not getting the attention they need.
For buyers, this is a good time to focus on listings that have been stagnant. They might present opportunities for negotiation that could result in a better deal.
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
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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.
