Metro Detroit

NEWSLETTER: MARCH 2024

March 14, 2024

AS EXPECTED

YET STILL IMPRESSIVE: 12 MONTHS AND OVER 200 SOLD

We had a feeling Kensington Ridge would do well, but we also knew rising interest rates could be a game changer, so we were curious to see what would happen.

Roughly 12 months later, Pulte has sold more than 200 units in Milford.

Between the Del Webb product at Kensington Ridge, (over 170 sold), as well as the single-family homes + townhomes at the adjacent Lakeview Estates(over 50 sold), Milford is experiencing a bit of a boom; and Pulte is proving that, if you stay close enough to the highway, it’s an area where new neighborhoods can thrive.

This section of Milford mirrors the popularity of South Lyon; far enough that the prices are reasonable-ish, but close enough (and commute-friendly enough) to attract people not currently living in the area.

Kensington Ridge has several phases to go (though they are seemingly well ahead of schedule); with Lakeview Estates, we predict they’ll be sold out of the single-family homes this year.

If you’re interested in these neighborhoods, have your agent reach out to Pulte directly; or if you’re already working with us, let’s connect to discuss your options and timing.

Don’t navigate this market alone; work with us to ensure you see all of your options…

Pictured above: Kensington Ridge, bustling with activity…

CURRENT LISTINGS

OUR NEW CONSTRUCTION COLLECTION

LOT #15 | WHISPERING RIDGE ESTATES

Progress continues on this BRAND NEW/NEVER-BEEN-BUILT ranch floor plan by Strathdale Development. Featuring 3 bed/2.5 bath/2,450 sqft, a 3-car garage, and a ton of high-end finishes, we anticipate completion by the end of the month.

Some updated pics from 3/12/24:

Located near Benstein & Glengary in Commerce, Whispering Ridge Estates is in one of the few sections of the township that doesn’t require navigating 2-lane roads while winding around every lake in Oakland County, resulting in commute times that range from 30 min to the Donner Party. Yay! Connect with us for the details!

14040 TUPPER LAKE DRIVE | LINDEN

Located near the shores of Lake Ponemah and nestled on the banks of the Shiawassee River, this 2,408 sqft colonial offers 4 bed/2.5 bath and a 3-car garage.

Built by Kensington Family Homes, high-end finishes adorn this open-concept floorplan, featuring a large Chef’s Kitchen that includes a gas cooktop, stainless steel hood, double oven, and microwave, surrounding an oversized island that is perfect for casual dining or entertaining. The owners’ suite features an oversized walk-in closet and a private bath with a separate tub and shower.

The home pictured is of the same plan built elsewhere; this home is anticipated to be complete by July!

Connect with us (if you’re already working with us), or reach out to Julie directly for the details.

UPTOWN VILLAGE | MILFORD

Sure, there’s another notable development getting a lot of attention in the Milford area at the moment, but this quaint new development by Kensington Family Homes puts you a little closer to the heart of Milford.

Located on the north side of Downtown Milford in Uptown Village, these well-appointed 2-3 bed/2.5-3.5 bath townhomes are a short walk to one of Metro Detroit’s most coveted historical downtowns, with rows of shops and restaurants that are steeped in the authenticity that comes with nearly two centuries of cultivation.

Only a small offering of these townhomes will be built, so act soon; connect with us (if you’re already working with us), or reach out to Julie directly for the details.

OUR NOT NEW (BUT NEW TO YOU) COLLECTION

All of our current re-sale listings are under contract – YAY!

IN OTHER RESIDENTIAL CONSTRUCTION NEWS…

NEIGHBORHOOD UPDATES

Prospect Pointe West by Lombardo Homes is now open, offering single-family homes from the $430s. Conveniently located between the western suburbs and Ann Arbor, any neighborhood with new homes starting under $450K is worth a mention!

The model is now open at Prescott Park (pictured above); single-family homes by Hunter Pasteur in West Bloomfield (Bloomfield Hills Schools), starting from $1.3M. From the preview we saw, it looks as beautiful as we expected.

Townes on the Green by Robertson Brothers Homes in Pittsfield Township has begun pre-sales, with prices for the townhomes starting in the upper $400s. At this point, anything new within Ann Arbor Schools under $500K is a bargain.

FOREST AT RIVERWALK | FARMINGTON HILLS

A third Riverwalkdevelopment seems to be in the works, though neighbors are pushing back on the potential destruction of wetlands and green space on the site. Located just east of the earlier Riverwalk developments, the current development would cover a 16 acre parcel along the south side of Folsom Road between Parker and Lundy. The partners behind The Forest at Riverwalk Development LLC are also among the principals at Windmill Homes, who built the Riverwalk and Riverwalk of Farmington neighborhoods… [read more]

BUILDERS: DON’T JUST LIST YOUR HOMES…

GET THEM IN FRONT OF THE RIGHT BUYERS!

Our website caters exclusively to new-home-specific buyers, so in addition to the usual audiences found on the MLS, Zillow, etc., we also bring you local buyers searching specifically for new homes, by creating original, organic content, and pairing it with a social media strategy that guides prospects directly to your listing; and we do it for less than what resale agents charge.

If you’re already working with a client and they have a house to sell, we can help with that as well – using our knowledge of the construction process, to help prevent any issues with timing, etc., when we list their home.

Get in touch to find out how we can sell your homes (and your client’s home), and save everyone money in the process.

Also… if you like what you’ve seen in our March 2024 newsletter, connect with us to find out how your homes can be featured in future newsletters!

AGENTS: BECOME AN EXPERT…

WE ARE THE HOME FOR NEW HOME SPECIALISTS!

Join us. We are growing our national network of New Home Experts® agents across the United States and beyond.

If you are a builders sales rep looking for something different, or an agent/broker with a masterful level of experience selling or building new construction homes in your local market, we want to talk.

Set your business apart from competitors by focusing on this lucrative real estate sector; one that most other agents are either afraid of, intimidated by, or both.

Interested? Let’s chat about the life of an “expert” and if it’s the right path for your career.

CLIENTS: WE LOVED WORKING WITH YOU!

…AND WE WOULD LOVE TO HELP YOUR FAMILY AND FRIENDS AS WELL.

(at least, the ones who are like you)

Our clients mean the world to us, and watching their dreams turn into reality is what keeps us going. We appreciate all of you, and would love the opportunity to help your friends, family, and co-workers as well.

If anyone you refer to us builds, buys, or lists a home with a New Home Experts agent from now until the end of 2024, we will send you a $100 Amazon gift card to show our appreciation.

Call, email, or just send them our way – we’ll take it from there.

And of course, if YOU decide to build, buy, or list with us again, the same offer applies to you.

CONTACT US

Questions about your new home search? Call or email us today – we look forward to hearing from you! Not ready for that kind of commitment? Check out our new-home-specific-search and email us incognito. Use a name like Emma Rhoids. We’ll never know it’s you…