$799,900
1901 Forest Shores Drive SE
Grand Rapids, MI 49546
MLS# 26018927
4 beds  |  3 baths  |  1959 sqft


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Exterior Exterior Exterior Exterior Entry Living Room Living Room Living Room Deck Deck Deck Dining Room Dining Room Kitchen Kitchen Kitchen Kitchen Sunroom Sunroom Entry to Primary Primary Bedroom Primary Bedroom Primary Bath Primary Bath Laundry Room Half Bath 2 Rec Room Rec Room Kitchenette Hall Storage 2nd Bedroom 2nd Bedroom 3rd Bedroom 3rd Bedroom 2nd Full Bath 2nd Full Bath Storage Room Basement Floor Plan Exterior Walden Lake Deck with Hot Tub Lower Deck Exterior All Floors

Property Description
Say ''Hello!'' to this incredible 4 bedroom, 2.5 bath mid-century walkout ranch with private frontage on Walden Lake. This is a rare opportunity to own a home in one of the area's most prestigious and serene settings. Nestled among mature trees, this property offers the feeling of a secluded retreat while remaining just minutes from shopping, dining, schools, parks, and bike paths. Rich in character and thoughtfully designed for comfortable, modern living, the open-concept floor plan is enhanced by expansive windows that flood the home with natural light and showcase captivating lake views from nearly every room. The welcoming entry opens to a spacious living room anchored by a stunning floor-to-ceiling fieldstone gas fireplace, with sliders leading to a beautiful deck overlooking the backyard and water. The living space flows seamlessly into a bright, light-filled dining area and kitchen, featuring abundant cabinetry, generous counter space, and charming mid-century details. A lovely

Details
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Location & Property Info
Cross Streets: Cascade SE
Property Sub-Type: Single Family Residence
Municipality: Cascade Twp
Office/Contract Info
Auction or For Sale: For Sale
List Price/SqFt: 408.32
Ownership Type: Private Owned
General Property Info
New Construction: No
Lot Dimensions: Irregular
Road Frontage: 168
Garage Y/N: Yes
Garage Spaces: 2
Fireplace: Yes
Total Fireplaces: 2
Waterfront: Yes
Body of Water: Walden Lake
Income Property: No
Basement: Yes
Total Rooms AG: 5
Total Fin SqFt All Levels: 3148
SqFt Above Grade: 1959
Below Grade Finished SqFt: 1189
Below Grade Unfinished SqFt: 443
Building Total SqFt: 3591
Total Beds Above Grade: 1
Statewide Lakes & Rivers: Walden Lake
Main Level Primary: Yes
Stories: 1
School District: Forest Hills
Elementary School: Thornapple Elementary School
High School: Forest Hills Central High School
Middle School: Central Middle School
Association YN: No
Lot Measurement: Acres
Lot Acres: 0.82
Lot Square Footage: 35879
Year Built: 1976
Total Bedrooms: 4
Full Baths: 2
Half Baths: 1
Total Baths: 3
Tax Info
Taxable Value: 330400
SEV: 330400
For Tax Year: 2026
Seller's Annual Property Tax: 7323.91
Tax Year: 2025
Homestead %: 100
Spec Assessment & Type: None Known to Agent
Zoning: 401-Res Imp
Tax ID #: 41-19-05-351-028
Remarks & Misc
Public Remarks: Say ''Hello!'' to this incredible 4 bedroom, 2.5 bath mid-century walkout ranch with private frontage on Walden Lake. This is a rare opportunity to own a home in one of the area's most prestigious and serene settings. Nestled among mature trees, this property offers the feeling of a secluded retreat while remaining just minutes from shopping, dining, schools, parks, and bike paths. Rich in character and thoughtfully designed for comfortable, modern living, the open-concept floor plan is enhanced by expansive windows that flood the home with natural light and showcase captivating lake views from nearly every room. The welcoming entry opens to a spacious living room anchored by a stunning floor-to-ceiling fieldstone gas fireplace, with sliders leading to a beautiful deck overlooking the backyard and water. The living space flows seamlessly into a bright, light-filled dining area and kitchen, featuring abundant cabinetry, generous counter space, and charming mid-century details. A lovely
Legal: LOT 5 * FOREST SHORES PLAT
Waterfront Options
Water Access Y/N: Yes
Water Frontage: 93
Water Type
Lake: 1
Water Fea. Amenities
Dock: 1
No Wake: 1
Private Frontage: 1
Lot Description
Wooded: 1
Street Type
Paved: 1
Public: 1
Util Avail at Street
Cable Available: 1
Electricity Available: 1
High Speed Internet: 1
Natural Gas Available: 1
Phone Available: 1
Utilities Attached
Cable Connected: 1
High Speed Internet: 1
Natural Gas Connected: 1
Phone Connected: 1
Sewer
Septic Tank: 1
Water
Public: 1
Terms Available
Cash: 1
Conventional: 1
Mineral Rights
Unknown: 1
Laundry Features
Laundry Room: 1
Main Level: 1
Exterior Material
Stone: 1
Wood Siding: 1
Roofing
Composition: 1
Parking Features
Attached: 1
Garage Door Opener: 1
Garage Faces Side: 1
Heat Source
Natural Gas: 1
Sale Conditions
None: 1
Heat Type
Baseboard: 1
Hot Water: 1
Radiant: 1
Air Conditioning
Central Air: 1
Access Feat
Accessibility Features: Yes
Accessibility Feat
36 Inch Entrance Door: 1
36' or + Hallway: 1
Accessible Mn Flr Bedroom: 1
Accessible Mn Flr Full Bath: 1
Upper Rooms
Total Baths Above Grade: 2
Main Rooms
Main Bedrooms: 1
Main Full Baths: 1
Main Half Baths: 1
Main Level SQFT: 1959
Lower Rooms
Lower Finished SQFT: 0
Total Lower SQFT: 0
Basement Rooms
Basement Bedrooms: 3
Basement Full Baths: 1
Basement Finished SQFT: 1189
Total Basement SQFT: 1632
Driveway
Asphalt: 1
Substructure
Full: 1
Walk-Out Access: 1
Kitchen Features
Center Island: 1
Desk Built-In: 1
Eating Area: 1
Mud Room Access: 1
Pantry: 1
Fireplace
Gas Log: 1
Living Room: 1
Recreation Room: 1
Wood Burning: 1
Additional Items
Basement Finished: 1
Ceiling Fan(s): 1
Ensuite: 1
Garage Door Opener: 1
Humidifier: 1
Sump Pump: 1
Wet Bar: 1
Appliances
Dishwasher: 1
Dryer: 1
Microwave: 1
Range: 1
Refrigerator: 1
Washer: 1
Water Softener Owned: 1
Water Heater
Natural Gas: 1
Patio and Porch Features
Patio: 1
Deck: 1
Flooring
Carpet: 1
Stone: 1
Security Features
Security System: 1
Landscape
Garden Area: 1
Ground Cover: 1
Underground Sprinkler: 1
Architectural Style
Mid-Century Modern: 1
Ranch: 1
Possession
See Remarks: 1
Location Property Info
County: Kent
Street #: 1901
Street Name: Forest Shores
Suffix: Drive
Post Direction: SE
State: MI
Zip Code: 49546
Zip (4): 6436
OfficeContract Info
Status: Active
List Price: $799,900
Current Price: $799,900
Listing Date: 2026-04-30
Remarks Misc
Directions: Spaulding to Cascade, East to Forest Shores. South to home on west side of road.
Property Features
Water Type: Lake
Accessibility Feat: 36 Inch Entrance Door; 36' or + Hallway; Accessible Mn Flr Bedroom; Accessible Mn Flr Full Bath
Laundry Features: Laundry Room; Main Level
Exterior Material: Stone; Wood Siding
Roofing: Composition
Substructure: Full; Walk-Out Access
Lot Description: Wooded
Sewer: Septic Tank
Water: Public
Utilities Attached: Cable Connected; High Speed Internet; Natural Gas Connected; Phone Connected
Util Avail at Street: Cable Available; Electricity Available; High Speed Internet; Natural Gas Available; Phone Available
Kitchen Features: Center Island; Desk Built-In; Eating Area; Mud Room Access; Pantry
Fireplace: Gas Log; Living Room; Recreation Room; Wood Burning
Additional Items: Basement Finished; Ceiling Fan(s); Ensuite; Garage Door Opener; Humidifier; Sump Pump; Wet Bar
Appliances: Dishwasher; Dryer; Microwave; Range; Refrigerator; Washer; Water Softener Owned
Heat Source: Natural Gas
Heat Type: Baseboard; Hot Water; Radiant
Air Conditioning: Central Air
Water Heater: Natural Gas
Flooring: Carpet; Stone
Patio and Porch Features: Deck; Patio
Security Features: Security System
Landscape: Garden Area; Ground Cover; Underground Sprinkler
Parking Features: Attached; Garage Door Opener; Garage Faces Side
Architectural Style: Mid-Century Modern; Ranch
Driveway: Asphalt
Street Type: Paved; Public
Mineral Rights: Unknown
Terms Available: Cash; Conventional
Possession: See Remarks
Sale Conditions: None
Supplements
four-season sunroom with more sliders provides the perfect place to relax and take in lake views year-round. The main floor also offers a spacious primary suite with a private bath and ample closet space, along with a convenient main-floor laundry and half bath. The walkout lower level is ideal for entertaining or multi-generational living, complete with a large rec room featuring a second fireplace, a billiards area, and a convenient kitchenette. Three additional bedrooms and a full bath provide plenty of space for guests. Custom built-ins and abundant storage throughout add both function and charm. Sliders lead to an expansive deck, creating a seamless indoor-outdoor living experience. This space is an entertainer's dream, featuring an outdoor kitchen, privacy wall, hot tub, and ample space to unwind while enjoying the peaceful, park-like setting and direct lake access. While much of the home retains its original mid-century charm, it offers a solid foundation and exceptional layout ready for your personal updates. This is a rare opportunity to own a one-of-a-kind waterfront oasis in the highly sought-after Forest Hills School District. Seller improvements include foundational and retaining wall repairs, and resurfaced driveway. Schedule your showing today!
Room Information
Room Name Level
Living RoomMain
Dining RoomMain
KitchenMain
Family RoomMain
Primary BedroomMain
Primary BathroomMain
LaundryMain
Bathroom 2Main
RecreationBasement
Bedroom 2Basement
Bedroom 3Basement
Bedroom 4Basement
Bathroom 3Basement

IDX
Listing Office: Hello Homes GR
Listing Agent: Ashley Schaefer

Last Updated: April - 30 - 2026

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