Patriot Realty

05/25/2026

On this Memorial Day, may each of us pause to give thanks to those who made the ultimate sacrifice to defend our freedoms.

“A nation that does not honor its heroes will not long endure.” — Abraham Lincoln

05/15/2026

Patriot Realty's latest lakefront listing -- this fabulous 3-bedroom, 2-bath classic cottage with 50' of beautiful sandy frontage on all-sports Fremont Lake. Rarely will you find such a charming cottage with such an ideal setting. Offered at $489,900. Contact Listing Broker Ron Lemmon to schedule your tour.

Welcome to this picture-perfect 3-bedroom, 2-bath year-round cottage on 790-acre all-sports Fremont Lake in Newaygo County, located just an hour from Grand Rapids. With a sunny southern exposure, a deep lot featuring 50' of stunning sandy frontage, and a spacious lakeside lawn, this well-maintained....

04/23/2026

Patriot Realty's latest listing! Welcome home to 1745 Westminster Court in Byron Center. This lovely daylight ranch is move-in ready, with neutral decor, 3 bedrooms, 2.5 baths, and a large fenced backyard. Great location convenient to schools, shopping, and expressways. Offered at $389,900. Schedule your visit with Listing Broker Jeannine Lemmon at 616-450-7711.

Welcome home to this move-in ready daylight ranch, located on a quiet cul-de-sac in Byron Center where homes rarely become available. This move-in ready home has so much to offer. A covered front porch provides a warm welcome and great space to relax and visit with friends and neighbors. Step inside...

02/06/2026

OPEN SUNDAY, February 8, 12-2 p.m. -- Take a tour of this lovely 2-bedroom, 1-bath Union Square condo! Conveniently located on the north side of the building, this condo has easy access from the 4th Street entrance. and an open floor plan with soaring ceilings and a wall of windows. Offered at $259,900. Contact Listing Broker Jeannine Lemmon at 616-450-7711 for details.

01/29/2026

Patriot Realty's newest listing -- this wonderful 2-bedroom, 1-bath Union Square condo! With a convenient location just steps from the 4th Street entrance, this condo is ready for new owners! The open floor plan and soaring ceilings create a great sense of space. And Union Square owners enjoy a rooftop pool and hot tub, plus community room, fitness center, and more. Great location near the vibrant Bridge Street business district. Offered at $259,900. Contact Listing Broker Jeannine Lemmon at 616-450-7711 to schedule your visit!

Welcome home to 600 Broadway NW #204! This wonderful Union Square condo is ready for new owners to enjoy. Conveniently located on the north side of the building, this 2-bedroom, 1-bath condo has easy access from the 4th Street entrance. Step inside to find an open floor plan with soaring ceilings an...

01/01/2026

Happy New Year!! If one of your New Year's resolutions is to make a move in 2026, the agents of Patriot Realty are here to help!

12/24/2025

Sending warm wishes for a Merry Christmas from our home to yours!

Email from Patriot Realty Wishing you a Merry Christmas!   From our house to yours ... a very Merry Christmas! Jeannine & Ron Lemmon Patriot Realty Patriot Realty | 2153 Wealthy Street SE, Suite 296 |

12/18/2025

November 2025 Market Update -- West Michigan listings were up in November, 9.8% from a year ago, continuing the trend in increased inventory that we've seen all year, with new listings up 12.8% YTD

Sales were down 7% in November compared to a year ago. This was the first month that we did not see an increase in sales from 2024. Year-to-date, sales generally have kept pace with listings (up 11.3% for the year), however this decrease in November could signal the beginning of a slow-down -- time will tell.

The average sale price YTD is up to $387,086, up just 1.5% from a year ago. This stat also suggests that the "white hot" seller's market of prior years has cooled, even though inventory remains in seller market territory at 1.3 month's supply.

Average days on market also reflect a cooling market, up to 30 days from 27 days in 2023. In 2023, average days on market was 21.

Given the trends, it remains a good time to sell although sellers must be careful not to overprice property.

Buyers are benefitting from increased inventory and fewer bidding wars, but when it comes to more affordable homes, they can still expect competition.

If you're considering a move in 2026, put the agents of Patriot Realty to work for you!

12/11/2025

From today's Washington Post: What does the Fed rate cut mean for mortgages?

"The Fed’s rate cut might be anticlimactic for Americans flirting with the idea of homeownership. The 30-year mortgage has fallen slightly in the past few months and now stands around 6.19 percent, according to mortgage giant Freddie Mac. That might not change much in coming weeks.

Fixed-term mortgage rates are more influenced by Treasury bond yields, which are determined by investors’ views of the economy as a whole.

Those bond yields can run in the opposite direction of Fed rate changes. When the Fed cut rates late last year, Treasury yields — and mortgage rates — did not follow. Instead they rose, as investors worried about potential upcoming inflation.

If a bank is going to lend you money for 30 years, it has to anticipate how to get that money back at a market interest rate that adapts to the next 30 years of economic ups and downs, said Justin Wolfers, a professor of public policy and economics at the University of Michigan. And that’s harder to predict.

Americans who already locked into a fixed-rate mortgage — which is by far the most common type of mortgage in the United States — won’t see a change at all. That mortgage rate stays the same over the 30- or 15-year lifetime of the loan, unless the borrower refinances.

Fixed-rate mortgage rates have already dropped slightly this year, as the labor market weakens and demand in the housing market remains somewhat sluggish."

12/08/2025

Welcome to 5177 Indian Lakes Road NE! This wonderful 3-bedroom, 1.5-bath walkout ranch is located on 4 wooded acres in the Cedar Springs school district. This home offers loads of privacy, but is conveniently located just minutes from shopping, schools, and US 131. The large covered deck is a perfect spot to relax, and the 2nd 768 sq.ft. garage provides ample storage and space for hobbies. The unfinished lower level offers room to add living space. Offered at $325,000. Contact Listing Broker Jeannine Lemmon at 616-450-7711 to schedule your visit!

Welcome 5177 Indian Lakes Road NE! This one-owner home offers a unique combination of acreage, privacy, and convenience. Located just a half mile east of Northland Drive on 4 heavily-wooded acres, this 3-bedroom, 1.5-bath ranch is minutes to downtown Cedar Springs, schools, and US-131. A no-step ent...