111 Lyon Building Renovation: From Office Tower to 140 Downtown Apartments
One of downtown Grand Rapids’ midcentury office towers is getting a new life and a new purpose.The 111 Lyon Building, located just off Rosa Parks…
Author: Mike Smallegan
Mike Smallegan is a Grand Rapids-based Realtor and team leader who has helped more than 1,500 families and investors buy and sell homes across West Michigan. With deep local knowledge and a passion for community, he shares insights on neighborhoods, history, and the real estate market to help buyers and sellers make confident decisions.
Canal Street Park: A New Vision for the North End Riverfront
A quiet stretch along Monroe Avenue is about to get a bold new identity. The Canal Street Park redevelopment is transforming an underused portion of…
Fulton & Market Towers: The Future of the Grand Rapids Skyline
The surface parking lots at the corner of Fulton and Market have sat quiet for decades. Now, they’re set to become the most dramatic development…
Amway Stadium: Pro Soccer and a New Era for Grand Rapids’ West Side
A new stadium is rising just north of the YMCA on Winter Avenue NW and it’s not just about soccer. The Amway Stadium, now under…
Acrisure Amphitheater: The Riverfront Transformation Grand Rapids Has Been Waiting For
The south end of downtown is about to soundand look very different. The Acrisure Amphitheater, a 12,000-seat open-air venue, is now under construction at 201…
Factory Yards: One of Grand Rapids’ Most Ambitious Redevelopments Yet
Just southwest of downtown, a 15-acre stretch of old industrial buildings is getting a second life—and it could reshape a key corner of Grand Rapids.…