Few US cities hold as much promise as Kalamazoo, Michigan. Locals tend to stay, and transplants fall instantly in love with the beautiful cityscape, stable economy, and charming neighborhoods.

Now, buyers of all types can enjoy the perks of living in this great city. The Villas of Stonehenge, a new community of homes in Kalamazoo, MI with some exciting features that tend to rate high with even the pickiest buyers.

Distinguished by fresh interior and exterior design elements, superior construction materials, and coveted quality details normally reserved for costlier homes, just a few of the features include:

Exterior features:

- Richly coordinated exterior colors with stone or brick and color coordinated lap siding

- High roof pitch (common with expensive single family designs)

- Quality vinyl clad double glass windows with screens and special "round top" design

- Insulated steel entry doors, and insulated windows and walls in the private, glass enclosed veranda

- Beautifully landscaped and sodded lawn areas

Interior features:

- Entry foyer with ceramic floor

- Large great room with cathedral ceiling, top round window, and gas log, and fireplace with built-in mantle

- Formal dining area

- Beautifully crafted kitchen cabinetry

- Breakfast bar, large dinette area, and designer laminate counter tops

- Top of the line appliances

- Double stainless steel sink

What more could you need in 1,700-1,850 square foot home priced from the low $200,000's? If these homes in Kalamazoo, MI sounds like your cup of tea, visit or contact the Stonehenge sales office at 2500 Bluestone Circle, Kalamazoo, MI 49009; (269) 353-4931.

With the high profile status of the Detroit job market, many are wondering if there are still Michigan job opportunities out there. If this sounds like you, try looking into the Grand Rapids area – specifically, Ada. The home of at least one large, well-known corporation, Ada may be a good option for many who have looked elsewhere throughout the state. Plus, the city continues to build new home communities, making it attractive to buyers who desire the clean slate that only a new home can offer.

One new community of Ada homes for sale is The Villas of Ada. Still under construction, this new neighborhood of Ada homes features a pool, a clubhouse (the kind you’ll actually want to hang out in), and other manicured, outdoor common areas make this the kind of neighborhood where you can surely make friends for life. And if you’d rather stay indoors, that’s okay too; because your home is spacious, comfortable, and masterfully designed. With up to three bedrooms, and two or three baths, spread over 1,715 - 1,920 square feet of living space, there’s so much to love about the homes. This community is a win-win for Grand Rapids area buyers!

What’s the entry point for those interested in these Ada homes for sale? Guess what? They’re priced from the incredibly affordable high $170,000's. When you consider the Epcon Communities’ maintenance free lifestyle, you’ll enjoy, you’ll realize that’s one great deal! For more information, contact The Villas of Ada sales office at (616) 530-9600.

Many buyers have found a home in Wyoming, Michigan, a large city - in fact, the largest suburb - in the Grand Rapids area. Now, those in the market for homes in Wyoming, MI have one more great option to choose from: The Villas at Rivertown, where buyers are setting out to embark on a new path. What does that mean?

If you believe that people are a product of their environment, then you are about to become content, enriched and invigorated. Think of it as part of the daily rewards you’ll enjoy by living in an Epcon Community. Let’s focus, for example, on the clubhouse, which is an idyllic community centerpiece for social, recreational and fitness activity. This complex offers resort-style amenities, just a few steps from your front door. It’s where the neighborhood gathers to watch the big game on the big screen, where friends meet for a game of cards, or where the backgammon tournament takes place. Of course, the poolside provides the perfect environment to dive into that book at the top of your reading list. The smartly appointed and tastefully decorated main room is both welcoming and comfortable. The fireplace is warm and inviting, and the large windows will make you feel like this is a natural extension of your home.

Imagine: Parties don’t have to be in your home, because you have a kitchen with appliances already at your fingertips in the clubhouse – plus, game and billiard tables. Your invited guests will feel welcomed, and you’ll impress them all the more. But your home is nothing to shy away from: It’s spacious, attractive, and maintained impeccably on the exterior. The homes feature two or three bedrooms, two baths, and range from 1,157 - 1,907 square feet. All of this, priced from the high $100,000's!

If these homes in Wyoming, MI pique your interest, inquire at The Villas at Rivertown by calling (616) 530-9600, or stop in at 3510 Water Walk Drive, Wyoming, MI 49418.

The Villas at the River is a stunning new home community in the charming Kalamazoo area, where a wonderful combination of world-class features, superior amenities, and a convenient and serene location come together to make a truly unique new home experience from Epcon Communities. Situated in a fantastic location that offers a cozy countryside feel on the banks of the St. Joseph River, The Villas at the River is only one mile away from some of the area's best shopping, dining, and entertainment. With features like a heated outdoor swimming pool, tranquil wooded trails, and a choice of beautiful views from your new home (which includes blue water ponds, lush woods, or the St. Joseph River), The Villas at the River is gives every indication that you would be hard-pressed to find a more affordably luxurious new home community in Michigan.

The crown jewel of all of the amenities at The Villas at the River, the community Clubhouse is a fantastic place for either relaxation, or socializing with friends. The Clubhouse features a fireplace, a gathering room, card playing areas, a lounge area, a kitchen, a pool table, and a large-screen television. Residents of The Villas at the River also have the option of staying fit and active with a exercise room, working on their golf game at the indoor golf ball driving and putting area.

Residents of The Villas at the River also get to enjoy a superior maintenance-free lifestyle, with no yard work, no snow removal, and no exterior maintenance all just part of the package that comes with owning a new home at The Villas at the River.

A cozy but vibrant city, Kalamazoo is the largest city in the southwest region of Michigan, and is the home to both Western Michigan University and Kalamazoo College, two institutions that guarantee that unique culture and youthful energy will be an ever-present element within the area, which is a great complement to the charming atmosphere of the city itself. A notable center for the arts, Kalamazoo boasts the Kalamazoo institute of Arts, and the city's Arts Council holds an Art Hop every first Friday of the month, and residents also get to enjoy year-round concerts from top performers at either the State Theatre, Miller Auditorium at Western Michigan University, and Wings Stadium. In Downtown Kalamazoo, families will love the Kalamazoo Valley museum, as well as the Planetarium, where both the young and the young at heart can get hands on with science. And for an adult beer enthusiasts out there, Kalamazoo is a veritable Mecca of microbreweries, with Bell's Brewing Company based in the city, as well as several other breweries and brewpubs located within the area.

The Villas at the River Kalamazoo new homes for sale are now available in several masterfully-crafted floorplans, which range in size anywhere from 1,325 to 1,985 square feet, and with plans that offer 2 bedrooms and 2 baths. New home prices are starting from around the high $100,000's. If you would like to learn more about The Villas at the River in Kalamazoo, Michigan, please call 269-208-1697.