KENT COUNTY, MI – Nestled in a quiet area of Ada Township, is a sleek, contemporary style condo that features high-end finishes and spacious, flexible floor plans with light-filled living areas.
The stand-alone condo, located at 5659 Sanctuary Dr. NE, in one of West Michigan’s premier gated communities, The Sanctuary, is MLive’s House of the Week. A home is showcased every Wednesday.
This modern home with three bedrooms and two and half bathrooms is for sale for $715,000. But the house itself is only part of what makes a home. Good neighborhoods have amenities, appearance and accessibility.
“The neighborhood is in a 75-acre community that focuses on preserving nature,” said Realtor Leslie Ruppel with J.H. Realty Partners. “There are groomed walking paths, a small pond and gazebo for the neighborhood to enjoy and a babbling stream that is very relaxing to listen to.”
The neighborhood connects to the Ada walking and bike path that allows residents to go to downtown Ada or Roselle Park on a safe path.
The exterior of the contemporary styled ranch home located at 5659 Sanctuary Dr. NE in Ada, Michigan. The 3790 sq. ft. home is listed for $715,000. The home is a part of Sanctuary, a gated community of 75 acres with footpaths, fishing pond, gazebo and access to Ada’s walk/bike paths. (Image provided by Lisa VanderLoo)Image provided by Lisa VanderLoo
The residence is set on a serene 0.168-acre lot that offers tranquility and highly coveted privacy.
The living room of the contemporary styled ranch home located at 5659 Sanctuary Dr. NE in Ada, Michigan. The 3790 sq. ft. home is listed for $715,000. The home is a part of The Sanctuary, a gated community of 75 acres with footpaths, fishing pond, gazebo and access to Ada’s walk/bike paths. (Image provided by Lisa VanderLoo)Image provided by Lisa VanderLoo
The open concept main floor allows for natural light and views of private backyard. There are fireplaces in the family and living room areas.
The kitchen of the contemporary styled ranch home located at 5659 Sanctuary Dr. NE in Ada, Michigan. The 3790 sq. ft. home is listed for $715,000. The home is a part of Sanctuary, a gated community of 75 acres with footpaths, fishing pond, gazebo and access to Ada’s walk/bike paths. (Image provided by Lisa VanderLoo)Image provided by Lisa VanderLoo
The gourmet kitchen features high-end appliances, including a Dacor Epicure range, stove, and warming drawer. There is also an Asko dishwasher and Grohe faucets. There is custom cabinetry with an abundance of counter space.
The master bedroom of the contemporary styled ranch home located at 5659 Sanctuary Dr. NE in Ada, Michigan. There is also a 16×22 separate area with 220 outlets. The 3790 sq. ft. home is listed for $715,000. (Image provided by Lisa VanderLoo)Image provided by Lisa VanderLoo
The home has three large bedrooms – two on the main floor and one on the lower level. The owners suite has cathedral ceilings, dual closets and a private bath with heated floors.
The master bathroom of the contemporary styled ranch home located at 5659 Sanctuary Dr. NE in Ada, Michigan. There is also a 16×22 separate area with 220 outlets. The 3790 sq. ft. home is listed for $715,000. (Image provided by Lisa VanderLoo)Image provided by Lisa VanderLoo
The bathrooms are spacious and functional. There is a full and half bathroom on the main floor and a full bathroom on the lower level.
The basement office space of the contemporary styled ranch home located at 5659 Sanctuary Dr. NE in Ada, Michigan. There is also a 16×22 separate area with 220 outlets. The 3790 sq. ft. home is listed for $715,000. (Image provided by Lisa VanderLoo)Image provided by Lisa VanderLoo
The lower level of this home has a huge office, in floor-heat throughout, living areas with a second fireplace, wet bar, and a third bedroom.
The exterior of the contemporary style condo located at 5659 Sanctuary Dr. NE in Ada, Michigan. The 3790 sq. ft. home is listed for $715,000. The home is a part of The Sanctuary, a gated community of 75 acres. (Image provided by Lisa VanderLoo)
The garage holds up to four cars. There are two stalls behind the normal two stall garage that has 220 outlets and is heated. The area is described as perfect for storing a summer car, boat or motorcycles.
The dining room of the contemporary styled ranch home located at 5659 Sanctuary Dr. NE in Ada, Michigan. The 3790 sq. ft. home is listed for $715,000. The home is a part of Sanctuary, a gated community of 75 acres with footpaths, fishing pond, gazebo and access to Ada’s walk/bike paths. (Image provided by Lisa VanderLoo)Image provided by Lisa VanderLoo
The condo has a comfortable, functional dining room. The large table is perfect for the light-filled room with a view.
The exterior of the contemporary styled ranch home located at 5659 Sanctuary Dr. NE in Ada, Michigan. The 3790 sq. ft. home is listed for $715,000. The home is a part of Sanctuary, a gated community of 75 acres with footpaths, fishing pond, gazebo and access to Ada’s walk/bike paths. (Image provided by Lisa VanderLoo)Image provided by Lisa VanderLoo
This home that is described as being carefully designed has a newer HVAC system and chimney and roof upgrades, according to the listing.
The Sanctuary, a gated community of 75 acres with footpaths, fishing pond, gazebo and access to Ada’s walk/bike paths. The contemporary styled ranch home located at 5659 Sanctuary Dr. NE in Ada, Michigan is inside this gated community. There is also a 16×22 separate area with 220 outlets. The 3790 sq. ft. home is listed for $715,000. (Image provided by Lisa VanderLoo)Image provided by Lisa VanderLoo
View the real estate listing here. See all 66 photos of this modern home here.
MLive’s Monica Scott contributed to this article.
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