More than housing: Housing Commission builds stability, opportunity and community
The Grand Rapids Housing Commission helps families build stable lives through affordable housing, support services, and community partnerships.
Est. 2026 · Grand Rapids & West Michigan
A boutique brokerage built around the people, the neighborhoods and the small towns that make West Michigan worth coming home to.
Real Estate, Done Differently
Maybe it's a bungalow in Eastown with a porch and a short walk to Wealthy Street. Maybe it's acreage outside Rockford with room for a garden and a dog. Maybe it's a condo downtown close enough to walk to a Griffins game, or a cottage in Holland for the weekends.
We don't think of real estate as a transaction. We think of it as helping you find the spot where your life gets a little bigger. When you work with High Mark you work with Blake directly, from the first call to the closing table, never handed off to an assistant or a junior agent.
Start a conversationHow We Help
From first showing to final walkthrough, we handle the details so you can focus on picturing your life in the space. City neighborhoods, suburbs, country acreage and lakeshore cottages.
Find a homeSmart pricing, professional photography, drone video and a marketing plan built to reach the buyers moving into West Michigan every month.
Get a valuationClient Stories
“Blake was very thorough and knowledgeable. He listed our house at the right price for where the market is at and it sold in 4 days! His listing made me want to buy my house all over again. Will definitely use him again for any real estate needs going forward.”
“Blake was fantastic with our home search — he treated us as a member of his family and having that piece of mind knowing he was looking out for us really helped. If you need help looking for a home, give Blake a call!”
“Blake does outstanding work and is incredibly knowledgeable. Having Blake guide us through as first time home sellers gave us peace of mind. We appreciated his knowledge, honesty and communication skills!”
Meet Your Broker
Broker / Owner
High Mark is a one-broker shop by design. Every call, showing, offer and negotiation is handled by Blake himself, so you always know who is working for you and you never have to repeat your story.
Blake helps buyers find the right home and sellers get top dollar across Kent, Ottawa, Allegan and Muskegon counties, from Grand Rapids neighborhoods to the lakeshore.
Areas I Cover
From Grand Rapids and its suburbs to the Lake Michigan shoreline, small towns and country acreage in nine counties.
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Not on the list? Blake works the towns in between too. Ask about your area
The Market This Month
September 2026 · Grand Rapids–Kentwood metro
Realtor.com data via FRED · updates monthly
More homes to choose from than a year ago, and homes taking 3 more days to sell.
What does this mean for my home?Around West Michigan
The Grand Rapids Housing Commission helps families build stable lives through affordable housing, support services, and community partnerships.
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Get in Touch
Buying, selling or just curious what your place is worth. Drop a line and Blake will get back to you personally, usually the same day.