What is the difference between 2023 and 2029 Dakota Trail in Hastings?
2023 Dakota Trail is a new four-bedroom, 2.5-bath Cornerstone two-story with 2,563 finished square feet at $534,914, while 2029 Dakota Trail is a completed three-bedroom, 2.5-bath Cornerstone ranch with 1,860 square feet at $554,914. Both are in Jones Crossing in Rutland Charter Township, with three-stall garages, unfinished basements plumbed for a bath and a $150-a-year HOA.
By Jason Veenstra, REALTOR® | Veenstra Team brokered by eXp Realty | November 10, 2026
Maybe you've been going back and forth on the same question for months. Do you want everything on one floor, or do you want bedrooms upstairs and more room to spread out? Most people have to answer that by driving all over the county and comparing homes from different builders on different streets.
On Dakota Trail, you can answer it in one afternoon. Cornerstone Construction built both homes, a short walk apart in the same neighborhood. I'm representing both, and I love showing them back to back because the choice gets clear fast.
This staircase leads to all four bedrooms upstairs, with finishing work underway for December.
Side by side: the numbers
2023 Dakota Trail (two-story)
$534,914
4 bedrooms, all upstairs (the large bonus room is the 4th bedroom)
2.5 baths: two full baths upstairs, a half bath on the main floor
2,563 finished square feet
Main-floor laundry
Full unfinished basement, about 1,020 square feet, with egress windows and plumbing for a bath
Attached, drywalled three-stall garage
Expected completion December 2026
2029 Dakota Trail (ranch)
$554,914
3 bedrooms on one level
2.5 baths
1,860 square feet
Unfinished basement plumbed for a bath
Three-car garage on a one-acre homesite
Completed and move-in ready now
Why the two-story at 2023 works so well
The two-story gives you more finished space for less money. You get about 700 more finished square feet and a fourth bedroom, and the price is $20,000 lower than the ranch.
The layout also separates the day from the night. The main floor is for cooking, gathering and laundry, with a half bath for guests. Then everyone heads upstairs, where all four bedrooms and two full baths sit together. The owner's suite has a walk-in closet and a tiled shower, and the large bonus room works as a fourth bedroom, playroom or media room.
Inside, Cornerstone is finishing the home with light grey cabinetry, black hardware and waterproof LVP flooring, and the range, refrigerator, dishwasher and microwave are included.
Why the ranch at 2029 might be your fit
If one-level living is at the top of your list, the ranch at 2029 Dakota Trail puts all three bedrooms on the main floor. It's also finished right now, so you can move in this season instead of planning around a December completion. You can read more about it in Moving In This Winter? 2029 Dakota Trail in Hastings Is Ready or view the 2029 listing.
What both homes share
Whichever one you choose, you get a brand-new Cornerstone home in Jones Crossing with a three-stall garage, a bath-ready basement for future space and the same neighborhood. The association includes about 25 acres of private wildlife habitat along the Thornapple River, and the HOA is $150 a year. You're a few minutes from downtown Hastings, and Kalamazoo, Grand Rapids and Battle Creek are all within reach. For more on the area, see Living in New Construction at Jones Crossing and Why Hastings Is Worth a Closer Look.
An easy Saturday on Dakota Trail
Here's how I'd love to show them. We start at the ranch and walk the one-level flow. Then we walk down the street to 2023, head up the stairs and stand in the bonus room. Most people know which one feels like home before we're back at the car.
You don't have to know which style you want before you call. If you're still in the thinking stage, weighing timing, size or whether to sell first, that's the best time to talk. Call or text (269) 350-5514, email sold@veenstrateam.com, or book a 15-minute call. You can also learn more about the builder on my Cornerstone Construction page and in my new construction guide.
Your 3-step plan
Reach out. Tell me how you want to live and when you want to move. Call or text (269) 350-5514, email sold@veenstrateam.com, or book a 15-minute call.
Tour both homes. See the ranch at 2029 and the two-story at 2023 Dakota Trail in one visit.
Pick your fit and move in. Choose one-level living now or four bedrooms upstairs in December.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who built 2023 and 2029 Dakota Trail?
Both homes were built by Cornerstone Construction in Jones Crossing, Rutland Charter Township, near Hastings.
How many bedrooms does 2023 Dakota Trail have?
Four, all upstairs. The large bonus room is the fourth bedroom. There are 2.5 baths and main-floor laundry.
Is 2029 Dakota Trail finished?
Yes. The ranch at 2029 Dakota Trail is completed and move-in ready. 2023 Dakota Trail is expected to be complete in December 2026.
What is the HOA fee in Jones Crossing?
The HOA is $150 per year, and the association includes about 25 acres of private wildlife habitat along the Thornapple River.
How do I tour both Dakota Trail homes?
Reach out to the Veenstra Team and we will show both in one visit: call or text (269) 350-5514, email sold@veenstrateam.com, or book a 15-minute call.
Ready to compare them in person? I would be glad to walk you through both homes.
Schedule a 15-minute conversation, call or text me at (269) 350-5514, or email sold@veenstrateam.com.
About Jason Veenstra
Jason Veenstra is a REALTOR® with the Veenstra Team, brokered by eXp Realty, serving buyers and sellers across Greater Kalamazoo and Southwest Michigan. Licensed since approximately 2010, Jason brings extensive local market experience and a family real estate tradition dating to the 1980s. He helps clients navigate existing-home purchases and sales, relocation, and new construction.
Reach Jason and the Veenstra Team: call or text (269) 350-5514, email sold@veenstrateam.com, or book a 15-minute call.
