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$311,734$210 / ft²
TopHap EstimateOur estimate of what this home would sell for today, based on nearby sales, the home's size and features, and local price trends. It is a starting point, not an appraisal.· confidence 93How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Sep 24, 2026

1086 51ST ST SE

GRAND RAPIDS, MI 49508
2
Beds
2
Baths
1,481 ft²
Living AreaTotal finished area of the structures, from county records. Some counties include shared space like hallways or a building gym, so it may not match a listing.
0.26 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1955
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$312K
$290K low$333K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,525 (2025)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$153,800 (2025)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$143,800
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$307,600

Climate Risk

Overall riskThe average of the five hazard scores below, on a 0 to 100 scale. Higher means greater projected risk over the coming decades.34
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
8
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
61
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
71
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
29
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.
FEMA Flood ZoneFEMA's flood zone for this address. Zones starting with A or V are high risk, and lenders usually require flood insurance there.minimal

Scores 0–100; higher = greater projected risk.

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Ranch
CountyKENT
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.26
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air With Air Conditioning
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Yes
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(1)

Sales and refinances filed with the county for this home. Not every transfer is a normal sale, so check the type before comparing prices.

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

M
Valleywood Middle SchoolD
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.1 mi
E
Meadowlawn Elementary SchoolC
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.2 mi
H
East Kentwood High SchoolC+
High · Grades 10–12 · 1.7 mi

District: Kentwood Public Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 49508These are comparison scores, not percentages. 100 equals the national average, so 150 means about 50% above average.

CrimeLocal crime compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. It reflects things like population density, income, and how crime gets reported.78
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.82
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.20

Index scale: 100 = US average (tick). Lower is better.

Homes occupiedThe share of homes here that someone lives in. The rest sit empty, including vacation and for-sale homes.97%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.27%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.10%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.3%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.44,015
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.3,652 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$69,224
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$85,307
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.47°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.37 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.46%

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How this home compares

1086 51st St Se measured against every home in its neighborhood, its ZIP code and its county, using county assessor records refreshed nightly. A home can stand out in one of those areas and look ordinary in another, because each one holds a different mix of homes.

  • Worth less than 69% of homes in Grand Rapids 49508
  • Costs less per square foot than 74% of homes in Kent County
  • Older than 90% of homes in Grand Rapids 49508

What homes are worth in Grand Rapids 49508

Each bar is how many homes fall in that price range. The marker is this home.

This home
$179K$481K

This home is worth more than 31% of homes in Grand Rapids 49508.

How it measures up in Grand Rapids 49508

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Grand Rapids 49508.

Estimated value$311,734
CheaperTypical $341,368Pricier

Pricier than 31% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$210
CheaperTypical $231Pricier

Pricier than 32% of homes nearby

Living area1,481 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,468 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 51% of homes nearby

Lot size0.26 ac
SmallerTypical 0.28 acBigger

Bigger than 41% of homes nearby

Year built1955
OlderTypical 1972Newer

Newer than 10% of homes nearby

How 1086 51st St Se ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeGrand Rapids 49508Kent County
Estimated valuepricier than$311,73431% of homes39% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$21032% of homes26% of homes
Living areabigger than1,481 ft²51% of homes53% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.26 ac41% of homes45% of homes
Year builtnewer than195510% of homes37% of homes

About 1086 51st St Se

How much is 1086 51st St Se, Grand Rapids, MI worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 1086 51st St Se, Grand Rapids, MI is $311,734 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $289,970 to $333,498. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 1086 51st St Se, Grand Rapids, MI last sell?

1086 51st St Se, Grand Rapids, MI last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 1086 51st St Se, Grand Rapids, MI?

1086 51st St Se, Grand Rapids, MI has 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,481 square feet of living space and a 0.26-acre lot.

When was 1086 51st St Se, Grand Rapids, MI built?

1086 51st St Se, Grand Rapids, MI was built in 1955, making it 71 years old. It is a ranch home.

What schools serve 1086 51st St Se, Grand Rapids, MI?

1086 51st St Se, Grand Rapids, MI is assigned to Valleywood Middle School (middle), rated D; Meadowlawn Elementary School (elementary), rated C; East Kentwood High School (high), rated C+. All sit in Kentwood Public Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 1086 51st St Se, Grand Rapids, MI compare to other homes in Grand Rapids 49508?

Among the 10,630 homes in Grand Rapids 49508, it is worth more than 31% of them ($311,734 against a typical $341,368), its price per square foot is higher than 32% of them ($210 against a typical $231), it is bigger than 51% of them (1,481 ft² against a typical 1,468 ft²), its lot is bigger than 41% of them (0.26 ac against a typical 0.28 ac) and it is newer than 10% of them (1955 against a typical 1972). Measured against all of Kent County, it is worth more than 39% of homes there. These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 1086 51st St Se, Grand Rapids, MI?

The 2025 property tax bill for 1086 51st St Se, Grand Rapids, MI was $2,525. The county assessed it at $153,800.

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