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$254,873$268 / 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 96How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Jul 14, 2026

1217 JOHNSTON ST SE

GRAND RAPIDS, MI 49507
2
Beds
1.5
Baths
950 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.
0.12 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1940
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
6
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$255K
$244K low$265K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,121 (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.$100,600 (2025)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$84,900
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$201,200

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.33
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
1
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.
73
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
CountyKENT
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.12
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air With Air Conditioning
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Porch · 24 ft²

Transaction History(2)

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.

E
Mulick Park Elementary SchoolC
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 0.5 mi
H
Ottawa Hills High SchoolC
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.6 mi
M
Alger Middle SchoolD-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.7 mi

District: Grand Rapids Public Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 49507These 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.121
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.81
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.15

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.95%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.18%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.26%
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.37,497
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.6,743 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$57,676
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$74,047
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

1217 Johnston 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 78% of homes in Kent County
  • Costs more per square foot than 90% of homes in Grand Rapids 49507
  • Smaller than 91% of homes in Southeast End
  • Has a smaller lot than 82% of homes in Kent County
  • Older than 76% of homes in Kent County

What homes are worth in Grand Rapids 49507

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

This home
$112K$385K

This home is worth more than 60% of homes in Grand Rapids 49507.

How it measures up in Grand Rapids 49507

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Grand Rapids 49507.

Estimated value$254,873
CheaperTypical $233,390Pricier

Pricier than 60% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$268
CheaperTypical $183Pricier

Pricier than 90% of homes nearby

Living area950 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,318 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 11% of homes nearby

Lot size0.12 ac
SmallerTypical 0.12 acBigger

Bigger than 46% of homes nearby

Year built1940
OlderTypical 1925Newer

Newer than 72% of homes nearby

How 1217 Johnston St Se ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeSoutheast EndGrand Rapids 49507Kent County
Estimated valuepricier than$254,87344% of homes60% of homes22% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$26888% of homes90% of homes64% of homes
Living areabigger than950 ft²9% of homes11% of homes10% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.12 ac43% of homes46% of homes18% of homes
Year builtnewer than194069% of homes72% of homes24% of homes

About 1217 Johnston St Se

How much is 1217 Johnston St Se, Grand Rapids, MI worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 1217 Johnston St Se, Grand Rapids, MI is $254,873 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $244,345 to $265,401. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 1217 Johnston St Se, Grand Rapids, MI last sell?

1217 Johnston St Se, Grand Rapids, MI last sold on Jul 31, 2008, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 1217 Johnston St Se, Grand Rapids, MI?

1217 Johnston St Se, Grand Rapids, MI has 2 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms, 950 square feet of living space and a 0.12-acre lot.

When was 1217 Johnston St Se, Grand Rapids, MI built?

1217 Johnston St Se, Grand Rapids, MI was built in 1940, making it 86 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 1217 Johnston St Se, Grand Rapids, MI?

1217 Johnston St Se, Grand Rapids, MI is assigned to Mulick Park Elementary School (elementary), rated C; Ottawa Hills High School (high), rated C; Alger Middle School (middle), rated D-. All sit in Grand Rapids Public Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 1217 Johnston St Se, Grand Rapids, MI compare to other homes in Grand Rapids 49507?

Among the 11,169 homes in Grand Rapids 49507, it is worth more than 60% of them ($254,873 against a typical $233,390), its price per square foot is higher than 90% of them ($268 against a typical $183), it is bigger than 11% of them (950 ft² against a typical 1,318 ft²), its lot is bigger than 46% of them (0.12 ac against a typical 0.12 ac) and it is newer than 72% of them (1940 against a typical 1925). Measured against all of Kent County, it is worth more than 22% 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 1217 Johnston St Se, Grand Rapids, MI?

The 2025 property tax bill for 1217 Johnston St Se, Grand Rapids, MI was $1,121. The county assessed it at $100,600.

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