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$376,422$214 / 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 Aug 30, 2026
Last sold for $370,000 on Jan 20, 2026

1261 BANBURY AVE NE

GRAND RAPIDS, MI 49505
3
Beds
1.5
Baths
1,763 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.
0.25 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1975
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
7
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

$376K
$360K low$393K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$370,000 · Jan 20, 2026

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$4,603 (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.$162,000 (2025)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$155,400
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$324,000

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.38
21
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
5
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.
75
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.
Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.3 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.30%
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.0.25
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
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Porch · 90 ft²

Transaction History(5)

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
Kent Hills Elementary SchoolD
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 1.8 mi
M
City High Middle SchoolA
Middle · Grades 7–12 · 2.4 mi

District: Grand Rapids Public Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 49505These 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.127
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.76
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.96%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.31%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.14%
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.32,605
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.3,625 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$68,110
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$82,949
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

1261 Banbury Ave Ne 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 more than 82% of homes in Grand Rapids 49505
  • Costs less per square foot than 87% of homes in Northeast
  • Bigger than 86% of homes in Grand Rapids 49505
  • Has a bigger lot than 77% of homes in Grand Rapids 49505
  • Newer than 81% of homes in Grand Rapids 49505

What homes are worth in Grand Rapids 49505

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

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$169K$550K

This home is worth more than 82% of homes in Grand Rapids 49505.

How it measures up in Grand Rapids 49505

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Grand Rapids 49505.

Estimated value$376,422
CheaperTypical $295,618Pricier

Pricier than 82% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$214
CheaperTypical $241Pricier

Pricier than 29% of homes nearby

Living area1,763 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,256 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 86% of homes nearby

Lot size0.25 ac
SmallerTypical 0.17 acBigger

Bigger than 77% of homes nearby

Year built1975
OlderTypical 1951Newer

Newer than 81% of homes nearby

How 1261 Banbury Ave Ne ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeNortheastGrand Rapids 49505Kent County
Estimated valuepricier than$376,42269% of homes82% of homes59% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$21413% of homes29% of homes30% of homes
Living areabigger than1,763 ft²85% of homes86% of homes70% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.25 ac65% of homes77% of homes43% of homes
Year builtnewer than197565% of homes81% of homes57% of homes

About 1261 Banbury Ave Ne

How much is 1261 Banbury Ave Ne, Grand Rapids, MI worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 1261 Banbury Ave Ne, Grand Rapids, MI is $376,422 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $359,620 to $393,224. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 1261 Banbury Ave Ne, Grand Rapids, MI last sell?

1261 Banbury Ave Ne, Grand Rapids, MI last sold on Jan 20, 2026 for $370,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 3 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 1261 Banbury Ave Ne, Grand Rapids, MI?

1261 Banbury Ave Ne, Grand Rapids, MI has 3 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms, 1,763 square feet of living space and a 0.25-acre lot.

When was 1261 Banbury Ave Ne, Grand Rapids, MI built?

1261 Banbury Ave Ne, Grand Rapids, MI was built in 1975, making it 51 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 1261 Banbury Ave Ne, Grand Rapids, MI?

1261 Banbury Ave Ne, Grand Rapids, MI is assigned to Kent Hills Elementary School (elementary), rated D; City High Middle School (middle), rated A. All sit in Grand Rapids Public Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 1261 Banbury Ave Ne, Grand Rapids, MI compare to other homes in Grand Rapids 49505?

Among the 10,611 homes in Grand Rapids 49505, it is worth more than 82% of them ($376,422 against a typical $295,618), its price per square foot is higher than 29% of them ($214 against a typical $241), it is bigger than 86% of them (1,763 ft² against a typical 1,256 ft²), its lot is bigger than 77% of them (0.25 ac against a typical 0.17 ac) and it is newer than 81% of them (1975 against a typical 1951). Measured against all of Kent County, it is worth more than 59% 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 1261 Banbury Ave Ne, Grand Rapids, MI?

The 2025 property tax bill for 1261 Banbury Ave Ne, Grand Rapids, MI was $4,603. The county assessed it at $162,000.

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