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$292,004$371 / 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 95How 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

1429 VAN AUKEN ST SE

GRAND RAPIDS, MI 49508
2
Beds
1
Baths
787 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.
1953
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
5
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.
1
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$292K
$278K low$306K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,423 (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.$87,500 (2025)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$79,200
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$175,000

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.32
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.
72
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.0.25
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air With Air Conditioning
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Yes
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 · 45 ft²

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

E
Kenosha Park Elementary SchoolD+
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 0.1 mi
M
Alger Middle SchoolD-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.4 mi
H
Ottawa Hills High SchoolC
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.6 mi

District: Grand Rapids 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

1429 Van Auken 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 Grand Rapids 49508
  • Among the highest price per square foot in Ken-O-Sha Park
  • Among the smallest homes in Ken-O-Sha Park
  • Has a smaller lot than 68% of homes in Ken-O-Sha Park
  • Older than 94% 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.

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$167K$485K

This home is worth more than 22% 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$292,004
CheaperTypical $338,658Pricier

Pricier than 22% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$371
CheaperTypical $230Pricier

Pricier than almost all homes nearby

Living area787 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,472 ft²Bigger

Smaller than almost all homes nearby

Lot size0.25 ac
SmallerTypical 0.28 acBigger

Bigger than 37% of homes nearby

Year built1953
OlderTypical 1972Newer

Newer than 6% of homes nearby

How 1429 Van Auken St Se ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeKen-O-Sha ParkGrand Rapids 49508Kent County
Estimated valuepricier than$292,00435% of homes22% of homes34% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$371almost all homesalmost all homes95% of homes
Living areabigger than787 ft²almost no homesalmost no homes3% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.25 ac32% of homes37% of homes44% of homes
Year builtnewer than195320% of homes6% of homes34% of homes

About 1429 Van Auken St Se

How much is 1429 Van Auken St Se, Grand Rapids, MI worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 1429 Van Auken St Se, Grand Rapids, MI is $292,004 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $277,608 to $306,400. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 1429 Van Auken St Se, Grand Rapids, MI last sell?

1429 Van Auken St Se, Grand Rapids, MI last sold on Feb 12, 1997, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 1429 Van Auken St Se, Grand Rapids, MI?

1429 Van Auken St Se, Grand Rapids, MI has 2 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 787 square feet of living space and a 0.25-acre lot.

When was 1429 Van Auken St Se, Grand Rapids, MI built?

1429 Van Auken St Se, Grand Rapids, MI was built in 1953, making it 73 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 1429 Van Auken St Se, Grand Rapids, MI?

1429 Van Auken St Se, Grand Rapids, MI is assigned to Kenosha Park Elementary School (elementary), rated D+; Alger Middle School (middle), rated D-; Ottawa Hills High School (high), rated C. All sit in Grand Rapids Public Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 1429 Van Auken 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 22% of them ($292,004 against a typical $338,658), its price per square foot is higher than almost all of them ($371 against a typical $230), it is bigger than almost none of them (787 ft² against a typical 1,472 ft²), its lot is bigger than 37% of them (0.25 ac against a typical 0.28 ac) and it is newer than 6% of them (1953 against a typical 1972). Measured against all of Kent County, it is worth more than 34% 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 1429 Van Auken St Se, Grand Rapids, MI?

The 2025 property tax bill for 1429 Van Auken St Se, Grand Rapids, MI was $1,423. The county assessed it at $87,500.

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