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$273,907$245 / 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 94How 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
Last sold for $250,000 on Aug 27, 2024

1521 EMERSON AVE NW

GRAND RAPIDS, MI 49504
1
Baths
1,120 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.
0.14 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1957
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.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$274K
$258K low$290K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$250,000 · Aug 27, 2024
Est. Owner EquityRoughly how much of the home's value the owner would keep after paying off known loans. It is our estimate minus the loans still owed.$31,407
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$25,126
Loan-to-ValueHow much is still owed on the home compared to what it is worth. 80% means loans equal 80% of our estimate, so it shifts when the estimate does.89%
1st MortgageA loan still believed to be open on this home, in the order lenders get repaid. The first position is paid back before the second.$242,500
LAKE MICHIGAN CU · recorded Aug 27, 2024

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$4,100 (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.$130,200 (2025)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$115,800
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$260,400

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.41
40
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.
62
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
77
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.8 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.0.14
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 · 45 ft²

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.

E
Harrison Park AcademyD
Elementary · Grades PK–8 · 0.7 mi
H
Union High SchoolC+
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.4 mi

District: Grand Rapids Public Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 49504These 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.139
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.75
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.21

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.94%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.29%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.18%
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.41,462
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.3,686 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$67,371
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$81,253
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%

Ownership

OccupancyWhether the owner appears to live here or somewhere else. It is inferred from the mailing address on record.Owner occupied
Company ownedWhether the owner is a company or trust rather than a person.No

Data by ATTOM. Valuations are automated estimates, not appraisals. Photos from Google Street View and may not depict the current property state.

How this home compares

1521 Emerson Ave Nw 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 73% of homes in Kent County
  • Costs more per square foot than 85% of homes in West Grand
  • Smaller than 75% of homes in Grand Rapids 49504
  • Has a smaller lot than 77% of homes in Kent County
  • Newer than 96% of homes in West Grand

What homes are worth in Grand Rapids 49504

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

This home
$147K$551K

This home is worth more than 48% of homes in Grand Rapids 49504.

How it measures up in Grand Rapids 49504

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Grand Rapids 49504.

Estimated value$273,907
CheaperTypical $277,113Pricier

Pricier than 48% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$245
CheaperTypical $203Pricier

Pricier than 76% of homes nearby

Living area1,120 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,380 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 25% of homes nearby

Lot size0.14 ac
SmallerTypical 0.15 acBigger

Bigger than 48% of homes nearby

Year built1957
OlderTypical 1930Newer

Newer than 73% of homes nearby

How 1521 Emerson Ave Nw ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeWest GrandGrand Rapids 49504Kent County
Estimated valuepricier than$273,90771% of homes48% of homes27% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$24585% of homes76% of homes51% of homes
Living areabigger than1,120 ft²28% of homes25% of homes25% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.14 ac75% of homes48% of homes23% of homes
Year builtnewer than195796% of homes73% of homes39% of homes

About 1521 Emerson Ave Nw

How much is 1521 Emerson Ave Nw, Grand Rapids, MI worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 1521 Emerson Ave Nw, Grand Rapids, MI is $273,907 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $258,093 to $289,721. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 1521 Emerson Ave Nw, Grand Rapids, MI last sell?

1521 Emerson Ave Nw, Grand Rapids, MI last sold on Aug 27, 2024 for $250,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 1521 Emerson Ave Nw, Grand Rapids, MI?

1521 Emerson Ave Nw, Grand Rapids, MI has 1 bathrooms, 1,120 square feet of living space and a 0.14-acre lot.

When was 1521 Emerson Ave Nw, Grand Rapids, MI built?

1521 Emerson Ave Nw, Grand Rapids, MI was built in 1957, making it 69 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 1521 Emerson Ave Nw, Grand Rapids, MI?

1521 Emerson Ave Nw, Grand Rapids, MI is assigned to Harrison Park Academy (elementary), rated D; Union 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 1521 Emerson Ave Nw, Grand Rapids, MI compare to other homes in Grand Rapids 49504?

Among the 13,437 homes in Grand Rapids 49504, it is worth more than 48% of them ($273,907 against a typical $277,113), its price per square foot is higher than 76% of them ($245 against a typical $203), it is bigger than 25% of them (1,120 ft² against a typical 1,380 ft²), its lot is bigger than 48% of them (0.14 ac against a typical 0.15 ac) and it is newer than 73% of them (1957 against a typical 1930). Measured against all of Kent County, it is worth more than 27% 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 1521 Emerson Ave Nw, Grand Rapids, MI?

The 2025 property tax bill for 1521 Emerson Ave Nw, Grand Rapids, MI was $4,100. The county assessed it at $130,200.

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