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$192,824$250 / 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 83How 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 $268,000 on Feb 13, 2026

1533 SYLVAN AVE SE

GRAND RAPIDS, MI 49506
1
Baths
772 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.
4,269 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1951
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
4
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

$193K
$161K low$225K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$268,000 · Feb 13, 2026

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,956 (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.$100,000 (2025)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$93,100
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$200,000

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.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.0.10
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

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.

Foreclosure Filings(1)

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 · 0.3 mi
H
Ottawa Hills High SchoolC
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.7 mi
M
Alger Middle SchoolD-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.2 mi

District: Grand Rapids Public Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 49506These 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.75
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.78
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.19

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.37%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.8.0%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.4%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.34,891
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.4,516 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$112,610
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$137,856
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

1533 Sylvan Ave 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 97% of homes in Grand Rapids 49506
  • Costs more per square foot than 83% of homes in Southeast End
  • Among the smallest homes in Grand Rapids 49506
  • Has a smaller lot than 91% of homes in Grand Rapids 49506
  • Newer than 89% of homes in Southeast End

What homes are worth in Grand Rapids 49506

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

This home
$178K$1.7M

This home is worth more than 3% of homes in Grand Rapids 49506.

How it measures up in Grand Rapids 49506

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Grand Rapids 49506.

Estimated value$192,824
CheaperTypical $436,207Pricier

Pricier than 3% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$250
CheaperTypical $271Pricier

Pricier than 41% of homes nearby

Living area772 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,695 ft²Bigger

Smaller than almost all homes nearby

Lot size4,269 ft²
SmallerTypical 0.18 acBigger

Bigger than 9% of homes nearby

Year built1951
OlderTypical 1949Newer

Newer than 56% of homes nearby

How 1533 Sylvan Ave Se ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeSoutheast EndGrand Rapids 49506Kent County
Estimated valuepricier than$192,82414% of homes3% of homes7% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$25083% of homes41% of homes53% of homes
Living areabigger than772 ft²2% of homesalmost no homes3% of homes
Lot sizebigger than4,269 ft²11% of homes9% of homes10% of homes
Year builtnewer than195189% of homes56% of homes32% of homes

About 1533 Sylvan Ave Se

How much is 1533 Sylvan Ave Se, Grand Rapids, MI worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 1533 Sylvan Ave Se, Grand Rapids, MI is $192,824 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $160,667 to $224,981. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 1533 Sylvan Ave Se, Grand Rapids, MI last sell?

1533 Sylvan Ave Se, Grand Rapids, MI last sold on Feb 13, 2026 for $268,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 1533 Sylvan Ave Se, Grand Rapids, MI?

1533 Sylvan Ave Se, Grand Rapids, MI has 1 bathrooms, 772 square feet of living space and a 0.10-acre lot.

When was 1533 Sylvan Ave Se, Grand Rapids, MI built?

1533 Sylvan Ave Se, Grand Rapids, MI was built in 1951, making it 75 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 1533 Sylvan Ave Se, Grand Rapids, MI?

1533 Sylvan Ave 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 1533 Sylvan Ave Se, Grand Rapids, MI compare to other homes in Grand Rapids 49506?

Among the 10,895 homes in Grand Rapids 49506, it is worth more than 3% of them ($192,824 against a typical $436,207), its price per square foot is higher than 41% of them ($250 against a typical $271), it is bigger than almost none of them (772 ft² against a typical 1,695 ft²), its lot is bigger than 9% of them (4,269 ft² against a typical 0.18 ac) and it is newer than 56% of them (1951 against a typical 1949). Measured against all of Kent County, it is worth more than 7% 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 1533 Sylvan Ave Se, Grand Rapids, MI?

The 2025 property tax bill for 1533 Sylvan Ave Se, Grand Rapids, MI was $1,956. The county assessed it at $100,000.

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