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$360,094$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 91How 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 $349,000 on Sep 2, 2025

1559 MARLIN AVE NW

GRAND RAPIDS, MI 49534
3
Beds
1.5
Baths
1,344 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.
1,008 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1950
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
1
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$360K
$327K 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.$349,000 · Sep 2, 2025
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.$360,094
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$288,075

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,727 (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.$117,800 (2025)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$104,900
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$235,600

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.42
39
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
6
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.
78
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.0.02
FoundationWhat the home is built on, such as a concrete slab, a crawl space, or a basement.No Foundation
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

Transaction History(3)

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
Kenowa Hills Central Elementary SchoolB-
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 1.9 mi
H
Kenowa Hills High SchoolC+
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.8 mi
M
Kenowa Hills Middle SchoolC
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 3.0 mi

District: Kenowa Hills Public Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 49534These 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.80
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.74
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.97%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.25%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.6.8%
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.23,667
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.695 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$82,323
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$95,527
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

1559 Marlin 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.

  • Has a smaller lot than 95% of homes in Grand Rapids 49534
  • Older than 87% of homes in Grand Rapids 49534

What homes are worth in Grand Rapids 49534

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

This home
$213K$758K

This home is worth more than 48% of homes in Grand Rapids 49534.

How it measures up in Grand Rapids 49534

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Grand Rapids 49534.

Estimated value$360,094
CheaperTypical $366,419Pricier

Pricier than 48% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$268
CheaperTypical $250Pricier

Pricier than 62% of homes nearby

Living area1,344 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,478 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 38% of homes nearby

Lot size1,008 ft²
SmallerTypical 0.58 acBigger

Bigger than 5% of homes nearby

Year built1950
OlderTypical 1985Newer

Newer than 13% of homes nearby

How 1559 Marlin Ave Nw ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeGrand Rapids 49534Kent County
Estimated valuepricier than$360,09448% of homes55% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$26862% of homes64% of homes
Living areabigger than1,344 ft²38% of homes42% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1,008 ft²5% of homes5% of homes
Year builtnewer than195013% of homes31% of homes

About 1559 Marlin Ave Nw

How much is 1559 Marlin Ave Nw, Grand Rapids, MI worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 1559 Marlin Ave Nw, Grand Rapids, MI is $360,094 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $327,064 to $393,124. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 1559 Marlin Ave Nw, Grand Rapids, MI last sell?

1559 Marlin Ave Nw, Grand Rapids, MI last sold on Sep 2, 2025 for $349,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 1559 Marlin Ave Nw, Grand Rapids, MI?

1559 Marlin Ave Nw, Grand Rapids, MI has 3 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms, 1,344 square feet of living space and a 0.02-acre lot.

When was 1559 Marlin Ave Nw, Grand Rapids, MI built?

1559 Marlin Ave Nw, Grand Rapids, MI was built in 1950, making it 76 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 1559 Marlin Ave Nw, Grand Rapids, MI?

1559 Marlin Ave Nw, Grand Rapids, MI is assigned to Kenowa Hills Central Elementary School (elementary), rated B-; Kenowa Hills High School (high), rated C+; Kenowa Hills Middle School (middle), rated C. All sit in Kenowa Hills Public Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 1559 Marlin Ave Nw, Grand Rapids, MI compare to other homes in Grand Rapids 49534?

Among the 6,913 homes in Grand Rapids 49534, it is worth more than 48% of them ($360,094 against a typical $366,419), its price per square foot is higher than 62% of them ($268 against a typical $250), it is bigger than 38% of them (1,344 ft² against a typical 1,478 ft²), its lot is bigger than 5% of them (1,008 ft² against a typical 0.58 ac) and it is newer than 13% of them (1950 against a typical 1985). Measured against all of Kent County, it is worth more than 55% 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 1559 Marlin Ave Nw, Grand Rapids, MI?

The 2025 property tax bill for 1559 Marlin Ave Nw, Grand Rapids, MI was $1,727. The county assessed it at $117,800.

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