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$218,951$223 / 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 Oct 21, 2026
Last sold for $15,000 on Mar 27, 1997

169 ALMA ST

SPARTA, MI 49345
3
Beds
1.5
Baths
984 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.
0.23 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1900
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
1
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$219K
$209K low$229K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$15,000 · Mar 27, 1997

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,585 (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.$94,300 (2025)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$87,900
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$188,600

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.34
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
9
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
57
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
76
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.0.23
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(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.

M
Sparta Middle SchoolB
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.0 mi
H
Sparta Senior High SchoolB
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.2 mi
E
Ridgeview Elementary School
Elementary · Grades PK–2 · 1.3 mi

District: Sparta Area Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 49345These 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.92
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.83
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.17

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.18%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.6.2%
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.13,557
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.252 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$81,884
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$97,102
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

169 Alma St 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 89% of homes in Sparta 49345
  • Costs less per square foot than 65% of homes in Kent County
  • Smaller than 88% of homes in Sparta 49345
  • Has a smaller lot than 80% of homes in Sparta 49345
  • Older than 95% of homes in Sparta 49345

What homes are worth in Sparta 49345

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

This home
$169K$707K

This home is worth more than 11% of homes in Sparta 49345.

How it measures up in Sparta 49345

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Sparta 49345.

Estimated value$218,951
CheaperTypical $326,541Pricier

Pricier than 11% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$223
CheaperTypical $230Pricier

Pricier than 45% of homes nearby

Living area984 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,416 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 12% of homes nearby

Lot size0.23 ac
SmallerTypical 1 acBigger

Bigger than 20% of homes nearby

Year built1900
OlderTypical 1976Newer

Newer than 5% of homes nearby

How 169 Alma St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeSparta 49345Kent County
Estimated valuepricier than$218,95111% of homes12% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$22345% of homes35% of homes
Living areabigger than984 ft²12% of homes13% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.23 ac20% of homes39% of homes
Year builtnewer than19005% of homes6% of homes

About 169 Alma St

How much is 169 Alma St, Sparta, MI worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 169 Alma St, Sparta, MI is $218,951 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $209,293 to $228,609. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 169 Alma St, Sparta, MI last sell?

169 Alma St, Sparta, MI last sold on Mar 27, 1997 for $15,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 169 Alma St, Sparta, MI?

169 Alma St, Sparta, MI has 3 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms, 984 square feet of living space and a 0.23-acre lot.

When was 169 Alma St, Sparta, MI built?

169 Alma St, Sparta, MI was built in 1900, making it 126 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 169 Alma St, Sparta, MI?

169 Alma St, Sparta, MI is assigned to Sparta Middle School (middle), rated B; Sparta Senior High School (high), rated B; Ridgeview Elementary School (elementary). All sit in Sparta Area Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 169 Alma St, Sparta, MI compare to other homes in Sparta 49345?

Among the 4,566 homes in Sparta 49345, it is worth more than 11% of them ($218,951 against a typical $326,541), its price per square foot is higher than 45% of them ($223 against a typical $230), it is bigger than 12% of them (984 ft² against a typical 1,416 ft²), its lot is bigger than 20% of them (0.23 ac against a typical 1 ac) and it is newer than 5% of them (1900 against a typical 1976). Measured against all of Kent County, it is worth more than 12% 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 169 Alma St, Sparta, MI?

The 2025 property tax bill for 169 Alma St, Sparta, MI was $1,585. The county assessed it at $94,300.

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