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$311,571$169 / 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 97How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Sep 24, 2026
Last sold for $204,000 on Jun 28, 2019

188 ALMA ST

SPARTA, MI 49345
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,843 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.
0.16 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2013
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$312K
$302K low$321K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$204,000 · Jun 28, 2019

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$4,074 (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.$145,000 (2025)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$142,000
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$290,000

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.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
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Bi-Level
CountyKENT
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.17
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.

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 · 1.2 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

188 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.

  • Costs less per square foot than 90% of homes in Kent County
  • Bigger than 78% of homes in Sparta 49345
  • Has a smaller lot than 91% of homes in Sparta 49345
  • Newer than 95% of homes in Kent County

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$699K

This home is worth more than 43% 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$311,571
CheaperTypical $329,858Pricier

Pricier than 43% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$169
CheaperTypical $235Pricier

Pricier than 11% of homes nearby

Living area1,843 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,422 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 78% of homes nearby

Lot size0.16 ac
SmallerTypical 0.99 acBigger

Bigger than 9% of homes nearby

Year built2013
OlderTypical 1975Newer

Newer than 93% of homes nearby

How 188 Alma St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeSparta 49345Kent County
Estimated valuepricier than$311,57143% of homes39% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$16911% of homes10% of homes
Living areabigger than1,843 ft²78% of homes74% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.16 ac9% of homes27% of homes
Year builtnewer than201393% of homes95% of homes

About 188 Alma St

How much is 188 Alma St, Sparta, MI worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 188 Alma St, Sparta, MI is $311,571 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $302,077 to $321,065. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 188 Alma St, Sparta, MI last sell?

188 Alma St, Sparta, MI last sold on Jun 28, 2019 for $204,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 3 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 188 Alma St, Sparta, MI?

188 Alma St, Sparta, MI has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,843 square feet of living space and a 0.17-acre lot.

When was 188 Alma St, Sparta, MI built?

188 Alma St, Sparta, MI was built in 2013, making it 13 years old. It is a bi-level home.

What schools serve 188 Alma St, Sparta, MI?

188 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 188 Alma St, Sparta, MI compare to other homes in Sparta 49345?

Among the 4,566 homes in Sparta 49345, it is worth more than 43% of them ($311,571 against a typical $329,858), its price per square foot is higher than 11% of them ($169 against a typical $235), it is bigger than 78% of them (1,843 ft² against a typical 1,422 ft²), its lot is bigger than 9% of them (0.16 ac against a typical 0.99 ac) and it is newer than 93% of them (2013 against a typical 1975). Measured against all of Kent County, it is worth more than 39% 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 188 Alma St, Sparta, MI?

The 2025 property tax bill for 188 Alma St, Sparta, MI was $4,074. The county assessed it at $145,000.

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