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$213,444$132 / 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 95How 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 $69,900 on Oct 15, 1999

1961 MADISON AVE SE

GRAND RAPIDS, MI 49507
1
Baths
1,618 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.
0.13 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1922
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
8
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$213K
$203K low$224K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$69,900 · Oct 15, 1999
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.$117,852
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$94,282
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.46%
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.$95,592
US BANK NA · recorded Mar 27, 2013

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$772 (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.$82,500 (2025)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$68,700
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$165,000

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.36
10
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
5
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.
74
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.6 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.6%
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.0.13
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 · 96 ft²

Transaction History(4)

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
Dickinson AcademyD+
Elementary · Grades PK–8 · 0.3 mi
H
Ottawa Hills High SchoolC
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.6 mi

District: Grand Rapids Public Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 49507These 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.121
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.81
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.95%
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.26%
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.37,497
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.6,743 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$57,676
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$74,047
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

1961 Madison 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 89% of homes in Kent County
  • Costs less per square foot than 96% of homes in Kent County
  • Bigger than 79% of homes in Grand Rapids 49507
  • Has a smaller lot than 80% of homes in Kent County
  • Older than 86% of homes in Kent County

What homes are worth in Grand Rapids 49507

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

This home
$113K$395K

This home is worth more than 40% of homes in Grand Rapids 49507.

How it measures up in Grand Rapids 49507

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Grand Rapids 49507.

Estimated value$213,444
CheaperTypical $235,796Pricier

Pricier than 40% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$132
CheaperTypical $176Pricier

Pricier than 26% of homes nearby

Living area1,618 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,319 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 79% of homes nearby

Lot size0.13 ac
SmallerTypical 0.12 acBigger

Bigger than 61% of homes nearby

Year built1922
OlderTypical 1925Newer

Newer than 37% of homes nearby

How 1961 Madison Ave Se ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeGarfield ParkGrand Rapids 49507Kent County
Estimated valuepricier than$213,44448% of homes40% of homes11% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$13231% of homes26% of homes4% of homes
Living areabigger than1,618 ft²74% of homes79% of homes62% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.13 ac59% of homes61% of homes20% of homes
Year builtnewer than192241% of homes37% of homes14% of homes

About 1961 Madison Ave Se

How much is 1961 Madison Ave Se, Grand Rapids, MI worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 1961 Madison Ave Se, Grand Rapids, MI is $213,444 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $202,625 to $224,263. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 1961 Madison Ave Se, Grand Rapids, MI last sell?

1961 Madison Ave Se, Grand Rapids, MI last sold on Oct 15, 1999 for $69,900, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 1961 Madison Ave Se, Grand Rapids, MI?

1961 Madison Ave Se, Grand Rapids, MI has 1 bathrooms, 1,618 square feet of living space and a 0.13-acre lot.

When was 1961 Madison Ave Se, Grand Rapids, MI built?

1961 Madison Ave Se, Grand Rapids, MI was built in 1922, making it 104 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 1961 Madison Ave Se, Grand Rapids, MI?

1961 Madison Ave Se, Grand Rapids, MI is assigned to Dickinson Academy (elementary), rated D+; Ottawa Hills 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 1961 Madison Ave Se, Grand Rapids, MI compare to other homes in Grand Rapids 49507?

Among the 11,169 homes in Grand Rapids 49507, it is worth more than 40% of them ($213,444 against a typical $235,796), its price per square foot is higher than 26% of them ($132 against a typical $176), it is bigger than 79% of them (1,618 ft² against a typical 1,319 ft²), its lot is bigger than 61% of them (0.13 ac against a typical 0.12 ac) and it is newer than 37% of them (1922 against a typical 1925). Measured against all of Kent County, it is worth more than 11% 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 1961 Madison Ave Se, Grand Rapids, MI?

The 2025 property tax bill for 1961 Madison Ave Se, Grand Rapids, MI was $772. The county assessed it at $82,500.

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