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Last sold for $204,000 on Aug 4, 2004

1970 OBSERVATORY AVE SE

GRAND RAPIDS, MI 49546
4
Beds
2.5
Baths
1,862 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.
0.38 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2005
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

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 · Aug 4, 2004

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$3,749 (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.$136,800 (2025)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$144,400
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$273,600

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.
61
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
70
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.Ranch
CountyKENT
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.38
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(7)

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
Collins Elementary SchoolA
Elementary · Grades KG–4 · 2.4 mi
H
Northern High SchoolA+
High · Grades 9–12 · 4.0 mi
M
Northern Hills Middle SchoolA+
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 4.3 mi

District: Forest Hills Public Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 49546These 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.84
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 100.18

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.94%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.38%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.8.2%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.2%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.32,338
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.1,754 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$100,405
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$130,381
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

1970 Observatory 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.

  • Bigger than 75% of homes in Kent County
  • Newer than 92% of homes in Grand Rapids 49546

How it measures up in Grand Rapids 49546

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Grand Rapids 49546.

Living area1,862 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,864 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 50% of homes nearby

Lot size0.38 ac
SmallerTypical 0.38 acBigger

Bigger than 49% of homes nearby

Year built2005
OlderTypical 1979Newer

Newer than 92% of homes nearby

How 1970 Observatory Ave Se ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeGrand Rapids 49546Kent County
Living areabigger than1,862 ft²50% of homes75% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.38 ac49% of homes61% of homes
Year builtnewer than200592% of homes91% of homes

About 1970 Observatory Ave Se

When did 1970 Observatory Ave Se, Grand Rapids, MI last sell?

1970 Observatory Ave Se, Grand Rapids, MI last sold on Aug 4, 2004 for $204,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 1970 Observatory Ave Se, Grand Rapids, MI?

1970 Observatory Ave Se, Grand Rapids, MI has 4 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, 1,862 square feet of living space and a 0.38-acre lot.

When was 1970 Observatory Ave Se, Grand Rapids, MI built?

1970 Observatory Ave Se, Grand Rapids, MI was built in 2005, making it 21 years old. It is a ranch home.

What schools serve 1970 Observatory Ave Se, Grand Rapids, MI?

1970 Observatory Ave Se, Grand Rapids, MI is assigned to Collins Elementary School (elementary), rated A; Northern High School (high), rated A+; Northern Hills Middle School (middle), rated A+. All sit in Forest Hills Public Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 1970 Observatory Ave Se, Grand Rapids, MI compare to other homes in Grand Rapids 49546?

Among the 9,176 homes in Grand Rapids 49546, it is bigger than 50% of them (1,862 ft² against a typical 1,864 ft²), its lot is bigger than 49% of them (0.38 ac against a typical 0.38 ac) and it is newer than 92% of them (2005 against a typical 1979). These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 1970 Observatory Ave Se, Grand Rapids, MI?

The 2025 property tax bill for 1970 Observatory Ave Se, Grand Rapids, MI was $3,749. The county assessed it at $136,800.

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