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$267,786$310 / 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 Aug 30, 2026
Last sold for $165,000 on Jul 11, 2018

229 JAMES ST

LOWELL, MI 49331
2
Beds
1
Baths
864 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.
0.28 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1995
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$268K
$258K low$278K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$165,000 · Jul 11, 2018

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,427 (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.$93,800 (2025)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$80,000
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$187,600

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.33
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
13
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.
65
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.0.28
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(9)

Sales and refinances filed with the county for this home. Not every transfer is a normal sale, so check the type before comparing prices.

Foreclosure Filings(3)

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

E
Bushnell Elementary School
Elementary · Grades KG–1 · 1.0 mi
M
Lowell Middle SchoolA
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.1 mi
H
Lowell High SchoolA-
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.8 mi

District: Lowell Area Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 49331These 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.78
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 100.18

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.96%
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.6.7%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.4%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.18,502
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.196 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$94,937
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$105,708
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.47°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.36 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

229 James 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 83% of homes in Lowell 49331
  • Costs more per square foot than 82% of homes in Kent County
  • Smaller than 97% of homes in Lowell 49331
  • Has a smaller lot than 80% of homes in Lowell 49331
  • Newer than 76% of homes in Kent County

What homes are worth in Lowell 49331

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

This home
$186K$908K

This home is worth more than 17% of homes in Lowell 49331.

How it measures up in Lowell 49331

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Lowell 49331.

Estimated value$267,786
CheaperTypical $390,442Pricier

Pricier than 17% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$310
CheaperTypical $252Pricier

Pricier than 76% of homes nearby

Living area864 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,568 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 3% of homes nearby

Lot size0.28 ac
SmallerTypical 1.33 acBigger

Bigger than 20% of homes nearby

Year built1995
OlderTypical 1987Newer

Newer than 62% of homes nearby

How 229 James St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeLowell 49331Kent County
Estimated valuepricier than$267,78617% of homes26% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$31076% of homes82% of homes
Living areabigger than864 ft²3% of homes6% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.28 ac20% of homes50% of homes
Year builtnewer than199562% of homes76% of homes

About 229 James St

How much is 229 James St, Lowell, MI worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 229 James St, Lowell, MI is $267,786 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $257,644 to $277,928. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 229 James St, Lowell, MI last sell?

229 James St, Lowell, MI last sold on Jul 11, 2018 for $165,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 7 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 229 James St, Lowell, MI?

229 James St, Lowell, MI has 2 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 864 square feet of living space and a 0.28-acre lot.

When was 229 James St, Lowell, MI built?

229 James St, Lowell, MI was built in 1995, making it 31 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 229 James St, Lowell, MI?

229 James St, Lowell, MI is assigned to Bushnell Elementary School (elementary); Lowell Middle School (middle), rated A; Lowell High School (high), rated A-. All sit in Lowell Area Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 229 James St, Lowell, MI compare to other homes in Lowell 49331?

Among the 6,387 homes in Lowell 49331, it is worth more than 17% of them ($267,786 against a typical $390,442), its price per square foot is higher than 76% of them ($310 against a typical $252), it is bigger than 3% of them (864 ft² against a typical 1,568 ft²), its lot is bigger than 20% of them (0.28 ac against a typical 1.33 ac) and it is newer than 62% of them (1995 against a typical 1987). Measured against all of Kent County, it is worth more than 26% 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 229 James St, Lowell, MI?

The 2025 property tax bill for 229 James St, Lowell, MI was $2,427. The county assessed it at $93,800.

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