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$273,035$237 / 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 92How 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 $85,000 on Sep 4, 1998

263 NELSON ST

SPARTA, MI 49345
3
Beds
1
Baths
1,154 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.
0.24 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1968
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

$273K
$250K low$296K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$85,000 · Sep 4, 1998

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,368 (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.$120,300 (2025)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$112,700
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$240,600

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.36
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
18
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
58
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.Ranch
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(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.

H
Sparta Senior High SchoolB
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.2 mi
E
Ridgeview Elementary School
Elementary · Grades PK–2 · 0.4 mi
M
Sparta Middle SchoolB
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.7 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

263 Nelson 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 73% of homes in Kent County
  • Smaller than 73% of homes in Kent County
  • Has a smaller lot than 79% 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
$166K$706K

This home is worth more than 31% 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$273,035
CheaperTypical $326,656Pricier

Pricier than 31% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$237
CheaperTypical $230Pricier

Pricier than 54% of homes nearby

Living area1,154 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,417 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 28% of homes nearby

Lot size0.24 ac
SmallerTypical 0.98 acBigger

Bigger than 21% of homes nearby

Year built1968
OlderTypical 1975Newer

Newer than 42% of homes nearby

How 263 Nelson St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeSparta 49345Kent County
Estimated valuepricier than$273,03531% of homes27% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$23754% of homes43% of homes
Living areabigger than1,154 ft²28% of homes27% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.24 ac21% of homes41% of homes
Year builtnewer than196842% of homes50% of homes

About 263 Nelson St

How much is 263 Nelson St, Sparta, MI worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 263 Nelson St, Sparta, MI is $273,035 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $250,154 to $295,916. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 263 Nelson St, Sparta, MI last sell?

263 Nelson St, Sparta, MI last sold on Sep 4, 1998 for $85,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 263 Nelson St, Sparta, MI?

263 Nelson St, Sparta, MI has 3 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,154 square feet of living space and a 0.23-acre lot.

When was 263 Nelson St, Sparta, MI built?

263 Nelson St, Sparta, MI was built in 1968, making it 58 years old. It is a ranch home.

What schools serve 263 Nelson St, Sparta, MI?

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

How does 263 Nelson St, Sparta, MI compare to other homes in Sparta 49345?

Among the 4,566 homes in Sparta 49345, it is worth more than 31% of them ($273,035 against a typical $326,656), its price per square foot is higher than 54% of them ($237 against a typical $230), it is bigger than 28% of them (1,154 ft² against a typical 1,417 ft²), its lot is bigger than 21% of them (0.24 ac against a typical 0.98 ac) and it is newer than 42% of them (1968 against a typical 1975). Measured against all of Kent County, it is worth more than 27% 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 263 Nelson St, Sparta, MI?

The 2025 property tax bill for 263 Nelson St, Sparta, MI was $2,368. The county assessed it at $120,300.

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