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$319,820
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 85How 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 $86,000 on May 31, 1995

3896 BALSAM AVE NE

GRAND RAPIDS, MI 49525
0
Baths
0.25 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.

Valuation

$320K
$273K low$367K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$86,000 · May 31, 1995

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,501 (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.$136,300 (2025)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$124,500
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$272,600

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.38
23
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
1
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.
77
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.3 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.30%
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.0.25
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

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

E
East Oakview Elementary SchoolB
Elementary · Grades KG–4 · 0.3 mi
H
Northview High SchoolB+
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.7 mi
M
Crossroads Middle SchoolA-
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 0.8 mi

District: Northview Public School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 49525These 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.70
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.82
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.21

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.32%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.8.0%
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.31,139
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.1,263 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$96,767
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$130,666
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%

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

3896 Balsam Ave Ne 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 70% of homes in Grand Rapids 49525
  • Has a smaller lot than 83% of homes in Grand Rapids 49525

What homes are worth in Grand Rapids 49525

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

This home
$181K$1.1M

This home is worth more than 30% of homes in Grand Rapids 49525.

How it measures up in Grand Rapids 49525

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Grand Rapids 49525.

Estimated value$319,820
CheaperTypical $379,893Pricier

Pricier than 30% of homes nearby

Lot size0.25 ac
SmallerTypical 0.41 acBigger

Bigger than 17% of homes nearby

How 3896 Balsam Ave Ne ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeGrand Rapids 49525Kent County
Estimated valuepricier than$319,82030% of homes43% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.25 ac17% of homes44% of homes

About 3896 Balsam Ave Ne

How much is 3896 Balsam Ave Ne, Grand Rapids, MI worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 3896 Balsam Ave Ne, Grand Rapids, MI is $319,820 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $273,119 to $366,521. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 3896 Balsam Ave Ne, Grand Rapids, MI last sell?

3896 Balsam Ave Ne, Grand Rapids, MI last sold on May 31, 1995 for $86,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

What schools serve 3896 Balsam Ave Ne, Grand Rapids, MI?

3896 Balsam Ave Ne, Grand Rapids, MI is assigned to East Oakview Elementary School (elementary), rated B; Northview High School (high), rated B+; Crossroads Middle School (middle), rated A-. All sit in Northview Public School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 3896 Balsam Ave Ne, Grand Rapids, MI compare to other homes in Grand Rapids 49525?

Among the 10,150 homes in Grand Rapids 49525, it is worth more than 30% of them ($319,820 against a typical $379,893) and its lot is bigger than 17% of them (0.25 ac against a typical 0.41 ac). Measured against all of Kent County, it is worth more than 43% 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 3896 Balsam Ave Ne, Grand Rapids, MI?

The 2025 property tax bill for 3896 Balsam Ave Ne, Grand Rapids, MI was $1,501. The county assessed it at $136,300.

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