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Last sold for $22,500 on Apr 21, 2014

42 SHELBY ST SW

GRAND RAPIDS, MI 49507
4
Beds
2
Baths
1,858 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.
0.11 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1920
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
10
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$22,500 · Apr 21, 2014

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,239 (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.$99,200 (2025)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$104,100
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$198,400

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.
1
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.
75
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.0.11
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air With Air Conditioning
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
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 · 134 ft²

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.

Foreclosure Filings(1)

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

E
Southwest Elementary Academia BilingueC+
Elementary · Grades PK–6 · 0.7 mi
H
Grand Rapids University Preparatory AcademyB-
High · Grades 6–12 · 0.7 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%

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How this home compares

42 Shelby St Sw 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 89% of homes in Grand Rapids 49507
  • Has a smaller lot than 86% of homes in Kent County
  • Older than 87% of homes in Kent County

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.

Living area1,858 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,319 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 89% of homes nearby

Lot size0.11 ac
SmallerTypical 0.12 acBigger

Bigger than 28% of homes nearby

Year built1920
OlderTypical 1925Newer

Newer than 31% of homes nearby

How 42 Shelby St Sw ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeSouthwestGrand Rapids 49507Kent County
Living areabigger than1,858 ft²88% of homes89% of homes75% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.11 ac26% of homes28% of homes14% of homes
Year builtnewer than192080% of homes31% of homes13% of homes

About 42 Shelby St Sw

When did 42 Shelby St Sw, Grand Rapids, MI last sell?

42 Shelby St Sw, Grand Rapids, MI last sold on Apr 21, 2014 for $22,500, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 5 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 42 Shelby St Sw, Grand Rapids, MI?

42 Shelby St Sw, Grand Rapids, MI has 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,858 square feet of living space and a 0.11-acre lot.

When was 42 Shelby St Sw, Grand Rapids, MI built?

42 Shelby St Sw, Grand Rapids, MI was built in 1920, making it 106 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 42 Shelby St Sw, Grand Rapids, MI?

42 Shelby St Sw, Grand Rapids, MI is assigned to Southwest Elementary Academia Bilingue (elementary), rated C+; Grand Rapids University Preparatory Academy (high), rated B-. All sit in Grand Rapids Public Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 42 Shelby St Sw, Grand Rapids, MI compare to other homes in Grand Rapids 49507?

Among the 11,169 homes in Grand Rapids 49507, it is bigger than 89% of them (1,858 ft² against a typical 1,319 ft²), its lot is bigger than 28% of them (0.11 ac against a typical 0.12 ac) and it is newer than 31% of them (1920 against a typical 1925). These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 42 Shelby St Sw, Grand Rapids, MI?

The 2025 property tax bill for 42 Shelby St Sw, Grand Rapids, MI was $1,239. The county assessed it at $99,200.

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