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$286,860$173 / 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 Sep 24, 2026
Last sold for $173,500 on Sep 5, 2019

431 JAMES ST

LOWELL, MI 49331
4
Beds
1
Baths
1,660 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.
1.19 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1860
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$287K
$276K low$297K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$173,500 · Sep 5, 2019

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$3,282 (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.$125,500 (2025)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$120,000
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$251,000

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.
14
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.1.19
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air With Air Conditioning
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(2)

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
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

431 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 80% of homes in Lowell 49331
  • Costs less per square foot than 91% of homes in Lowell 49331
  • Bigger than 65% of homes in Kent County
  • Has a bigger lot than 80% of homes in Kent County
  • Among the oldest homes in Lowell 49331

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
$193K$874K

This home is worth more than 20% 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$286,860
CheaperTypical $400,235Pricier

Pricier than 20% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$173
CheaperTypical $260Pricier

Pricier than 9% of homes nearby

Living area1,660 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,568 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 56% of homes nearby

Lot size1.19 ac
SmallerTypical 1.32 acBigger

Bigger than 48% of homes nearby

Year built1860
OlderTypical 1987Newer

Older than almost all homes nearby

How 431 James St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeLowell 49331Kent County
Estimated valuepricier than$286,86020% of homes31% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$1739% of homes11% of homes
Living areabigger than1,660 ft²56% of homes65% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1.19 ac48% of homes80% of homes
Year builtnewer than1860almost no homesalmost no homes

About 431 James St

How much is 431 James St, Lowell, MI worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 431 James St, Lowell, MI is $286,860 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $276,268 to $297,452. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 431 James St, Lowell, MI last sell?

431 James St, Lowell, MI last sold on Sep 5, 2019 for $173,500, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 431 James St, Lowell, MI?

431 James St, Lowell, MI has 4 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,660 square feet of living space and a 1.19-acre lot.

When was 431 James St, Lowell, MI built?

431 James St, Lowell, MI was built in 1860, making it 166 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 431 James St, Lowell, MI?

431 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 431 James St, Lowell, MI compare to other homes in Lowell 49331?

Among the 6,387 homes in Lowell 49331, it is worth more than 20% of them ($286,860 against a typical $400,235), its price per square foot is higher than 9% of them ($173 against a typical $260), it is bigger than 56% of them (1,660 ft² against a typical 1,568 ft²), its lot is bigger than 48% of them (1.19 ac against a typical 1.32 ac) and it is newer than almost none of them (1860 against a typical 1987). Measured against all of Kent County, it is worth more than 31% 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 431 James St, Lowell, MI?

The 2025 property tax bill for 431 James St, Lowell, MI was $3,282. The county assessed it at $125,500.

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