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$170,444$257 / 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 $50,000 on Nov 9, 2010

47 LAFAYETTE AVE NE

GRAND RAPIDS, MI 49503
Building report
2
Beds
1
Baths
663 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.
1962
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
4
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$170K
$157K low$184K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$50,000 · Nov 9, 2010

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$3,008 (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.$98,500 (2025)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$98,500
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$197,000

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.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.Condominium
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Condo/Apartment
CountyKENT
Effective Year BuiltAn adjusted build year that accounts for condition and major remodels. A big renovation can make a home count as newer than it is.2011
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Hot Water
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.

H
Innovation Central High SchoolD-
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.2 mi
E
Grand Rapids Montessori AcademyC
Elementary · Grades PK–12 · 0.3 mi

District: Grand Rapids Public Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 49503These 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.149
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.78
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.20

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.92%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.30%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.23%
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.40,149
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.5,306 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$59,548
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$76,334
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

47 Lafayette 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.

  • Among the least valuable homes in Heartside
  • Costs less per square foot than 91% of homes in Heartside
  • Among the smallest homes in Kent County
  • Newer than 87% of homes in Grand Rapids 49503

What homes are worth in Grand Rapids 49503

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

This home
$136K$756K

This home is worth more than 9% of homes in Grand Rapids 49503.

How it measures up in Grand Rapids 49503

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Grand Rapids 49503.

Estimated value$170,444
CheaperTypical $276,871Pricier

Pricier than 9% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$257
CheaperTypical $223Pricier

Pricier than 68% of homes nearby

Living area663 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,354 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 2% of homes nearby

Year built1962
OlderTypical 1917Newer

Newer than 87% of homes nearby

How 47 Lafayette Ave Ne ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeHeartsideGrand Rapids 49503Kent County
Estimated valuepricier than$170,444almost no homes9% of homes4% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$2579% of homes68% of homes56% of homes
Living areabigger than663 ft²22% of homes2% of homesalmost no homes
Year builtnewer than196266% of homes87% of homes45% of homes

About 47 Lafayette Ave Ne

How much is 47 Lafayette Ave Ne, Grand Rapids, MI worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 47 Lafayette Ave Ne, Grand Rapids, MI is $170,444 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $157,265 to $183,623. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 47 Lafayette Ave Ne, Grand Rapids, MI last sell?

47 Lafayette Ave Ne, Grand Rapids, MI last sold on Nov 9, 2010 for $50,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 47 Lafayette Ave Ne, Grand Rapids, MI?

47 Lafayette Ave Ne, Grand Rapids, MI has 2 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms and 663 square feet of living space.

When was 47 Lafayette Ave Ne, Grand Rapids, MI built?

47 Lafayette Ave Ne, Grand Rapids, MI was built in 1962, making it 64 years old. It is a condo/apartment home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 47 Lafayette Ave Ne, Grand Rapids, MI?

47 Lafayette Ave Ne, Grand Rapids, MI is assigned to Innovation Central High School (high), rated D-; Grand Rapids Montessori Academy (elementary), rated C. All sit in Grand Rapids Public Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 47 Lafayette Ave Ne, Grand Rapids, MI compare to other homes in Grand Rapids 49503?

Among the 9,993 homes in Grand Rapids 49503, it is worth more than 9% of them ($170,444 against a typical $276,871), its price per square foot is higher than 68% of them ($257 against a typical $223), it is bigger than 2% of them (663 ft² against a typical 1,354 ft²) and it is newer than 87% of them (1962 against a typical 1917). Measured against all of Kent County, it is worth more than 4% 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 47 Lafayette Ave Ne, Grand Rapids, MI?

The 2025 property tax bill for 47 Lafayette Ave Ne, Grand Rapids, MI was $3,008. The county assessed it at $98,500.

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