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$397,128$261 / 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 95How 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 $158,900 on Aug 30, 2013

485 EMPIRE DR SE

GRAND RAPIDS, MI 49508
2
Beds
1
Baths
1,524 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.
0.27 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1998
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
3
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$397K
$379K low$415K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$158,900 · Aug 30, 2013

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,098 (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.$156,400 (2025)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$152,800
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$312,800

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.
5
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.
71
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.0.27
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
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Deck · 1,438 ft²

Transaction History(8)

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(2)

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

E
Countryside Elementary SchoolA+
Elementary · Grades KG–4 · 0.7 mi
H
Byron Center High SchoolB+
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.5 mi
M
Byron Center West Middle SchoolA
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 4.8 mi

District: Byron Center Public Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 49508These 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.82
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.97%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.27%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.10%
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.44,015
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.3,652 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$69,224
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$85,307
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

485 Empire Dr Se 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 more than 84% of homes in Grand Rapids 49508
  • Costs more per square foot than 74% of homes in Grand Rapids 49508
  • Newer than 93% of homes in Grand Rapids 49508

What homes are worth in Grand Rapids 49508

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

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$166K$486K

This home is worth more than 84% of homes in Grand Rapids 49508.

How it measures up in Grand Rapids 49508

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Grand Rapids 49508.

Estimated value$397,128
CheaperTypical $341,611Pricier

Pricier than 84% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$261
CheaperTypical $231Pricier

Pricier than 74% of homes nearby

Living area1,524 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,472 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 55% of homes nearby

Lot size0.27 ac
SmallerTypical 0.28 acBigger

Bigger than 46% of homes nearby

Year built1998
OlderTypical 1972Newer

Newer than 93% of homes nearby

How 485 Empire Dr Se ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeGrand Rapids 49508Kent County
Estimated valuepricier than$397,12884% of homes63% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$26174% of homes57% of homes
Living areabigger than1,524 ft²55% of homes56% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.27 ac46% of homes47% of homes
Year builtnewer than199893% of homes81% of homes

About 485 Empire Dr Se

How much is 485 Empire Dr Se, Grand Rapids, MI worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 485 Empire Dr Se, Grand Rapids, MI is $397,128 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $378,815 to $415,441. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 485 Empire Dr Se, Grand Rapids, MI last sell?

485 Empire Dr Se, Grand Rapids, MI last sold on Aug 30, 2013 for $158,900, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 7 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 485 Empire Dr Se, Grand Rapids, MI?

485 Empire Dr Se, Grand Rapids, MI has 2 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,524 square feet of living space and a 0.27-acre lot.

When was 485 Empire Dr Se, Grand Rapids, MI built?

485 Empire Dr Se, Grand Rapids, MI was built in 1998, making it 28 years old. The building has 3 stories.

What schools serve 485 Empire Dr Se, Grand Rapids, MI?

485 Empire Dr Se, Grand Rapids, MI is assigned to Countryside Elementary School (elementary), rated A+; Byron Center High School (high), rated B+; Byron Center West Middle School (middle), rated A. All sit in Byron Center Public Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 485 Empire Dr Se, Grand Rapids, MI compare to other homes in Grand Rapids 49508?

Among the 10,630 homes in Grand Rapids 49508, it is worth more than 84% of them ($397,128 against a typical $341,611), its price per square foot is higher than 74% of them ($261 against a typical $231), it is bigger than 55% of them (1,524 ft² against a typical 1,472 ft²), its lot is bigger than 46% of them (0.27 ac against a typical 0.28 ac) and it is newer than 93% of them (1998 against a typical 1972). Measured against all of Kent County, it is worth more than 63% 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 485 Empire Dr Se, Grand Rapids, MI?

The 2025 property tax bill for 485 Empire Dr Se, Grand Rapids, MI was $2,098. The county assessed it at $156,400.

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