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$388,062$204 / 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 93How 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 $42,900 on Feb 27, 2003

488 EMPIRE DR SE

GRAND RAPIDS, MI 49508
2
Beds
2
Baths
1,902 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.
0.32 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2003
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$388K
$362K low$414K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$42,900 · Feb 27, 2003
Est. Owner EquityRoughly how much of the home's value the owner would keep after paying off known loans. It is our estimate minus the loans still owed.$259,262
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$207,410
Loan-to-ValueHow much is still owed on the home compared to what it is worth. 80% means loans equal 80% of our estimate, so it shifts when the estimate does.31%
1st MortgageA loan still believed to be open on this home, in the order lenders get repaid. The first position is paid back before the second.$128,800
LAKE MI CU · recorded Feb 23, 2016

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$3,049 (2023)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$170,100 (2025)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$166,300
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$340,200

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
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Bi-Level
CountyKent
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.32
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air
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 · 1,333 ft²

Transaction History(1)

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
Countryside Elementary SchoolA+
Elementary · Grades KG–4 · 0.7 mi
H
Byron Center High SchoolB+
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.6 mi
M
Byron Center West Middle SchoolA
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 4.9 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%

Ownership

OccupancyWhether the owner appears to live here or somewhere else. It is inferred from the mailing address on record.Owner occupied
Company ownedWhether the owner is a company or trust rather than a person.No

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

488 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 80% of homes in Grand Rapids 49508
  • Costs less per square foot than 73% of homes in Kent County
  • Bigger than 82% of homes in Grand Rapids 49508
  • Has a bigger lot than 70% of homes in Grand Rapids 49508
  • Newer than 96% 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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$175K$514K

This home is worth more than 80% 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$388,062
CheaperTypical $337,504Pricier

Pricier than 80% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$204
CheaperTypical $225Pricier

Pricier than 31% of homes nearby

Living area1,902 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,471 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 82% of homes nearby

Lot size0.32 ac
SmallerTypical 0.28 acBigger

Bigger than 70% of homes nearby

Year built2003
OlderTypical 1972Newer

Newer than 96% of homes nearby

How 488 Empire Dr Se ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeGrand Rapids 49508Kent County
Estimated valuepricier than$388,06280% of homes61% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$20431% of homes27% of homes
Living areabigger than1,902 ft²82% of homes76% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.32 ac70% of homes56% of homes
Year builtnewer than200396% of homes88% of homes

About 488 Empire Dr Se

How much is 488 Empire Dr Se, Grand Rapids, MI worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 488 Empire Dr Se, Grand Rapids, MI is $388,062 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $361,784 to $414,340. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 488 Empire Dr Se, Grand Rapids, MI last sell?

488 Empire Dr Se, Grand Rapids, MI last sold on Feb 27, 2003 for $42,900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 488 Empire Dr Se, Grand Rapids, MI?

488 Empire Dr Se, Grand Rapids, MI has 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,902 square feet of living space and a 0.32-acre lot.

When was 488 Empire Dr Se, Grand Rapids, MI built?

488 Empire Dr Se, Grand Rapids, MI was built in 2003, making it 23 years old. It is a bi-level home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 488 Empire Dr Se, Grand Rapids, MI?

488 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 488 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 80% of them ($388,062 against a typical $337,504), its price per square foot is higher than 31% of them ($204 against a typical $225), it is bigger than 82% of them (1,902 ft² against a typical 1,471 ft²), its lot is bigger than 70% of them (0.32 ac against a typical 0.28 ac) and it is newer than 96% of them (2003 against a typical 1972). Measured against all of Kent County, it is worth more than 61% 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 488 Empire Dr Se, Grand Rapids, MI?

The 2023 property tax bill for 488 Empire Dr Se, Grand Rapids, MI was $3,049. The county assessed it at $170,100.

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