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$261,470$253 / 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 94How 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 $111,000 on Aug 3, 2005

551 VAN ALLEN ST SE

GRAND RAPIDS, MI 49548
3
Beds
1
Baths
1,032 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.
678 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1948
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
1
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$261K
$246K low$277K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$111,000 · Aug 3, 2005

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,698 (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.$121,600 (2025)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$109,000
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$243,200

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.
1
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.
73
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.0.01
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
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Deck · 72 ft²

Transaction History(4)

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.

M
Godwin Heights Middle SchoolB-
Middle · Grades 5–8 · 0.8 mi
H
Godwin Heights Senior High SchoolB-
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.9 mi
E
North Godwin Elementary SchoolC-
Elementary · Grades 2–5 · 0.9 mi

District: Godwin Heights Public Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 49548These 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.89
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.77
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.19

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.15%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.15%
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.35,310
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.3,391 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$60,248
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$71,593
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%

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

551 Van Allen St 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 less than 76% of homes in Kent County
  • Costs more per square foot than 68% of homes in Grand Rapids 49548
  • Smaller than 84% of homes in Kent County
  • Has a smaller lot than 98% of homes in Kent County
  • Older than 72% of homes in Kent County

What homes are worth in Grand Rapids 49548

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

This home
$128K$379K

This home is worth more than 67% of homes in Grand Rapids 49548.

How it measures up in Grand Rapids 49548

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Grand Rapids 49548.

Estimated value$261,470
CheaperTypical $237,152Pricier

Pricier than 67% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$253
CheaperTypical $229Pricier

Pricier than 68% of homes nearby

Living area1,032 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,016 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 52% of homes nearby

Lot size678 ft²
SmallerTypical 0.18 acBigger

Bigger than 15% of homes nearby

Year built1948
OlderTypical 1956Newer

Newer than 31% of homes nearby

How 551 Van Allen St Se ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeGrand Rapids 49548Kent County
Estimated valuepricier than$261,47067% of homes24% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$25368% of homes56% of homes
Living areabigger than1,032 ft²52% of homes16% of homes
Lot sizebigger than678 ft²15% of homes2% of homes
Year builtnewer than194831% of homes28% of homes

About 551 Van Allen St Se

How much is 551 Van Allen St Se, Grand Rapids, MI worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 551 Van Allen St Se, Grand Rapids, MI is $261,470 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $245,959 to $276,981. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 551 Van Allen St Se, Grand Rapids, MI last sell?

551 Van Allen St Se, Grand Rapids, MI last sold on Aug 3, 2005 for $111,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 3 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 551 Van Allen St Se, Grand Rapids, MI?

551 Van Allen St Se, Grand Rapids, MI has 3 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,032 square feet of living space and a 0.01-acre lot.

When was 551 Van Allen St Se, Grand Rapids, MI built?

551 Van Allen St Se, Grand Rapids, MI was built in 1948, making it 78 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 551 Van Allen St Se, Grand Rapids, MI?

551 Van Allen St Se, Grand Rapids, MI is assigned to Godwin Heights Middle School (middle), rated B-; Godwin Heights Senior High School (high), rated B-; North Godwin Elementary School (elementary), rated C-. All sit in Godwin Heights Public Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 551 Van Allen St Se, Grand Rapids, MI compare to other homes in Grand Rapids 49548?

Among the 9,141 homes in Grand Rapids 49548, it is worth more than 67% of them ($261,470 against a typical $237,152), its price per square foot is higher than 68% of them ($253 against a typical $229), it is bigger than 52% of them (1,032 ft² against a typical 1,016 ft²), its lot is bigger than 15% of them (678 ft² against a typical 0.18 ac) and it is newer than 31% of them (1948 against a typical 1956). Measured against all of Kent County, it is worth more than 24% 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 551 Van Allen St Se, Grand Rapids, MI?

The 2025 property tax bill for 551 Van Allen St Se, Grand Rapids, MI was $1,698. The county assessed it at $121,600.

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