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$515,000$171 / 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 Jul 14, 2026
Last sold for $276,500 on Jun 22, 2005

5537 BENTBROOK ST SE

GRAND RAPIDS, MI 49508
4
Beds
3.5
Baths
3,005 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.
0.28 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1987
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$515K
$496K low$534K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$276,500 · Jun 22, 2005
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.$156,580
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$125,264
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.68%
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.$247,920
NORTH AMERICAN SAVINGS BANK FSB · recorded Apr 20, 2018
2nd 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.$69,000
LAKE MICHIGAN CU
3rd 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.$41,500

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$4,844 (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.$249,100 (2025)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$243,400
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$498,200

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.39
36
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.
69
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.
Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.7 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.30%
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.0.28
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air With Air Conditioning
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Yes
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
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
Discovery Elementary SchoolC+
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.6 mi
M
Pinewood Middle SchoolC-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.7 mi
H
East Kentwood High SchoolC+
High · Grades 10–12 · 1.0 mi

District: Kentwood 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

5537 Bentbrook 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 more than 98% of homes in Grand Rapids 49508
  • Costs less per square foot than 92% of homes in Grand Rapids 49508
  • Among the largest homes in Grand Rapids 49508
  • Newer than 75% 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.

This home
$174K$510K

This home is worth more than 98% 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$515,000
CheaperTypical $337,446Pricier

Pricier than 98% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$171
CheaperTypical $225Pricier

Pricier than 8% of homes nearby

Living area3,005 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,472 ft²Bigger

Bigger than almost all homes nearby

Lot size0.28 ac
SmallerTypical 0.28 acBigger

Bigger than 55% of homes nearby

Year built1987
OlderTypical 1972Newer

Newer than 75% of homes nearby

How 5537 Bentbrook St Se ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeGrand Rapids 49508Kent County
Estimated valuepricier than$515,00098% of homes81% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$1718% of homes13% of homes
Living areabigger than3,005 ft²almost all homes96% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.28 ac55% of homes50% of homes
Year builtnewer than198775% of homes67% of homes

About 5537 Bentbrook St Se

How much is 5537 Bentbrook St Se, Grand Rapids, MI worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 5537 Bentbrook St Se, Grand Rapids, MI is $515,000 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $496,004 to $533,996. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 5537 Bentbrook St Se, Grand Rapids, MI last sell?

5537 Bentbrook St Se, Grand Rapids, MI last sold on Jun 22, 2005 for $276,500, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 5537 Bentbrook St Se, Grand Rapids, MI?

5537 Bentbrook St Se, Grand Rapids, MI has 4 bedrooms, 3.5 bathrooms, 3,005 square feet of living space and a 0.28-acre lot.

When was 5537 Bentbrook St Se, Grand Rapids, MI built?

5537 Bentbrook St Se, Grand Rapids, MI was built in 1987, making it 39 years old.

What schools serve 5537 Bentbrook St Se, Grand Rapids, MI?

5537 Bentbrook St Se, Grand Rapids, MI is assigned to Discovery Elementary School (elementary), rated C+; Pinewood Middle School (middle), rated C-; East Kentwood High School (high), rated C+. All sit in Kentwood Public Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 5537 Bentbrook St 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 98% of them ($515,000 against a typical $337,446), its price per square foot is higher than 8% of them ($171 against a typical $225), it is bigger than almost all of them (3,005 ft² against a typical 1,472 ft²), its lot is bigger than 55% of them (0.28 ac against a typical 0.28 ac) and it is newer than 75% of them (1987 against a typical 1972). Measured against all of Kent County, it is worth more than 81% 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 5537 Bentbrook St Se, Grand Rapids, MI?

The 2025 property tax bill for 5537 Bentbrook St Se, Grand Rapids, MI was $4,844. The county assessed it at $249,100.

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