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$396,984$286 / 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 Sep 24, 2026
Last sold for $363,000 on Dec 19, 2024

597 FOREST HILL AVE SE

GRAND RAPIDS, MI 49546
2
Baths
1,388 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.
0.38 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1955
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

$397K
$368K low$426K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$363,000 · Dec 19, 2024

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$3,712 (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.$180,100 (2025)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$158,800
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$360,200

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.
6
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.
72
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.Ranch
CountyKENT
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.38
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air With Air Conditioning
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(5)

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
Collins Elementary SchoolA
Elementary · Grades KG–4 · 0.6 mi
H
Northern High SchoolA+
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.6 mi
M
Northern Hills Middle SchoolA+
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 2.9 mi

District: Forest Hills Public Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 49546These 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.84
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.83
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.18

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.94%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.38%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.8.2%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.2%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.32,338
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.1,754 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$100,405
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$130,381
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

597 Forest Hill Ave 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 Grand Rapids 49546
  • Costs more per square foot than 70% of homes in Kent County
  • Smaller than 77% of homes in Grand Rapids 49546
  • Older than 93% of homes in Grand Rapids 49546

What homes are worth in Grand Rapids 49546

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

This home
$205K$1.4M

This home is worth more than 24% of homes in Grand Rapids 49546.

How it measures up in Grand Rapids 49546

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Grand Rapids 49546.

Estimated value$396,984
CheaperTypical $528,398Pricier

Pricier than 24% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$286
CheaperTypical $278Pricier

Pricier than 56% of homes nearby

Living area1,388 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,871 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 23% of homes nearby

Lot size0.38 ac
SmallerTypical 0.38 acBigger

Bigger than 50% of homes nearby

Year built1955
OlderTypical 1979Newer

Newer than 7% of homes nearby

How 597 Forest Hill Ave Se ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeGrand Rapids 49546Kent County
Estimated valuepricier than$396,98424% of homes63% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$28656% of homes70% of homes
Living areabigger than1,388 ft²23% of homes46% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.38 ac50% of homes61% of homes
Year builtnewer than19557% of homes37% of homes

About 597 Forest Hill Ave Se

How much is 597 Forest Hill Ave Se, Grand Rapids, MI worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 597 Forest Hill Ave Se, Grand Rapids, MI is $396,984 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $367,569 to $426,399. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 597 Forest Hill Ave Se, Grand Rapids, MI last sell?

597 Forest Hill Ave Se, Grand Rapids, MI last sold on Dec 19, 2024 for $363,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 3 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 597 Forest Hill Ave Se, Grand Rapids, MI?

597 Forest Hill Ave Se, Grand Rapids, MI has 2 bathrooms, 1,388 square feet of living space and a 0.38-acre lot.

When was 597 Forest Hill Ave Se, Grand Rapids, MI built?

597 Forest Hill Ave Se, Grand Rapids, MI was built in 1955, making it 71 years old. It is a ranch home.

What schools serve 597 Forest Hill Ave Se, Grand Rapids, MI?

597 Forest Hill Ave Se, Grand Rapids, MI is assigned to Collins Elementary School (elementary), rated A; Northern High School (high), rated A+; Northern Hills Middle School (middle), rated A+. All sit in Forest Hills Public Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 597 Forest Hill Ave Se, Grand Rapids, MI compare to other homes in Grand Rapids 49546?

Among the 9,176 homes in Grand Rapids 49546, it is worth more than 24% of them ($396,984 against a typical $528,398), its price per square foot is higher than 56% of them ($286 against a typical $278), it is bigger than 23% of them (1,388 ft² against a typical 1,871 ft²), its lot is bigger than 50% of them (0.38 ac against a typical 0.38 ac) and it is newer than 7% of them (1955 against a typical 1979). 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 597 Forest Hill Ave Se, Grand Rapids, MI?

The 2025 property tax bill for 597 Forest Hill Ave Se, Grand Rapids, MI was $3,712. The county assessed it at $180,100.

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