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Last sold for $149,900 on Sep 20, 2021

616 BATES ST SE

GRAND RAPIDS, MI 49503
3 / 2
Baths
1,788 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.
0.15 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1890
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
11
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$149,900 · Sep 20, 2021

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$4,891 (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.$104,900 (2025)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$95,500
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$209,800

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.
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.
74
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.0.15
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.Porch · 72 ft²

Transaction History(13)

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(1)

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

E
Martin Luther King Leadership AcademyD+
Elementary · Grades PK–8 · 0.4 mi
H
Grand Rapids University Preparatory AcademyB-
High · Grades 6–12 · 0.8 mi

District: Grand Rapids Public Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 49503These 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.149
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.78
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.92%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.30%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.23%
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.40,149
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.5,306 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$59,548
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$76,334
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

616 Bates 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.

  • Bigger than 74% of homes in Grand Rapids 49503
  • Has a bigger lot than 81% of homes in Southeast Community / SECA
  • Older than 97% of homes in Kent County

How it measures up in Grand Rapids 49503

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Grand Rapids 49503.

Living area1,788 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,350 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 74% of homes nearby

Lot size0.15 ac
SmallerTypical 0.14 acBigger

Bigger than 58% of homes nearby

Year built1890
OlderTypical 1918Newer

Newer than 16% of homes nearby

How 616 Bates St Se ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeSoutheast Community / SECAGrand Rapids 49503Kent County
Living areabigger than1,788 ft²70% of homes74% of homes71% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.15 ac81% of homes58% of homes24% of homes
Year builtnewer than189017% of homes16% of homes3% of homes

About 616 Bates St Se

When did 616 Bates St Se, Grand Rapids, MI last sell?

616 Bates St Se, Grand Rapids, MI last sold on Sep 20, 2021 for $149,900, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 8 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 616 Bates St Se, Grand Rapids, MI?

616 Bates St Se, Grand Rapids, MI has 3 bathrooms, 1,788 square feet of living space and a 0.15-acre lot.

When was 616 Bates St Se, Grand Rapids, MI built?

616 Bates St Se, Grand Rapids, MI was built in 1890, making it 136 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 616 Bates St Se, Grand Rapids, MI?

616 Bates St Se, Grand Rapids, MI is assigned to Martin Luther King Leadership Academy (elementary), rated D+; Grand Rapids University Preparatory Academy (high), rated B-. All sit in Grand Rapids Public Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 616 Bates St Se, Grand Rapids, MI compare to other homes in Grand Rapids 49503?

Among the 9,995 homes in Grand Rapids 49503, it is bigger than 74% of them (1,788 ft² against a typical 1,350 ft²), its lot is bigger than 58% of them (0.15 ac against a typical 0.14 ac) and it is newer than 16% of them (1890 against a typical 1918). These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 616 Bates St Se, Grand Rapids, MI?

The 2025 property tax bill for 616 Bates St Se, Grand Rapids, MI was $4,891. The county assessed it at $104,900.

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