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$142,436$94 / 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 84How 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 $19,000 on Aug 12, 1985

638 WATKINS ST SE

GRAND RAPIDS, MI 49507
1
Baths
1,522 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.
3,311 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1885
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
7
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$142K
$119K low$166K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$19,000 · Aug 12, 1985
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.$123,786
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$99,029
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.11%
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.$18,650
GRAND RAPIDS CITY (MI) · recorded Oct 29, 2008

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$538 (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.$77,000 (2025)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$69,500
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$154,000

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
Effective Year BuiltAn adjusted build year that accounts for condition and major remodels. A big renovation can make a home count as newer than it is.2008
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.08
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 · 16 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
Campus Elementary SchoolD+
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 0.8 mi
M
Grand Rapids University Preparatory AcademyB-
Middle · Grades 6–12 · 0.9 mi

District: Grand Rapids Public Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 49507These 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.121
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.81
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.15

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.95%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.18%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.26%
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.37,497
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.6,743 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$57,676
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$74,047
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

638 Watkins 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 98% of homes in Kent County
  • Among the lowest price per square foot in Kent County
  • Bigger than 72% of homes in Grand Rapids 49507
  • Has a smaller lot than 96% of homes in Grand Rapids 49507
  • Older than 98% of homes in Grand Rapids 49507

What homes are worth in Grand Rapids 49507

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

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$114K$392K

This home is worth more than 9% of homes in Grand Rapids 49507.

How it measures up in Grand Rapids 49507

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Grand Rapids 49507.

Estimated value$142,436
CheaperTypical $235,557Pricier

Pricier than 9% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$94
CheaperTypical $177Pricier

Pricier than 5% of homes nearby

Living area1,522 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,320 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 72% of homes nearby

Lot size3,311 ft²
SmallerTypical 0.12 acBigger

Bigger than 4% of homes nearby

Year built1885
OlderTypical 1925Newer

Newer than 2% of homes nearby

How 638 Watkins St Se ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeSoutheast Community / SECAGrand Rapids 49507Kent County
Estimated valuepricier than$142,43615% of homes9% of homes2% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$9414% of homes5% of homesalmost no homes
Living areabigger than1,522 ft²53% of homes72% of homes56% of homes
Lot sizebigger than3,311 ft²11% of homes4% of homes8% of homes
Year builtnewer than18857% of homes2% of homes2% of homes

About 638 Watkins St Se

How much is 638 Watkins St Se, Grand Rapids, MI worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 638 Watkins St Se, Grand Rapids, MI is $142,436 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $119,355 to $165,517. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 638 Watkins St Se, Grand Rapids, MI last sell?

638 Watkins St Se, Grand Rapids, MI last sold on Aug 12, 1985 for $19,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 638 Watkins St Se, Grand Rapids, MI?

638 Watkins St Se, Grand Rapids, MI has 1 bathrooms, 1,522 square feet of living space and a 0.08-acre lot.

When was 638 Watkins St Se, Grand Rapids, MI built?

638 Watkins St Se, Grand Rapids, MI was built in 1885, making it 141 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 638 Watkins St Se, Grand Rapids, MI?

638 Watkins St Se, Grand Rapids, MI is assigned to Campus Elementary School (elementary), rated D+; Grand Rapids University Preparatory Academy (middle), rated B-. All sit in Grand Rapids Public Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 638 Watkins St Se, Grand Rapids, MI compare to other homes in Grand Rapids 49507?

Among the 11,169 homes in Grand Rapids 49507, it is worth more than 9% of them ($142,436 against a typical $235,557), its price per square foot is higher than 5% of them ($94 against a typical $177), it is bigger than 72% of them (1,522 ft² against a typical 1,320 ft²), its lot is bigger than 4% of them (3,311 ft² against a typical 0.12 ac) and it is newer than 2% of them (1885 against a typical 1925). Measured against all of Kent County, it is worth more than 2% 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 638 Watkins St Se, Grand Rapids, MI?

The 2025 property tax bill for 638 Watkins St Se, Grand Rapids, MI was $538. The county assessed it at $77,000.

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