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$363,125$233 / 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 89How 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

6856 UNION AVE SE

GRAND RAPIDS, MI 49548
3
Beds
2 / 1
Baths
1,556 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.
0.29 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1966
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

$363K
$322K low$404K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,215 (2023)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$154,800 (2025)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$145,200
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$309,600

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.32
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.
71
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.0.28
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air
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
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Deck · 1,256 ft²

Transaction History(3)

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
Southwood Elementary SchoolB
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.3 mi
H
East Kentwood High SchoolC+
High · Grades 10–12 · 1.7 mi
M
Pinewood Middle SchoolC-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 2.1 mi

District: Kentwood 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%

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How this home compares

6856 Union 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 more than 95% of homes in Grand Rapids 49548
  • Bigger than 90% of homes in Grand Rapids 49548
  • Has a bigger lot than 80% of homes in Grand Rapids 49548
  • Newer than 65% of homes in Grand Rapids 49548

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
$130K$391K

This home is worth more than 95% 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$363,125
CheaperTypical $236,149Pricier

Pricier than 95% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$233
CheaperTypical $235Pricier

Pricier than 49% of homes nearby

Living area1,556 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,012 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 90% of homes nearby

Lot size0.29 ac
SmallerTypical 0.18 acBigger

Bigger than 80% of homes nearby

Year built1966
OlderTypical 1955Newer

Newer than 65% of homes nearby

How 6856 Union Ave Se ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeGrand Rapids 49548Kent County
Estimated valuepricier than$363,12595% of homes55% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$23349% of homes40% of homes
Living areabigger than1,556 ft²90% of homes58% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.29 ac80% of homes50% of homes
Year builtnewer than196665% of homes49% of homes

About 6856 Union Ave Se

How much is 6856 Union Ave Se, Grand Rapids, MI worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 6856 Union Ave Se, Grand Rapids, MI is $363,125 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $321,753 to $404,497. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

How big is 6856 Union Ave Se, Grand Rapids, MI?

6856 Union Ave Se, Grand Rapids, MI has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,556 square feet of living space and a 0.28-acre lot.

When was 6856 Union Ave Se, Grand Rapids, MI built?

6856 Union Ave Se, Grand Rapids, MI was built in 1966, making it 60 years old. It is a ranch home.

What schools serve 6856 Union Ave Se, Grand Rapids, MI?

6856 Union Ave Se, Grand Rapids, MI is assigned to Southwood Elementary School (elementary), rated B; East Kentwood High School (high), rated C+; Pinewood Middle School (middle), rated C-. All sit in Kentwood Public Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 6856 Union Ave 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 95% of them ($363,125 against a typical $236,149), its price per square foot is higher than 49% of them ($233 against a typical $235), it is bigger than 90% of them (1,556 ft² against a typical 1,012 ft²), its lot is bigger than 80% of them (0.29 ac against a typical 0.18 ac) and it is newer than 65% of them (1966 against a typical 1955). Measured against all of Kent County, it is worth more than 55% 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 6856 Union Ave Se, Grand Rapids, MI?

The 2023 property tax bill for 6856 Union Ave Se, Grand Rapids, MI was $2,215. The county assessed it at $154,800.

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