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$279,020$108 / 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 78How 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

701 LAFAYETTE AVE SE

GRAND RAPIDS, MI 49503
2
Baths
2,578 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.
0.14 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2014
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$279K
$217K low$341K high

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.
62
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
75
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.0.14
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.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.

M
Grand Rapids University Preparatory AcademyB-
Middle · Grades 6–12 · 0.4 mi
E
Martin Luther King Leadership AcademyD+
Elementary · Grades PK–8 · 0.6 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

701 Lafayette 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 88% of homes in Southeast Community / SECA
  • Among the lowest price per square foot in Kent County
  • Bigger than 93% of homes in Southeast Community / SECA
  • Has a smaller lot than 78% of homes in Kent County
  • Among the newest homes in Grand Rapids 49503

What homes are worth in Grand Rapids 49503

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

This home
$123K$735K

This home is worth more than 52% of homes in Grand Rapids 49503.

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.

Estimated value$279,020
CheaperTypical $273,507Pricier

Pricier than 52% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$108
CheaperTypical $221Pricier

Pricier than 6% of homes nearby

Living area2,578 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,354 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 91% of homes nearby

Lot size0.14 ac
SmallerTypical 0.14 acBigger

Bigger than 48% of homes nearby

Year built2014
OlderTypical 1917Newer

Newer than almost all homes nearby

How 701 Lafayette Ave Se ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeSoutheast Community / SECAGrand Rapids 49503Kent County
Estimated valuepricier than$279,02088% of homes52% of homes30% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$10827% of homes6% of homesalmost no homes
Living areabigger than2,578 ft²93% of homes91% of homes93% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.14 ac69% of homes48% of homes22% of homes
Year builtnewer than201498% of homesalmost all homes96% of homes

About 701 Lafayette Ave Se

How much is 701 Lafayette Ave Se, Grand Rapids, MI worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 701 Lafayette Ave Se, Grand Rapids, MI is $279,020 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $216,867 to $341,173. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 701 Lafayette Ave Se, Grand Rapids, MI last sell?

701 Lafayette Ave Se, Grand Rapids, MI last sold on Jun 27, 2014, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 701 Lafayette Ave Se, Grand Rapids, MI?

701 Lafayette Ave Se, Grand Rapids, MI has 2 bathrooms, 2,578 square feet of living space and a 0.14-acre lot.

When was 701 Lafayette Ave Se, Grand Rapids, MI built?

701 Lafayette Ave Se, Grand Rapids, MI was built in 2014, making it 12 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 701 Lafayette Ave Se, Grand Rapids, MI?

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

How does 701 Lafayette Ave Se, Grand Rapids, MI compare to other homes in Grand Rapids 49503?

Among the 9,995 homes in Grand Rapids 49503, it is worth more than 52% of them ($279,020 against a typical $273,507), its price per square foot is higher than 6% of them ($108 against a typical $221), it is bigger than 91% of them (2,578 ft² against a typical 1,354 ft²), its lot is bigger than 48% of them (0.14 ac against a typical 0.14 ac) and it is newer than almost all of them (2014 against a typical 1917). Measured against all of Kent County, it is worth more than 30% of homes there. These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

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