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Last sold for $67,500 on May 14, 2012

815 WATSON ST SW

GRAND RAPIDS, MI 49504
2
Baths
2,352 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.
1910
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
10
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$67,500 · May 14, 2012

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,712 (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.$164,000 (2025)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$144,400
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$328,000

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.34
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
5
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.
76
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 With Air Conditioning
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
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Patio · 224 ft²Porch · 224 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.

M
Grand Rapids University Preparatory AcademyB-
Middle · Grades 6–12 · 1.2 mi
E
Shawmut Hills SchoolD+
Elementary · Grades PK–8 · 2.3 mi

District: Grand Rapids Public Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 49504These 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.139
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.75
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.21

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.29%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.18%
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.41,462
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.3,686 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$67,371
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$81,253
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

815 Watson St Sw 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 94% of homes in Grand Rapids 49504
  • Has a smaller lot than 77% of homes in Kent County
  • Older than 91% of homes in Kent County

How it measures up in Grand Rapids 49504

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Grand Rapids 49504.

Living area2,352 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,376 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 94% of homes nearby

Lot size0.14 ac
SmallerTypical 0.15 acBigger

Bigger than 46% of homes nearby

Year built1910
OlderTypical 1929Newer

Newer than 29% of homes nearby

How 815 Watson St Sw ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeJohn Ball ParkGrand Rapids 49504Kent County
Living areabigger than2,352 ft²93% of homes94% of homes89% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.14 ac63% of homes46% of homes23% of homes
Year builtnewer than191044% of homes29% of homes9% of homes

About 815 Watson St Sw

When did 815 Watson St Sw, Grand Rapids, MI last sell?

815 Watson St Sw, Grand Rapids, MI last sold on May 14, 2012 for $67,500, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 815 Watson St Sw, Grand Rapids, MI?

815 Watson St Sw, Grand Rapids, MI has 2 bathrooms, 2,352 square feet of living space and a 0.14-acre lot.

When was 815 Watson St Sw, Grand Rapids, MI built?

815 Watson St Sw, Grand Rapids, MI was built in 1910, making it 116 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 815 Watson St Sw, Grand Rapids, MI?

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

How does 815 Watson St Sw, Grand Rapids, MI compare to other homes in Grand Rapids 49504?

Among the 13,437 homes in Grand Rapids 49504, it is bigger than 94% of them (2,352 ft² against a typical 1,376 ft²), its lot is bigger than 46% of them (0.14 ac against a typical 0.15 ac) and it is newer than 29% of them (1910 against a typical 1929). These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 815 Watson St Sw, Grand Rapids, MI?

The 2025 property tax bill for 815 Watson St Sw, Grand Rapids, MI was $2,712. The county assessed it at $164,000.

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