Skip to content
Skip to content
TopHapOpen in map
Single Family ResidenceResidential
$1,353,386$457 / 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 94How 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 $663,140 on Jun 30, 2014

857 SANTA BARBARA DR SE

GRAND RAPIDS, MI 49506
3
Beds
3.5
Baths
2,963 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.
0.49 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1956
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

$1.4M
$1.3M low$1.4M high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$663,140 · Jun 30, 2014

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$22,383 (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.$596,700 (2025)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$546,400
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$1,193,400

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.38
19
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
9
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.
73
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.
Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.3 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.30%
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.0.49
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air With Air Conditioning
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

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.

E
Wealthy SchoolA-
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.4 mi
H
East Grand Rapids High SchoolA
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.5 mi
M
East Grand Rapids Middle SchoolA
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.8 mi

District: East Grand Rapids Public School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 49506These 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.75
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 100.19

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.95%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.37%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.8.0%
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.34,891
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.4,516 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$112,610
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$137,856
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%

Owner Tools

Do you own this home?
Claim this home

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

857 Santa Barbara Dr 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.

  • Among the most valuable homes in Kent County
  • Among the highest price per square foot in Kent County
  • Bigger than 96% of homes in Kent County
  • Has a bigger lot than 91% of homes in Grand Rapids 49506
  • Newer than 70% of homes in Grand Rapids 49506

What homes are worth in Grand Rapids 49506

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

This home
$185K$1.7M

This home is worth more than 96% of homes in Grand Rapids 49506.

How it measures up in Grand Rapids 49506

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Grand Rapids 49506.

Estimated value$1,353,386
CheaperTypical $428,446Pricier

Pricier than 96% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$457
CheaperTypical $270Pricier

Pricier than 96% of homes nearby

Living area2,963 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,700 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 91% of homes nearby

Lot size0.49 ac
SmallerTypical 0.18 acBigger

Bigger than 91% of homes nearby

Year built1956
OlderTypical 1949Newer

Newer than 70% of homes nearby

How 857 Santa Barbara Dr Se ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeGrand Rapids 49506Kent County
Estimated valuepricier than$1,353,38696% of homesalmost all homes
Price per ft²pricier than$45796% of homesalmost all homes
Living areabigger than2,963 ft²91% of homes96% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.49 ac91% of homes67% of homes
Year builtnewer than195670% of homes39% of homes

About 857 Santa Barbara Dr Se

How much is 857 Santa Barbara Dr Se, Grand Rapids, MI worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 857 Santa Barbara Dr Se, Grand Rapids, MI is $1,353,386 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $1,269,873 to $1,436,898. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 857 Santa Barbara Dr Se, Grand Rapids, MI last sell?

857 Santa Barbara Dr Se, Grand Rapids, MI last sold on Jun 30, 2014 for $663,140, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 857 Santa Barbara Dr Se, Grand Rapids, MI?

857 Santa Barbara Dr Se, Grand Rapids, MI has 3 bedrooms, 3.5 bathrooms, 2,963 square feet of living space and a 0.49-acre lot.

When was 857 Santa Barbara Dr Se, Grand Rapids, MI built?

857 Santa Barbara Dr Se, Grand Rapids, MI was built in 1956, making it 70 years old. It is a ranch home.

What schools serve 857 Santa Barbara Dr Se, Grand Rapids, MI?

857 Santa Barbara Dr Se, Grand Rapids, MI is assigned to Wealthy School (elementary), rated A-; East Grand Rapids High School (high), rated A; East Grand Rapids Middle School (middle), rated A. All sit in East Grand Rapids Public School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 857 Santa Barbara Dr Se, Grand Rapids, MI compare to other homes in Grand Rapids 49506?

Among the 10,895 homes in Grand Rapids 49506, it is worth more than 96% of them ($1,353,386 against a typical $428,446), its price per square foot is higher than 96% of them ($457 against a typical $270), it is bigger than 91% of them (2,963 ft² against a typical 1,700 ft²), its lot is bigger than 91% of them (0.49 ac against a typical 0.18 ac) and it is newer than 70% of them (1956 against a typical 1949). Measured against all of Kent County, it is worth more than almost all 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 857 Santa Barbara Dr Se, Grand Rapids, MI?

The 2025 property tax bill for 857 Santa Barbara Dr Se, Grand Rapids, MI was $22,383. The county assessed it at $596,700.

More homes on Santa Barbara Dr Se

Closest homes

More homes in Grand Rapids 49506

Assigned schools

Explore the area

See this home in context

Open 857 Santa Barbara Dr Se on TopHap’s interactive map to compare it against every sale nearby, overlay school zones and flood risk, and run a CMA.

Open in map
A flyover of TopHap's photorealistic 3D map, with recorded sale prices pinned to homes
Search any address, city, zip, or county…3D$1.9M$6.25MOpen in map