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$233,697$291 / 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 Sep 24, 2026
Last sold for $65,000 on Aug 8, 1990

8981 CASCADE RD SE

ADA, MI 49301
3
Beds
1
Baths
803 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.
1 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1920
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
3
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$234K
$181K low$286K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$65,000 · Aug 8, 1990

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,340 (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.$95,800 (2025)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$94,300
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$191,600

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.34
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
10
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
60
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
72
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.1.00
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

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

E
Alto Elementary SchoolA-
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 4.0 mi
H
Lowell High SchoolA-
High · Grades 9–12 · 5.9 mi
M
Lowell Middle SchoolA
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 6.1 mi

District: Lowell Area Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 49301These 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.30
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.82
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.97%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.39%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.2.2%
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.21,911
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.378 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$157,672
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$219,093
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.47°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.36 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

8981 Cascade Rd 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 least valuable homes in Ada 49301
  • Costs more per square foot than 73% of homes in Kent County
  • Among the smallest homes in Ada 49301
  • Has a bigger lot than 78% of homes in Kent County
  • Older than 97% of homes in Ada 49301

What homes are worth in Ada 49301

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

This home
$298K$1.8M

This home is worth less than almost all homes in Ada 49301.

How it measures up in Ada 49301

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Ada 49301.

Estimated value$233,697
CheaperTypical $672,427Pricier

Cheaper than almost all homes nearby

Price per ft²$291
CheaperTypical $315Pricier

Pricier than 32% of homes nearby

Living area803 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,144 ft²Bigger

Smaller than almost all homes nearby

Lot size1 ac
SmallerTypical 1.36 acBigger

Bigger than 43% of homes nearby

Year built1920
OlderTypical 1994Newer

Newer than 3% of homes nearby

How 8981 Cascade Rd Se ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeAda 49301Kent County
Estimated valuepricier than$233,697almost no homes15% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$29132% of homes73% of homes
Living areabigger than803 ft²almost no homes3% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1 ac43% of homes78% of homes
Year builtnewer than19203% of homes13% of homes

About 8981 Cascade Rd Se

How much is 8981 Cascade Rd Se, Ada, MI worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 8981 Cascade Rd Se, Ada, MI is $233,697 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $181,401 to $285,993. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 8981 Cascade Rd Se, Ada, MI last sell?

8981 Cascade Rd Se, Ada, MI last sold on Aug 8, 1990 for $65,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 8981 Cascade Rd Se, Ada, MI?

8981 Cascade Rd Se, Ada, MI has 3 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 803 square feet of living space and a 1.00-acre lot.

When was 8981 Cascade Rd Se, Ada, MI built?

8981 Cascade Rd Se, Ada, MI was built in 1920, making it 106 years old. It is a ranch home.

What schools serve 8981 Cascade Rd Se, Ada, MI?

8981 Cascade Rd Se, Ada, MI is assigned to Alto Elementary School (elementary), rated A-; Lowell High School (high), rated A-; Lowell Middle School (middle), rated A. All sit in Lowell Area Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 8981 Cascade Rd Se, Ada, MI compare to other homes in Ada 49301?

Among the 7,274 homes in Ada 49301, it is worth more than almost none of them ($233,697 against a typical $672,427), its price per square foot is higher than 32% of them ($291 against a typical $315), it is bigger than almost none of them (803 ft² against a typical 2,144 ft²), its lot is bigger than 43% of them (1 ac against a typical 1.36 ac) and it is newer than 3% of them (1920 against a typical 1994). Measured against all of Kent County, it is worth more than 15% 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 8981 Cascade Rd Se, Ada, MI?

The 2025 property tax bill for 8981 Cascade Rd Se, Ada, MI was $1,340. The county assessed it at $95,800.

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