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$279,753$275 / 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 96How 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 $241,000 on Jun 9, 2023

903 KENSINGTON AVE SW

GRAND RAPIDS, MI 49503
3
Beds
1
Baths
1,016 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.
0.11 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2001
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
5
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$280K
$268K low$292K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$241,000 · Jun 9, 2023
Est. Owner EquityRoughly how much of the home's value the owner would keep after paying off known loans. It is our estimate minus the loans still owed.$45,983
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$36,786
Loan-to-ValueHow much is still owed on the home compared to what it is worth. 80% means loans equal 80% of our estimate, so it shifts when the estimate does.86%
1st MortgageA loan still believed to be open on this home, in the order lenders get repaid. The first position is paid back before the second.$233,770
GUILD MORTGAGE CO · recorded Jun 9, 2023

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$3,208 (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.$116,700 (2025)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$98,800
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$233,400

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.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.
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.0.11
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air With Air Conditioning
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 · 180 ft²Porch · 40 ft²

Transaction History(8)

Sales and refinances filed with the county for this home. Not every transfer is a normal sale, so check the type before comparing prices.

Foreclosure Filings(1)

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

E
Southwest Elementary Academia BilingueC+
Elementary · Grades PK–6 · 0.5 mi
H
Grand Rapids University Preparatory AcademyB-
High · Grades 6–12 · 1.2 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%

Ownership

OccupancyWhether the owner appears to live here or somewhere else. It is inferred from the mailing address on record.Owner occupied
Company ownedWhether the owner is a company or trust rather than a person.No

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

903 Kensington Ave 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.

  • Among the most valuable homes in Black Hills
  • Costs more per square foot than 96% of homes in Black Hills
  • Smaller than 85% of homes in Kent County
  • Has a smaller lot than 88% of homes in Black Hills
  • Newer than 95% of 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
$124K$767K

This home is worth more than 49% 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$279,753
CheaperTypical $282,995Pricier

Pricier than 49% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$275
CheaperTypical $212Pricier

Pricier than 79% of homes nearby

Living area1,016 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,354 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 21% of homes nearby

Lot size0.11 ac
SmallerTypical 0.14 acBigger

Bigger than 25% of homes nearby

Year built2001
OlderTypical 1918Newer

Newer than 95% of homes nearby

How 903 Kensington Ave Sw ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeBlack HillsGrand Rapids 49503Kent County
Estimated valuepricier than$279,753almost all homes49% of homes30% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$27596% of homes79% of homes68% of homes
Living areabigger than1,016 ft²40% of homes21% of homes15% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.11 ac12% of homes25% of homes13% of homes
Year builtnewer than200194% of homes95% of homes85% of homes

About 903 Kensington Ave Sw

How much is 903 Kensington Ave Sw, Grand Rapids, MI worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 903 Kensington Ave Sw, Grand Rapids, MI is $279,753 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $267,712 to $291,794. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 903 Kensington Ave Sw, Grand Rapids, MI last sell?

903 Kensington Ave Sw, Grand Rapids, MI last sold on Jun 9, 2023 for $241,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 5 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 903 Kensington Ave Sw, Grand Rapids, MI?

903 Kensington Ave Sw, Grand Rapids, MI has 3 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,016 square feet of living space and a 0.11-acre lot.

When was 903 Kensington Ave Sw, Grand Rapids, MI built?

903 Kensington Ave Sw, Grand Rapids, MI was built in 2001, making it 25 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 903 Kensington Ave Sw, Grand Rapids, MI?

903 Kensington Ave Sw, Grand Rapids, MI is assigned to Southwest Elementary Academia Bilingue (elementary), rated C+; Grand Rapids University Preparatory Academy (high), rated B-. All sit in Grand Rapids Public Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 903 Kensington Ave Sw, 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 49% of them ($279,753 against a typical $282,995), its price per square foot is higher than 79% of them ($275 against a typical $212), it is bigger than 21% of them (1,016 ft² against a typical 1,354 ft²), its lot is bigger than 25% of them (0.11 ac against a typical 0.14 ac) and it is newer than 95% of them (2001 against a typical 1918). 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.

What are the property taxes on 903 Kensington Ave Sw, Grand Rapids, MI?

The 2025 property tax bill for 903 Kensington Ave Sw, Grand Rapids, MI was $3,208. The county assessed it at $116,700.

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