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$636,510$353 / 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 95How 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 $195,000 on Oct 7, 1997

973 PARADISE LAKE DR SE

GRAND RAPIDS, MI 49546
3
Beds
3.5
Baths
1,804 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.
1.01 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1990
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
9
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

$637K
$604K low$669K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$195,000 · Oct 7, 1997

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$3,146 (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.$324,300 (2025)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$316,000
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$648,600

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.
8
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.
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.1.01
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
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Deck · 3,347 ft²

Transaction History(1)

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
Central Middle SchoolA+
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 0.3 mi
H
Central High SchoolA+
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.4 mi
E
Ada Elementary SchoolA+
Elementary · Grades KG–4 · 1.9 mi

District: Forest Hills Public Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 49546These 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.84
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.83
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.18

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.38%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.8.2%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.2%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.32,338
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.1,754 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$100,405
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$130,381
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

973 Paradise Lake 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.

  • Worth more than 90% of homes in Kent County
  • Costs more per square foot than 92% of homes in Kent County
  • Bigger than 72% of homes in Kent County
  • Has a bigger lot than 81% of homes in Grand Rapids 49546
  • Newer than 71% of homes in Kent County

What homes are worth in Grand Rapids 49546

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

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$197K$1.4M

This home is worth more than 70% of homes in Grand Rapids 49546.

How it measures up in Grand Rapids 49546

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Grand Rapids 49546.

Estimated value$636,510
CheaperTypical $525,887Pricier

Pricier than 70% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$353
CheaperTypical $278Pricier

Pricier than 87% of homes nearby

Living area1,804 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,861 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 46% of homes nearby

Lot size1.01 ac
SmallerTypical 0.38 acBigger

Bigger than 81% of homes nearby

Year built1990
OlderTypical 1979Newer

Newer than 69% of homes nearby

How 973 Paradise Lake Dr Se ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeGrand Rapids 49546Kent County
Estimated valuepricier than$636,51070% of homes90% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$35387% of homes92% of homes
Living areabigger than1,804 ft²46% of homes72% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1.01 ac81% of homes78% of homes
Year builtnewer than199069% of homes71% of homes

About 973 Paradise Lake Dr Se

How much is 973 Paradise Lake Dr Se, Grand Rapids, MI worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 973 Paradise Lake Dr Se, Grand Rapids, MI is $636,510 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $604,404 to $668,616. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 973 Paradise Lake Dr Se, Grand Rapids, MI last sell?

973 Paradise Lake Dr Se, Grand Rapids, MI last sold on Oct 7, 1997 for $195,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 973 Paradise Lake Dr Se, Grand Rapids, MI?

973 Paradise Lake Dr Se, Grand Rapids, MI has 3 bedrooms, 3.5 bathrooms, 1,804 square feet of living space and a 1.01-acre lot.

When was 973 Paradise Lake Dr Se, Grand Rapids, MI built?

973 Paradise Lake Dr Se, Grand Rapids, MI was built in 1990, making it 36 years old. It is a ranch home.

What schools serve 973 Paradise Lake Dr Se, Grand Rapids, MI?

973 Paradise Lake Dr Se, Grand Rapids, MI is assigned to Central Middle School (middle), rated A+; Central High School (high), rated A+; Ada Elementary School (elementary), rated A+. All sit in Forest Hills Public Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 973 Paradise Lake Dr Se, Grand Rapids, MI compare to other homes in Grand Rapids 49546?

Among the 9,176 homes in Grand Rapids 49546, it is worth more than 70% of them ($636,510 against a typical $525,887), its price per square foot is higher than 87% of them ($353 against a typical $278), it is bigger than 46% of them (1,804 ft² against a typical 1,861 ft²), its lot is bigger than 81% of them (1.01 ac against a typical 0.38 ac) and it is newer than 69% of them (1990 against a typical 1979). Measured against all of Kent County, it is worth more than 90% 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 973 Paradise Lake Dr Se, Grand Rapids, MI?

The 2025 property tax bill for 973 Paradise Lake Dr Se, Grand Rapids, MI was $3,146. The county assessed it at $324,300.

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