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$214,875$171 / 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 Aug 30, 2026

978 VAN BUREN AVE NW

GRAND RAPIDS, MI 49504
1
Baths
1,256 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.
4,000 ft²
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.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
8
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.
1
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$215K
$201K low$228K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,017 (2021)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$97,200 (2025)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$89,900
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$194,400

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
25
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.
77
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.7 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.6%
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.0.2 percent flood zone

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.0.09
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air
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 · 72 ft²Porch · 108 ft²

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

M
Westwood Middle SchoolD-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.7 mi
H
Union High SchoolC+
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.9 mi
E
Harrison Park AcademyD
Elementary · Grades PK–8 · 0.9 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

978 Van Buren Ave Nw 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 less than 97% of homes in Shawmut Hills
  • Costs less per square foot than 96% of homes in Shawmut Hills
  • Has a smaller lot than 98% of homes in Shawmut Hills
  • Older than 94% of homes in Shawmut Hills

What homes are worth in Grand Rapids 49504

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

This home
$153K$543K

This home is worth more than 17% of homes in Grand Rapids 49504.

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.

Estimated value$214,875
CheaperTypical $283,150Pricier

Pricier than 17% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$171
CheaperTypical $215Pricier

Pricier than 21% of homes nearby

Living area1,256 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,378 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 38% of homes nearby

Lot size4,000 ft²
SmallerTypical 0.15 acBigger

Bigger than 13% of homes nearby

Year built1920
OlderTypical 1929Newer

Newer than 37% of homes nearby

How 978 Van Buren Ave Nw ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeShawmut HillsGrand Rapids 49504Kent County
Estimated valuepricier than$214,8753% of homes17% of homes11% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$1714% of homes21% of homes11% of homes
Living areabigger than1,256 ft²42% of homes38% of homes36% of homes
Lot sizebigger than4,000 ft²2% of homes13% of homes10% of homes
Year builtnewer than19206% of homes37% of homes13% of homes

About 978 Van Buren Ave Nw

How much is 978 Van Buren Ave Nw, Grand Rapids, MI worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 978 Van Buren Ave Nw, Grand Rapids, MI is $214,875 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $201,266 to $228,484. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

How big is 978 Van Buren Ave Nw, Grand Rapids, MI?

978 Van Buren Ave Nw, Grand Rapids, MI has 1 bathrooms, 1,256 square feet of living space and a 0.09-acre lot.

When was 978 Van Buren Ave Nw, Grand Rapids, MI built?

978 Van Buren Ave Nw, Grand Rapids, MI was built in 1920, making it 106 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 978 Van Buren Ave Nw, Grand Rapids, MI?

978 Van Buren Ave Nw, Grand Rapids, MI is assigned to Westwood Middle School (middle), rated D-; Union High School (high), rated C+; Harrison Park Academy (elementary), rated D. All sit in Grand Rapids Public Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 978 Van Buren Ave Nw, Grand Rapids, MI compare to other homes in Grand Rapids 49504?

Among the 13,437 homes in Grand Rapids 49504, it is worth more than 17% of them ($214,875 against a typical $283,150), its price per square foot is higher than 21% of them ($171 against a typical $215), it is bigger than 38% of them (1,256 ft² against a typical 1,378 ft²), its lot is bigger than 13% of them (4,000 ft² against a typical 0.15 ac) and it is newer than 37% of them (1920 against a typical 1929). Measured against all of Kent County, it is worth more than 11% 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 978 Van Buren Ave Nw, Grand Rapids, MI?

The 2021 property tax bill for 978 Van Buren Ave Nw, Grand Rapids, MI was $1,017. The county assessed it at $97,200.

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