$315,000

516 Emerald Ave NE Grand Rapids, MI 49503

$3,741
Closing credit¹
4 beds
2 full
1,700 sqft
0.2 acres
$185 / sqft
House

Property details

About 516 Emerald Ave NE

Welcome to your new home in the heart of Grand Rapids' popular Midtown neighborhood! Just steps from the vibrant energy of Michigan Street, this spacious 4 bedroom, 2 bath home offers the perfect blend of character and comfort. The main floor consists of an updated kitchen, living room, bedroom and full bath. Upstairs, you will find 3 generously sized bedrooms and an updated full bath. The lower level offers excellent storage space with the potential to finish for additional living area. Enjoy morning coffee on the inviting front porch, or relax on the back balcony. Additional highlights include a 2-stall garage and a handy storage shed. With Grand Rapids consistently ranked among the top places to live, this Midtown gem won't last long! Any/all offers to be held until 1:00pm on May 5th.

Highlights

Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingForced Air, Natural Gas
StatusActive
CoolingCentral Air
Size1,700 sqft
BasementYes
Lot size0.19 Acres
Year built1917
ParkingConcrete, Detached
MLS #65025019237
Garage2 spaces

Summary

  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Range, Washer
  • Basement: Yes
  • Flooring Type: Carpet, Wood
  • Total Bedroom Count: 4
  • Garage Space: 2 spaces
  • Parking: Concrete, Detached
  • Exterior: Balcony
  • Architectural Style: Traditional
  • Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • List Price: $315,000
  • Price/SqFt: $185
  • Annual Tax Amount: $3,193
  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Directions: North on Houseman Ave from Michigan Ave, W on Hake St NE, S on Emerald Ave to house.
  • Year Built: 1917
  • Stories: 2
  • Living Area: 1,700 SqFt
  • Lot Size: 0.19 Acres
  • MLS Number: 65025019237
  • MLS Name: Greater Regional Alliance of REALTORS
  • Office Name: Five Star Real Estate (Ada)
  • Office Phone: (616) 425-7600
  • Listing Agent: Hope Pearse

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Price information

Property sales

DateEventPrice
Sep 04, 2019
Home Sold
$170,000
Jan 27, 2015
Home Sold
$85,900

Tax history

YearAssessmentProperty Tax
2024$141,700$3,193
2023$129,300$3,193
2022$109,700$3,193
2021$97,700$2,130
2020$92,600$2,130
2019$87,100$2,002
2018$79,400$2,027
2017$69,000$1,410

History based on county public records data.

Nearby schools

6

Congress Elementary School

Public District PK-5

0.8 mi

940 Baldwin St SE

3

Coit Creative Arts Academy

Public District PK-5

0.8 mi

617 Coit Ave NE

2

East Leonard Elementary School

Public District PK-5

0.9 mi

410 Barnett St NE

School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.

All data from GreatSchools

Neighborhood

The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $24,831. Typical income of Grand Rapids, MI residents is less than $<35k annually. Residents typically live in single, no kids family. Most residents in this area have high school diploma education.

How much money do the neighbors make?

64%
<35k
30%
35k-100k
5%
100k-200k
1%
200k+

What level of education do the neighbors have?

High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree

What types of families live nearby?

62%
Single, No Kids
17%
Single, with Kids
12%
Married, No Kids
9%
Married, with Kids

Are the neighbors home owners or renters?

Home Owners
Renters

How old are people in this area?

14%
<11 yrs old
6%
12-17 yrs old
35%
18-34 yrs old
37%
35-64 yrs old
8%
65+ yrs old

What do the neighbors do for fun?

  • Pro BoxingPro Boxing
  • Major League Soccer (MLS)Major League Soccer (MLS)
  • Mexican League SoccerMexican League Soccer

Where do the neighbors shop?

  • BurlingtonBurlington
  • H&MH&M
  • Foot LockerFoot Locker

Where do the neighbors go to eat?

  • White CastleWhite Castle
  • PopeyesPopeyes
  • Little CaesarsLittle Caesars

What do the neighbors drive?

  • KiaKia
  • NissanNissan
  • DodgeDodge

What do the neighbors listen to?

  • Urban Adult ContemporaryUrban Adult Contemporary
  • Rhythmic Contemporary HitsRhythmic Contemporary Hits
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas

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Frequently asked questions

About 516 Emerald Ave NE

The listing price of 516 Emerald Ave NE property is $315,000.

The property 516 Emerald Ave NE is a house located in Grand Rapids, Michigan, 49503.

Active Listing: 516 Emerald Ave NE is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.

The nearby schools for 516 Emerald Ave NE are: Congress Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Coit Creative Arts Academy (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), East Leonard Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), Martin Luther King Leadership Academy (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Center for Economicology (GreatSchools Rating 8/10), Grand Rapids Public Museum Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Bethany Based School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), Grand Rapids Montessori Academy (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Grand Rapids Montessori Middlehigh (GreatSchools Rating 7/10).

According to the records, the last property tax for 2024 is $3,193 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).

The last sale was on September 4, 2019 for $170,000 (source: MLS/tax record).

The property at 516 Emerald Ave NE has 4 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms.

The property 516 Emerald Ave NE is 1,700 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).

The year of construction for 516 Emerald Ave NE is 1917.

This home is located at 516 Emerald Ave NE in Grand Rapids, MI and zip code 49503 in the Midtown neighborhood. This 1,700 square foot home, which was built in 1917, sits on a 0.19 acre lot. Features: 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since May 2, 2025 and is currently priced at $315,000.

While more than 167 listings in Grand Rapids, MI in April 2025 were sold above asking price, there were more than 57 listings sold at asking price, and more than 94 were sold below. In April 2025 in Grand Rapids, MI there were 11.4% more homes for sale than in March. Listings spent 21 days on the market in April 2025, and had a median list price of $310,440 during the same period.

From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.

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