Kent County property record for 47 Benjamin Ave SE, Grand Rapids, MI 49506
| Property Type | Single Family Home |
|---|---|
| Details | 1.5 ba · 1,092 sqft · built 1920 |
| Lot Size | 0.114 acres (4,966 sqft) |
| Owner | Individual Name on File |
| Last Sale | $119,000 (Sep 2005) |
| Tax Bill | $2,165 (2025) |
| Deeds & Mortgages | Oct 2026 Sale Mortgage |
| Flood Zone | Zone X (minimal risk) |
| APN | 41-14-29-402-022 |
| Primary APN | 41-14-29-402-022 |
|---|
| Full Baths | 1.5 Baths |
|---|---|
| Half Baths | 1 Half Bath |
| Total Rooms | 6 Rooms |
| Stories | 1 Story |
| Building Area | 1,092 sqft Living Area |
| 1st Floor Area | 624 sqft |
| Basement Area | 624 sqft |
| Unfinished Basement | 624 sqft |
| Fireplaces | 1 Fireplace |
| Fireplace | Fireplace |
| Year Built | Built 1920 |
|---|---|
| Effective Year Built | Effective 1920 |
| Roof Type | Gable |
| Lot Area | 4,966 sqft (0.114 acres) |
| Lot Dimensions | 110 ft deep x 45 ft wide |
| Porch | Porch |
| Porch Area | 216 sqft |
| Cooling System | HVAC |
|---|---|
| Heating System | Forced Air with A/C |
| Heating Fuel | Gas |
| Street Address | 47 BENJAMIN AVE SE |
|---|---|
| City | GRAND RAPIDS |
| State | MI |
| Zip | 49506-1627 |
| Property Category | Residential |
| Property Type | Residential > Single Family > Home |
| Local Zoning Code | TN-LDR |
| Legal Description | LOT 19* PATTEN ADDITION |
| Legal Subdivision | PATTEN ADD |
| Legal Lot Number | 19 |
| Jurisdiction | KENT MI |
| Township / Civil Division | GRAND RAPIDS |
| Census Block Group | 2 |
| Census Block | 2001 |
| Census Tract | 2400 |
47 Benjamin Ave SE is owned and occupied by an individual who bought it in September 2005.
Source: Kent County records, as of October 21, 2026
| Owner of Record | Individual Name on File |
|---|---|
| Mailing Address | 47 BENJAMIN AVE SE, GRAND RAPIDS, MI 49506-1627 |
| Occupancy | Owner Occupied |
| Owner Type | Individual |
| Vesting | Widow or Widower |
Owner names and exact recorded amounts are on file and can be viewed instantly on this page with a free 10-day trial.
| Date | Document |
|---|---|
| Oct 9, 2026 | Personal Representative Deed, Transfer NONE LISTED ON DOCUMENT |
| Deed of Trust, Mortgage |
| Deed Names | Name on Deed |
|---|---|
| Last Sale | Sep 6, 2005 · Amount on File |
| Deed Sale | Sep 6, 2005 · Amount on File |
| Prior Sale | Sep 6, 2005 · Amount on File |
| Deed Document Number | 2005106257 |
| Prior Transfer Date | Sep 10, 2004 |
| Prior Transfer Doc | 0000125494 |
| Record Updated | Oct 29, 2026 |
| Document Type | Personal Representative Deed |
|---|---|
| Jurisdiction | KENT MI |
| Recording Date | Oct 9, 2026 |
| Property Address | 47 BENJAMIN AVE SE, GRAND RAPIDS, MI 49506-1627 |
| Document Number | 0000068506 |
| Instrument Date | Sep 30, 2026 |
| Instrument | 2026100968506 |
| Transaction Type | Transfer |
| Record Updated | Oct 21, 2026 |
| Title Company | NONE LISTED ON DOCUMENT |
| Tax | $0.00 |
|---|---|
| Amount Accuracy | Full Amount Stated |
| Additional |
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| Name | Verified Name |
|---|
| Name | Verified Name |
|---|---|
| Address | 47 BENJAMIN AVE SE, GRAND RAPIDS, MI 49506-1627 |
| Document Type | Deed of Trust |
|---|---|
| Jurisdiction | KENT MI |
| Property Address | 47 BENJAMIN AVE SE, GRAND RAPIDS, MI 49506-1627 |
| Transaction Type | Mortgage |
| Record Updated | Aug 12, 2022 |
| Name | Verified Name |
|---|
The 2025 property tax bill for 47 Benjamin Ave SE was $2,165.
Source: Kent County assessment roll, as of September 18, 2026
| Type | Name |
|---|---|
| State | Michigan |
| County | Kent County |
| Municipality | Grand Rapids City |
| Unified School District | Grand Rapids Public Schools (PK - 12) |
| Year | Tax Bill | Assessed Value | Assessed Market Value |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | $151,500 (+7.52%) | $303,000 (+7.52%) | |
| 2025 | $2,165.00 | $140,900 | $281,800 |
| 2023 | $109,000 | $218,000 | |
| 2021 | $1,874.00 |
Assessed value and assessed market value are set for property tax purposes and are not market price estimates.
FEMA maps place 47 Benjamin Ave SE in Zone X, an area of minimal flood risk.
Source: FEMA National Flood Hazard Layer, effective January 1, 2026
| FEMA Flood Zone | Zone X minimal risk |
|---|---|
| Flood Insurance Requirement | Not required lenders may require it |
Values are read at the parcel center point; lenders make the official flood determination.
The area around 47 Benjamin Ave SE has no burnable land within ember reach, so its wildfire risk is not rated.
Source: USDA Forest Service Wildfire Risk to Communities (2nd edition), as of 2024
| Wildfire Risk | Not rated no burnable land within ember reach |
|---|
Values cover an area roughly 900 ft across, not the parcel itself; insurers use their own ratings.
Source: EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System, as of September 2026
| Water System | GRAND RAPIDS serves 306,901 people · EPA ID MI0002790 |
|---|---|
| Water Source | Surface water |
| Last State Inspection | Aug 2025 |
| Lead | 7 ppb (2025) action level 15 ppb |
| Water Quality | None last 10 years |
|---|---|
| Treatment and Procedure | None last 10 years |
| Monitoring and Reporting | None last 3 years |
Results are for the whole water system, not water tested at this address; lead at the tap also depends on the building's own pipes.
Source: FCC Broadband Data Collection, based on 860 locations within half a mile, as of December 31, 2025
| Provider | Max Down / Up (Mbps) |
|---|---|
| Xfinity Cable | 2,000 / 250 |
| Verizon Fixed Wireless | 1,000 / 75 |
| AT&T Fixed Wireless · DSL · Fiber in parts of the area | 100 / 20 |
May also be available: Metronet.
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