49548 Property Tax Rate

Property owners in ZIP code 49548 (Grand Rapids, Michigan) pay a median of $2,132/year in property taxes on homes valued at $149,500. This translates to an effective tax rate of 1.43%, which is 17% above the Michigan state average of 1.22%.

The monthly property tax burden for a median-valued home in 49548 is approximately $178, which factors into escrow payments on mortgages. This ZIP code is located within Kent County. This is $294 less than the Michigan average of $2,426/year.

Compared to similar ZIP codes in Michigan, 49548 has lower property taxes. ZIP codes with similar effective rates include 49236 (1.43%) and 49459 (1.43%).

In Grand Rapids, property taxes represent approximately 3.4% of the median household income of $62,218, providing context for the relative tax burden on homeowners in this area.

Michigan's Proposal A resets your property assessment to market value at purchase in Kent County, eliminating the prior owner's growth cap — with a median home value of $510,000, expect a substantial tax increase. Apply for the Principle Residence Exemption (PRE) with the Kent County Assessor within 45 days of closing to reduce school operating taxes significantly on your primary residence. Contact the Kent County Assessor immediately to confirm PRE eligibility and filing procedures.