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$125,700$131 / 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 89How 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 $50,000 on Mar 28, 2001

1004 STERLING CT

BAY CITY, MI 48706
3
Beds
1.5
Baths
960 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.
0.15 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1976
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
3
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$126K
$112K low$139K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$50,000 · Mar 28, 2001

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,974 (2026)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$66,850 (2026)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$62,650
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$133,700

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.32
27
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
6
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
56
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
62
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
13
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.4 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.30%
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
CountyBAY
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.15
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air With Air Conditioning
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.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.Patio · 752 ft²Porch · 41 ft²

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

M
Handy Middle SchoolD+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.6 mi
E
Kolb Elementary SchoolC
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 2.3 mi
H
Bay City Central High SchoolC+
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.3 mi

District: Bay City School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 48706These 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.93
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.97
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.14

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.93%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.14%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.14%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.5%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.39,140
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.528 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$65,363
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$77,404
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.47°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.31 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.50%

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How this home compares

1004 Sterling Ct 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 73% of homes in Bay City 48706
  • Costs more per square foot than 84% of homes in Banks
  • Smaller than 88% of homes in Bay City 48706
  • Has a smaller lot than 80% of homes in Bay City 48706
  • Newer than 91% of homes in Banks

What homes are worth in Bay City 48706

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

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$58K$505K

This home is worth more than 27% of homes in Bay City 48706.

How it measures up in Bay City 48706

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Bay City 48706.

Estimated value$125,700
CheaperTypical $186,655Pricier

Pricier than 27% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$131
CheaperTypical $137Pricier

Pricier than 46% of homes nearby

Living area960 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,390 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 12% of homes nearby

Lot size0.15 ac
SmallerTypical 0.3 acBigger

Bigger than 20% of homes nearby

Year built1976
OlderTypical 1958Newer

Newer than 76% of homes nearby

How 1004 Sterling Ct ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeBanksBay City 48706Bay County
Estimated valuepricier than$125,70066% of homes27% of homes31% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$13184% of homes46% of homes54% of homes
Living areabigger than960 ft²25% of homes12% of homes12% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.15 ac42% of homes20% of homes21% of homes
Year builtnewer than197691% of homes76% of homes76% of homes

About 1004 Sterling Ct

How much is 1004 Sterling Ct, Bay City, MI worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 1004 Sterling Ct, Bay City, MI is $125,700 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $112,310 to $139,090. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 1004 Sterling Ct, Bay City, MI last sell?

1004 Sterling Ct, Bay City, MI last sold on Mar 28, 2001 for $50,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 1004 Sterling Ct, Bay City, MI?

1004 Sterling Ct, Bay City, MI has 3 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms, 960 square feet of living space and a 0.15-acre lot.

When was 1004 Sterling Ct, Bay City, MI built?

1004 Sterling Ct, Bay City, MI was built in 1976, making it 50 years old. It is a ranch home.

What schools serve 1004 Sterling Ct, Bay City, MI?

1004 Sterling Ct, Bay City, MI is assigned to Handy Middle School (middle), rated D+; Kolb Elementary School (elementary), rated C; Bay City Central High School (high), rated C+. All sit in Bay City School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 1004 Sterling Ct, Bay City, MI compare to other homes in Bay City 48706?

Among the 15,668 homes in Bay City 48706, it is worth more than 27% of them ($125,700 against a typical $186,655), its price per square foot is higher than 46% of them ($131 against a typical $137), it is bigger than 12% of them (960 ft² against a typical 1,390 ft²), its lot is bigger than 20% of them (0.15 ac against a typical 0.3 ac) and it is newer than 76% of them (1976 against a typical 1958). Measured against all of Bay County, it is worth more than 31% 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 1004 Sterling Ct, Bay City, MI?

The 2026 property tax bill for 1004 Sterling Ct, Bay City, MI was $1,974. The county assessed it at $66,850.

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