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$400,053$172 / 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 97How 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 $199,000 on Oct 22, 2012

12280 FESSNER RD

CARLETON, MI 48117
2.5
Baths
2,329 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.
1.06 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1978
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
5
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$400K
$389K low$411K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$199,000 · Oct 22, 2012

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,704 (2025)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$173,800 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$18,500
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$155,300
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$173,500
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$347,600

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.37
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
9
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
66
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
72
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
40
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.

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.Cape Cod
CountyMONROE
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.1.06
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air With Air Conditioning
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.None
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(1)

Sales and refinances filed with the county for this home. Not every transfer is a normal sale, so check the type before comparing prices.

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

H
Airport Senior High School
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.0 mi
M
Wagar Junior High SchoolC+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.2 mi
E
Loren Eyler Elementary SchoolB-
Elementary · Grades PK–4 · 1.2 mi

District: Airport Community School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 48117These 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.110
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.103
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.30

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.95%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.12%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.11%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.4%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.11,010
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.198 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$78,634
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$103,125
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.50°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.34 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.53%

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How this home compares

12280 Fessner Rd 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 more than 87% of homes in Monroe County
  • Costs less per square foot than 76% of homes in Carleton 48117
  • Bigger than 89% of homes in Monroe County
  • Has a bigger lot than 68% of homes in Monroe County
  • Newer than 76% of homes in Carleton 48117

What homes are worth in Carleton 48117

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

This home
$92K$717K

This home is worth more than 73% of homes in Carleton 48117.

How it measures up in Carleton 48117

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Carleton 48117.

Estimated value$400,053
CheaperTypical $318,590Pricier

Pricier than 73% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$172
CheaperTypical $205Pricier

Pricier than 24% of homes nearby

Living area2,329 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,476 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 88% of homes nearby

Lot size1.06 ac
SmallerTypical 2.08 acBigger

Bigger than 35% of homes nearby

Year built1978
OlderTypical 1964Newer

Newer than 76% of homes nearby

How 12280 Fessner Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeCarleton 48117Monroe County
Estimated valuepricier than$400,05373% of homes87% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$17224% of homes52% of homes
Living areabigger than2,329 ft²88% of homes89% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1.06 ac35% of homes68% of homes
Year builtnewer than197876% of homes71% of homes

About 12280 Fessner Rd

How much is 12280 Fessner Rd, Carleton, MI worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 12280 Fessner Rd, Carleton, MI is $400,053 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $388,873 to $411,233. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 12280 Fessner Rd, Carleton, MI last sell?

12280 Fessner Rd, Carleton, MI last sold on Oct 22, 2012 for $199,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 12280 Fessner Rd, Carleton, MI?

12280 Fessner Rd, Carleton, MI has 2.5 bathrooms, 2,329 square feet of living space and a 1.06-acre lot.

When was 12280 Fessner Rd, Carleton, MI built?

12280 Fessner Rd, Carleton, MI was built in 1978, making it 48 years old. It is a cape cod home. The building has 5 stories.

What schools serve 12280 Fessner Rd, Carleton, MI?

12280 Fessner Rd, Carleton, MI is assigned to Airport Senior High School (high); Wagar Junior High School (middle), rated C+; Loren Eyler Elementary School (elementary), rated B-. All sit in Airport Community School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 12280 Fessner Rd, Carleton, MI compare to other homes in Carleton 48117?

Among the 4,570 homes in Carleton 48117, it is worth more than 73% of them ($400,053 against a typical $318,590), its price per square foot is higher than 24% of them ($172 against a typical $205), it is bigger than 88% of them (2,329 ft² against a typical 1,476 ft²), its lot is bigger than 35% of them (1.06 ac against a typical 2.08 ac) and it is newer than 76% of them (1978 against a typical 1964). Measured against all of Monroe County, it is worth more than 87% 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 12280 Fessner Rd, Carleton, MI?

The 2025 property tax bill for 12280 Fessner Rd, Carleton, MI was $2,704. The county assessed it at $173,800.

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