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$301,204$322 / 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 92How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Aug 30, 2026
Last sold for $238,000 on Feb 1, 2024

1296 RIVER RD

BEULAH, MI 49617
2
Beds
1
Baths
936 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.
0.85 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.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$301K
$279K low$324K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$238,000 · Feb 1, 2024

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,997 (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.$125,200 (2026)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$120,400
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$250,400

Climate Risk

Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.48 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.30%

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
CountyBENZIE
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.85
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air With Air Conditioning
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

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

M
Benzie Central Middle SchoolC+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 4.5 mi
H
Benzie Central Sr High SchoolB-
High · Grades 9–12 · 4.6 mi

District: Benzie County Central School

Neighborhood · ZIP 49617These 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.133
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.77
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.13

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.59%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.19%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.12%
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.2,829
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.51 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$71,163
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$98,670
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.45°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.50%

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How this home compares

1296 River 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 less than 78% of homes in Beulah 49617
  • Smaller than 84% of homes in Beulah 49617
  • Older than 65% of homes in Beulah 49617

What homes are worth in Beulah 49617

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

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$129K$2.2M

This home is worth more than 22% of homes in Beulah 49617.

How it measures up in Beulah 49617

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Beulah 49617.

Estimated value$301,204
CheaperTypical $482,218Pricier

Pricier than 22% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$322
CheaperTypical $274Pricier

Pricier than 62% of homes nearby

Living area936 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,396 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 16% of homes nearby

Lot size0.85 ac
SmallerTypical 1.51 acBigger

Bigger than 38% of homes nearby

Year built1976
OlderTypical 1989Newer

Newer than 35% of homes nearby

How 1296 River Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeBeulah 49617Benzie County
Estimated valuepricier than$301,20422% of homes28% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$32262% of homes59% of homes
Living areabigger than936 ft²16% of homes17% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.85 ac38% of homes42% of homes
Year builtnewer than197635% of homes38% of homes

About 1296 River Rd

How much is 1296 River Rd, Beulah, MI worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 1296 River Rd, Beulah, MI is $301,204 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $278,563 to $323,845. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 1296 River Rd, Beulah, MI last sell?

1296 River Rd, Beulah, MI last sold on Feb 1, 2024 for $238,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 1296 River Rd, Beulah, MI?

1296 River Rd, Beulah, MI has 2 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 936 square feet of living space and a 0.85-acre lot.

When was 1296 River Rd, Beulah, MI built?

1296 River Rd, Beulah, MI was built in 1976, making it 50 years old. It is a ranch home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 1296 River Rd, Beulah, MI?

1296 River Rd, Beulah, MI is assigned to Benzie Central Middle School (middle), rated C+; Benzie Central Sr High School (high), rated B-. All sit in Benzie County Central School. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 1296 River Rd, Beulah, MI compare to other homes in Beulah 49617?

Among the 2,543 homes in Beulah 49617, it is worth more than 22% of them ($301,204 against a typical $482,218), its price per square foot is higher than 62% of them ($322 against a typical $274), it is bigger than 16% of them (936 ft² against a typical 1,396 ft²), its lot is bigger than 38% of them (0.85 ac against a typical 1.51 ac) and it is newer than 35% of them (1976 against a typical 1989). Measured against all of Benzie County, it is worth more than 28% 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 1296 River Rd, Beulah, MI?

The 2025 property tax bill for 1296 River Rd, Beulah, MI was $2,997. The county assessed it at $125,200.

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