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$104,986$104 / 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 93How 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 $99,000 on Jan 28, 2021

157 RUTH ST

MONTROSE, MI 48457
2
Beds
1
Baths
1,008 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.
0.24 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1957
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$105K
$97K low$113K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$99,000 · Jan 28, 2021

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,715 (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.$49,900 (2025)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$48,400
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$99,800

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.28
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
17
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
57
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
59
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
6
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.
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
CountyGENESEE
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.24
FoundationWhat the home is built on, such as a concrete slab, a crawl space, or a basement.No Foundation
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air With Air Conditioning
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(5)

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

Foreclosure Filings(1)

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

E
Carter Elementary SchoolB+
Elementary · Grades PK–4 · 0.4 mi
H
Hillmccloy High SchoolB+
High · Grades 8–12 · 0.6 mi
M
Kuehnhaven Middle SchoolB-
Middle · Grades 4–8 · 0.6 mi

District: Montrose Community Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 48457These 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.102
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.102
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.18

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.11%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.15%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.7%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.8,419
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.188 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$62,753
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$74,740
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.48°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.32 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

157 Ruth St 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 95% of homes in Montrose 48457
  • Costs less per square foot than 86% of homes in Montrose 48457
  • Smaller than 87% of homes in Montrose 48457
  • Has a smaller lot than 90% of homes in Montrose 48457
  • Older than 74% of homes in Montrose 48457

What homes are worth in Montrose 48457

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

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$86K$430K

This home is worth more than 5% of homes in Montrose 48457.

How it measures up in Montrose 48457

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Montrose 48457.

Estimated value$104,986
CheaperTypical $201,293Pricier

Pricier than 5% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$104
CheaperTypical $142Pricier

Pricier than 14% of homes nearby

Living area1,008 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,456 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 13% of homes nearby

Lot size0.24 ac
SmallerTypical 1.64 acBigger

Bigger than 10% of homes nearby

Year built1957
OlderTypical 1972Newer

Newer than 26% of homes nearby

How 157 Ruth St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeMontrose 48457Genesee County
Estimated valuepricier than$104,9865% of homes32% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$10414% of homes35% of homes
Living areabigger than1,008 ft²13% of homes24% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.24 ac10% of homes39% of homes
Year builtnewer than195726% of homes42% of homes

About 157 Ruth St

How much is 157 Ruth St, Montrose, MI worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 157 Ruth St, Montrose, MI is $104,986 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $97,120 to $112,852. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 157 Ruth St, Montrose, MI last sell?

157 Ruth St, Montrose, MI last sold on Jan 28, 2021 for $99,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 3 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 157 Ruth St, Montrose, MI?

157 Ruth St, Montrose, MI has 2 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,008 square feet of living space and a 0.24-acre lot.

When was 157 Ruth St, Montrose, MI built?

157 Ruth St, Montrose, MI was built in 1957, making it 69 years old. It is a ranch home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 157 Ruth St, Montrose, MI?

157 Ruth St, Montrose, MI is assigned to Carter Elementary School (elementary), rated B+; Hillmccloy High School (high), rated B+; Kuehnhaven Middle School (middle), rated B-. All sit in Montrose Community Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 157 Ruth St, Montrose, MI compare to other homes in Montrose 48457?

Among the 2,757 homes in Montrose 48457, it is worth more than 5% of them ($104,986 against a typical $201,293), its price per square foot is higher than 14% of them ($104 against a typical $142), it is bigger than 13% of them (1,008 ft² against a typical 1,456 ft²), its lot is bigger than 10% of them (0.24 ac against a typical 1.64 ac) and it is newer than 26% of them (1957 against a typical 1972). Measured against all of Genesee County, it is worth more than 32% 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 157 Ruth St, Montrose, MI?

The 2025 property tax bill for 157 Ruth St, Montrose, MI was $1,715. The county assessed it at $49,900.

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