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$205,794$112 / 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 Sep 24, 2026
Last sold for $165,000 on May 12, 2023

1599 M 61

STERLING, MI 48659
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,836 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.
10.09 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1999
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

$206K
$189K low$223K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$165,000 · May 12, 2023

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,449 (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.$91,300 (2026)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$89,400
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$182,600

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.30
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
19
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
50
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
55
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
26
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
CountyBAY
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.10.09
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

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.

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

E
Standish-Sterling Central Elementary SchoolB+
Elementary · Grades 1–6 · 7.6 mi
M
Standish-Sterling Central Junior/Senior High SchoolB+
Middle · Grades 7–12 · 7.9 mi

District: Standish-Sterling Community School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 48659These 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.81
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.94
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.79%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.8.0%
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.2.0%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.2,612
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.32 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$57,367
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$65,393
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.45°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

1599 M 61 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 71% of homes in Sterling 48659
  • Bigger than 82% of homes in Sterling 48659
  • Has a bigger lot than 96% of homes in Bay County
  • Newer than 90% of homes in Bay County

What homes are worth in Sterling 48659

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

This home
$69K$432K

This home is worth more than 71% of homes in Sterling 48659.

How it measures up in Sterling 48659

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Sterling 48659.

Estimated value$205,794
CheaperTypical $158,911Pricier

Pricier than 71% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$112
CheaperTypical $127Pricier

Pricier than 37% of homes nearby

Living area1,836 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,296 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 82% of homes nearby

Lot size10.09 ac
SmallerTypical 2.5 acBigger

Bigger than 82% of homes nearby

Year built1999
OlderTypical 1975Newer

Newer than 87% of homes nearby

How 1599 M 61 ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeSterling 48659Bay County
Estimated valuepricier than$205,79471% of homes64% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$11237% of homes38% of homes
Living areabigger than1,836 ft²82% of homes78% of homes
Lot sizebigger than10.09 ac82% of homes96% of homes
Year builtnewer than199987% of homes90% of homes

About 1599 M 61

How much is 1599 M 61, Sterling, MI worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 1599 M 61, Sterling, MI is $205,794 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $188,997 to $222,591. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 1599 M 61, Sterling, MI last sell?

1599 M 61, Sterling, MI last sold on May 12, 2023 for $165,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 3 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 1599 M 61, Sterling, MI?

1599 M 61, Sterling, MI has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,836 square feet of living space and a 10.09-acre lot.

When was 1599 M 61, Sterling, MI built?

1599 M 61, Sterling, MI was built in 1999, making it 27 years old. It is a ranch home.

What schools serve 1599 M 61, Sterling, MI?

1599 M 61, Sterling, MI is assigned to Standish-Sterling Central Elementary School (elementary), rated B+; Standish-Sterling Central Junior/Senior High School (middle), rated B+. All sit in Standish-Sterling Community School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 1599 M 61, Sterling, MI compare to other homes in Sterling 48659?

Among the 1,325 homes in Sterling 48659, it is worth more than 71% of them ($205,794 against a typical $158,911), its price per square foot is higher than 37% of them ($112 against a typical $127), it is bigger than 82% of them (1,836 ft² against a typical 1,296 ft²), its lot is bigger than 82% of them (10.09 ac against a typical 2.5 ac) and it is newer than 87% of them (1999 against a typical 1975). Measured against all of Bay County, it is worth more than 64% 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 1599 M 61, Sterling, MI?

The 2026 property tax bill for 1599 M 61, Sterling, MI was $2,449. The county assessed it at $91,300.

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