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$899,900$536 / 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 87How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Jul 14, 2026
Last sold for $899,000 on May 26, 2026

16968 S RIVER RD

CHASSELL, MI 49916
0
Baths
1,680 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.
80 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2021
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.

Valuation

$900K
$780K low$1M high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$899,000 · May 26, 2026
Est. Owner EquityRoughly how much of the home's value the owner would keep after paying off known loans. It is our estimate minus the loans still owed.$899,900
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$719,920

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$6,448 (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.$251,413 (2026)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$234,823
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$502,826

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.36
59
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
27
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
39
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.
1
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.22 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
CountyHOUGHTON
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.80.00
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(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.

M
Houghton Middle SchoolA-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 12.9 mi
H
Houghton Portage Township High SchoolA-
High · Grades 9–12 · 13.0 mi
E
Houghton Elementary SchoolB+
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 13.3 mi

District: Houghton-Portage Township Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 49916These 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.135
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.84
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.17

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.73%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.27%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.10%
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.2,881
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.22 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$72,725
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$94,591
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.41°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.45%

Ownership

OccupancyWhether the owner appears to live here or somewhere else. It is inferred from the mailing address on record.Absentee owner
Company ownedWhether the owner is a company or trust rather than a person.No

Data by ATTOM. Valuations are automated estimates, not appraisals. Photos from Google Street View and may not depict the current property state.

How this home compares

16968 S 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.

  • Among the most valuable homes in Chassell 49916
  • Costs more per square foot than 98% of homes in Chassell 49916
  • Bigger than 71% of homes in Houghton County
  • Among the largest lots in Chassell 49916
  • Newer than 98% of homes in Houghton County

What homes are worth in Chassell 49916

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

This home
$104K$806K

This home is worth more than almost all homes in Chassell 49916.

How it measures up in Chassell 49916

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Chassell 49916.

Estimated value$899,900
CheaperTypical $309,797Pricier

Pricier than almost all homes nearby

Price per ft²$536
CheaperTypical $218Pricier

Pricier than 98% of homes nearby

Living area1,680 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,344 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 70% of homes nearby

Lot size80 ac
SmallerTypical 2.14 acBigger

Bigger than almost all homes nearby

Year built2021
OlderTypical 1980Newer

Newer than 97% of homes nearby

How 16968 S River Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeChassell 49916Houghton County
Estimated valuepricier than$899,900almost all homesalmost all homes
Price per ft²pricier than$53698% of homes98% of homes
Living areabigger than1,680 ft²70% of homes71% of homes
Lot sizebigger than80 acalmost all homesalmost all homes
Year builtnewer than202197% of homes98% of homes

About 16968 S River Rd

How much is 16968 S River Rd, Chassell, MI worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 16968 S River Rd, Chassell, MI is $899,900 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $780,410 to $1,019,390. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 16968 S River Rd, Chassell, MI last sell?

16968 S River Rd, Chassell, MI last sold on May 26, 2026 for $899,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 16968 S River Rd, Chassell, MI?

16968 S River Rd, Chassell, MI has 1,680 square feet of living space and a 80.00-acre lot.

When was 16968 S River Rd, Chassell, MI built?

16968 S River Rd, Chassell, MI was built in 2021, making it 5 years old.

What schools serve 16968 S River Rd, Chassell, MI?

16968 S River Rd, Chassell, MI is assigned to Houghton Middle School (middle), rated A-; Houghton Portage Township High School (high), rated A-; Houghton Elementary School (elementary), rated B+. All sit in Houghton-Portage Township Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 16968 S River Rd, Chassell, MI compare to other homes in Chassell 49916?

Among the 1,451 homes in Chassell 49916, it is worth more than almost all of them ($899,900 against a typical $309,797), its price per square foot is higher than 98% of them ($536 against a typical $218), it is bigger than 70% of them (1,680 ft² against a typical 1,344 ft²), its lot is bigger than almost all of them (80 ac against a typical 2.14 ac) and it is newer than 97% of them (2021 against a typical 1980). Measured against all of Houghton County, it is worth more than almost all 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 16968 S River Rd, Chassell, MI?

The 2025 property tax bill for 16968 S River Rd, Chassell, MI was $6,448. The county assessed it at $251,413.

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