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$212,863$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 89How 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

17256 W BEAR CREEK RD

RUDYARD, MI 49780
1
Baths
2,040 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.
9.95 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1949
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.

Valuation

$213K
$190K low$236K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$3,559 (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.$89,900 (2026)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$88,000
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$179,800

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.
29
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
40
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
68
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
2
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
CountyCHIPPEWA
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.9.95
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air With Air Conditioning
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.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.

E
Rudyard Area SchoolB-
Elementary · Grades KG–12 · 6.0 mi

District: Rudyard Area Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 49780These 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.70
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 100.12

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.71%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.15%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.6.9%
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.2,561
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.10 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$65,344
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$130,571
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.41°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.47%

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How this home compares

17256 W Bear Creek 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 78% of homes in Rudyard 49780
  • Costs less per square foot than 76% of homes in Chippewa County
  • Bigger than 88% of homes in Rudyard 49780
  • Has a bigger lot than 78% of homes in Chippewa County
  • Older than 83% of homes in Rudyard 49780

What homes are worth in Rudyard 49780

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

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$63K$343K

This home is worth more than 78% of homes in Rudyard 49780.

How it measures up in Rudyard 49780

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Rudyard 49780.

Estimated value$212,863
CheaperTypical $157,675Pricier

Pricier than 78% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$104
CheaperTypical $121Pricier

Pricier than 28% of homes nearby

Living area2,040 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,254 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 88% of homes nearby

Lot size9.95 ac
SmallerTypical 9.87 acBigger

Bigger than 51% of homes nearby

Year built1949
OlderTypical 1985Newer

Newer than 17% of homes nearby

How 17256 W Bear Creek Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeRudyard 49780Chippewa County
Estimated valuepricier than$212,86378% of homes61% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$10428% of homes24% of homes
Living areabigger than2,040 ft²88% of homes87% of homes
Lot sizebigger than9.95 ac51% of homes78% of homes
Year builtnewer than194917% of homes27% of homes

About 17256 W Bear Creek Rd

How much is 17256 W Bear Creek Rd, Rudyard, MI worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 17256 W Bear Creek Rd, Rudyard, MI is $212,863 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $189,554 to $236,172. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 17256 W Bear Creek Rd, Rudyard, MI last sell?

17256 W Bear Creek Rd, Rudyard, MI last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 17256 W Bear Creek Rd, Rudyard, MI?

17256 W Bear Creek Rd, Rudyard, MI has 1 bathrooms, 2,040 square feet of living space and a 9.95-acre lot.

When was 17256 W Bear Creek Rd, Rudyard, MI built?

17256 W Bear Creek Rd, Rudyard, MI was built in 1949, making it 77 years old.

What schools serve 17256 W Bear Creek Rd, Rudyard, MI?

17256 W Bear Creek Rd, Rudyard, MI is assigned to Rudyard Area School (elementary), rated B-. All sit in Rudyard Area Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 17256 W Bear Creek Rd, Rudyard, MI compare to other homes in Rudyard 49780?

Among the 1,033 homes in Rudyard 49780, it is worth more than 78% of them ($212,863 against a typical $157,675), its price per square foot is higher than 28% of them ($104 against a typical $121), it is bigger than 88% of them (2,040 ft² against a typical 1,254 ft²), its lot is bigger than 51% of them (9.95 ac against a typical 9.87 ac) and it is newer than 17% of them (1949 against a typical 1985). Measured against all of Chippewa County, it is worth more than 61% 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 17256 W Bear Creek Rd, Rudyard, MI?

The 2025 property tax bill for 17256 W Bear Creek Rd, Rudyard, MI was $3,559. The county assessed it at $89,900.

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