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$340,108
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 78How 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 $2,819 on Mar 13, 2012

17281 VALLEY DR

BIG RAPIDS, MI 49307
0
Baths
1.37 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.

Valuation

$340K
$266K low$414K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$2,819 · Mar 13, 2012

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,930 (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.$141,000 (2026)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$137,000
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$282,000

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.6
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.
14
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
CountyMECOSTA
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.1.37
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(2)

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
Riverview Elementary SchoolA+
Elementary · Grades KG–4 · 2.5 mi
M
Big Rapids Middle SchoolC+
Middle · Grades 5–8 · 3.3 mi
H
Big Rapids High SchoolB-
High · Grades 9–12 · 3.9 mi

District: Big Rapids Public Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 49307These 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.108
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.86
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.84%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.22%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.20%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.6%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.17,484
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.125 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$52,905
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$67,799
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.45°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.35 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

17281 Valley Dr 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 85% of homes in Big Rapids 49307

What homes are worth in Big Rapids 49307

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

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This home is worth more than 85% of homes in Big Rapids 49307.

How it measures up in Big Rapids 49307

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Big Rapids 49307.

Estimated value$340,108
CheaperTypical $211,630Pricier

Pricier than 85% of homes nearby

Lot size1.37 ac
SmallerTypical 0.78 acBigger

Bigger than 62% of homes nearby

How 17281 Valley Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeBig Rapids 49307Mecosta County
Estimated valuepricier than$340,10885% of homes82% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1.37 ac62% of homes60% of homes

About 17281 Valley Dr

How much is 17281 Valley Dr, Big Rapids, MI worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 17281 Valley Dr, Big Rapids, MI is $340,108 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $266,441 to $413,775. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 17281 Valley Dr, Big Rapids, MI last sell?

17281 Valley Dr, Big Rapids, MI last sold on Mar 13, 2012 for $2,819, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

What schools serve 17281 Valley Dr, Big Rapids, MI?

17281 Valley Dr, Big Rapids, MI is assigned to Riverview Elementary School (elementary), rated A+; Big Rapids Middle School (middle), rated C+; Big Rapids High School (high), rated B-. All sit in Big Rapids Public Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 17281 Valley Dr, Big Rapids, MI compare to other homes in Big Rapids 49307?

Among the 5,459 homes in Big Rapids 49307, it is worth more than 85% of them ($340,108 against a typical $211,630) and its lot is bigger than 62% of them (1.37 ac against a typical 0.78 ac). Measured against all of Mecosta County, it is worth more than 82% 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 17281 Valley Dr, Big Rapids, MI?

The 2025 property tax bill for 17281 Valley Dr, Big Rapids, MI was $1,930. The county assessed it at $141,000.

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