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$281,415$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 90How 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

1838 RIVER RD

KAWKAWLIN, MI 48631
2
Baths
2,696 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.
2.03 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1980
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
4
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$281K
$252K low$311K high
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.$281,415
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$225,132

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,908 (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.$152,600 (2026)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$154,400
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$305,200

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.33
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
25
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
55
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
61
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
CountyBAY
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.2.03
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

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

E
McAlear-Sawden Elementary SchoolB+
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 6.5 mi
H
Bay City Western High SchoolB-
High · Grades 9–12 · 8.0 mi
M
Western Middle SchoolB+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 8.1 mi

District: Bay City School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 48631These 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.76
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.98
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.92%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.14%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.6.1%
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.4,269
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.123 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$79,064
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$100,680
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.47°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%

Ownership

OccupancyWhether the owner appears to live here or somewhere else. It is inferred from the mailing address on record.Owner occupied
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

1838 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.

  • Worth more than 85% of homes in Bay County
  • Costs less per square foot than 86% of homes in Kawkawlin 48631
  • Bigger than 96% of homes in Bay County
  • Has a bigger lot than 88% of homes in Bay County
  • Newer than 79% of homes in Bay County

What homes are worth in Kawkawlin 48631

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

This home
$67K$524K

This home is worth more than 77% of homes in Kawkawlin 48631.

How it measures up in Kawkawlin 48631

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Kawkawlin 48631.

Estimated value$281,415
CheaperTypical $211,356Pricier

Pricier than 77% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$104
CheaperTypical $137Pricier

Pricier than 14% of homes nearby

Living area2,696 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,543 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 95% of homes nearby

Lot size2.03 ac
SmallerTypical 1.03 acBigger

Bigger than 75% of homes nearby

Year built1980
OlderTypical 1975Newer

Newer than 59% of homes nearby

How 1838 River Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeKawkawlin 48631Bay County
Estimated valuepricier than$281,41577% of homes85% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$10414% of homes35% of homes
Living areabigger than2,696 ft²95% of homes96% of homes
Lot sizebigger than2.03 ac75% of homes88% of homes
Year builtnewer than198059% of homes79% of homes

About 1838 River Rd

How much is 1838 River Rd, Kawkawlin, MI worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 1838 River Rd, Kawkawlin, MI is $281,415 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $252,012 to $310,818. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 1838 River Rd, Kawkawlin, MI last sell?

1838 River Rd, Kawkawlin, MI last sold on Apr 30, 1991, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 1838 River Rd, Kawkawlin, MI?

1838 River Rd, Kawkawlin, MI has 2 bathrooms, 2,696 square feet of living space and a 2.03-acre lot.

When was 1838 River Rd, Kawkawlin, MI built?

1838 River Rd, Kawkawlin, MI was built in 1980, making it 46 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 1838 River Rd, Kawkawlin, MI?

1838 River Rd, Kawkawlin, MI is assigned to McAlear-Sawden Elementary School (elementary), rated B+; Bay City Western High School (high), rated B-; Western Middle School (middle), rated B+. All sit in Bay City School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 1838 River Rd, Kawkawlin, MI compare to other homes in Kawkawlin 48631?

Among the 1,801 homes in Kawkawlin 48631, it is worth more than 77% of them ($281,415 against a typical $211,356), its price per square foot is higher than 14% of them ($104 against a typical $137), it is bigger than 95% of them (2,696 ft² against a typical 1,543 ft²), its lot is bigger than 75% of them (2.03 ac against a typical 1.03 ac) and it is newer than 59% of them (1980 against a typical 1975). Measured against all of Bay County, it is worth more than 85% 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 1838 River Rd, Kawkawlin, MI?

The 2026 property tax bill for 1838 River Rd, Kawkawlin, MI was $2,908. The county assessed it at $152,600.

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