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$123,173$110 / 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 Jul 14, 2026

1978 RIVER RD

KAWKAWLIN, MI 48631
2
Beds
1
Baths
1,122 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.
0.68 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1945
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
3
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$123K
$113K low$133K 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.$123,173
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$98,538

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,528 (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.$55,100 (2026)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$57,900
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$110,200

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.35
10
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.
62
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.
Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.7 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.6%
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.0.68
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.

E
McAlear-Sawden Elementary SchoolB+
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 6.5 mi
H
Bay City Western High SchoolB-
High · Grades 9–12 · 8.3 mi
M
Western Middle SchoolB+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 8.3 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

1978 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 less than 86% of homes in Kawkawlin 48631
  • Costs less per square foot than 82% of homes in Kawkawlin 48631
  • Smaller than 79% of homes in Kawkawlin 48631
  • Has a smaller lot than 71% of homes in Kawkawlin 48631
  • Older than 84% of homes in Kawkawlin 48631

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 14% 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$123,173
CheaperTypical $211,356Pricier

Pricier than 14% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$110
CheaperTypical $137Pricier

Pricier than 18% of homes nearby

Living area1,122 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,543 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 21% of homes nearby

Lot size0.68 ac
SmallerTypical 1.03 acBigger

Bigger than 29% of homes nearby

Year built1945
OlderTypical 1975Newer

Newer than 16% of homes nearby

How 1978 River Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeKawkawlin 48631Bay County
Estimated valuepricier than$123,17314% of homes32% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$11018% of homes40% of homes
Living areabigger than1,122 ft²21% of homes26% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.68 ac29% of homes67% of homes
Year builtnewer than194516% of homes36% of homes

About 1978 River Rd

How much is 1978 River Rd, Kawkawlin, MI worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 1978 River Rd, Kawkawlin, MI is $123,173 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $112,893 to $133,453. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 1978 River Rd, Kawkawlin, MI last sell?

1978 River Rd, Kawkawlin, MI last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 1978 River Rd, Kawkawlin, MI?

1978 River Rd, Kawkawlin, MI has 2 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,122 square feet of living space and a 0.68-acre lot.

When was 1978 River Rd, Kawkawlin, MI built?

1978 River Rd, Kawkawlin, MI was built in 1945, making it 81 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 1978 River Rd, Kawkawlin, MI?

1978 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 1978 River Rd, Kawkawlin, MI compare to other homes in Kawkawlin 48631?

Among the 1,801 homes in Kawkawlin 48631, it is worth more than 14% of them ($123,173 against a typical $211,356), its price per square foot is higher than 18% of them ($110 against a typical $137), it is bigger than 21% of them (1,122 ft² against a typical 1,543 ft²), its lot is bigger than 29% of them (0.68 ac against a typical 1.03 ac) and it is newer than 16% of them (1945 against a typical 1975). Measured against all of Bay County, it is worth more than 32% 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 1978 River Rd, Kawkawlin, MI?

The 2026 property tax bill for 1978 River Rd, Kawkawlin, MI was $1,528. The county assessed it at $55,100.

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