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$254,836$233 / 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 88How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Sep 24, 2026

203 S ESSEX ST

KALKASKA, MI 49646
3
Beds
2.5
Baths
1,092 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.
0.47 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.

Valuation

$255K
$225K low$285K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,473 (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.$126,500 (2026)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$117,500
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$253,000

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.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.
44
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
58
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
12
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.

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
CountyKALKASKA
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.47
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.

H
Kalkaska High SchoolB
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.7 mi
E
Kalkaska Elementary SchoolC
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 0.8 mi
M
Kalkaska Middle SchoolC
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.1 mi

District: Kalkaska Public Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 49646These 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.141
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.83
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.15

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.66%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.11%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.13%
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.8,743
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.38 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$55,250
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$69,778
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.43°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.50%

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How this home compares

203 S Essex St 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 67% of homes in Kalkaska 49646
  • Costs more per square foot than 75% of homes in Kalkaska 49646
  • Has a smaller lot than 78% of homes in Kalkaska County

What homes are worth in Kalkaska 49646

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

This home
$37K$605K

This home is worth more than 67% of homes in Kalkaska 49646.

How it measures up in Kalkaska 49646

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Kalkaska 49646.

Estimated value$254,836
CheaperTypical $189,810Pricier

Pricier than 67% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$233
CheaperTypical $168Pricier

Pricier than 75% of homes nearby

Living area1,092 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,208 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 42% of homes nearby

Lot size0.47 ac
SmallerTypical 1.01 acBigger

Bigger than 31% of homes nearby

Year built1980
OlderTypical 1975Newer

Newer than 58% of homes nearby

How 203 S Essex St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeKalkaska 49646Kalkaska County
Estimated valuepricier than$254,83667% of homes66% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$23375% of homes72% of homes
Living areabigger than1,092 ft²42% of homes38% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.47 ac31% of homes22% of homes
Year builtnewer than198058% of homes51% of homes

About 203 S Essex St

How much is 203 S Essex St, Kalkaska, MI worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 203 S Essex St, Kalkaska, MI is $254,836 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $224,549 to $285,123. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 203 S Essex St, Kalkaska, MI last sell?

203 S Essex St, Kalkaska, MI last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 203 S Essex St, Kalkaska, MI?

203 S Essex St, Kalkaska, MI has 3 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, 1,092 square feet of living space and a 0.47-acre lot.

When was 203 S Essex St, Kalkaska, MI built?

203 S Essex St, Kalkaska, MI was built in 1980, making it 46 years old.

What schools serve 203 S Essex St, Kalkaska, MI?

203 S Essex St, Kalkaska, MI is assigned to Kalkaska High School (high), rated B; Kalkaska Elementary School (elementary), rated C; Kalkaska Middle School (middle), rated C. All sit in Kalkaska Public Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 203 S Essex St, Kalkaska, MI compare to other homes in Kalkaska 49646?

Among the 5,999 homes in Kalkaska 49646, it is worth more than 67% of them ($254,836 against a typical $189,810), its price per square foot is higher than 75% of them ($233 against a typical $168), it is bigger than 42% of them (1,092 ft² against a typical 1,208 ft²), its lot is bigger than 31% of them (0.47 ac against a typical 1.01 ac) and it is newer than 58% of them (1980 against a typical 1975). Measured against all of Kalkaska County, it is worth more than 66% 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 203 S Essex St, Kalkaska, MI?

The 2025 property tax bill for 203 S Essex St, Kalkaska, MI was $1,473. The county assessed it at $126,500.

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