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$155,603$125 / 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 84How 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
Last sold for $153,000 on Nov 15, 2021

20685 JAMES AVE

BIG RAPIDS, MI 49307
1
Baths
1,248 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.
0.39 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2002
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.

Valuation

$156K
$131K low$180K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$153,000 · Nov 15, 2021

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,292 (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.$72,900 (2026)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$69,400
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$145,800

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.27
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
15
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
50
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
57
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. 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
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Mobile Home
CountyMECOSTA
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.39
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.

M
Big Rapids Middle SchoolB-
Middle · Grades 5–8 · 2.9 mi
E
Brookside Elementary SchoolC
Elementary · Grades PK–4 · 3.4 mi
H
Big Rapids High SchoolB-
High · Grades 9–12 · 4.3 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

20685 James Ave 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 70% of homes in Big Rapids 49307
  • Costs less per square foot than 66% of homes in Mecosta County
  • Smaller than 65% of homes in Big Rapids 49307
  • Has a smaller lot than 69% of homes in Mecosta County
  • Newer than 92% 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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$46K$547K

This home is worth more than 30% 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$155,603
CheaperTypical $206,673Pricier

Pricier than 30% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$125
CheaperTypical $144Pricier

Pricier than 37% of homes nearby

Living area1,248 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,454 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 35% of homes nearby

Lot size0.39 ac
SmallerTypical 0.77 acBigger

Bigger than 35% of homes nearby

Year built2002
OlderTypical 1965Newer

Newer than 92% of homes nearby

How 20685 James Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeBig Rapids 49307Mecosta County
Estimated valuepricier than$155,60330% of homes37% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$12537% of homes34% of homes
Living areabigger than1,248 ft²35% of homes43% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.39 ac35% of homes31% of homes
Year builtnewer than200292% of homes87% of homes

About 20685 James Ave

How much is 20685 James Ave, Big Rapids, MI worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 20685 James Ave, Big Rapids, MI is $155,603 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $131,454 to $179,752. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 20685 James Ave, Big Rapids, MI last sell?

20685 James Ave, Big Rapids, MI last sold on Nov 15, 2021 for $153,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 20685 James Ave, Big Rapids, MI?

20685 James Ave, Big Rapids, MI has 1 bathrooms, 1,248 square feet of living space and a 0.39-acre lot.

When was 20685 James Ave, Big Rapids, MI built?

20685 James Ave, Big Rapids, MI was built in 2002, making it 24 years old. It is a mobile home home.

What schools serve 20685 James Ave, Big Rapids, MI?

20685 James Ave, Big Rapids, MI is assigned to Big Rapids Middle School (middle), rated B-; Brookside Elementary School (elementary), 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 20685 James Ave, Big Rapids, MI compare to other homes in Big Rapids 49307?

Among the 5,458 homes in Big Rapids 49307, it is worth more than 30% of them ($155,603 against a typical $206,673), its price per square foot is higher than 37% of them ($125 against a typical $144), it is bigger than 35% of them (1,248 ft² against a typical 1,454 ft²), its lot is bigger than 35% of them (0.39 ac against a typical 0.77 ac) and it is newer than 92% of them (2002 against a typical 1965). Measured against all of Mecosta County, it is worth more than 37% 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 20685 James Ave, Big Rapids, MI?

The 2025 property tax bill for 20685 James Ave, Big Rapids, MI was $1,292. The county assessed it at $72,900.

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