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$110,200$187 / 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 79How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Oct 21, 2026
Last sold for $1,550 on Dec 22, 2014

212 W LORD ST

GAINES, MI 48436
1
Baths
588 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.
0.28 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1900
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$110K
$87K low$133K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$1,550 · Dec 22, 2014

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,060 (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.$63,000 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$4,800
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$58,200
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$58,800
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$126,000

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.34
43
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
8
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
56
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.
6
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.10 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.30%
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
CountyGENESEE
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.28
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
Gaines Elementary SchoolC
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.4 mi
M
Swartz Creek Middle SchoolC-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 6.7 mi
H
Swartz Creek High SchoolC-
High · Grades 9–12 · 6.8 mi

District: Swartz Creek Community Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 48436These 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.27
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.97
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.19

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.97%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.20%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.4.5%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.7%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.3,951
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.122 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$85,461
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$115,140
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.47°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

212 W Lord 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.

  • Among the least valuable homes in Gaines 48436
  • Costs more per square foot than 79% of homes in Genesee County
  • Among the smallest homes in Gaines 48436
  • Has a smaller lot than 96% of homes in Gaines 48436
  • Older than 98% of homes in Genesee County

What homes are worth in Gaines 48436

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

This home
$128K$590K

This home is worth less than almost all homes in Gaines 48436.

How it measures up in Gaines 48436

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Gaines 48436.

Estimated value$110,200
CheaperTypical $275,839Pricier

Cheaper than almost all homes nearby

Price per ft²$187
CheaperTypical $186Pricier

Pricier than 51% of homes nearby

Living area588 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,540 ft²Bigger

Smaller than almost all homes nearby

Lot size0.28 ac
SmallerTypical 2.02 acBigger

Bigger than 4% of homes nearby

Year built1900
OlderTypical 1978Newer

Newer than 6% of homes nearby

How 212 W Lord St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeGaines 48436Genesee County
Estimated valuepricier than$110,200almost no homes32% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$18751% of homes79% of homes
Living areabigger than588 ft²almost no homesalmost no homes
Lot sizebigger than0.28 ac4% of homes43% of homes
Year builtnewer than19006% of homes2% of homes

About 212 W Lord St

How much is 212 W Lord St, Gaines, MI worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 212 W Lord St, Gaines, MI is $110,200 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $87,216 to $133,184. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 212 W Lord St, Gaines, MI last sell?

212 W Lord St, Gaines, MI last sold on Dec 22, 2014 for $1,550, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 212 W Lord St, Gaines, MI?

212 W Lord St, Gaines, MI has 1 bathrooms, 588 square feet of living space and a 0.28-acre lot.

When was 212 W Lord St, Gaines, MI built?

212 W Lord St, Gaines, MI was built in 1900, making it 126 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 212 W Lord St, Gaines, MI?

212 W Lord St, Gaines, MI is assigned to Gaines Elementary School (elementary), rated C; Swartz Creek Middle School (middle), rated C-; Swartz Creek High School (high), rated C-. All sit in Swartz Creek Community Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 212 W Lord St, Gaines, MI compare to other homes in Gaines 48436?

Among the 1,469 homes in Gaines 48436, it is worth more than almost none of them ($110,200 against a typical $275,839), its price per square foot is higher than 51% of them ($187 against a typical $186), it is bigger than almost none of them (588 ft² against a typical 1,540 ft²), its lot is bigger than 4% of them (0.28 ac against a typical 2.02 ac) and it is newer than 6% of them (1900 against a typical 1978). Measured against all of Genesee 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 212 W Lord St, Gaines, MI?

The 2025 property tax bill for 212 W Lord St, Gaines, MI was $2,060. The county assessed it at $63,000.

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