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$290,667$144 / 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 86How 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 $250,000 on Aug 26, 2025

229 WATER ST

HANCOCK, MI 49930
3
Beds
2
Baths
2,021 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.
0.21 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1937
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.

Valuation

$291K
$251K low$331K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$250,000 · Aug 26, 2025

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$3,367 (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.$107,150 (2026)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$98,258
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$214,300

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.19
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
4
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
38
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
51
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
1
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
CountyHOUGHTON
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.21
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
Barkell Elementary SchoolB
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.9 mi
M
Hancock Middle/High SchoolB-
Middle · Grades 6–12 · 1.2 mi

District: Hancock Public Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 49930These 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.122
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.89
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.20

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.25%
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.1.9%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.8,337
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.134 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$59,528
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$79,994
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.41°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.33 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.45%

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How this home compares

229 Water 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 75% of homes in Houghton County
  • Costs less per square foot than 66% of homes in Hancock 49930
  • Bigger than 84% of homes in Houghton County
  • Has a smaller lot than 73% of homes in Houghton County
  • Older than 69% of homes in Hancock 49930

What homes are worth in Hancock 49930

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

This home
$96K$578K

This home is worth more than 64% of homes in Hancock 49930.

How it measures up in Hancock 49930

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Hancock 49930.

Estimated value$290,667
CheaperTypical $248,443Pricier

Pricier than 64% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$144
CheaperTypical $167Pricier

Pricier than 34% of homes nearby

Living area2,021 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,522 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 78% of homes nearby

Lot size0.21 ac
SmallerTypical 0.36 acBigger

Bigger than 31% of homes nearby

Year built1937
OlderTypical 1970Newer

Newer than 31% of homes nearby

How 229 Water St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeHancock 49930Houghton County
Estimated valuepricier than$290,66764% of homes75% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$14434% of homes45% of homes
Living areabigger than2,021 ft²78% of homes84% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.21 ac31% of homes27% of homes
Year builtnewer than193731% of homes45% of homes

About 229 Water St

How much is 229 Water St, Hancock, MI worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 229 Water St, Hancock, MI is $290,667 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $250,557 to $330,777. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 229 Water St, Hancock, MI last sell?

229 Water St, Hancock, MI last sold on Aug 26, 2025 for $250,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 229 Water St, Hancock, MI?

229 Water St, Hancock, MI has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 2,021 square feet of living space and a 0.21-acre lot.

When was 229 Water St, Hancock, MI built?

229 Water St, Hancock, MI was built in 1937, making it 89 years old.

What schools serve 229 Water St, Hancock, MI?

229 Water St, Hancock, MI is assigned to Barkell Elementary School (elementary), rated B; Hancock Middle/High School (middle), rated B-. All sit in Hancock Public Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 229 Water St, Hancock, MI compare to other homes in Hancock 49930?

Among the 2,618 homes in Hancock 49930, it is worth more than 64% of them ($290,667 against a typical $248,443), its price per square foot is higher than 34% of them ($144 against a typical $167), it is bigger than 78% of them (2,021 ft² against a typical 1,522 ft²), its lot is bigger than 31% of them (0.21 ac against a typical 0.36 ac) and it is newer than 31% of them (1937 against a typical 1970). Measured against all of Houghton County, it is worth more than 75% 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 229 Water St, Hancock, MI?

The 2025 property tax bill for 229 Water St, Hancock, MI was $3,367. The county assessed it at $107,150.

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