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$81,253
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 78How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Aug 30, 2026
Last sold for $51,000 on Dec 26, 2025

238 BACKUS ST

CHEBOYGAN, MI 49721
0
Baths
0.14 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.

Valuation

$81K
$63K low$99K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$51,000 · Dec 26, 2025

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,093 (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.$54,600 (2026)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$45,700
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$109,200

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.22
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
3
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
39
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
60
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
10
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
CountyCHEBOYGAN
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.14
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(3)

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
East Elementary School
Elementary · Grades KG–2 · 0.7 mi
H
Cheboygan High SchoolB-
High · Grades 8–12 · 1.3 mi
M
Cheboygan Middle School
Middle · Grades 6–7 · 1.4 mi

District: Cheboygan Area Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 49721These 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.113
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.82
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.9

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.67%
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.10%
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.14,470
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.47 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$61,395
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$73,336
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.43°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.30 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.49%

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How this home compares

238 Backus 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 less than 88% of homes in Cheboygan County
  • Has a smaller lot than 95% of homes in Cheboygan County

What homes are worth in Cheboygan 49721

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

This home
$23K$1.1M

This home is worth more than 13% of homes in Cheboygan 49721.

How it measures up in Cheboygan 49721

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Cheboygan 49721.

Estimated value$81,253
CheaperTypical $203,176Pricier

Pricier than 13% of homes nearby

Lot size0.14 ac
SmallerTypical 0.93 acBigger

Bigger than 6% of homes nearby

How 238 Backus St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeCheboygan 49721Cheboygan County
Estimated valuepricier than$81,25313% of homes12% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.14 ac6% of homes5% of homes

About 238 Backus St

How much is 238 Backus St, Cheboygan, MI worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 238 Backus St, Cheboygan, MI is $81,253 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $63,327 to $99,179. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 238 Backus St, Cheboygan, MI last sell?

238 Backus St, Cheboygan, MI last sold on Dec 26, 2025 for $51,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

What schools serve 238 Backus St, Cheboygan, MI?

238 Backus St, Cheboygan, MI is assigned to East Elementary School (elementary); Cheboygan High School (high), rated B-; Cheboygan Middle School (middle). All sit in Cheboygan Area Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 238 Backus St, Cheboygan, MI compare to other homes in Cheboygan 49721?

Among the 9,042 homes in Cheboygan 49721, it is worth more than 13% of them ($81,253 against a typical $203,176) and its lot is bigger than 6% of them (0.14 ac against a typical 0.93 ac). Measured against all of Cheboygan County, it is worth more than 12% 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 238 Backus St, Cheboygan, MI?

The 2025 property tax bill for 238 Backus St, Cheboygan, MI was $2,093. The county assessed it at $54,600.

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