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$81,550
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 71How 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 $53,000 on Oct 25, 2024

242 JAMES LAKE RD

IRON RIVER, MI 49935
0
Baths

Valuation

$82K
$58K low$105K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$53,000 · Oct 25, 2024

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$948 (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.$39,400 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$39,400
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$35,900
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$78,800

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.24
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
10
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
41
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
69
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
CountyIRON
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
West Iron County Middle High SchoolB-
High · Grades 6–12 · 15.4 mi
E
Stambaugh Elementary SchoolC-
Elementary · Grades PK–6 · 15.4 mi

District: West Iron County Public Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 49935These 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.128
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.80
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.16

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.68%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.15%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.16%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.2.3%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.6,206
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.13 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$50,871
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$66,381
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.40°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.45%

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How this home compares

242 James Lake Rd 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.

What homes are worth in Iron River 49935

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This home is worth more than 39% of homes in Iron River 49935.

How it measures up in Iron River 49935

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Estimated value$81,550
CheaperTypical $97,769Pricier

Pricier than 39% of homes nearby

How 242 James Lake Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeIron River 49935Iron County
Estimated valuepricier than$81,55039% of homes40% of homes

About 242 James Lake Rd

How much is 242 James Lake Rd, Iron River, MI worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 242 James Lake Rd, Iron River, MI is $81,550 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $57,760 to $105,340. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 242 James Lake Rd, Iron River, MI last sell?

242 James Lake Rd, Iron River, MI last sold on Oct 25, 2024 for $53,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

What schools serve 242 James Lake Rd, Iron River, MI?

242 James Lake Rd, Iron River, MI is assigned to West Iron County Middle High School (high), rated B-; Stambaugh Elementary School (elementary), rated C-. All sit in West Iron County Public Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

What are the property taxes on 242 James Lake Rd, Iron River, MI?

The 2025 property tax bill for 242 James Lake Rd, Iron River, MI was $948. The county assessed it at $39,400.

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