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Last sold for $121,000 on Jan 19, 2022

255 N VAN BUREN ST

BAY CITY, MI 48708
5
Beds
2.5
Baths
3,336 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.
0.17 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.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$121,000 · Jan 19, 2022

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$3,945 (2026)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$77,250 (2026)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$72,100
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$154,500

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.28
10
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
1
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.
64
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
13
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.6 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.6%
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.Traditional/Old
CountyBAY
Effective Year BuiltAn adjusted build year that accounts for condition and major remodels. A big renovation can make a home count as newer than it is.1982
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.17
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air With Air Conditioning
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(4)

Sales and refinances filed with the county for this home. Not every transfer is a normal sale, so check the type before comparing prices.

Foreclosure Filings(2)

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

H
Bay City Central High SchoolB-
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.5 mi
E
Washington Elementary SchoolB
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.6 mi
M
Handy Middle SchoolC-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.7 mi

District: Bay City School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 48708These 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.126
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.96
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.13

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.89%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.11%
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.1.5%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.25,875
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.880 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$49,724
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$66,076
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.47°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.31 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

255 N Van Buren 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 largest homes in Bay City 48708
  • Has a bigger lot than 84% of homes in Columbus Avenue
  • Older than 86% of homes in Bay County

How it measures up in Bay City 48708

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Bay City 48708.

Living area3,336 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,308 ft²Bigger

Bigger than almost all homes nearby

Lot size0.17 ac
SmallerTypical 0.16 acBigger

Bigger than 54% of homes nearby

Year built1900
OlderTypical 1925Newer

Newer than 28% of homes nearby

How 255 N Van Buren St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeColumbus AvenueBay City 48708Bay County
Living areabigger than3,336 ft²98% of homesalmost all homesalmost all homes
Lot sizebigger than0.17 ac84% of homes54% of homes26% of homes
Year builtnewer than190049% of homes28% of homes14% of homes

About 255 N Van Buren St

When did 255 N Van Buren St, Bay City, MI last sell?

255 N Van Buren St, Bay City, MI last sold on Jan 19, 2022 for $121,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 4 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 255 N Van Buren St, Bay City, MI?

255 N Van Buren St, Bay City, MI has 5 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, 3,336 square feet of living space and a 0.17-acre lot.

When was 255 N Van Buren St, Bay City, MI built?

255 N Van Buren St, Bay City, MI was built in 1900, making it 126 years old. It is a traditional/old home.

What schools serve 255 N Van Buren St, Bay City, MI?

255 N Van Buren St, Bay City, MI is assigned to Bay City Central High School (high), rated B-; Washington Elementary School (elementary), rated B; Handy Middle School (middle), rated C-. All sit in Bay City School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 255 N Van Buren St, Bay City, MI compare to other homes in Bay City 48708?

Among the 10,070 homes in Bay City 48708, it is bigger than almost all of them (3,336 ft² against a typical 1,308 ft²), its lot is bigger than 54% of them (0.17 ac against a typical 0.16 ac) and it is newer than 28% of them (1900 against a typical 1925). These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 255 N Van Buren St, Bay City, MI?

The 2026 property tax bill for 255 N Van Buren St, Bay City, MI was $3,945. The county assessed it at $77,250.

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