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$89,598$117 / 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 89How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Jul 14, 2026
Last sold for $84,000 on Feb 1, 2021

261 RICHFIELD AVE

SPRINGFIELD, MI 49037
2
Beds
1
Baths
768 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.
0.14 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1953
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$90K
$80K low$100K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$84,000 · Feb 1, 2021
Est. Owner EquityRoughly how much of the home's value the owner would keep after paying off known loans. It is our estimate minus the loans still owed.$89,598
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$71,678

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$3,137 (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.$44,080 (2026)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$49,933
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$88,160

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.31
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
11
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
66
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
65
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.
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
CountyCALHOUN
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.14
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(6)

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
Valley View Elementary SchoolD
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 1.7 mi
M
Springfield Middle SchoolD+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.8 mi
H
Battle Creek Central High SchoolC-
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.8 mi

District: Battle Creek Public Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 49037These 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.144
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.69
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.27

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.91%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.9.4%
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.1.4%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.21,235
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.851 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$43,933
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$57,651
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.48°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.36 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.51%

Ownership

OccupancyWhether the owner appears to live here or somewhere else. It is inferred from the mailing address on record.Absentee owner
Company ownedWhether the owner is a company or trust rather than a person.Yes

Data by ATTOM. Valuations are automated estimates, not appraisals. Photos from Google Street View and may not depict the current property state.

How this home compares

261 Richfield Ave 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 84% of homes in Calhoun County
  • Smaller than 94% of homes in Calhoun County
  • Has a smaller lot than 88% of homes in Calhoun County
  • Newer than 66% of homes in Battle Creek 49037

What homes are worth in Battle Creek 49037

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

This home
$34K$267K

This home is worth more than 33% of homes in Battle Creek 49037.

How it measures up in Battle Creek 49037

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Battle Creek 49037.

Estimated value$89,598
CheaperTypical $116,362Pricier

Pricier than 33% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$117
CheaperTypical $113Pricier

Pricier than 53% of homes nearby

Living area768 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,040 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 14% of homes nearby

Lot size0.14 ac
SmallerTypical 0.23 acBigger

Bigger than 14% of homes nearby

Year built1953
OlderTypical 1950Newer

Newer than 66% of homes nearby

How 261 Richfield Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeBattle Creek 49037Calhoun County
Estimated valuepricier than$89,59833% of homes16% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$11753% of homes37% of homes
Living areabigger than768 ft²14% of homes6% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.14 ac14% of homes12% of homes
Year builtnewer than195366% of homes50% of homes

About 261 Richfield Ave

How much is 261 Richfield Ave, Springfield, MI worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 261 Richfield Ave, Springfield, MI is $89,598 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $79,681 to $99,515. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 261 Richfield Ave, Springfield, MI last sell?

261 Richfield Ave, Springfield, MI last sold on Feb 1, 2021 for $84,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 261 Richfield Ave, Springfield, MI?

261 Richfield Ave, Springfield, MI has 2 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 768 square feet of living space and a 0.14-acre lot.

When was 261 Richfield Ave, Springfield, MI built?

261 Richfield Ave, Springfield, MI was built in 1953, making it 73 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 261 Richfield Ave, Springfield, MI?

261 Richfield Ave, Springfield, MI is assigned to Valley View Elementary School (elementary), rated D; Springfield Middle School (middle), rated D+; Battle Creek Central High School (high), rated C-. All sit in Battle Creek Public Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 261 Richfield Ave, Springfield, MI compare to other homes in Battle Creek 49037?

Among the 7,198 homes in Battle Creek 49037, it is worth more than 33% of them ($89,598 against a typical $116,362), its price per square foot is higher than 53% of them ($117 against a typical $113), it is bigger than 14% of them (768 ft² against a typical 1,040 ft²), its lot is bigger than 14% of them (0.14 ac against a typical 0.23 ac) and it is newer than 66% of them (1953 against a typical 1950). Measured against all of Calhoun County, it is worth more than 16% 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 261 Richfield Ave, Springfield, MI?

The 2025 property tax bill for 261 Richfield Ave, Springfield, MI was $3,137. The county assessed it at $44,080.

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