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$54,782$37 / 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 85How 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 $42,000 on Nov 8, 2018

285 HOWLAND ST

BATTLE CREEK, MI 49037
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,464 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.
0.18 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1914
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
1
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$55K
$47K low$63K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$42,000 · Nov 8, 2018

Tax & Assessment

Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$44,500 (2026)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$42,300
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$89,000

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.30
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
5
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.0.18
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(5)

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
Dudley STEM Elementary School
Elementary · Grades PK–2 · 0.4 mi
M
Northwestern Middle School
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.7 mi
H
Battle Creek Central High SchoolC-
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.1 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%

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How this home compares

285 Howland 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 96% of homes in Calhoun County
  • Costs less per square foot than 97% of homes in Calhoun County
  • Bigger than 84% of homes in Battle Creek 49037
  • Has a smaller lot than 79% of homes in Calhoun County
  • Older than 94% 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
$36K$249K

This home is worth more than 12% 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$54,782
CheaperTypical $107,076Pricier

Pricier than 12% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$37
CheaperTypical $106Pricier

Pricier than 4% of homes nearby

Living area1,464 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,040 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 84% of homes nearby

Lot size0.18 ac
SmallerTypical 0.23 acBigger

Bigger than 30% of homes nearby

Year built1914
OlderTypical 1950Newer

Newer than 6% of homes nearby

How 285 Howland St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeNorthcentralBattle Creek 49037Calhoun County
Estimated valuepricier than$54,78225% of homes12% of homes4% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$3712% of homes4% of homes3% of homes
Living areabigger than1,464 ft²81% of homes84% of homes60% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.18 ac45% of homes30% of homes21% of homes
Year builtnewer than19149% of homes6% of homes14% of homes

About 285 Howland St

How much is 285 Howland St, Battle Creek, MI worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 285 Howland St, Battle Creek, MI is $54,782 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $46,729 to $62,835. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 285 Howland St, Battle Creek, MI last sell?

285 Howland St, Battle Creek, MI last sold on Nov 8, 2018 for $42,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 4 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 285 Howland St, Battle Creek, MI?

285 Howland St, Battle Creek, MI has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,464 square feet of living space and a 0.18-acre lot.

When was 285 Howland St, Battle Creek, MI built?

285 Howland St, Battle Creek, MI was built in 1914, making it 112 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 285 Howland St, Battle Creek, MI?

285 Howland St, Battle Creek, MI is assigned to Dudley STEM Elementary School (elementary); Northwestern Middle School (middle); 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 285 Howland St, Battle Creek, MI compare to other homes in Battle Creek 49037?

Among the 7,198 homes in Battle Creek 49037, it is worth more than 12% of them ($54,782 against a typical $107,076), its price per square foot is higher than 4% of them ($37 against a typical $106), it is bigger than 84% of them (1,464 ft² against a typical 1,040 ft²), its lot is bigger than 30% of them (0.18 ac against a typical 0.23 ac) and it is newer than 6% of them (1914 against a typical 1950). Measured against all of Calhoun County, it is worth more than 4% of homes there. These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

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