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$143,878$92 / 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 Sep 24, 2026
Last sold for $45,000 on Jul 14, 2021

2853 FRANKLIN DR

CLARE, MI 48617
1.5
Baths
1,568 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.
1 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1967
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.

Valuation

$144K
$129K low$159K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$45,000 · Jul 14, 2021

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,444 (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.$50,679 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$2,913
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$47,766
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$47,872
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$101,358

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.35
31
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
21
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
54
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.
4
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.5 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.30%
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
CountyCLARE
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.1.00
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.

E
Clare Primary SchoolC
Elementary · Grades PK–4 · 1.4 mi
M
Clare Middle SchoolC+
Middle · Grades 5–8 · 1.5 mi
H
Clare High SchoolA
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.5 mi

District: Clare Public Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 48617These 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.100
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.92
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.14

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.8.6%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.15%
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.9,205
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.66 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$58,258
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$78,228
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.45°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.50%

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How this home compares

2853 Franklin Dr 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 80% of homes in Clare 48617
  • Costs less per square foot than 91% of homes in Clare 48617
  • Bigger than 81% of homes in Clare County
  • Has a bigger lot than 67% of homes in Clare County

What homes are worth in Clare 48617

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

This home
$57K$534K

This home is worth more than 20% of homes in Clare 48617.

How it measures up in Clare 48617

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Clare 48617.

Estimated value$143,878
CheaperTypical $200,907Pricier

Pricier than 20% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$92
CheaperTypical $143Pricier

Pricier than 9% of homes nearby

Living area1,568 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,456 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 58% of homes nearby

Lot size1 ac
SmallerTypical 1 acBigger

Bigger than 50% of homes nearby

Year built1967
OlderTypical 1967Newer

Newer than 52% of homes nearby

How 2853 Franklin Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeClare 48617Clare County
Estimated valuepricier than$143,87820% of homes45% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$929% of homes9% of homes
Living areabigger than1,568 ft²58% of homes81% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1 ac50% of homes67% of homes
Year builtnewer than196752% of homes39% of homes

About 2853 Franklin Dr

How much is 2853 Franklin Dr, Clare, MI worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 2853 Franklin Dr, Clare, MI is $143,878 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $128,555 to $159,201. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 2853 Franklin Dr, Clare, MI last sell?

2853 Franklin Dr, Clare, MI last sold on Jul 14, 2021 for $45,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 2853 Franklin Dr, Clare, MI?

2853 Franklin Dr, Clare, MI has 1.5 bathrooms, 1,568 square feet of living space and a 1.00-acre lot.

When was 2853 Franklin Dr, Clare, MI built?

2853 Franklin Dr, Clare, MI was built in 1967, making it 59 years old.

What schools serve 2853 Franklin Dr, Clare, MI?

2853 Franklin Dr, Clare, MI is assigned to Clare Primary School (elementary), rated C; Clare Middle School (middle), rated C+; Clare High School (high), rated A. All sit in Clare Public Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 2853 Franklin Dr, Clare, MI compare to other homes in Clare 48617?

Among the 2,982 homes in Clare 48617, it is worth more than 20% of them ($143,878 against a typical $200,907), its price per square foot is higher than 9% of them ($92 against a typical $143), it is bigger than 58% of them (1,568 ft² against a typical 1,456 ft²), its lot is bigger than 50% of them (1 ac against a typical 1 ac) and it is newer than 52% of them (1967 against a typical 1967). Measured against all of Clare County, it is worth more than 45% 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 2853 Franklin Dr, Clare, MI?

The 2025 property tax bill for 2853 Franklin Dr, Clare, MI was $1,444. The county assessed it at $50,679.

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