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$191,308$66 / 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 51How 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 $85,000 on Apr 18, 1996

3897 RIVER RD

SODUS, MI 49126
2
Beds
2
Baths
2,900 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.
1.47 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
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
3
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$191K
$97K low$285K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$85,000 · Apr 18, 1996
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.$191,308
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$153,046

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,464 (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.$177,800 (2026)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$172,200
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$355,600

Climate Risk

Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.197 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.1 percent flood zone

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
CountyBERRIEN
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.1.47
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air With Air Conditioning
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Yes
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(1)

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
River SchoolA
Elementary · Grades KG–8 · 0.7 mi

District: Sodus Township School District 5

Neighborhood · ZIP 49126These 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.68
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.79
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.21

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.90%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.13%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.11%
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.1,353
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.92 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$66,084
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$79,479
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.49°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.38 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.46%

Ownership

OccupancyWhether the owner appears to live here or somewhere else. It is inferred from the mailing address on record.Owner occupied
Company ownedWhether the owner is a company or trust rather than a person.No

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

3897 River 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.

  • Worth less than 69% of homes in Berrien County
  • Among the lowest price per square foot in Sodus 49126
  • Bigger than 96% of homes in Sodus 49126
  • Has a bigger lot than 78% of homes in Berrien County
  • Older than 95% of homes in Berrien County

What homes are worth in Sodus 49126

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

This home
$69K$476K

This home is worth more than 40% of homes in Sodus 49126.

How it measures up in Sodus 49126

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Sodus 49126.

Estimated value$191,308
CheaperTypical $208,396Pricier

Pricier than 40% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$66
CheaperTypical $148Pricier

Cheaper than almost all homes nearby

Living area2,900 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,400 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 96% of homes nearby

Lot size1.47 ac
SmallerTypical 1.36 acBigger

Bigger than 53% of homes nearby

Year built1900
OlderTypical 1953Newer

Newer than 13% of homes nearby

How 3897 River Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeSodus 49126Berrien County
Estimated valuepricier than$191,30840% of homes31% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$66almost no homes5% of homes
Living areabigger than2,900 ft²96% of homes93% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1.47 ac53% of homes78% of homes
Year builtnewer than190013% of homes5% of homes

About 3897 River Rd

How much is 3897 River Rd, Sodus, MI worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 3897 River Rd, Sodus, MI is $191,308 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $97,303 to $285,313. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 3897 River Rd, Sodus, MI last sell?

3897 River Rd, Sodus, MI last sold on Apr 18, 1996 for $85,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 3897 River Rd, Sodus, MI?

3897 River Rd, Sodus, MI has 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 2,900 square feet of living space and a 1.47-acre lot.

When was 3897 River Rd, Sodus, MI built?

3897 River Rd, Sodus, MI was built in 1900, making it 126 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 3897 River Rd, Sodus, MI?

3897 River Rd, Sodus, MI is assigned to River School (elementary), rated A. All sit in Sodus Township School District 5. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 3897 River Rd, Sodus, MI compare to other homes in Sodus 49126?

Among the 385 homes in Sodus 49126, it is worth more than 40% of them ($191,308 against a typical $208,396), its price per square foot is higher than almost none of them ($66 against a typical $148), it is bigger than 96% of them (2,900 ft² against a typical 1,400 ft²), its lot is bigger than 53% of them (1.47 ac against a typical 1.36 ac) and it is newer than 13% of them (1900 against a typical 1953). Measured against all of Berrien County, it is worth more than 31% 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 3897 River Rd, Sodus, MI?

The 2025 property tax bill for 3897 River Rd, Sodus, MI was $2,464. The county assessed it at $177,800.

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