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$297,467$167 / 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 88How 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

3971 FENCE RIVER RD

REPUBLIC, MI 49879
2
Beds
2
Baths
1,780 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.
2.97 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.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$297K
$262K low$333K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,897 (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.$119,500 (2026)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$109,200
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$239,000

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.32
39
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
15
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
39
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
61
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
8
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.8 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
CountyMARQUETTE
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.2.97
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Electric
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
Republicmichigamme SchoolA
Elementary · Grades PK–12 · 6.9 mi

District: Republic-Michigamme Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 49879These 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.176
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.84
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.16

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.56%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.16%
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.1.3%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.1,217
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.6 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$54,024
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$69,302
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.40°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.45%

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How this home compares

3971 Fence 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 more than 76% of homes in Republic 49879
  • Costs less per square foot than 73% of homes in Marquette County
  • Bigger than 88% of homes in Republic 49879
  • Has a bigger lot than 75% of homes in Marquette County
  • Older than 68% of homes in Republic 49879

What homes are worth in Republic 49879

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

This home
$67K$585K

This home is worth more than 76% of homes in Republic 49879.

How it measures up in Republic 49879

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Republic 49879.

Estimated value$297,467
CheaperTypical $193,206Pricier

Pricier than 76% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$167
CheaperTypical $202Pricier

Pricier than 39% of homes nearby

Living area1,780 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,056 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 88% of homes nearby

Lot size2.97 ac
SmallerTypical 2.84 acBigger

Bigger than 50% of homes nearby

Year built1953
OlderTypical 1970Newer

Newer than 32% of homes nearby

How 3971 Fence River Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeRepublic 49879Marquette County
Estimated valuepricier than$297,46776% of homes57% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$16739% of homes27% of homes
Living areabigger than1,780 ft²88% of homes75% of homes
Lot sizebigger than2.97 ac50% of homes75% of homes
Year builtnewer than195332% of homes38% of homes

About 3971 Fence River Rd

How much is 3971 Fence River Rd, Republic, MI worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 3971 Fence River Rd, Republic, MI is $297,467 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $262,335 to $332,599. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 3971 Fence River Rd, Republic, MI last sell?

3971 Fence River Rd, Republic, MI last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 3971 Fence River Rd, Republic, MI?

3971 Fence River Rd, Republic, MI has 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,780 square feet of living space and a 2.97-acre lot.

When was 3971 Fence River Rd, Republic, MI built?

3971 Fence River Rd, Republic, MI was built in 1953, making it 73 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 3971 Fence River Rd, Republic, MI?

3971 Fence River Rd, Republic, MI is assigned to Republicmichigamme School (elementary), rated A. All sit in Republic-Michigamme Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 3971 Fence River Rd, Republic, MI compare to other homes in Republic 49879?

Among the 1,231 homes in Republic 49879, it is worth more than 76% of them ($297,467 against a typical $193,206), its price per square foot is higher than 39% of them ($167 against a typical $202), it is bigger than 88% of them (1,780 ft² against a typical 1,056 ft²), its lot is bigger than 50% of them (2.97 ac against a typical 2.84 ac) and it is newer than 32% of them (1953 against a typical 1970). Measured against all of Marquette County, it is worth more than 57% 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 3971 Fence River Rd, Republic, MI?

The 2025 property tax bill for 3971 Fence River Rd, Republic, MI was $1,897. The county assessed it at $119,500.

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