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$260,752$157 / 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 95How 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 $138,000 on Feb 22, 2002

4501 SWORD HWY

CLAYTON, MI 49235
1.5
Baths
1,659 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.
10.01 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1948
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
3
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$261K
$247K low$275K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$138,000 · Feb 22, 2002

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,925 (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.$108,800 (2026)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$101,100
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$217,600

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.43
49
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
7
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
61
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
73
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
26
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.13 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.30%

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
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Conventional
CountyLENAWEE
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.10.01
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air With Air Conditioning
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.None
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.

M
Sand Creek High SchoolC-
Middle · Grades 6–12 · 2.7 mi
E
Ruth Mcgregor Elementary SchoolC+
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 2.9 mi

District: Sand Creek Community Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 49235These 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.110
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.83
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.32

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.87%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.11%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.8.2%
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.2,184
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.44 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$67,057
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$87,125
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.49°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.35 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

4501 Sword Hwy 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 65% of homes in Clayton 49235
  • Has a bigger lot than 91% of homes in Lenawee County
  • Older than 68% of homes in Lenawee County

What homes are worth in Clayton 49235

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

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$52K$567K

This home is worth more than 65% of homes in Clayton 49235.

How it measures up in Clayton 49235

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Clayton 49235.

Estimated value$260,752
CheaperTypical $210,766Pricier

Pricier than 65% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$157
CheaperTypical $138Pricier

Pricier than 63% of homes nearby

Living area1,659 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,588 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 56% of homes nearby

Lot size10.01 ac
SmallerTypical 3.5 acBigger

Bigger than 72% of homes nearby

Year built1948
OlderTypical 1965Newer

Newer than 41% of homes nearby

How 4501 Sword Hwy ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeClayton 49235Lenawee County
Estimated valuepricier than$260,75265% of homes57% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$15763% of homes42% of homes
Living areabigger than1,659 ft²56% of homes61% of homes
Lot sizebigger than10.01 ac72% of homes91% of homes
Year builtnewer than194841% of homes32% of homes

About 4501 Sword Hwy

How much is 4501 Sword Hwy, Clayton, MI worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 4501 Sword Hwy, Clayton, MI is $260,752 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $246,718 to $274,786. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 4501 Sword Hwy, Clayton, MI last sell?

4501 Sword Hwy, Clayton, MI last sold on Feb 22, 2002 for $138,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 4501 Sword Hwy, Clayton, MI?

4501 Sword Hwy, Clayton, MI has 1.5 bathrooms, 1,659 square feet of living space and a 10.01-acre lot.

When was 4501 Sword Hwy, Clayton, MI built?

4501 Sword Hwy, Clayton, MI was built in 1948, making it 78 years old. It is a conventional home. The building has 3 stories.

What schools serve 4501 Sword Hwy, Clayton, MI?

4501 Sword Hwy, Clayton, MI is assigned to Sand Creek High School (middle), rated C-; Ruth Mcgregor Elementary School (elementary), rated C+. All sit in Sand Creek Community Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 4501 Sword Hwy, Clayton, MI compare to other homes in Clayton 49235?

Among the 934 homes in Clayton 49235, it is worth more than 65% of them ($260,752 against a typical $210,766), its price per square foot is higher than 63% of them ($157 against a typical $138), it is bigger than 56% of them (1,659 ft² against a typical 1,588 ft²), its lot is bigger than 72% of them (10.01 ac against a typical 3.5 ac) and it is newer than 41% of them (1948 against a typical 1965). Measured against all of Lenawee 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 4501 Sword Hwy, Clayton, MI?

The 2025 property tax bill for 4501 Sword Hwy, Clayton, MI was $1,925. The county assessed it at $108,800.

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