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$274,248$293 / 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 90How 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

4851 ELMER RD

BLACK RIVER, MI 48721
3
Beds
1
Baths
936 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.
80 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1920
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.

Valuation

$274K
$246K low$303K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,555 (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.$116,900 (2026)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$107,000
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$233,800

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
89
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
13
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.
64
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
10
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.41 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.51%
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
CountyALCONA
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.80.00
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
Alcona Elementary SchoolC-
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 8.1 mi
M
Alcona High SchoolB-
Middle · Grades 6–12 · 8.3 mi

District: Alcona Community Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 48721These 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.84
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.93
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.11

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.61%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.9.6%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.16%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.6%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.437
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.15 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$52,569
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$63,640
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.44°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.30 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

4851 Elmer 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.

  • Costs more per square foot than 85% of homes in Alcona County
  • Smaller than 75% of homes in Alcona County
  • Has a bigger lot than 98% of homes in Black River 48721
  • Older than 90% of homes in Alcona County

What homes are worth in Black River 48721

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

This home
$61K$785K

This home is worth more than 55% of homes in Black River 48721.

How it measures up in Black River 48721

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Black River 48721.

Estimated value$274,248
CheaperTypical $251,024Pricier

Pricier than 55% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$293
CheaperTypical $230Pricier

Pricier than 78% of homes nearby

Living area936 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,260 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 33% of homes nearby

Lot size80 ac
SmallerTypical 0.71 acBigger

Bigger than 98% of homes nearby

Year built1920
OlderTypical 1973Newer

Newer than 17% of homes nearby

How 4851 Elmer Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeBlack River 48721Alcona County
Estimated valuepricier than$274,24855% of homes64% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$29378% of homes85% of homes
Living areabigger than936 ft²33% of homes25% of homes
Lot sizebigger than80 ac98% of homes96% of homes
Year builtnewer than192017% of homes10% of homes

About 4851 Elmer Rd

How much is 4851 Elmer Rd, Black River, MI worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 4851 Elmer Rd, Black River, MI is $274,248 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $245,892 to $302,604. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 4851 Elmer Rd, Black River, MI last sell?

4851 Elmer Rd, Black River, MI last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 4851 Elmer Rd, Black River, MI?

4851 Elmer Rd, Black River, MI has 3 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 936 square feet of living space and a 80.00-acre lot.

When was 4851 Elmer Rd, Black River, MI built?

4851 Elmer Rd, Black River, MI was built in 1920, making it 106 years old.

What schools serve 4851 Elmer Rd, Black River, MI?

4851 Elmer Rd, Black River, MI is assigned to Alcona Elementary School (elementary), rated C-; Alcona High School (middle), rated B-. All sit in Alcona Community Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 4851 Elmer Rd, Black River, MI compare to other homes in Black River 48721?

Among the 485 homes in Black River 48721, it is worth more than 55% of them ($274,248 against a typical $251,024), its price per square foot is higher than 78% of them ($293 against a typical $230), it is bigger than 33% of them (936 ft² against a typical 1,260 ft²), its lot is bigger than 98% of them (80 ac against a typical 0.71 ac) and it is newer than 17% of them (1920 against a typical 1973). Measured against all of Alcona County, it is worth more than 64% 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 4851 Elmer Rd, Black River, MI?

The 2025 property tax bill for 4851 Elmer Rd, Black River, MI was $1,555. The county assessed it at $116,900.

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