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$406,412
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 92How 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

4871 RIVER RD

FRANKFORT, MI 49635
0
Baths
20.49 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.

Valuation

$406K
$374K low$439K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$5,760 (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.$434,600 (2026)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$457,800
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$869,200

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.25
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
9
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.
62
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
3
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.

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
CountyBENZIE
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.20.49
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.

M
Frankfort High SchoolB
Middle · Grades 6–12 · 4.5 mi
E
Frankfort Elementary SchoolA-
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 4.9 mi

District: Frankfort-Elberta Area Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 49635These 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.151
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.78
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.9

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.17%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.14%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.0%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.4,108
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.72 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$64,547
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$86,709
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.46°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.34 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

4871 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 72% of homes in Frankfort 49635
  • Has a bigger lot than 96% of homes in Frankfort 49635

What homes are worth in Frankfort 49635

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

This home
$166K$3.3M

This home is worth more than 28% of homes in Frankfort 49635.

How it measures up in Frankfort 49635

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Frankfort 49635.

Estimated value$406,412
CheaperTypical $645,600Pricier

Pricier than 28% of homes nearby

Lot size20.49 ac
SmallerTypical 0.67 acBigger

Bigger than 96% of homes nearby

How 4871 River Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeFrankfort 49635Benzie County
Estimated valuepricier than$406,41228% of homes56% of homes
Lot sizebigger than20.49 ac96% of homes94% of homes

About 4871 River Rd

How much is 4871 River Rd, Frankfort, MI worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 4871 River Rd, Frankfort, MI is $406,412 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $374,290 to $438,534. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 4871 River Rd, Frankfort, MI last sell?

4871 River Rd, Frankfort, MI last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

What schools serve 4871 River Rd, Frankfort, MI?

4871 River Rd, Frankfort, MI is assigned to Frankfort High School (middle), rated B; Frankfort Elementary School (elementary), rated A-. All sit in Frankfort-Elberta Area Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 4871 River Rd, Frankfort, MI compare to other homes in Frankfort 49635?

Among the 3,159 homes in Frankfort 49635, it is worth more than 28% of them ($406,412 against a typical $645,600) and its lot is bigger than 96% of them (20.49 ac against a typical 0.67 ac). Measured against all of Benzie County, it is worth more than 56% 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 4871 River Rd, Frankfort, MI?

The 2025 property tax bill for 4871 River Rd, Frankfort, MI was $5,760. The county assessed it at $434,600.

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