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$71,947$50 / 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 71How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Jun 23, 2026
Last sold for $48,500 on Mar 23, 2004

501 FITZHUGH ST

BAY CITY, MI 48708
4
Beds
2
Baths
1,429 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.
4,312 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1882
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

$72K
$51K low$93K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$48,500 · Mar 23, 2004
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.$71,947
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$57,558

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,551 (2026)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$38,500 (2026)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$35,850
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$77,000

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.34
40
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
1
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
56
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.
13
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
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Traditional/Old
CountyBAY
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.10
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
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Patio · 24 ft²Porch · 184 ft²

Transaction History(3)

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.

H
Bay City Central High SchoolB-
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.7 mi
E
Washington Elementary SchoolB
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 1.1 mi
M
Handy Middle SchoolC-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.8 mi

District: Bay City School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 48708These 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.126
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.96
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.13

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.89%
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.20%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.5%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.25,875
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.880 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$49,724
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$66,076
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.47°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.50%

Ownership

OccupancyWhether the owner appears to live here or somewhere else. It is inferred from the mailing address on record.Absentee owner
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

501 Fitzhugh St 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 92% of homes in Bay County
  • Costs less per square foot than 96% of homes in Bay County
  • Has a smaller lot than 97% of homes in Bay County
  • Older than 96% of homes in Bay County

What homes are worth in Bay City 48708

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

This home
$45K$405K

This home is worth more than 14% of homes in Bay City 48708.

How it measures up in Bay City 48708

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Bay City 48708.

Estimated value$71,947
CheaperTypical $113,938Pricier

Pricier than 14% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$50
CheaperTypical $89Pricier

Pricier than 9% of homes nearby

Living area1,429 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,308 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 61% of homes nearby

Lot size4,312 ft²
SmallerTypical 0.16 acBigger

Bigger than 5% of homes nearby

Year built1882
OlderTypical 1925Newer

Newer than 6% of homes nearby

How 501 Fitzhugh St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeColumbus AvenueBay City 48708Bay County
Estimated valuepricier than$71,94722% of homes14% of homes8% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$5018% of homes9% of homes4% of homes
Living areabigger than1,429 ft²56% of homes61% of homes54% of homes
Lot sizebigger than4,312 ft²12% of homes5% of homes3% of homes
Year builtnewer than188211% of homes6% of homes4% of homes

About 501 Fitzhugh St

How much is 501 Fitzhugh St, Bay City, MI worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 501 Fitzhugh St, Bay City, MI is $71,947 as of Jun 23, 2026. The likely range is $51,082 to $92,811. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 501 Fitzhugh St, Bay City, MI last sell?

501 Fitzhugh St, Bay City, MI last sold on Mar 23, 2004 for $48,500, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 501 Fitzhugh St, Bay City, MI?

501 Fitzhugh St, Bay City, MI has 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,429 square feet of living space and a 0.10-acre lot.

When was 501 Fitzhugh St, Bay City, MI built?

501 Fitzhugh St, Bay City, MI was built in 1882, making it 144 years old. It is a traditional/old home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 501 Fitzhugh St, Bay City, MI?

501 Fitzhugh St, Bay City, MI is assigned to Bay City Central High School (high), rated B-; Washington Elementary School (elementary), rated B; Handy Middle School (middle), rated C-. All sit in Bay City School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 501 Fitzhugh St, Bay City, MI compare to other homes in Bay City 48708?

Among the 10,066 homes in Bay City 48708, it is worth more than 14% of them ($71,947 against a typical $113,938), its price per square foot is higher than 9% of them ($50 against a typical $89), it is bigger than 61% of them (1,429 ft² against a typical 1,308 ft²), its lot is bigger than 5% of them (4,312 ft² against a typical 0.16 ac) and it is newer than 6% of them (1882 against a typical 1925). Measured against all of Bay County, it is worth more than 8% 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 501 Fitzhugh St, Bay City, MI?

The 2026 property tax bill for 501 Fitzhugh St, Bay City, MI was $1,551. The county assessed it at $38,500.

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