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$72,447$96 / 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 86How 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 $49,900 on May 8, 2008

501 JAMES ST

BAY CITY, MI 48706
1
Beds
1
Baths
754 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.
0.11 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1941
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$72K
$62K low$82K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$49,900 · May 8, 2008

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$884 (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.$37,800 (2026)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$36,500
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$75,600

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.28
10
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.
62
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.6 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.6%
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
CountyBAY
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.12
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air With Air Conditioning
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Yes
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 · 600 ft²Porch · 8 ft²

Transaction History(1)

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.

M
Handy Middle SchoolD+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.3 mi
E
Kolb Elementary SchoolC
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 2.0 mi
H
Bay City Central High SchoolC+
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.1 mi

District: Bay City School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 48706These 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.93
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.97
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.14

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.93%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.14%
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.1.5%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.39,140
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.528 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$65,363
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$77,404
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%

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How this home compares

501 James 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 95% of homes in Bay City 48706
  • Costs less per square foot than 79% of homes in Bay City 48706
  • Smaller than 98% of homes in Bay City 48706
  • Has a smaller lot than 96% of homes in Banks
  • Older than 71% of homes in Bay City 48706

What homes are worth in Bay City 48706

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

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$61K$505K

This home is worth more than 5% of homes in Bay City 48706.

How it measures up in Bay City 48706

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Bay City 48706.

Estimated value$72,447
CheaperTypical $189,060Pricier

Pricier than 5% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$96
CheaperTypical $137Pricier

Pricier than 21% of homes nearby

Living area754 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,390 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 2% of homes nearby

Lot size0.11 ac
SmallerTypical 0.3 acBigger

Bigger than 4% of homes nearby

Year built1941
OlderTypical 1958Newer

Newer than 29% of homes nearby

How 501 James St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeBanksBay City 48706Bay County
Estimated valuepricier than$72,44715% of homes5% of homes7% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$9650% of homes21% of homes25% of homes
Living areabigger than754 ft²7% of homes2% of homes3% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.11 ac4% of homes4% of homes5% of homes
Year builtnewer than194144% of homes29% of homes34% of homes

About 501 James St

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

The TopHap Estimate for 501 James St, Bay City, MI is $72,447 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $62,414 to $82,480. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

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

501 James St, Bay City, MI last sold on May 8, 2008 for $49,900, according to the county's recorded deed.

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

501 James St, Bay City, MI has 1 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 754 square feet of living space and a 0.12-acre lot.

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

501 James St, Bay City, MI was built in 1941, making it 85 years old.

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

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

How does 501 James St, Bay City, MI compare to other homes in Bay City 48706?

Among the 15,668 homes in Bay City 48706, it is worth more than 5% of them ($72,447 against a typical $189,060), its price per square foot is higher than 21% of them ($96 against a typical $137), it is bigger than 2% of them (754 ft² against a typical 1,390 ft²), its lot is bigger than 4% of them (0.11 ac against a typical 0.3 ac) and it is newer than 29% of them (1941 against a typical 1958). Measured against all of Bay County, it is worth more than 7% 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 James St, Bay City, MI?

The 2026 property tax bill for 501 James St, Bay City, MI was $884. The county assessed it at $37,800.

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