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$186,243$88 / 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 Oct 21, 2026
Last sold for $44,900 on Nov 26, 2014

50985 SHORTS RD

LEONIDAS, MI 49066
4
Beds
1
Baths
2,128 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.
2.57 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.
3
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$186K
$132K low$240K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$44,900 · Nov 26, 2014

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$900 (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.$103,100 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$11,200
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$91,900
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$71,400
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$206,200

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.36
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
8
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
67
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
63
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
41
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
CountyST. JOSEPH
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.2.57
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

Transaction History(2)

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
Colon High SchoolD
Middle · Grades 9–12 · 6.8 mi
E
Colon Elementary SchoolD-
Elementary · Grades KG–8 · 7.0 mi

District: Colon Community School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 49066These 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.95
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 100.24

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.88%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.7.2%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.11%
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.809
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.36 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$60,618
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$70,215
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.49°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.37 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.46%

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How this home compares

50985 Shorts 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 less per square foot than 86% of homes in St. Joseph County
  • Bigger than 86% of homes in St. Joseph County
  • Has a bigger lot than 83% of homes in St. Joseph County
  • Older than 82% of homes in St. Joseph County

What homes are worth in Leonidas 49066

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

This home
$36K$467K

This home is worth more than 46% of homes in Leonidas 49066.

How it measures up in Leonidas 49066

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Leonidas 49066.

Estimated value$186,243
CheaperTypical $202,177Pricier

Pricier than 46% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$88
CheaperTypical $128Pricier

Pricier than 16% of homes nearby

Living area2,128 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,520 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 84% of homes nearby

Lot size2.57 ac
SmallerTypical 1.69 acBigger

Bigger than 63% of homes nearby

Year built1920
OlderTypical 1950Newer

Newer than 38% of homes nearby

How 50985 Shorts Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeLeonidas 49066St. Joseph County
Estimated valuepricier than$186,24346% of homes44% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$8816% of homes14% of homes
Living areabigger than2,128 ft²84% of homes86% of homes
Lot sizebigger than2.57 ac63% of homes83% of homes
Year builtnewer than192038% of homes18% of homes

About 50985 Shorts Rd

How much is 50985 Shorts Rd, Leonidas, MI worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 50985 Shorts Rd, Leonidas, MI is $186,243 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $132,383 to $240,103. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 50985 Shorts Rd, Leonidas, MI last sell?

50985 Shorts Rd, Leonidas, MI last sold on Nov 26, 2014 for $44,900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 50985 Shorts Rd, Leonidas, MI?

50985 Shorts Rd, Leonidas, MI has 4 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 2,128 square feet of living space and a 2.57-acre lot.

When was 50985 Shorts Rd, Leonidas, MI built?

50985 Shorts Rd, Leonidas, MI was built in 1920, making it 106 years old.

What schools serve 50985 Shorts Rd, Leonidas, MI?

50985 Shorts Rd, Leonidas, MI is assigned to Colon High School (middle), rated D; Colon Elementary School (elementary), rated D-. All sit in Colon Community School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 50985 Shorts Rd, Leonidas, MI compare to other homes in Leonidas 49066?

Among the 248 homes in Leonidas 49066, it is worth more than 46% of them ($186,243 against a typical $202,177), its price per square foot is higher than 16% of them ($88 against a typical $128), it is bigger than 84% of them (2,128 ft² against a typical 1,520 ft²), its lot is bigger than 63% of them (2.57 ac against a typical 1.69 ac) and it is newer than 38% of them (1920 against a typical 1950). Measured against all of St. Joseph County, it is worth more than 44% 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 50985 Shorts Rd, Leonidas, MI?

The 2025 property tax bill for 50985 Shorts Rd, Leonidas, MI was $900. The county assessed it at $103,100.

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