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$35,931
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 62How 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 $16,200 on Mar 14, 2022

5144 RAILROAD

PALMS, MI 48465
0
Baths
0.64 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.

Valuation

$36K
$22K low$50K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$16,200 · Mar 14, 2022

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$164 (2024)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$9,000 (2025)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$9,000
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$18,000

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.30
10
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
10
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
50
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
66
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
16
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.7 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
CountySanilac
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.64

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

M
Deckerville Community High SchoolC
Middle · Grades 7–12 · 6.1 mi
E
Deckerville Elementary SchoolB+
Elementary · Grades PK–6 · 6.2 mi

District: Deckerville Community School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 48465These 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.165
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.105
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.18

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.64%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.10%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.13%
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.595
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.14 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$62,235
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$77,124
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.46°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.32 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.53%

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How this home compares

5144 Railroad 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 98% of homes in Palms 48465
  • Has a smaller lot than 88% of homes in Palms 48465

What homes are worth in Palms 48465

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

This home
$37K$882K

This home is worth more than 2% of homes in Palms 48465.

How it measures up in Palms 48465

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Palms 48465.

Estimated value$35,931
CheaperTypical $219,939Pricier

Pricier than 2% of homes nearby

Lot size0.64 ac
SmallerTypical 2.86 acBigger

Bigger than 12% of homes nearby

How 5144 Railroad ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homePalms 48465Sanilac County
Estimated valuepricier than$35,9312% of homes2% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.64 ac12% of homes40% of homes

About 5144 Railroad

How much is 5144 Railroad, Palms, MI worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 5144 Railroad, Palms, MI is $35,931 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $22,298 to $49,564. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 5144 Railroad, Palms, MI last sell?

5144 Railroad, Palms, MI last sold on Mar 14, 2022 for $16,200, according to the county's recorded deed.

What schools serve 5144 Railroad, Palms, MI?

5144 Railroad, Palms, MI is assigned to Deckerville Community High School (middle), rated C; Deckerville Elementary School (elementary), rated B+. All sit in Deckerville Community School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 5144 Railroad, Palms, MI compare to other homes in Palms 48465?

Among the 380 homes in Palms 48465, it is worth more than 2% of them ($35,931 against a typical $219,939) and its lot is bigger than 12% of them (0.64 ac against a typical 2.86 ac). Measured against all of Sanilac County, it is worth more than 2% 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 5144 Railroad, Palms, MI?

The 2024 property tax bill for 5144 Railroad, Palms, MI was $164. The county assessed it at $9,000.

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