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$163,966$172 / 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 Aug 30, 2026
Last sold for $139,900 on Apr 24, 2020

5170 HELMSLEY DR

SWARTZ CREEK, MI 48473
1
Baths
954 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.
0.27 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1966
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

$164K
$142K low$186K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$139,900 · Apr 24, 2020

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,605 (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.$80,900 (2025)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$77,300
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$161,800

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.27
10
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
12
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
55
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
55
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
6
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.2 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
CountyGENESEE
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.27
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

Transaction History(9)

Sales and refinances filed with the county for this home. Not every transfer is a normal sale, so check the type before comparing prices.

Foreclosure Filings(1)

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

E
Syring Elementary School
Elementary · Grades PK–2 · 0.1 mi
H
Swartz Creek High SchoolC+
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.6 mi
M
Swartz Creek Middle SchoolC-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.7 mi

District: Swartz Creek Community Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 48473These 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.54
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 100.19

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.96%
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.5.5%
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.22,013
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.374 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$75,947
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$99,145
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.47°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.50%

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How this home compares

5170 Helmsley Dr 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 90% of homes in Swartz Creek 48473
  • Costs more per square foot than 74% of homes in Genesee County
  • Smaller than 97% of homes in Swartz Creek 48473
  • Has a smaller lot than 76% of homes in Swartz Creek 48473
  • Older than 69% of homes in Swartz Creek 48473

What homes are worth in Swartz Creek 48473

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

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$69K$498K

This home is worth more than 10% of homes in Swartz Creek 48473.

How it measures up in Swartz Creek 48473

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Swartz Creek 48473.

Estimated value$163,966
CheaperTypical $243,882Pricier

Pricier than 10% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$172
CheaperTypical $168Pricier

Pricier than 55% of homes nearby

Living area954 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,486 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 3% of homes nearby

Lot size0.27 ac
SmallerTypical 0.46 acBigger

Bigger than 24% of homes nearby

Year built1966
OlderTypical 1976Newer

Newer than 31% of homes nearby

How 5170 Helmsley Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeSwartz Creek 48473Genesee County
Estimated valuepricier than$163,96610% of homes46% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$17255% of homes74% of homes
Living areabigger than954 ft²3% of homes19% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.27 ac24% of homes43% of homes
Year builtnewer than196631% of homes56% of homes

About 5170 Helmsley Dr

How much is 5170 Helmsley Dr, Swartz Creek, MI worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 5170 Helmsley Dr, Swartz Creek, MI is $163,966 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $141,812 to $186,120. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 5170 Helmsley Dr, Swartz Creek, MI last sell?

5170 Helmsley Dr, Swartz Creek, MI last sold on Apr 24, 2020 for $139,900, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 6 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 5170 Helmsley Dr, Swartz Creek, MI?

5170 Helmsley Dr, Swartz Creek, MI has 1 bathrooms, 954 square feet of living space and a 0.27-acre lot.

When was 5170 Helmsley Dr, Swartz Creek, MI built?

5170 Helmsley Dr, Swartz Creek, MI was built in 1966, making it 60 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 5170 Helmsley Dr, Swartz Creek, MI?

5170 Helmsley Dr, Swartz Creek, MI is assigned to Syring Elementary School (elementary); Swartz Creek High School (high), rated C+; Swartz Creek Middle School (middle), rated C-. All sit in Swartz Creek Community Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 5170 Helmsley Dr, Swartz Creek, MI compare to other homes in Swartz Creek 48473?

Among the 8,413 homes in Swartz Creek 48473, it is worth more than 10% of them ($163,966 against a typical $243,882), its price per square foot is higher than 55% of them ($172 against a typical $168), it is bigger than 3% of them (954 ft² against a typical 1,486 ft²), its lot is bigger than 24% of them (0.27 ac against a typical 0.46 ac) and it is newer than 31% of them (1966 against a typical 1976). Measured against all of Genesee County, it is worth more than 46% 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 5170 Helmsley Dr, Swartz Creek, MI?

The 2025 property tax bill for 5170 Helmsley Dr, Swartz Creek, MI was $2,605. The county assessed it at $80,900.

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