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$340,917$168 / 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 93How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Jul 14, 2026
Last sold for $185,000 on Sep 21, 2015

5197 BELLE RIVER RD

CHINA, MI 48054
3
Beds
1.5
Baths
2,028 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.
1.25 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1972
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$341K
$318K low$364K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$185,000 · Sep 21, 2015

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,594 (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.$143,100 (2025)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$126,900
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$286,200

Climate Risk

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.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.0.2 percent flood zone

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. CLAIR
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.1.25
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air With Air Conditioning
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(4)

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.

E
Pine River Elementary SchoolA
Elementary · Grades KG–4 · 2.5 mi
H
Marine City High SchoolB+
High · Grades 9–12 · 3.5 mi
M
St Clair Middle SchoolB-
Middle · Grades 5–8 · 5.8 mi

District: East China School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 48054These 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.83
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.101
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.94%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.16%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.5.8%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.3%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.7,259
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.173 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$77,508
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$100,662
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.48°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

5197 Belle River 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.

  • Worth more than 81% of homes in St. Clair County
  • Costs more per square foot than 66% of homes in St. Clair County
  • Bigger than 79% of homes in St. Clair County
  • Has a bigger lot than 67% of homes in St. Clair County

What homes are worth in East China 48054

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

This home
$102K$706K

This home is worth more than 63% of homes in East China 48054.

How it measures up in East China 48054

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in East China 48054.

Estimated value$340,917
CheaperTypical $287,784Pricier

Pricier than 63% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$168
CheaperTypical $173Pricier

Pricier than 47% of homes nearby

Living area2,028 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,664 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 72% of homes nearby

Lot size1.25 ac
SmallerTypical 1 acBigger

Bigger than 55% of homes nearby

Year built1972
OlderTypical 1979Newer

Newer than 37% of homes nearby

How 5197 Belle River Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeEast China 48054St. Clair County
Estimated valuepricier than$340,91763% of homes81% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$16847% of homes66% of homes
Living areabigger than2,028 ft²72% of homes79% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1.25 ac55% of homes67% of homes
Year builtnewer than197237% of homes50% of homes

About 5197 Belle River Rd

How much is 5197 Belle River Rd, China, MI worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 5197 Belle River Rd, China, MI is $340,917 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $317,750 to $364,084. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 5197 Belle River Rd, China, MI last sell?

5197 Belle River Rd, China, MI last sold on Sep 21, 2015 for $185,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 3 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 5197 Belle River Rd, China, MI?

5197 Belle River Rd, China, MI has 3 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms, 2,028 square feet of living space and a 1.25-acre lot.

When was 5197 Belle River Rd, China, MI built?

5197 Belle River Rd, China, MI was built in 1972, making it 54 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 5197 Belle River Rd, China, MI?

5197 Belle River Rd, China, MI is assigned to Pine River Elementary School (elementary), rated A; Marine City High School (high), rated B+; St Clair Middle School (middle), rated B-. All sit in East China School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 5197 Belle River Rd, China, MI compare to other homes in East China 48054?

Among the 2,903 homes in East China 48054, it is worth more than 63% of them ($340,917 against a typical $287,784), its price per square foot is higher than 47% of them ($168 against a typical $173), it is bigger than 72% of them (2,028 ft² against a typical 1,664 ft²), its lot is bigger than 55% of them (1.25 ac against a typical 1 ac) and it is newer than 37% of them (1972 against a typical 1979). Measured against all of St. Clair County, it is worth more than 81% 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 5197 Belle River Rd, China, MI?

The 2025 property tax bill for 5197 Belle River Rd, China, MI was $1,594. The county assessed it at $143,100.

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