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$376,655$224 / 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 Aug 30, 2026

5197 COTTAGE CT

FENTON, MI 48430
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,682 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.
0.35 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1997
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

$377K
$350K low$404K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,850 (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.$171,600 (2025)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$165,800
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$343,200

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.32
39
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
9
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.
58
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
2
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.8 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.Condominium
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Ranch
CountyGENESEE
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.35
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air With Air Conditioning
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Yes
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(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.

E
Hyatt Elementary SchoolA
Elementary · Grades PK–3 · 1.9 mi
M
Linden Middle SchoolB-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 2.5 mi
H
Linden High School
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.7 mi

District: Linden Community Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 48430These 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.72
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.92
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.94%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.26%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.6.4%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.4%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.41,200
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.466 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$99,161
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$123,448
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.52%

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How this home compares

5197 Cottage Ct 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 91% of homes in Genesee County
  • Costs more per square foot than 93% of homes in Genesee County
  • Bigger than 71% of homes in Genesee County
  • Newer than 85% of homes in Genesee County

What homes are worth in Fenton 48430

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

This home
$151K$968K

This home is worth more than 57% of homes in Fenton 48430.

How it measures up in Fenton 48430

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Fenton 48430.

Estimated value$376,655
CheaperTypical $351,265Pricier

Pricier than 57% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$224
CheaperTypical $213Pricier

Pricier than 59% of homes nearby

Living area1,682 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,695 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 49% of homes nearby

Lot size0.35 ac
SmallerTypical 0.55 acBigger

Bigger than 37% of homes nearby

Year built1997
OlderTypical 1981Newer

Newer than 75% of homes nearby

How 5197 Cottage Ct ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeFenton 48430Genesee County
Estimated valuepricier than$376,65557% of homes91% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$22459% of homes93% of homes
Living areabigger than1,682 ft²49% of homes71% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.35 ac37% of homes52% of homes
Year builtnewer than199775% of homes85% of homes

About 5197 Cottage Ct

How much is 5197 Cottage Ct, Fenton, MI worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 5197 Cottage Ct, Fenton, MI is $376,655 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $349,728 to $403,582. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 5197 Cottage Ct, Fenton, MI last sell?

5197 Cottage Ct, Fenton, MI last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 5197 Cottage Ct, Fenton, MI?

5197 Cottage Ct, Fenton, MI has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,682 square feet of living space and a 0.35-acre lot.

When was 5197 Cottage Ct, Fenton, MI built?

5197 Cottage Ct, Fenton, MI was built in 1997, making it 29 years old. It is a ranch home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 5197 Cottage Ct, Fenton, MI?

5197 Cottage Ct, Fenton, MI is assigned to Hyatt Elementary School (elementary), rated A; Linden Middle School (middle), rated B-; Linden High School (high). All sit in Linden Community Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 5197 Cottage Ct, Fenton, MI compare to other homes in Fenton 48430?

Among the 14,155 homes in Fenton 48430, it is worth more than 57% of them ($376,655 against a typical $351,265), its price per square foot is higher than 59% of them ($224 against a typical $213), it is bigger than 49% of them (1,682 ft² against a typical 1,695 ft²), its lot is bigger than 37% of them (0.35 ac against a typical 0.55 ac) and it is newer than 75% of them (1997 against a typical 1981). Measured against all of Genesee County, it is worth more than 91% 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 Cottage Ct, Fenton, MI?

The 2025 property tax bill for 5197 Cottage Ct, Fenton, MI was $1,850. The county assessed it at $171,600.

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