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$211,105$162 / 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 88How 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 $60,000 on Apr 1, 1992

5198 W PLAINS RD

EATON RAPIDS, MI 48827
2
Beds
1
Baths
1,300 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.
1.1 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1987
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.

Valuation

$211K
$185K low$237K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$60,000 · Apr 1, 1992
Est. Owner EquityRoughly how much of the home's value the owner would keep after paying off known loans. It is our estimate minus the loans still owed.$69,105
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$55,284
Loan-to-ValueHow much is still owed on the home compared to what it is worth. 80% means loans equal 80% of our estimate, so it shifts when the estimate does.63%
1st MortgageA loan still believed to be open on this home, in the order lenders get repaid. The first position is paid back before the second.$100,000
MORTGAGE CENTER LLC · recorded Feb 4, 2009
2nd MortgageA loan still believed to be open on this home, in the order lenders get repaid. The first position is paid back before the second.$30,000
STATE EMPLOYEES CU
3rd MortgageA loan still believed to be open on this home, in the order lenders get repaid. The first position is paid back before the second.$12,000

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,568 (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.$122,800 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$11,100
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$111,700
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$101,700
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$245,600

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Ranch
CountyINGHAM
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.1.10
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (Unspecified)
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asphalt
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
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Deck · 15 ft²

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.

H
Eaton Rapids High SchoolA-
High · Grades 9–12 · 4.6 mi
M
Eaton Rapids Middle SchoolC+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 4.6 mi
E
Lockwood Elementary SchoolA-
Elementary · Grades 1–2 · 4.8 mi

District: Eaton Rapids Public Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 48827These 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.82
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.71
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.20

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.95%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.15%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.5.9%
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.15,527
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.139 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$80,934
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$95,343
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.48°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.34 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.51%

Ownership

OccupancyWhether the owner appears to live here or somewhere else. It is inferred from the mailing address on record.Owner occupied
Company ownedWhether the owner is a company or trust rather than a person.No

Data by ATTOM. Valuations are automated estimates, not appraisals. Photos from Google Street View and may not depict the current property state.

How this home compares

5198 W Plains 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.

  • Has a bigger lot than 84% of homes in Ingham County
  • Newer than 79% of homes in Ingham County

What homes are worth in Eaton Rapids 48827

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

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$90K$499K

This home is worth more than 44% of homes in Eaton Rapids 48827.

How it measures up in Eaton Rapids 48827

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Eaton Rapids 48827.

Estimated value$211,105
CheaperTypical $225,989Pricier

Pricier than 44% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$162
CheaperTypical $154Pricier

Pricier than 58% of homes nearby

Living area1,300 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,460 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 36% of homes nearby

Lot size1.1 ac
SmallerTypical 1.62 acBigger

Bigger than 41% of homes nearby

Year built1987
OlderTypical 1975Newer

Newer than 62% of homes nearby

How 5198 W Plains Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeEaton Rapids 48827Ingham County
Estimated valuepricier than$211,10544% of homes51% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$16258% of homes54% of homes
Living areabigger than1,300 ft²36% of homes46% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1.1 ac41% of homes84% of homes
Year builtnewer than198762% of homes79% of homes

About 5198 W Plains Rd

How much is 5198 W Plains Rd, Eaton Rapids, MI worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 5198 W Plains Rd, Eaton Rapids, MI is $211,105 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $185,204 to $237,006. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 5198 W Plains Rd, Eaton Rapids, MI last sell?

5198 W Plains Rd, Eaton Rapids, MI last sold on Apr 1, 1992 for $60,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 5198 W Plains Rd, Eaton Rapids, MI?

5198 W Plains Rd, Eaton Rapids, MI has 2 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,300 square feet of living space and a 1.10-acre lot.

When was 5198 W Plains Rd, Eaton Rapids, MI built?

5198 W Plains Rd, Eaton Rapids, MI was built in 1987, making it 39 years old. It is a ranch home.

What schools serve 5198 W Plains Rd, Eaton Rapids, MI?

5198 W Plains Rd, Eaton Rapids, MI is assigned to Eaton Rapids High School (high), rated A-; Eaton Rapids Middle School (middle), rated C+; Lockwood Elementary School (elementary), rated A-. All sit in Eaton Rapids Public Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 5198 W Plains Rd, Eaton Rapids, MI compare to other homes in Eaton Rapids 48827?

Among the 6,161 homes in Eaton Rapids 48827, it is worth more than 44% of them ($211,105 against a typical $225,989), its price per square foot is higher than 58% of them ($162 against a typical $154), it is bigger than 36% of them (1,300 ft² against a typical 1,460 ft²), its lot is bigger than 41% of them (1.1 ac against a typical 1.62 ac) and it is newer than 62% of them (1987 against a typical 1975). Measured against all of Ingham County, it is worth more than 51% 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 5198 W Plains Rd, Eaton Rapids, MI?

The 2025 property tax bill for 5198 W Plains Rd, Eaton Rapids, MI was $2,568. The county assessed it at $122,800.

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