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$144,405$115 / 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 90How 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 $73,500 on Aug 29, 2001

521 S 15TH ST

ESCANABA, MI 49829
4
Beds
1
Baths
1,253 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.
0.16 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1900
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
3
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$144K
$130K low$159K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$73,500 · Aug 29, 2001

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,197 (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.$77,900 (2026)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$70,800
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$155,800

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.2
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
3
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
8
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.
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
CountyDELTA
Effective Year BuiltAn adjusted build year that accounts for condition and major remodels. A big renovation can make a home count as newer than it is.1979
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.16
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(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
Lemmer Elementary School
Elementary · Grades 1–2 · 0.4 mi
M
Escanaba Juniorsenior High SchoolA-
Middle · Grades 6–12 · 0.7 mi

District: Escanaba Area Public Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 49829These 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.103
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.76
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.11

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.91%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.14%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.18%
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.16,118
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.220 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$49,848
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$66,374
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.42°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.29 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.45%

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How this home compares

521 S 15th St 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 83% of homes in Delta County
  • Costs less per square foot than 68% of homes in Delta County
  • Has a smaller lot than 83% of homes in Delta County
  • Older than 78% of homes in Delta County

What homes are worth in Escanaba 49829

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

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$90K$494K

This home is worth more than 22% of homes in Escanaba 49829.

How it measures up in Escanaba 49829

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Escanaba 49829.

Estimated value$144,405
CheaperTypical $198,850Pricier

Pricier than 22% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$115
CheaperTypical $129Pricier

Pricier than 35% of homes nearby

Living area1,253 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,379 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 39% of homes nearby

Lot size0.16 ac
SmallerTypical 0.24 acBigger

Bigger than 41% of homes nearby

Year built1900
OlderTypical 1929Newer

Newer than 24% of homes nearby

How 521 S 15th St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeEscanaba 49829Delta County
Estimated valuepricier than$144,40522% of homes17% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$11535% of homes32% of homes
Living areabigger than1,253 ft²39% of homes39% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.16 ac41% of homes17% of homes
Year builtnewer than190024% of homes22% of homes

About 521 S 15th St

How much is 521 S 15th St, Escanaba, MI worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 521 S 15th St, Escanaba, MI is $144,405 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $129,612 to $159,198. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 521 S 15th St, Escanaba, MI last sell?

521 S 15th St, Escanaba, MI last sold on Aug 29, 2001 for $73,500, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 521 S 15th St, Escanaba, MI?

521 S 15th St, Escanaba, MI has 4 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,253 square feet of living space and a 0.16-acre lot.

When was 521 S 15th St, Escanaba, MI built?

521 S 15th St, Escanaba, MI was built in 1900, making it 126 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 521 S 15th St, Escanaba, MI?

521 S 15th St, Escanaba, MI is assigned to Lemmer Elementary School (elementary); Escanaba Juniorsenior High School (middle), rated A-. All sit in Escanaba Area Public Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 521 S 15th St, Escanaba, MI compare to other homes in Escanaba 49829?

Among the 6,838 homes in Escanaba 49829, it is worth more than 22% of them ($144,405 against a typical $198,850), its price per square foot is higher than 35% of them ($115 against a typical $129), it is bigger than 39% of them (1,253 ft² against a typical 1,379 ft²), its lot is bigger than 41% of them (0.16 ac against a typical 0.24 ac) and it is newer than 24% of them (1900 against a typical 1929). Measured against all of Delta County, it is worth more than 17% 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 521 S 15th St, Escanaba, MI?

The 2025 property tax bill for 521 S 15th St, Escanaba, MI was $2,197. The county assessed it at $77,900.

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