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$76,002
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 75How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Sep 24, 2026

523 MECHANIC ST

ALMA, MI 48801
0
Baths
0.22 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.

Valuation

$76K
$57K low$95K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,907 (2023)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$71,600 (2026)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$63,900
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$143,200

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.27
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
6
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
58
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
72
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.
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
CountyGRATIOT
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.22
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
Hillcrest Elementary SchoolC-
Elementary · Grades 1–3 · 0.8 mi
H
Alma Senior High SchoolC-
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.3 mi
M
Donald L Pavlik Middle SchoolC+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.6 mi

District: Alma Public Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 48801These 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.129
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 100.14

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.17%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.14%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.5%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.12,798
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.184 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$59,766
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$73,012
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.51%

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How this home compares

523 Mechanic 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 88% of homes in Gratiot County
  • Has a smaller lot than 85% of homes in Gratiot County

What homes are worth in Alma 48801

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

This home
$38K$420K

This home is worth more than 14% of homes in Alma 48801.

How it measures up in Alma 48801

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Alma 48801.

Estimated value$76,002
CheaperTypical $134,394Pricier

Pricier than 14% of homes nearby

Lot size0.22 ac
SmallerTypical 0.32 acBigger

Bigger than 27% of homes nearby

How 523 Mechanic St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeAlma 48801Gratiot County
Estimated valuepricier than$76,00214% of homes12% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.22 ac27% of homes15% of homes

About 523 Mechanic St

How much is 523 Mechanic St, Alma, MI worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 523 Mechanic St, Alma, MI is $76,002 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $56,861 to $95,143. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 523 Mechanic St, Alma, MI last sell?

523 Mechanic St, Alma, MI last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

What schools serve 523 Mechanic St, Alma, MI?

523 Mechanic St, Alma, MI is assigned to Hillcrest Elementary School (elementary), rated C-; Alma Senior High School (high), rated C-; Donald L Pavlik Middle School (middle), rated C+. All sit in Alma Public Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 523 Mechanic St, Alma, MI compare to other homes in Alma 48801?

Among the 4,165 homes in Alma 48801, it is worth more than 14% of them ($76,002 against a typical $134,394) and its lot is bigger than 27% of them (0.22 ac against a typical 0.32 ac). Measured against all of Gratiot County, it is worth more than 12% 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 523 Mechanic St, Alma, MI?

The 2023 property tax bill for 523 Mechanic St, Alma, MI was $1,907. The county assessed it at $71,600.

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