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$381,441$288 / 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 97How 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 $160,000 on Jul 12, 2004

5238 RIVER RD

PETOSKEY, MI 49770
2
Baths
1,326 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.
15.32 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$381K
$370K low$392K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$160,000 · Jul 12, 2004
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.$221,441
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$177,153
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.43%
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.$160,000
AMERIFIRST FINANCIAL · recorded Oct 6, 2020

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,166 (2024)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$179,000 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$36,400
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$142,600
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$166,000
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$358,000

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.26
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
15
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
41
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
61
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
12
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.

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
CountyEMMET
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.15.32
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

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

E
Sheridan SchoolB+
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 4.5 mi
M
Petoskey Middle SchoolA
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 4.7 mi
H
Petoskey High SchoolB+
High · Grades 9–12 · 4.8 mi

District: Petoskey Public Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 49770These 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.98
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.83
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.77%
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.8.5%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.7%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.17,536
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.137 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$80,369
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$106,078
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.44°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.49%

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

5238 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.

  • Costs more per square foot than 68% of homes in Petoskey 49770
  • Smaller than 71% of homes in Petoskey 49770
  • Has a bigger lot than 94% of homes in Petoskey 49770

What homes are worth in Petoskey 49770

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

This home
$129K$2.6M

This home is worth more than 46% of homes in Petoskey 49770.

How it measures up in Petoskey 49770

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Petoskey 49770.

Estimated value$381,441
CheaperTypical $403,143Pricier

Pricier than 46% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$288
CheaperTypical $246Pricier

Pricier than 68% of homes nearby

Living area1,326 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,557 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 29% of homes nearby

Lot size15.32 ac
SmallerTypical 0.73 acBigger

Bigger than 94% of homes nearby

How 5238 River Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homePetoskey 49770Emmet County
Estimated valuepricier than$381,44146% of homes48% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$28868% of homes51% of homes
Living areabigger than1,326 ft²29% of homes38% of homes
Lot sizebigger than15.32 ac94% of homes91% of homes

About 5238 River Rd

How much is 5238 River Rd, Petoskey, MI worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 5238 River Rd, Petoskey, MI is $381,441 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $370,471 to $392,411. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 5238 River Rd, Petoskey, MI last sell?

5238 River Rd, Petoskey, MI last sold on Jul 12, 2004 for $160,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 5238 River Rd, Petoskey, MI?

5238 River Rd, Petoskey, MI has 2 bathrooms, 1,326 square feet of living space and a 15.32-acre lot.

What schools serve 5238 River Rd, Petoskey, MI?

5238 River Rd, Petoskey, MI is assigned to Sheridan School (elementary), rated B+; Petoskey Middle School (middle), rated A; Petoskey High School (high), rated B+. All sit in Petoskey Public Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 5238 River Rd, Petoskey, MI compare to other homes in Petoskey 49770?

Among the 8,531 homes in Petoskey 49770, it is worth more than 46% of them ($381,441 against a typical $403,143), its price per square foot is higher than 68% of them ($288 against a typical $246), it is bigger than 29% of them (1,326 ft² against a typical 1,557 ft²) and its lot is bigger than 94% of them (15.32 ac against a typical 0.73 ac). Measured against all of Emmet County, it is worth more than 48% 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 5238 River Rd, Petoskey, MI?

The 2024 property tax bill for 5238 River Rd, Petoskey, MI was $2,166. The county assessed it at $179,000.

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