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$340,533$118 / 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 95How 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 $350,000 on Oct 2, 2023

525 ELM ST

BIG RAPIDS, MI 49307
4
Beds
3
Baths
2,875 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.
1.01 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1956
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
6
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$341K
$324K low$357K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$350,000 · Oct 2, 2023
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.$340,533
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$272,426

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$4,636 (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.$149,100 (2026)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$134,900
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$298,200

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.24
100
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.
14
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.197 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.51%
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.1 percent flood zone

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
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Bi-Level
CountyMECOSTA
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.1.01
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Hot Water
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
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.Porch · 279 ft²

Transaction History(3)

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
Riverview Elementary SchoolA+
Elementary · Grades KG–4 · 0.4 mi
M
Big Rapids Middle SchoolC+
Middle · Grades 5–8 · 0.5 mi
H
Big Rapids High SchoolB-
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.9 mi

District: Big Rapids Public Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 49307These 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.108
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.86
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.17

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.84%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.22%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.20%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.6%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.17,484
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.125 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$52,905
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$67,799
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.45°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.35 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.50%

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

525 Elm 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 more than 88% of homes in Big Rapids 49307
  • Bigger than 96% of homes in Big Rapids 49307

What homes are worth in Big Rapids 49307

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

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$47K$518K

This home is worth more than 88% of homes in Big Rapids 49307.

How it measures up in Big Rapids 49307

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Big Rapids 49307.

Estimated value$340,533
CheaperTypical $200,492Pricier

Pricier than 88% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$118
CheaperTypical $131Pricier

Pricier than 38% of homes nearby

Living area2,875 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,488 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 96% of homes nearby

Lot size1.01 ac
SmallerTypical 0.78 acBigger

Bigger than 57% of homes nearby

Year built1956
OlderTypical 1955Newer

Newer than 51% of homes nearby

How 525 Elm St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeBig Rapids 49307Mecosta County
Estimated valuepricier than$340,53388% of homes83% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$11838% of homes39% of homes
Living areabigger than2,875 ft²96% of homes96% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1.01 ac57% of homes55% of homes
Year builtnewer than195651% of homes52% of homes

About 525 Elm St

How much is 525 Elm St, Big Rapids, MI worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 525 Elm St, Big Rapids, MI is $340,533 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $324,245 to $356,821. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 525 Elm St, Big Rapids, MI last sell?

525 Elm St, Big Rapids, MI last sold on Oct 2, 2023 for $350,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 525 Elm St, Big Rapids, MI?

525 Elm St, Big Rapids, MI has 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 2,875 square feet of living space and a 1.01-acre lot.

When was 525 Elm St, Big Rapids, MI built?

525 Elm St, Big Rapids, MI was built in 1956, making it 70 years old. It is a bi-level home.

What schools serve 525 Elm St, Big Rapids, MI?

525 Elm St, Big Rapids, MI is assigned to Riverview Elementary School (elementary), rated A+; Big Rapids Middle School (middle), rated C+; Big Rapids High School (high), rated B-. All sit in Big Rapids Public Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 525 Elm St, Big Rapids, MI compare to other homes in Big Rapids 49307?

Among the 5,463 homes in Big Rapids 49307, it is worth more than 88% of them ($340,533 against a typical $200,492), its price per square foot is higher than 38% of them ($118 against a typical $131), it is bigger than 96% of them (2,875 ft² against a typical 1,488 ft²), its lot is bigger than 57% of them (1.01 ac against a typical 0.78 ac) and it is newer than 51% of them (1956 against a typical 1955). Measured against all of Mecosta County, it is worth more than 83% 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 525 Elm St, Big Rapids, MI?

The 2025 property tax bill for 525 Elm St, Big Rapids, MI was $4,636. The county assessed it at $149,100.

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