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$226,380$197 / 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 89How 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 $175,000 on Dec 1, 1997

5253 R DR S

ATHENS, MI 49011
1
Baths
1,152 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.
80 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1920
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$226K
$201K low$252K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$175,000 · Dec 1, 1997
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.$226,380
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$181,104

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$3,679 (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.$277,900 (2026)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$247,700
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$555,800

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.29
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.
66
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
60
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
13
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.Rural Residence
CountyCALHOUN
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.80.00
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

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.

M
Athens Juniorsenor High SchoolB
Middle · Grades 6–12 · 3.0 mi
E
East Leroy Elementary SchoolC+
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 3.3 mi

District: Athens Area Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 49011These 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.90
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.70
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.25

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.93%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.9.7%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.9.5%
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.2,352
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.70 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$63,656
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$78,721
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.49°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.37 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.Yes

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

5253 R Dr S 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 70% of homes in Athens 49011
  • Costs more per square foot than 88% of homes in Athens 49011
  • Smaller than 77% of homes in Athens 49011
  • Among the largest lots in Calhoun County
  • Older than 78% of homes in Calhoun County

What homes are worth in Athens 49011

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

This home
$51K$491K

This home is worth more than 70% of homes in Athens 49011.

How it measures up in Athens 49011

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Athens 49011.

Estimated value$226,380
CheaperTypical $174,671Pricier

Pricier than 70% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$197
CheaperTypical $122Pricier

Pricier than 88% of homes nearby

Living area1,152 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,468 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 23% of homes nearby

Lot size80 ac
SmallerTypical 1.21 acBigger

Bigger than 97% of homes nearby

Year built1920
OlderTypical 1961Newer

Newer than 30% of homes nearby

How 5253 R Dr S ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeAthens 49011Calhoun County
Estimated valuepricier than$226,38070% of homes67% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$19788% of homes85% of homes
Living areabigger than1,152 ft²23% of homes35% of homes
Lot sizebigger than80 ac97% of homesalmost all homes
Year builtnewer than192030% of homes22% of homes

About 5253 R Dr S

How much is 5253 R Dr S, Athens, MI worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 5253 R Dr S, Athens, MI is $226,380 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $201,253 to $251,507. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 5253 R Dr S, Athens, MI last sell?

5253 R Dr S, Athens, MI last sold on Dec 1, 1997 for $175,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 5253 R Dr S, Athens, MI?

5253 R Dr S, Athens, MI has 1 bathrooms, 1,152 square feet of living space and a 80.00-acre lot.

When was 5253 R Dr S, Athens, MI built?

5253 R Dr S, Athens, MI was built in 1920, making it 106 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 5253 R Dr S, Athens, MI?

5253 R Dr S, Athens, MI is assigned to Athens Juniorsenor High School (middle), rated B; East Leroy Elementary School (elementary), rated C+. All sit in Athens Area Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 5253 R Dr S, Athens, MI compare to other homes in Athens 49011?

Among the 944 homes in Athens 49011, it is worth more than 70% of them ($226,380 against a typical $174,671), its price per square foot is higher than 88% of them ($197 against a typical $122), it is bigger than 23% of them (1,152 ft² against a typical 1,468 ft²), its lot is bigger than 97% of them (80 ac against a typical 1.21 ac) and it is newer than 30% of them (1920 against a typical 1961). Measured against all of Calhoun County, it is worth more than 67% 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 5253 R Dr S, Athens, MI?

The 2025 property tax bill for 5253 R Dr S, Athens, MI was $3,679. The county assessed it at $277,900.

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