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$733,551$230 / 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 96How 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 $480,000 on Dec 29, 2020

53885 RUDY RD

DOWAGIAC, MI 49047
3
Beds
2.5
Baths
3,190 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.
3.84 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1958
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.

Valuation

$734K
$703K low$764K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$480,000 · Dec 29, 2020

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,824 (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.$259,500 (2026)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$254,900
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$519,000

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.48
53
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
14
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
65
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
69
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
41
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.17 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.30%
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
CountyCASS
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.3.84
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.

E
Kincheloe Elementary SchoolB-
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 1.9 mi
H
Union High SchoolB-
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.3 mi
M
Dowagiac Middle SchoolB
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 3.1 mi

District: Dowagiac Union Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 49047These 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.82
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.20

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.12%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.21%
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.14,074
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.113 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$57,270
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$83,781
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.49°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.39 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.46%

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How this home compares

53885 Rudy 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.

  • Worth more than 96% of homes in Dowagiac 49047
  • Costs more per square foot than 80% of homes in Dowagiac 49047
  • Bigger than 98% of homes in Dowagiac 49047
  • Has a bigger lot than 84% of homes in Dowagiac 49047

What homes are worth in Dowagiac 49047

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

This home
$54K$916K

This home is worth more than 96% of homes in Dowagiac 49047.

How it measures up in Dowagiac 49047

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Dowagiac 49047.

Estimated value$733,551
CheaperTypical $182,631Pricier

Pricier than 96% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$230
CheaperTypical $139Pricier

Pricier than 80% of homes nearby

Living area3,190 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,340 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 98% of homes nearby

Lot size3.84 ac
SmallerTypical 0.35 acBigger

Bigger than 84% of homes nearby

Year built1958
OlderTypical 1948Newer

Newer than 59% of homes nearby

How 53885 Rudy Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeDowagiac 49047Cass County
Estimated valuepricier than$733,55196% of homes95% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$23080% of homes72% of homes
Living areabigger than3,190 ft²98% of homes97% of homes
Lot sizebigger than3.84 ac84% of homes79% of homes
Year builtnewer than195859% of homes43% of homes

About 53885 Rudy Rd

How much is 53885 Rudy Rd, Dowagiac, MI worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 53885 Rudy Rd, Dowagiac, MI is $733,551 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $703,072 to $764,030. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 53885 Rudy Rd, Dowagiac, MI last sell?

53885 Rudy Rd, Dowagiac, MI last sold on Dec 29, 2020 for $480,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 53885 Rudy Rd, Dowagiac, MI?

53885 Rudy Rd, Dowagiac, MI has 3 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, 3,190 square feet of living space and a 3.84-acre lot.

When was 53885 Rudy Rd, Dowagiac, MI built?

53885 Rudy Rd, Dowagiac, MI was built in 1958, making it 68 years old.

What schools serve 53885 Rudy Rd, Dowagiac, MI?

53885 Rudy Rd, Dowagiac, MI is assigned to Kincheloe Elementary School (elementary), rated B-; Union High School (high), rated B-; Dowagiac Middle School (middle), rated B. All sit in Dowagiac Union Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 53885 Rudy Rd, Dowagiac, MI compare to other homes in Dowagiac 49047?

Among the 7,386 homes in Dowagiac 49047, it is worth more than 96% of them ($733,551 against a typical $182,631), its price per square foot is higher than 80% of them ($230 against a typical $139), it is bigger than 98% of them (3,190 ft² against a typical 1,340 ft²), its lot is bigger than 84% of them (3.84 ac against a typical 0.35 ac) and it is newer than 59% of them (1958 against a typical 1948). Measured against all of Cass County, it is worth more than 95% 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 53885 Rudy Rd, Dowagiac, MI?

The 2025 property tax bill for 53885 Rudy Rd, Dowagiac, MI was $1,824. The county assessed it at $259,500.

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