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$211,646$179 / 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 Sep 24, 2026
Last sold for $85,000 on Jan 8, 2015

5489 COTTONWOOD DR

SWARTZ CREEK, MI 48473
1
Baths
1,180 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.
0.39 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1971
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$212K
$200K low$223K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$85,000 · Jan 8, 2015

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,491 (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.$93,700 (2026)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$89,000
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$187,400

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.30
35
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
7
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
54
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
55
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.
Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.6 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
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Ranch
CountyGENESEE
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.40
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air With Air Conditioning
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
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
Morrish Elementary SchoolC+
Elementary · Grades KG–2 · 2.6 mi
M
Swartz Creek Middle SchoolC-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 3.3 mi
H
Swartz Creek High SchoolC-
High · Grades 9–12 · 3.7 mi

District: Swartz Creek Community Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 48473These 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.54
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.97
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.19

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.96%
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.5.5%
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.22,013
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.374 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$75,947
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$99,145
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.50%

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How this home compares

5489 Cottonwood Dr 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 68% of homes in Swartz Creek 48473
  • Costs more per square foot than 77% of homes in Genesee County
  • Smaller than 80% of homes in Swartz Creek 48473

What homes are worth in Swartz Creek 48473

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

This home
$67K$497K

This home is worth more than 32% of homes in Swartz Creek 48473.

How it measures up in Swartz Creek 48473

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Swartz Creek 48473.

Estimated value$211,646
CheaperTypical $244,202Pricier

Pricier than 32% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$179
CheaperTypical $170Pricier

Pricier than 62% of homes nearby

Living area1,180 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,491 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 20% of homes nearby

Lot size0.39 ac
SmallerTypical 0.46 acBigger

Bigger than 43% of homes nearby

Year built1971
OlderTypical 1977Newer

Newer than 39% of homes nearby

How 5489 Cottonwood Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeSwartz Creek 48473Genesee County
Estimated valuepricier than$211,64632% of homes58% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$17962% of homes77% of homes
Living areabigger than1,180 ft²20% of homes37% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.39 ac43% of homes56% of homes
Year builtnewer than197139% of homes62% of homes

About 5489 Cottonwood Dr

How much is 5489 Cottonwood Dr, Swartz Creek, MI worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 5489 Cottonwood Dr, Swartz Creek, MI is $211,646 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $200,008 to $223,284. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 5489 Cottonwood Dr, Swartz Creek, MI last sell?

5489 Cottonwood Dr, Swartz Creek, MI last sold on Jan 8, 2015 for $85,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 5489 Cottonwood Dr, Swartz Creek, MI?

5489 Cottonwood Dr, Swartz Creek, MI has 1 bathrooms, 1,180 square feet of living space and a 0.40-acre lot.

When was 5489 Cottonwood Dr, Swartz Creek, MI built?

5489 Cottonwood Dr, Swartz Creek, MI was built in 1971, making it 55 years old. It is a ranch home.

What schools serve 5489 Cottonwood Dr, Swartz Creek, MI?

5489 Cottonwood Dr, Swartz Creek, MI is assigned to Morrish Elementary School (elementary), rated C+; Swartz Creek Middle School (middle), rated C-; Swartz Creek High School (high), rated C-. All sit in Swartz Creek Community Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 5489 Cottonwood Dr, Swartz Creek, MI compare to other homes in Swartz Creek 48473?

Among the 8,456 homes in Swartz Creek 48473, it is worth more than 32% of them ($211,646 against a typical $244,202), its price per square foot is higher than 62% of them ($179 against a typical $170), it is bigger than 20% of them (1,180 ft² against a typical 1,491 ft²), its lot is bigger than 43% of them (0.39 ac against a typical 0.46 ac) and it is newer than 39% of them (1971 against a typical 1977). Measured against all of Genesee County, it is worth more than 58% 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 5489 Cottonwood Dr, Swartz Creek, MI?

The 2025 property tax bill for 5489 Cottonwood Dr, Swartz Creek, MI was $2,491. The county assessed it at $93,700.

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