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$88,687$120 / 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 Sep 24, 2026
Last sold for $75,000 on Oct 18, 2006

551 W RIDGE DR

SANFORD, MI 48657
1
Beds
1
Baths
740 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.
0.17 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1940
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
1
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$89K
$79K low$99K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$75,000 · Oct 18, 2006

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,241 (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.$51,200 (2026)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$42,800
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$102,400

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
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
27
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
55
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
63
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
4
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
CountyMIDLAND
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.17
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.

H
Meridian Early College High SchoolB-
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.1 mi
E
Meridian Elementary SchoolB-
Elementary · Grades PK–4 · 1.2 mi
M
Meridian Junior High SchoolC+
Middle · Grades 5–8 · 1.3 mi

District: Meridian Public Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 48657These 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.119
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.92
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.18

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.91%
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.15%
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.6,960
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.106 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$77,873
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$90,620
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.47°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.31 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

551 W Ridge 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 96% of homes in Midland County
  • Costs less per square foot than 88% of homes in Midland County
  • Smaller than 97% of homes in Midland County
  • Has a smaller lot than 94% of homes in Midland County
  • Older than 94% of homes in Sanford 48657

What homes are worth in Sanford 48657

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

This home
$11K$717K

This home is worth more than 13% of homes in Sanford 48657.

How it measures up in Sanford 48657

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Sanford 48657.

Estimated value$88,687
CheaperTypical $211,402Pricier

Pricier than 13% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$120
CheaperTypical $160Pricier

Pricier than 17% of homes nearby

Living area740 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,426 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 5% of homes nearby

Lot size0.17 ac
SmallerTypical 0.98 acBigger

Bigger than 7% of homes nearby

Year built1940
OlderTypical 1980Newer

Newer than 6% of homes nearby

How 551 W Ridge Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeSanford 48657Midland County
Estimated valuepricier than$88,68713% of homes4% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$12017% of homes12% of homes
Living areabigger than740 ft²5% of homes3% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.17 ac7% of homes6% of homes
Year builtnewer than19406% of homes12% of homes

About 551 W Ridge Dr

How much is 551 W Ridge Dr, Sanford, MI worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 551 W Ridge Dr, Sanford, MI is $88,687 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $78,632 to $98,742. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 551 W Ridge Dr, Sanford, MI last sell?

551 W Ridge Dr, Sanford, MI last sold on Oct 18, 2006 for $75,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 551 W Ridge Dr, Sanford, MI?

551 W Ridge Dr, Sanford, MI has 1 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 740 square feet of living space and a 0.17-acre lot.

When was 551 W Ridge Dr, Sanford, MI built?

551 W Ridge Dr, Sanford, MI was built in 1940, making it 86 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 551 W Ridge Dr, Sanford, MI?

551 W Ridge Dr, Sanford, MI is assigned to Meridian Early College High School (high), rated B-; Meridian Elementary School (elementary), rated B-; Meridian Junior High School (middle), rated C+. All sit in Meridian Public Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 551 W Ridge Dr, Sanford, MI compare to other homes in Sanford 48657?

Among the 3,823 homes in Sanford 48657, it is worth more than 13% of them ($88,687 against a typical $211,402), its price per square foot is higher than 17% of them ($120 against a typical $160), it is bigger than 5% of them (740 ft² against a typical 1,426 ft²), its lot is bigger than 7% of them (0.17 ac against a typical 0.98 ac) and it is newer than 6% of them (1940 against a typical 1980). Measured against all of Midland County, it is worth more than 4% 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 551 W Ridge Dr, Sanford, MI?

The 2025 property tax bill for 551 W Ridge Dr, Sanford, MI was $1,241. The county assessed it at $51,200.

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