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$531,311$471 / 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 82How 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 $80,000 on May 21, 1998

5597 COTTAGE DR

BELLAIRE, MI 49615
1
Baths
1,128 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.
0.82 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1949
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.

Valuation

$531K
$438K low$625K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$80,000 · May 21, 1998

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$3,247 (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.$406,600 (2026)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$384,600
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$813,200

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.29
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
24
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
46
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
65
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
12
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
CountyANTRIM
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.82
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(2)

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
John R Rodger Elementary SchoolB
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 2.1 mi
M
Bellaire Middlehigh SchoolB
Middle · Grades 6–12 · 2.3 mi

District: Bellaire Public Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 49615These 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.143
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.80
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.14

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.53%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.25%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.8.2%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.7%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.4,210
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.56 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$72,475
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$91,493
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.44°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.49%

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How this home compares

5597 Cottage 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 more than 75% of homes in Bellaire 49615
  • Costs more per square foot than 73% of homes in Bellaire 49615
  • Smaller than 74% of homes in Bellaire 49615
  • Older than 89% of homes in Antrim County

What homes are worth in Bellaire 49615

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

This home
$63K$2.1M

This home is worth more than 75% of homes in Bellaire 49615.

How it measures up in Bellaire 49615

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Bellaire 49615.

Estimated value$531,311
CheaperTypical $326,671Pricier

Pricier than 75% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$471
CheaperTypical $312Pricier

Pricier than 73% of homes nearby

Living area1,128 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,521 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 26% of homes nearby

Lot size0.82 ac
SmallerTypical 0.71 acBigger

Bigger than 54% of homes nearby

Year built1949
OlderTypical 1978Newer

Newer than 13% of homes nearby

How 5597 Cottage Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeBellaire 49615Antrim County
Estimated valuepricier than$531,31175% of homes70% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$47173% of homes70% of homes
Living areabigger than1,128 ft²26% of homes28% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.82 ac54% of homes47% of homes
Year builtnewer than194913% of homes11% of homes

About 5597 Cottage Dr

How much is 5597 Cottage Dr, Bellaire, MI worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 5597 Cottage Dr, Bellaire, MI is $531,311 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $437,835 to $624,787. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 5597 Cottage Dr, Bellaire, MI last sell?

5597 Cottage Dr, Bellaire, MI last sold on May 21, 1998 for $80,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 5597 Cottage Dr, Bellaire, MI?

5597 Cottage Dr, Bellaire, MI has 1 bathrooms, 1,128 square feet of living space and a 0.82-acre lot.

When was 5597 Cottage Dr, Bellaire, MI built?

5597 Cottage Dr, Bellaire, MI was built in 1949, making it 77 years old.

What schools serve 5597 Cottage Dr, Bellaire, MI?

5597 Cottage Dr, Bellaire, MI is assigned to John R Rodger Elementary School (elementary), rated B; Bellaire Middlehigh School (middle), rated B. All sit in Bellaire Public Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 5597 Cottage Dr, Bellaire, MI compare to other homes in Bellaire 49615?

Among the 3,948 homes in Bellaire 49615, it is worth more than 75% of them ($531,311 against a typical $326,671), its price per square foot is higher than 73% of them ($471 against a typical $312), it is bigger than 26% of them (1,128 ft² against a typical 1,521 ft²), its lot is bigger than 54% of them (0.82 ac against a typical 0.71 ac) and it is newer than 13% of them (1949 against a typical 1978). Measured against all of Antrim County, it is worth more than 70% 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 5597 Cottage Dr, Bellaire, MI?

The 2025 property tax bill for 5597 Cottage Dr, Bellaire, MI was $3,247. The county assessed it at $406,600.

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