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$261,085$143 / 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 Aug 30, 2026
Last sold for $134,800 on Sep 25, 2000

55974 DRIFTWOOD DR

COLON, MI 49040
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,826 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.
2.45 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1960
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

$261K
$231K low$291K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$134,800 · Sep 25, 2000

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,957 (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.$165,900 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$10,500
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$155,400
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$113,100
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$331,800

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.44
35
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.
66
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
67
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.
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.1 percent flood zone

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
CountyST. JOSEPH
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.2.45
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
Colon High SchoolC+
Middle · Grades 9–12 · 2.0 mi
E
Colon Elementary SchoolC+
Elementary · Grades KG–8 · 2.1 mi

District: Colon Community School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 49040These 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.128
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.76
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.30

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.72%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.8.5%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.12%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.4%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.3,210
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.86 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$57,962
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$72,088
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.46%

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How this home compares

55974 Driftwood 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 77% of homes in Colon 49040
  • Bigger than 82% of homes in Colon 49040
  • Has a bigger lot than 88% of homes in Colon 49040
  • Older than 68% of homes in Colon 49040

What homes are worth in Colon 49040

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

This home
$40K$487K

This home is worth more than 77% of homes in Colon 49040.

How it measures up in Colon 49040

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Colon 49040.

Estimated value$261,085
CheaperTypical $166,838Pricier

Pricier than 77% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$143
CheaperTypical $152Pricier

Pricier than 46% of homes nearby

Living area1,826 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,292 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 82% of homes nearby

Lot size2.45 ac
SmallerTypical 0.4 acBigger

Bigger than 88% of homes nearby

Year built1960
OlderTypical 1979Newer

Newer than 32% of homes nearby

How 55974 Driftwood Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeColon 49040St. Joseph County
Estimated valuepricier than$261,08577% of homes68% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$14346% of homes48% of homes
Living areabigger than1,826 ft²82% of homes75% of homes
Lot sizebigger than2.45 ac88% of homes82% of homes
Year builtnewer than196032% of homes44% of homes

About 55974 Driftwood Dr

How much is 55974 Driftwood Dr, Colon, MI worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 55974 Driftwood Dr, Colon, MI is $261,085 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $231,392 to $290,778. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 55974 Driftwood Dr, Colon, MI last sell?

55974 Driftwood Dr, Colon, MI last sold on Sep 25, 2000 for $134,800, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 55974 Driftwood Dr, Colon, MI?

55974 Driftwood Dr, Colon, MI has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,826 square feet of living space and a 2.45-acre lot.

When was 55974 Driftwood Dr, Colon, MI built?

55974 Driftwood Dr, Colon, MI was built in 1960, making it 66 years old.

What schools serve 55974 Driftwood Dr, Colon, MI?

55974 Driftwood Dr, Colon, MI is assigned to Colon High School (middle), rated C+; Colon Elementary School (elementary), rated C+. All sit in Colon Community School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 55974 Driftwood Dr, Colon, MI compare to other homes in Colon 49040?

Among the 1,905 homes in Colon 49040, it is worth more than 77% of them ($261,085 against a typical $166,838), its price per square foot is higher than 46% of them ($143 against a typical $152), it is bigger than 82% of them (1,826 ft² against a typical 1,292 ft²), its lot is bigger than 88% of them (2.45 ac against a typical 0.4 ac) and it is newer than 32% of them (1960 against a typical 1979). Measured against all of St. Joseph County, it is worth more than 68% 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 55974 Driftwood Dr, Colon, MI?

The 2025 property tax bill for 55974 Driftwood Dr, Colon, MI was $1,957. The county assessed it at $165,900.

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