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$287,612$130 / 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 79How 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

5603 HESS RD

VASSAR, MI 48768
3
Beds
2
Baths
2,208 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.
22.25 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1979
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.

Valuation

$288K
$227K low$348K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,246 (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.$171,800 (2026)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$150,000
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$343,600

Climate Risk

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.6%
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
CountyTUSCOLA
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.22.25
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
Vassar Senior High SchoolD+
Middle · Grades 6–12 · 2.7 mi
E
Central SchoolC-
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 3.0 mi

District: Vassar Public Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 48768These 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.94
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.101
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.13

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.94%
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.12%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.8%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.10,308
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.96 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$62,882
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$77,194
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.48°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

5603 Hess 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 89% of homes in Tuscola County
  • Bigger than 91% of homes in Vassar 48768
  • Has a bigger lot than 96% of homes in Tuscola County
  • Newer than 67% of homes in Vassar 48768

What homes are worth in Vassar 48768

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

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$27K$427K

This home is worth more than 87% of homes in Vassar 48768.

How it measures up in Vassar 48768

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Vassar 48768.

Estimated value$287,612
CheaperTypical $173,435Pricier

Pricier than 87% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$130
CheaperTypical $127Pricier

Pricier than 53% of homes nearby

Living area2,208 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,388 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 91% of homes nearby

Lot size22.25 ac
SmallerTypical 1.31 acBigger

Bigger than 95% of homes nearby

Year built1979
OlderTypical 1972Newer

Newer than 67% of homes nearby

How 5603 Hess Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeVassar 48768Tuscola County
Estimated valuepricier than$287,61287% of homes89% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$13053% of homes56% of homes
Living areabigger than2,208 ft²91% of homes91% of homes
Lot sizebigger than22.25 ac95% of homes96% of homes
Year builtnewer than197967% of homes65% of homes

About 5603 Hess Rd

How much is 5603 Hess Rd, Vassar, MI worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 5603 Hess Rd, Vassar, MI is $287,612 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $227,203 to $348,021. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 5603 Hess Rd, Vassar, MI last sell?

5603 Hess Rd, Vassar, MI last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 5603 Hess Rd, Vassar, MI?

5603 Hess Rd, Vassar, MI has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 2,208 square feet of living space and a 22.25-acre lot.

When was 5603 Hess Rd, Vassar, MI built?

5603 Hess Rd, Vassar, MI was built in 1979, making it 47 years old.

What schools serve 5603 Hess Rd, Vassar, MI?

5603 Hess Rd, Vassar, MI is assigned to Vassar Senior High School (middle), rated D+; Central School (elementary), rated C-. All sit in Vassar Public Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 5603 Hess Rd, Vassar, MI compare to other homes in Vassar 48768?

Among the 4,021 homes in Vassar 48768, it is worth more than 87% of them ($287,612 against a typical $173,435), its price per square foot is higher than 53% of them ($130 against a typical $127), it is bigger than 91% of them (2,208 ft² against a typical 1,388 ft²), its lot is bigger than 95% of them (22.25 ac against a typical 1.31 ac) and it is newer than 67% of them (1979 against a typical 1972). Measured against all of Tuscola County, it is worth more than 89% 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 5603 Hess Rd, Vassar, MI?

The 2025 property tax bill for 5603 Hess Rd, Vassar, MI was $2,246. The county assessed it at $171,800.

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