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$286,159$159 / 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 93How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Jul 14, 2026
Last sold for $170,000 on Jun 19, 2001

56440 BUFFALO DR

THREE RIVERS, MI 49093
2.5
Baths
1,800 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.
0.65 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1998
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.

Valuation

$286K
$265K low$307K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$170,000 · Jun 19, 2001
Est. Owner EquityRoughly how much of the home's value the owner would keep after paying off known loans. It is our estimate minus the loans still owed.$233,159
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$186,527
Loan-to-ValueHow much is still owed on the home compared to what it is worth. 80% means loans equal 80% of our estimate, so it shifts when the estimate does.18%
1st MortgageA loan still believed to be open on this home, in the order lenders get repaid. The first position is paid back before the second.$53,000
FIFTH THIRD BANK WESTERN MICHIGAN · recorded Nov 23, 2011

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,621 (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.$137,800 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$13,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$124,800
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$134,700
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$275,600

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.42
36
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
8
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.
63
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.
Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.7 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.30%

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.0.65
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

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

M
Three Rivers Middle SchoolC+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.7 mi
H
Three Rivers High SchoolA-
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.9 mi
E
Hoppin Elementary SchoolA-
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 2.0 mi

District: Three Rivers Community Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 49093These 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.79
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.22

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.85%
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.1.4%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.17,961
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.161 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$66,264
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$79,878
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%

Ownership

OccupancyWhether the owner appears to live here or somewhere else. It is inferred from the mailing address on record.Owner occupied
Company ownedWhether the owner is a company or trust rather than a person.No

Data by ATTOM. Valuations are automated estimates, not appraisals. Photos from Google Street View and may not depict the current property state.

How this home compares

56440 Buffalo 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 St. Joseph County
  • Bigger than 74% of homes in St. Joseph County
  • Newer than 88% of homes in Three Rivers 49093

What homes are worth in Three Rivers 49093

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

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$56K$803K

This home is worth more than 69% of homes in Three Rivers 49093.

How it measures up in Three Rivers 49093

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Three Rivers 49093.

Estimated value$286,159
CheaperTypical $204,853Pricier

Pricier than 69% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$159
CheaperTypical $155Pricier

Pricier than 52% of homes nearby

Living area1,800 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,440 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 73% of homes nearby

Lot size0.65 ac
SmallerTypical 0.46 acBigger

Bigger than 62% of homes nearby

Year built1998
OlderTypical 1962Newer

Newer than 88% of homes nearby

How 56440 Buffalo Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeThree Rivers 49093St. Joseph County
Estimated valuepricier than$286,15969% of homes75% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$15952% of homes60% of homes
Living areabigger than1,800 ft²73% of homes74% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.65 ac62% of homes59% of homes
Year builtnewer than199888% of homes84% of homes

About 56440 Buffalo Dr

How much is 56440 Buffalo Dr, Three Rivers, MI worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 56440 Buffalo Dr, Three Rivers, MI is $286,159 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $265,367 to $306,951. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 56440 Buffalo Dr, Three Rivers, MI last sell?

56440 Buffalo Dr, Three Rivers, MI last sold on Jun 19, 2001 for $170,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 56440 Buffalo Dr, Three Rivers, MI?

56440 Buffalo Dr, Three Rivers, MI has 2.5 bathrooms, 1,800 square feet of living space and a 0.65-acre lot.

When was 56440 Buffalo Dr, Three Rivers, MI built?

56440 Buffalo Dr, Three Rivers, MI was built in 1998, making it 28 years old.

What schools serve 56440 Buffalo Dr, Three Rivers, MI?

56440 Buffalo Dr, Three Rivers, MI is assigned to Three Rivers Middle School (middle), rated C+; Three Rivers High School (high), rated A-; Hoppin Elementary School (elementary), rated A-. All sit in Three Rivers Community Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 56440 Buffalo Dr, Three Rivers, MI compare to other homes in Three Rivers 49093?

Among the 7,772 homes in Three Rivers 49093, it is worth more than 69% of them ($286,159 against a typical $204,853), its price per square foot is higher than 52% of them ($159 against a typical $155), it is bigger than 73% of them (1,800 ft² against a typical 1,440 ft²), its lot is bigger than 62% of them (0.65 ac against a typical 0.46 ac) and it is newer than 88% of them (1998 against a typical 1962). Measured against all of St. Joseph County, it is worth more than 75% 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 56440 Buffalo Dr, Three Rivers, MI?

The 2025 property tax bill for 56440 Buffalo Dr, Three Rivers, MI was $2,621. The county assessed it at $137,800.

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