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$189,115$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 92How 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 $105,000 on Jun 30, 1994

5740 RIVER RD

SODUS, MI 49126
1.5
Baths
1,456 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.
6.46 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1951
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

$189K
$173K low$205K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$105,000 · Jun 30, 1994
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.$8,740
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$6,992
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.86%
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.$139,100
FIFTH THIRD MORTGAGE MICHIGAN LLC · recorded Feb 26, 2018
2nd 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.$41,275
FIFTH THIRD BANK

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,750 (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.$170,200 (2026)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$144,200
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$340,400

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.197 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.51%
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
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Ranch
CountyBERRIEN
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.6.46
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(3)

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.

H
Eau Claire High SchoolB
High · Grades 9–12 · 4.5 mi
M
Eau Claire Middle SchoolC+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 4.5 mi
E
Lybrook Elementary SchoolC
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 4.6 mi

District: Eau Claire Public Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 49126These 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.68
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 100.21

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.90%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.13%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.11%
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.1,353
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.92 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$66,084
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$79,479
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.49°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.38 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

5740 River 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 less than 70% of homes in Berrien County
  • Costs less per square foot than 78% of homes in Berrien County
  • Has a bigger lot than 92% of homes in Berrien County

What homes are worth in Sodus 49126

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

This home
$69K$476K

This home is worth more than 39% of homes in Sodus 49126.

How it measures up in Sodus 49126

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Sodus 49126.

Estimated value$189,115
CheaperTypical $208,396Pricier

Pricier than 39% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$130
CheaperTypical $148Pricier

Pricier than 30% of homes nearby

Living area1,456 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,400 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 57% of homes nearby

Lot size6.46 ac
SmallerTypical 1.36 acBigger

Bigger than 84% of homes nearby

Year built1951
OlderTypical 1953Newer

Newer than 48% of homes nearby

How 5740 River Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeSodus 49126Berrien County
Estimated valuepricier than$189,11539% of homes30% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$13030% of homes22% of homes
Living areabigger than1,456 ft²57% of homes49% of homes
Lot sizebigger than6.46 ac84% of homes92% of homes
Year builtnewer than195148% of homes37% of homes

About 5740 River Rd

How much is 5740 River Rd, Sodus, MI worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 5740 River Rd, Sodus, MI is $189,115 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $173,097 to $205,133. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 5740 River Rd, Sodus, MI last sell?

5740 River Rd, Sodus, MI last sold on Jun 30, 1994 for $105,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 5740 River Rd, Sodus, MI?

5740 River Rd, Sodus, MI has 1.5 bathrooms, 1,456 square feet of living space and a 6.46-acre lot.

When was 5740 River Rd, Sodus, MI built?

5740 River Rd, Sodus, MI was built in 1951, making it 75 years old. It is a ranch home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 5740 River Rd, Sodus, MI?

5740 River Rd, Sodus, MI is assigned to Eau Claire High School (high), rated B; Eau Claire Middle School (middle), rated C+; Lybrook Elementary School (elementary), rated C. All sit in Eau Claire Public Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 5740 River Rd, Sodus, MI compare to other homes in Sodus 49126?

Among the 385 homes in Sodus 49126, it is worth more than 39% of them ($189,115 against a typical $208,396), its price per square foot is higher than 30% of them ($130 against a typical $148), it is bigger than 57% of them (1,456 ft² against a typical 1,400 ft²), its lot is bigger than 84% of them (6.46 ac against a typical 1.36 ac) and it is newer than 48% of them (1951 against a typical 1953). Measured against all of Berrien County, it is worth more than 30% 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 5740 River Rd, Sodus, MI?

The 2025 property tax bill for 5740 River Rd, Sodus, MI was $1,750. The county assessed it at $170,200.

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