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$339,112$171 / 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 Aug 30, 2026
Last sold for $135,000 on Sep 18, 2006

5956 S RAPIDS RD

BRANCH, MI 49402
2
Beds
1
Baths
1,981 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.
3.04 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1970
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.

Valuation

$339K
$315K low$363K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$135,000 · Sep 18, 2006

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$3,589 (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.$140,100 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$140,100
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$141,900
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$280,200

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.42
61
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
21
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
55
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
60
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
17
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.26 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.30%
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
CountyMASON
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.3.04
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(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
Scottville Elementary School
Elementary · Grades KG–2 · 12.8 mi
H
Mason County Central High SchoolC+
High · Grades 9–12 · 13.0 mi
M
Mason County Central Middle SchoolC+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 13.1 mi

District: Mason County Central Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 49402These 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.141
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.81
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.17

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.43%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.11%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.14%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.5%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.3,168
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.22 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$55,626
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$71,283
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.45°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.34 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

5956 S Rapids 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 88% of homes in Branch 49402
  • Bigger than 92% of homes in Branch 49402
  • Has a bigger lot than 69% of homes in Mason County
  • Older than 67% of homes in Branch 49402

What homes are worth in Branch 49402

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

This home
$44K$567K

This home is worth more than 88% of homes in Branch 49402.

How it measures up in Branch 49402

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Branch 49402.

Estimated value$339,112
CheaperTypical $176,214Pricier

Pricier than 88% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$171
CheaperTypical $190Pricier

Pricier than 40% of homes nearby

Living area1,981 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,120 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 92% of homes nearby

Lot size3.04 ac
SmallerTypical 3.34 acBigger

Bigger than 49% of homes nearby

Year built1970
OlderTypical 1978Newer

Newer than 33% of homes nearby

How 5956 S Rapids Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeBranch 49402Mason County
Estimated valuepricier than$339,11288% of homes81% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$17140% of homes59% of homes
Living areabigger than1,981 ft²92% of homes84% of homes
Lot sizebigger than3.04 ac49% of homes69% of homes
Year builtnewer than197033% of homes51% of homes

About 5956 S Rapids Rd

How much is 5956 S Rapids Rd, Branch, MI worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 5956 S Rapids Rd, Branch, MI is $339,112 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $315,014 to $363,209. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 5956 S Rapids Rd, Branch, MI last sell?

5956 S Rapids Rd, Branch, MI last sold on Sep 18, 2006 for $135,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 5956 S Rapids Rd, Branch, MI?

5956 S Rapids Rd, Branch, MI has 2 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,981 square feet of living space and a 3.04-acre lot.

When was 5956 S Rapids Rd, Branch, MI built?

5956 S Rapids Rd, Branch, MI was built in 1970, making it 56 years old.

What schools serve 5956 S Rapids Rd, Branch, MI?

5956 S Rapids Rd, Branch, MI is assigned to Scottville Elementary School (elementary); Mason County Central High School (high), rated C+; Mason County Central Middle School (middle), rated C+. All sit in Mason County Central Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 5956 S Rapids Rd, Branch, MI compare to other homes in Branch 49402?

Among the 1,668 homes in Branch 49402, it is worth more than 88% of them ($339,112 against a typical $176,214), its price per square foot is higher than 40% of them ($171 against a typical $190), it is bigger than 92% of them (1,981 ft² against a typical 1,120 ft²), its lot is bigger than 49% of them (3.04 ac against a typical 3.34 ac) and it is newer than 33% of them (1970 against a typical 1978). Measured against all of Mason County, it is worth more than 81% 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 5956 S Rapids Rd, Branch, MI?

The 2025 property tax bill for 5956 S Rapids Rd, Branch, MI was $3,589. The county assessed it at $140,100.

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