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$163,505
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 94How 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
Last sold for $90,000 on Nov 20, 2019

6538 S FOREST LAKE DR

ALGER, MI 48610
0
Baths
0.68 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.

Valuation

$164K
$153K low$174K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$90,000 · Nov 20, 2019

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$4,338 (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.$101,300 (2026)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$98,000
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$202,600

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.31
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
33
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
50
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
62
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
11
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.25 in
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
CountyARENAC
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.68
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

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

M
Standish-Sterling Central Junior/Senior High SchoolB
Middle · Grades 7–12 · 9.3 mi
E
Standish-Sterling Central Elementary SchoolB+
Elementary · Grades 1–6 · 9.3 mi

District: Standish-Sterling Community School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 48610These 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.129
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.94
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.9

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.62%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.10%
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.1.8%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.2,879
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.24 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$54,683
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$66,280
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.45°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.31 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

6538 S Forest Lake 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.

What homes are worth in Alger 48610

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

This home
$48K$364K

This home is worth more than 56% of homes in Alger 48610.

How it measures up in Alger 48610

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Alger 48610.

Estimated value$163,505
CheaperTypical $152,438Pricier

Pricier than 56% of homes nearby

Lot size0.68 ac
SmallerTypical 0.64 acBigger

Bigger than 51% of homes nearby

How 6538 S Forest Lake Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeAlger 48610Arenac County
Estimated valuepricier than$163,50556% of homes54% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.68 ac51% of homes39% of homes

About 6538 S Forest Lake Dr

How much is 6538 S Forest Lake Dr, Alger, MI worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 6538 S Forest Lake Dr, Alger, MI is $163,505 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $153,169 to $173,841. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 6538 S Forest Lake Dr, Alger, MI last sell?

6538 S Forest Lake Dr, Alger, MI last sold on Nov 20, 2019 for $90,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

What schools serve 6538 S Forest Lake Dr, Alger, MI?

6538 S Forest Lake Dr, Alger, MI is assigned to Standish-Sterling Central Junior/Senior High School (middle), rated B; Standish-Sterling Central Elementary School (elementary), rated B+. All sit in Standish-Sterling Community School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 6538 S Forest Lake Dr, Alger, MI compare to other homes in Alger 48610?

Among the 3,202 homes in Alger 48610, it is worth more than 56% of them ($163,505 against a typical $152,438) and its lot is bigger than 51% of them (0.68 ac against a typical 0.64 ac). Measured against all of Arenac County, it is worth more than 54% 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 6538 S Forest Lake Dr, Alger, MI?

The 2025 property tax bill for 6538 S Forest Lake Dr, Alger, MI was $4,338. The county assessed it at $101,300.

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