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$254,509$148 / 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 89How 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

70653 NICHOLAS WAY

NILES, MI 49120
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,724 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.
0.81 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1958
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.

Valuation

$255K
$226K low$283K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,316 (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.$135,600 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$135,600
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$128,000
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$271,200

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.48
51
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
10
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.
72
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.15 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.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
CountyCASS
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.81
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(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.

E
Merritt Elementary School
Elementary · Grades PK–2 · 0.8 mi
H
Brandywine Senior High SchoolB-
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.9 mi
M
Brandywine Middle SchoolC
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 1.9 mi

District: Brandywine Public School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 49120These 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.77
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.86
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.28

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.92%
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.13%
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.36,873
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.300 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$65,308
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$83,136
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.49°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.39 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.46%

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How this home compares

70653 Nicholas Way 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 66% of homes in Niles 49120
  • Costs less per square foot than 65% of homes in Cass County
  • Bigger than 71% of homes in Niles 49120

What homes are worth in Niles 49120

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

This home
$77K$739K

This home is worth more than 66% of homes in Niles 49120.

How it measures up in Niles 49120

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Niles 49120.

Estimated value$254,509
CheaperTypical $203,967Pricier

Pricier than 66% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$148
CheaperTypical $160Pricier

Pricier than 40% of homes nearby

Living area1,724 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,371 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 71% of homes nearby

Lot size0.81 ac
SmallerTypical 0.5 acBigger

Bigger than 62% of homes nearby

Year built1958
OlderTypical 1959Newer

Newer than 49% of homes nearby

How 70653 Nicholas Way ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeNiles 49120Cass County
Estimated valuepricier than$254,50966% of homes54% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$14840% of homes35% of homes
Living areabigger than1,724 ft²71% of homes70% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.81 ac62% of homes54% of homes
Year builtnewer than195849% of homes43% of homes

About 70653 Nicholas Way

How much is 70653 Nicholas Way, Niles, MI worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 70653 Nicholas Way, Niles, MI is $254,509 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $225,953 to $283,065. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 70653 Nicholas Way, Niles, MI last sell?

70653 Nicholas Way, Niles, MI last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 70653 Nicholas Way, Niles, MI?

70653 Nicholas Way, Niles, MI has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,724 square feet of living space and a 0.81-acre lot.

When was 70653 Nicholas Way, Niles, MI built?

70653 Nicholas Way, Niles, MI was built in 1958, making it 68 years old.

What schools serve 70653 Nicholas Way, Niles, MI?

70653 Nicholas Way, Niles, MI is assigned to Merritt Elementary School (elementary); Brandywine Senior High School (high), rated B-; Brandywine Middle School (middle), rated C. All sit in Brandywine Public School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 70653 Nicholas Way, Niles, MI compare to other homes in Niles 49120?

Among the 14,604 homes in Niles 49120, it is worth more than 66% of them ($254,509 against a typical $203,967), its price per square foot is higher than 40% of them ($148 against a typical $160), it is bigger than 71% of them (1,724 ft² against a typical 1,371 ft²), its lot is bigger than 62% of them (0.81 ac against a typical 0.5 ac) and it is newer than 49% of them (1958 against a typical 1959). Measured against all of Cass 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 70653 Nicholas Way, Niles, MI?

The 2025 property tax bill for 70653 Nicholas Way, Niles, MI was $1,316. The county assessed it at $135,600.

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