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$127,670$92 / 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 84How 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 $54,000 on May 22, 1998

78639 STAPLETON RD

DECATUR, MI 49045
3
Beds
1
Baths
1,392 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.
2.94 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1940
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$128K
$107K low$148K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$54,000 · May 22, 1998

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,646 (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.$78,900 (2026)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$72,300
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$157,800

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.39
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
12
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
67
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
74
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.

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
CountyVAN BUREN
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.2.94
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.

E
Davis Elementary SchoolB-
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 1.5 mi
M
Decatur Jr Sr High SchoolD+
Middle · Grades 6–12 · 1.6 mi

District: Decatur Public Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 49045These 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.152
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 100.21

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.78%
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.14%
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.5,819
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.64 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$65,814
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$79,704
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

78639 Stapleton 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 81% of homes in Van Buren County
  • Costs less per square foot than 87% of homes in Van Buren County
  • Has a bigger lot than 75% of homes in Decatur 49045
  • Older than 80% of homes in Van Buren County

What homes are worth in Decatur 49045

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

This home
$46K$619K

This home is worth more than 32% of homes in Decatur 49045.

How it measures up in Decatur 49045

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Decatur 49045.

Estimated value$127,670
CheaperTypical $170,336Pricier

Pricier than 32% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$92
CheaperTypical $123Pricier

Pricier than 30% of homes nearby

Living area1,392 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,400 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 49% of homes nearby

Lot size2.94 ac
SmallerTypical 0.9 acBigger

Bigger than 75% of homes nearby

Year built1940
OlderTypical 1968Newer

Newer than 30% of homes nearby

How 78639 Stapleton Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeDecatur 49045Van Buren County
Estimated valuepricier than$127,67032% of homes19% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$9230% of homes13% of homes
Living areabigger than1,392 ft²49% of homes46% of homes
Lot sizebigger than2.94 ac75% of homes74% of homes
Year builtnewer than194030% of homes20% of homes

About 78639 Stapleton Rd

How much is 78639 Stapleton Rd, Decatur, MI worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 78639 Stapleton Rd, Decatur, MI is $127,670 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $107,244 to $148,096. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 78639 Stapleton Rd, Decatur, MI last sell?

78639 Stapleton Rd, Decatur, MI last sold on May 22, 1998 for $54,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 78639 Stapleton Rd, Decatur, MI?

78639 Stapleton Rd, Decatur, MI has 3 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,392 square feet of living space and a 2.94-acre lot.

When was 78639 Stapleton Rd, Decatur, MI built?

78639 Stapleton Rd, Decatur, MI was built in 1940, making it 86 years old. It is a ranch home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 78639 Stapleton Rd, Decatur, MI?

78639 Stapleton Rd, Decatur, MI is assigned to Davis Elementary School (elementary), rated B-; Decatur Jr Sr High School (middle), rated D+. All sit in Decatur Public Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 78639 Stapleton Rd, Decatur, MI compare to other homes in Decatur 49045?

Among the 2,559 homes in Decatur 49045, it is worth more than 32% of them ($127,670 against a typical $170,336), its price per square foot is higher than 30% of them ($92 against a typical $123), it is bigger than 49% of them (1,392 ft² against a typical 1,400 ft²), its lot is bigger than 75% of them (2.94 ac against a typical 0.9 ac) and it is newer than 30% of them (1940 against a typical 1968). Measured against all of Van Buren County, it is worth more than 19% 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 78639 Stapleton Rd, Decatur, MI?

The 2025 property tax bill for 78639 Stapleton Rd, Decatur, MI was $1,646. The county assessed it at $78,900.

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