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$310,249$204 / 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 81How 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 $177,000 on Jul 16, 2009

79 W RIVER RD

KAWKAWLIN, MI 48631
3
Baths
1,522 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.
2.75 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2011
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
4
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$310K
$251K low$369K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$177,000 · Jul 16, 2009
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.$70,249
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$56,199
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.75%
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.$240,000
DOW CHEMICAL EMPLOYEES CU · R · recorded Sep 24, 2021

Tax & Assessment

Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$188,900 (2026)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$163,400
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$377,800

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
27
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
27
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.
61
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
26
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.4 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
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Ranch
CountyBAY
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.2.75
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Wood (Unspecified)
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air With Air Conditioning
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Detached, Finished
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Sauna

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
Auburn Elementary SchoolA-
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 6.3 mi
H
Bay City Western High SchoolB-
High · Grades 9–12 · 6.4 mi
M
Western Middle SchoolB+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 6.4 mi

District: Bay City School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 48631These 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.76
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.98
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.92%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.14%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.6.1%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.6%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.4,269
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.123 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$79,064
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$100,680
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.47°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%

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

79 W 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 more than 89% of homes in Bay County
  • Costs more per square foot than 94% of homes in Bay County
  • Has a bigger lot than 90% of homes in Bay County
  • Newer than 98% of homes in Bay County

What homes are worth in Kawkawlin 48631

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

This home
$68K$500K

This home is worth more than 83% of homes in Kawkawlin 48631.

How it measures up in Kawkawlin 48631

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Kawkawlin 48631.

Estimated value$310,249
CheaperTypical $211,548Pricier

Pricier than 83% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$204
CheaperTypical $137Pricier

Pricier than 93% of homes nearby

Living area1,522 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,549 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 48% of homes nearby

Lot size2.75 ac
SmallerTypical 1.03 acBigger

Bigger than 80% of homes nearby

Year built2011
OlderTypical 1975Newer

Newer than 97% of homes nearby

How 79 W River Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeKawkawlin 48631Bay County
Estimated valuepricier than$310,24983% of homes89% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$20493% of homes94% of homes
Living areabigger than1,522 ft²48% of homes60% of homes
Lot sizebigger than2.75 ac80% of homes90% of homes
Year builtnewer than201197% of homes98% of homes

About 79 W River Rd

How much is 79 W River Rd, Kawkawlin, MI worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 79 W River Rd, Kawkawlin, MI is $310,249 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $251,128 to $369,370. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 79 W River Rd, Kawkawlin, MI last sell?

79 W River Rd, Kawkawlin, MI last sold on Jul 16, 2009 for $177,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 79 W River Rd, Kawkawlin, MI?

79 W River Rd, Kawkawlin, MI has 3 bathrooms, 1,522 square feet of living space and a 2.75-acre lot.

When was 79 W River Rd, Kawkawlin, MI built?

79 W River Rd, Kawkawlin, MI was built in 2011, making it 15 years old. It is a ranch home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 79 W River Rd, Kawkawlin, MI?

79 W River Rd, Kawkawlin, MI is assigned to Auburn Elementary School (elementary), rated A-; Bay City Western High School (high), rated B-; Western Middle School (middle), rated B+. All sit in Bay City School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 79 W River Rd, Kawkawlin, MI compare to other homes in Kawkawlin 48631?

Among the 1,801 homes in Kawkawlin 48631, it is worth more than 83% of them ($310,249 against a typical $211,548), its price per square foot is higher than 93% of them ($204 against a typical $137), it is bigger than 48% of them (1,522 ft² against a typical 1,549 ft²), its lot is bigger than 80% of them (2.75 ac against a typical 1.03 ac) and it is newer than 97% of them (2011 against a typical 1975). Measured against all of Bay County, it is worth more than 89% of homes there. These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

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