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$139,504$161 / 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 88How 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

7973 FOREST RD

MARION, MI 49665
1
Baths
864 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.
5.5 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1982
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.

Valuation

$140K
$123K low$156K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,442 (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.$66,800 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$30,200
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$36,600
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$66,100
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$133,600

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.40
45
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.
51
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
59
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
14
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.9 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.34%
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
CountyCLARE
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.5.50
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
Marion High SchoolC
Middle · Grades 6–12 · 6.3 mi
E
Marion Elementary SchoolB
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 7.3 mi

District: Marion Public Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 49665These 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.119
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.87
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.14

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.73%
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.19%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.7%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.4,355
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.27 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$51,605
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$65,829
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.44°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.32 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

7973 Forest 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.

  • Smaller than 71% of homes in Marion 49665
  • Has a bigger lot than 82% of homes in Clare County
  • Newer than 66% of homes in Clare County

What homes are worth in Marion 49665

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

This home
$79K$396K

This home is worth more than 49% of homes in Marion 49665.

How it measures up in Marion 49665

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Marion 49665.

Estimated value$139,504
CheaperTypical $140,317Pricier

Pricier than 49% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$161
CheaperTypical $158Pricier

Pricier than 55% of homes nearby

Living area864 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,064 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 29% of homes nearby

Lot size5.5 ac
SmallerTypical 3.59 acBigger

Bigger than 60% of homes nearby

Year built1982
OlderTypical 1978Newer

Newer than 56% of homes nearby

How 7973 Forest Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeMarion 49665Clare County
Estimated valuepricier than$139,50449% of homes43% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$16155% of homes60% of homes
Living areabigger than864 ft²29% of homes32% of homes
Lot sizebigger than5.5 ac60% of homes82% of homes
Year builtnewer than198256% of homes66% of homes

About 7973 Forest Rd

How much is 7973 Forest Rd, Marion, MI worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 7973 Forest Rd, Marion, MI is $139,504 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $123,248 to $155,760. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 7973 Forest Rd, Marion, MI last sell?

7973 Forest Rd, Marion, MI last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 7973 Forest Rd, Marion, MI?

7973 Forest Rd, Marion, MI has 1 bathrooms, 864 square feet of living space and a 5.50-acre lot.

When was 7973 Forest Rd, Marion, MI built?

7973 Forest Rd, Marion, MI was built in 1982, making it 44 years old.

What schools serve 7973 Forest Rd, Marion, MI?

7973 Forest Rd, Marion, MI is assigned to Marion High School (middle), rated C; Marion Elementary School (elementary), rated B. All sit in Marion Public Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 7973 Forest Rd, Marion, MI compare to other homes in Marion 49665?

Among the 2,265 homes in Marion 49665, it is worth more than 49% of them ($139,504 against a typical $140,317), its price per square foot is higher than 55% of them ($161 against a typical $158), it is bigger than 29% of them (864 ft² against a typical 1,064 ft²), its lot is bigger than 60% of them (5.5 ac against a typical 3.59 ac) and it is newer than 56% of them (1982 against a typical 1978). Measured against all of Clare County, it is worth more than 43% 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 7973 Forest Rd, Marion, MI?

The 2025 property tax bill for 7973 Forest Rd, Marion, MI was $1,442. The county assessed it at $66,800.

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