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$493,330
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 75How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Jun 23, 2026

8144 CAIRN HWY

ELK RAPIDS, MI 49629
0
Baths
1.39 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.

Valuation

$493K
$370K low$617K high
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.$493,330
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$394,664

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,605 (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.$213,400 (2026)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$242,400
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$426,800

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.26
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
8
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
46
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
65
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
12
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
CountyANTRIM
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

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
Lakeland Elementary SchoolA-
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 1.6 mi
M
Cherryland Middle SchoolA-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.7 mi
H
Elk Rapids High SchoolA+
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.9 mi

District: Elk Rapids Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 49629These 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.85
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 100.9

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.64%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.24%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.4.4%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.5%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.1,823
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.171 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$81,113
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$105,054
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.49%

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

8144 Cairn Hwy 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 74% of homes in Antrim County
  • Has a bigger lot than 94% of homes in Elk Rapids 49629

What homes are worth in Elk Rapids 49629

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

This home
$130K$1.5M

This home is worth more than 59% of homes in Elk Rapids 49629.

How it measures up in Elk Rapids 49629

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Elk Rapids 49629.

Estimated value$493,330
CheaperTypical $436,753Pricier

Pricier than 59% of homes nearby

Lot size1.39 ac
SmallerTypical 0.25 acBigger

Bigger than 94% of homes nearby

How 8144 Cairn Hwy ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeElk Rapids 49629Antrim County
Estimated valuepricier than$493,33059% of homes74% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1.39 ac94% of homes60% of homes

About 8144 Cairn Hwy

How much is 8144 Cairn Hwy, Elk Rapids, MI worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 8144 Cairn Hwy, Elk Rapids, MI is $493,330 as of Jun 23, 2026. The likely range is $369,997 to $616,662. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 8144 Cairn Hwy, Elk Rapids, MI last sell?

8144 Cairn Hwy, Elk Rapids, MI last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

What schools serve 8144 Cairn Hwy, Elk Rapids, MI?

8144 Cairn Hwy, Elk Rapids, MI is assigned to Lakeland Elementary School (elementary), rated A-; Cherryland Middle School (middle), rated A-; Elk Rapids High School (high), rated A+. All sit in Elk Rapids Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 8144 Cairn Hwy, Elk Rapids, MI compare to other homes in Elk Rapids 49629?

Among the 1,487 homes in Elk Rapids 49629, it is worth more than 59% of them ($493,330 against a typical $436,753) and its lot is bigger than 94% of them (1.39 ac against a typical 0.25 ac). Measured against all of Antrim County, it is worth more than 74% 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 8144 Cairn Hwy, Elk Rapids, MI?

The 2025 property tax bill for 8144 Cairn Hwy, Elk Rapids, MI was $1,605. The county assessed it at $213,400.

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