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$141,091$79 / 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 Oct 21, 2026

8261 RUTTAN RD NW

ALDEN, MI 49612
1
Baths
1,791 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 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.

Valuation

$141K
$115K low$167K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,136 (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.$79,600 (2026)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$70,200
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$159,200

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.39
49
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.
45
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
62
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.
Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.14 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.30%

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.Mobile Home
CountyKALKASKA
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.5.00
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
Rapid City Elementary SchoolB
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 2.3 mi
M
Kalkaska Middle SchoolC
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 6.9 mi
H
Kalkaska High SchoolB
High · Grades 9–12 · 7.1 mi

District: Kalkaska Public Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 49612These 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.128
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 100.12

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.67%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.22%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.7.2%
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.1,358
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.54 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$68,779
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$89,662
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%

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How this home compares

8261 Ruttan Rd Nw 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 84% of homes in Alden 49612
  • Costs less per square foot than 97% of homes in Alden 49612
  • Bigger than 83% of homes in Kalkaska County
  • Has a bigger lot than 68% of homes in Kalkaska County

What homes are worth in Alden 49612

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

This home
$63K$2.3M

This home is worth more than 16% of homes in Alden 49612.

How it measures up in Alden 49612

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Alden 49612.

Estimated value$141,091
CheaperTypical $340,490Pricier

Pricier than 16% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$79
CheaperTypical $270Pricier

Pricier than 3% of homes nearby

Living area1,791 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,463 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 67% of homes nearby

Lot size5 ac
SmallerTypical 2.22 acBigger

Bigger than 66% of homes nearby

How 8261 Ruttan Rd Nw ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeAlden 49612Kalkaska County
Estimated valuepricier than$141,09116% of homes34% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$793% of homes9% of homes
Living areabigger than1,791 ft²67% of homes83% of homes
Lot sizebigger than5 ac66% of homes68% of homes

About 8261 Ruttan Rd Nw

How much is 8261 Ruttan Rd Nw, Alden, MI worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 8261 Ruttan Rd Nw, Alden, MI is $141,091 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $114,950 to $167,232. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 8261 Ruttan Rd Nw, Alden, MI last sell?

8261 Ruttan Rd Nw, Alden, MI last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 8261 Ruttan Rd Nw, Alden, MI?

8261 Ruttan Rd Nw, Alden, MI has 1 bathrooms, 1,791 square feet of living space and a 5.00-acre lot.

What schools serve 8261 Ruttan Rd Nw, Alden, MI?

8261 Ruttan Rd Nw, Alden, MI is assigned to Rapid City Elementary School (elementary), rated B; Kalkaska Middle School (middle), rated C; Kalkaska High School (high), rated B. All sit in Kalkaska Public Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 8261 Ruttan Rd Nw, Alden, MI compare to other homes in Alden 49612?

Among the 966 homes in Alden 49612, it is worth more than 16% of them ($141,091 against a typical $340,490), its price per square foot is higher than 3% of them ($79 against a typical $270), it is bigger than 67% of them (1,791 ft² against a typical 1,463 ft²) and its lot is bigger than 66% of them (5 ac against a typical 2.22 ac). Measured against all of Kalkaska County, it is worth more than 34% 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 8261 Ruttan Rd Nw, Alden, MI?

The 2025 property tax bill for 8261 Ruttan Rd Nw, Alden, MI was $1,136. The county assessed it at $79,600.

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