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$429,409$228 / 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 91How 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

8493 1/2 MILE RD

CLIMAX, MI 49034
3
Beds
1.5
Baths
1,884 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.
53.15 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1974
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$429K
$391K low$468K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$3,339 (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.$241,800 (2026)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$228,350
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$483,600

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.30
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
5
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.
64
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
13
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.
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.Rural Residence
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Ranch
CountyCALHOUN
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.53.15
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air With Air Conditioning
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Yes
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(1)

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
East Leroy Elementary SchoolD+
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 4.6 mi
M
Athens Juniorsenor High SchoolD+
Middle · Grades 6–12 · 8.1 mi

District: Athens Area Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 49034These 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.73
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.74
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.25

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.96%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.18%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.8.3%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.2%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.3,061
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.76 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$74,283
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$94,695
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.49°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.37 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.47%

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How this home compares

8493 1/2 Mile 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 94% of homes in Calhoun County
  • Costs more per square foot than 92% of homes in Calhoun County
  • Bigger than 81% of homes in Calhoun County
  • Has a bigger lot than 98% of homes in Climax 49034
  • Newer than 76% of homes in Calhoun County

What homes are worth in Climax 49034

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

This home
$96K$568K

This home is worth more than 89% of homes in Climax 49034.

How it measures up in Climax 49034

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Climax 49034.

Estimated value$429,409
CheaperTypical $264,502Pricier

Pricier than 89% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$228
CheaperTypical $178Pricier

Pricier than 80% of homes nearby

Living area1,884 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,548 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 75% of homes nearby

Lot size53.15 ac
SmallerTypical 2 acBigger

Bigger than 98% of homes nearby

Year built1974
OlderTypical 1972Newer

Newer than 54% of homes nearby

How 8493 1/2 Mile Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeClimax 49034Calhoun County
Estimated valuepricier than$429,40989% of homes94% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$22880% of homes92% of homes
Living areabigger than1,884 ft²75% of homes81% of homes
Lot sizebigger than53.15 ac98% of homes97% of homes
Year builtnewer than197454% of homes76% of homes

About 8493 1/2 Mile Rd

How much is 8493 1/2 Mile Rd, Climax, MI worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 8493 1/2 Mile Rd, Climax, MI is $429,409 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $390,652 to $468,166. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 8493 1/2 Mile Rd, Climax, MI last sell?

8493 1/2 Mile Rd, Climax, MI last sold on Jul 23, 2000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 8493 1/2 Mile Rd, Climax, MI?

8493 1/2 Mile Rd, Climax, MI has 3 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms, 1,884 square feet of living space and a 53.15-acre lot.

When was 8493 1/2 Mile Rd, Climax, MI built?

8493 1/2 Mile Rd, Climax, MI was built in 1974, making it 52 years old. It is a ranch home.

What schools serve 8493 1/2 Mile Rd, Climax, MI?

8493 1/2 Mile Rd, Climax, MI is assigned to East Leroy Elementary School (elementary), rated D+; Athens Juniorsenor High School (middle), rated D+. All sit in Athens Area Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 8493 1/2 Mile Rd, Climax, MI compare to other homes in Climax 49034?

Among the 902 homes in Climax 49034, it is worth more than 89% of them ($429,409 against a typical $264,502), its price per square foot is higher than 80% of them ($228 against a typical $178), it is bigger than 75% of them (1,884 ft² against a typical 1,548 ft²), its lot is bigger than 98% of them (53.15 ac against a typical 2 ac) and it is newer than 54% of them (1974 against a typical 1972). Measured against all of Calhoun County, it is worth more than 94% 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 8493 1/2 Mile Rd, Climax, MI?

The 2025 property tax bill for 8493 1/2 Mile Rd, Climax, MI was $3,339. The county assessed it at $241,800.

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