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$118,020$127 / 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 Aug 30, 2026
Last sold for $78,500 on Feb 4, 2019

8498 DOWNING RD

BIRCH RUN, MI 48415
2
Beds
1
Baths
932 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.
0.64 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1940
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
5
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$118K
$107K low$129K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$78,500 · Feb 4, 2019

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,477 (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.$52,000 (2026)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$51,600
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$104,000

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.44
71
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
18
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
57
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.
13
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.43 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.Raised Ranch
CountySAGINAW
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.64
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
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.Yes
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.DeckPatio · 320 ft²

Transaction History(4)

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.

M
Marshall Greene Middle SchoolB-
Middle · Grades 5–8 · 1.4 mi
E
North Elementary SchoolB+
Elementary · Grades PK–4 · 1.9 mi
H
Birch Run High SchoolB-
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.0 mi

District: Birch Run Area School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 48415These 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.81
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.99
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.15

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.94%
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.6.5%
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.9,724
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.143 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$76,029
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$95,879
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.48°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

8498 Downing 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 less than 95% of homes in Birch Run 48415
  • Costs less per square foot than 83% of homes in Birch Run 48415
  • Smaller than 96% of homes in Birch Run 48415
  • Has a smaller lot than 81% of homes in Birch Run 48415
  • Older than 84% of homes in Birch Run 48415

What homes are worth in Birch Run 48415

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

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$84K$625K

This home is worth more than 5% of homes in Birch Run 48415.

How it measures up in Birch Run 48415

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Birch Run 48415.

Estimated value$118,020
CheaperTypical $243,205Pricier

Pricier than 5% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$127
CheaperTypical $165Pricier

Pricier than 17% of homes nearby

Living area932 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,508 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 4% of homes nearby

Lot size0.64 ac
SmallerTypical 1.58 acBigger

Bigger than 19% of homes nearby

Year built1940
OlderTypical 1971Newer

Newer than 16% of homes nearby

How 8498 Downing Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeBirch Run 48415Saginaw County
Estimated valuepricier than$118,0205% of homes33% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$12717% of homes54% of homes
Living areabigger than932 ft²4% of homes10% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.64 ac19% of homes69% of homes
Year builtnewer than194016% of homes25% of homes

About 8498 Downing Rd

How much is 8498 Downing Rd, Birch Run, MI worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 8498 Downing Rd, Birch Run, MI is $118,020 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $107,226 to $128,814. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 8498 Downing Rd, Birch Run, MI last sell?

8498 Downing Rd, Birch Run, MI last sold on Feb 4, 2019 for $78,500, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 4 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 8498 Downing Rd, Birch Run, MI?

8498 Downing Rd, Birch Run, MI has 2 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 932 square feet of living space and a 0.64-acre lot.

When was 8498 Downing Rd, Birch Run, MI built?

8498 Downing Rd, Birch Run, MI was built in 1940, making it 86 years old. It is a raised ranch home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 8498 Downing Rd, Birch Run, MI?

8498 Downing Rd, Birch Run, MI is assigned to Marshall Greene Middle School (middle), rated B-; North Elementary School (elementary), rated B+; Birch Run High School (high), rated B-. All sit in Birch Run Area School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 8498 Downing Rd, Birch Run, MI compare to other homes in Birch Run 48415?

Among the 3,510 homes in Birch Run 48415, it is worth more than 5% of them ($118,020 against a typical $243,205), its price per square foot is higher than 17% of them ($127 against a typical $165), it is bigger than 4% of them (932 ft² against a typical 1,508 ft²), its lot is bigger than 19% of them (0.64 ac against a typical 1.58 ac) and it is newer than 16% of them (1940 against a typical 1971). Measured against all of Saginaw County, it is worth more than 33% 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 8498 Downing Rd, Birch Run, MI?

The 2025 property tax bill for 8498 Downing Rd, Birch Run, MI was $1,477. The county assessed it at $52,000.

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