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$2,564,570
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 87How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Jul 14, 2026
Last sold for $491,000 on Apr 16, 1998

860 W BEAR RIVER RD

PETOSKEY, MI 49770
0
Baths
0.64 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.

Valuation

$2.6M
$2.2M low$2.9M high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$491,000 · Apr 16, 1998

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$30,433 (2024)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$1,453,800 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$1,453,800
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$1,106,200
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$2,907,600

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.5
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
12
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
12
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.Single Family Residence
CountyEMMET
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.64
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
Sheridan SchoolB+
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 4.9 mi
M
Petoskey Middle SchoolA
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 5.5 mi
H
Petoskey High SchoolB+
High · Grades 9–12 · 5.5 mi

District: Petoskey Public Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 49770These 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.98
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.83
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.11

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.77%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.26%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.8.5%
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.17,536
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.137 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$80,369
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$106,078
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

860 W Bear River 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.

  • Among the most valuable homes in Emmet County

What homes are worth in Petoskey 49770

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

This home
$123K$2.2M

This home is worth more than 98% of homes in Petoskey 49770.

How it measures up in Petoskey 49770

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Petoskey 49770.

Estimated value$2,564,570
CheaperTypical $399,343Pricier

Pricier than 98% of homes nearby

Lot size0.64 ac
SmallerTypical 0.71 acBigger

Bigger than 48% of homes nearby

How 860 W Bear River Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homePetoskey 49770Emmet County
Estimated valuepricier than$2,564,57098% of homesalmost all homes
Lot sizebigger than0.64 ac48% of homes42% of homes

About 860 W Bear River Rd

How much is 860 W Bear River Rd, Petoskey, MI worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 860 W Bear River Rd, Petoskey, MI is $2,564,570 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $2,243,496 to $2,885,644. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 860 W Bear River Rd, Petoskey, MI last sell?

860 W Bear River Rd, Petoskey, MI last sold on Apr 16, 1998 for $491,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

What schools serve 860 W Bear River Rd, Petoskey, MI?

860 W Bear River Rd, Petoskey, MI is assigned to Sheridan School (elementary), rated B+; Petoskey Middle School (middle), rated A; Petoskey High School (high), rated B+. All sit in Petoskey Public Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 860 W Bear River Rd, Petoskey, MI compare to other homes in Petoskey 49770?

Among the 8,519 homes in Petoskey 49770, it is worth more than 98% of them ($2,564,570 against a typical $399,343) and its lot is bigger than 48% of them (0.64 ac against a typical 0.71 ac). Measured against all of Emmet County, it is worth more than almost all 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 860 W Bear River Rd, Petoskey, MI?

The 2024 property tax bill for 860 W Bear River Rd, Petoskey, MI was $30,433. The county assessed it at $1,453,800.

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