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$295,909$206 / 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 68How 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
Last sold for $135,000 on Jan 17, 2014

879 N STRAITS HWY

INDIAN RIVER, MI 49749
4
Beds
1
Baths
1,436 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.
0.5 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1900
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.

Valuation

$296K
$203K low$389K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$135,000 · Jan 17, 2014

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,927 (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.$94,800 (2026)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$92,200
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$189,600

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.24
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.
41
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
67
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
3
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
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Ranch
CountyCHEBOYGAN
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.50
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Space
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
Inland Lakes Elementary SchoolD+
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 5.5 mi
M
Inland Lakes Secondary SchoolD+
Middle · Grades 6–12 · 5.5 mi

District: Inland Lakes Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 49749These 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.129
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 100.9

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.55%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.19%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.11%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.2.0%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.4,110
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.46 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$63,500
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$85,470
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.43°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.31 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

879 N Straits 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.

  • Has a smaller lot than 67% of homes in Cheboygan County
  • Among the oldest homes in Indian River 49749

What homes are worth in Indian River 49749

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

This home
$42K$1.4M

This home is worth more than 49% of homes in Indian River 49749.

How it measures up in Indian River 49749

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Indian River 49749.

Estimated value$295,909
CheaperTypical $302,022Pricier

Pricier than 49% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$206
CheaperTypical $240Pricier

Pricier than 41% of homes nearby

Living area1,436 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,484 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 45% of homes nearby

Lot size0.5 ac
SmallerTypical 0.72 acBigger

Bigger than 38% of homes nearby

Year built1900
OlderTypical 1978Newer

Older than almost all homes nearby

How 879 N Straits Hwy ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeIndian River 49749Cheboygan County
Estimated valuepricier than$295,90949% of homes64% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$20641% of homes57% of homes
Living areabigger than1,436 ft²45% of homes50% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.5 ac38% of homes33% of homes
Year builtnewer than1900almost no homes3% of homes

About 879 N Straits Hwy

How much is 879 N Straits Hwy, Indian River, MI worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 879 N Straits Hwy, Indian River, MI is $295,909 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $202,682 to $389,136. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 879 N Straits Hwy, Indian River, MI last sell?

879 N Straits Hwy, Indian River, MI last sold on Jan 17, 2014 for $135,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 879 N Straits Hwy, Indian River, MI?

879 N Straits Hwy, Indian River, MI has 4 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,436 square feet of living space and a 0.50-acre lot.

When was 879 N Straits Hwy, Indian River, MI built?

879 N Straits Hwy, Indian River, MI was built in 1900, making it 126 years old. It is a ranch home.

What schools serve 879 N Straits Hwy, Indian River, MI?

879 N Straits Hwy, Indian River, MI is assigned to Inland Lakes Elementary School (elementary), rated D+; Inland Lakes Secondary School (middle), rated D+. All sit in Inland Lakes Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 879 N Straits Hwy, Indian River, MI compare to other homes in Indian River 49749?

Among the 3,898 homes in Indian River 49749, it is worth more than 49% of them ($295,909 against a typical $302,022), its price per square foot is higher than 41% of them ($206 against a typical $240), it is bigger than 45% of them (1,436 ft² against a typical 1,484 ft²), its lot is bigger than 38% of them (0.5 ac against a typical 0.72 ac) and it is newer than almost none of them (1900 against a typical 1978). Measured against all of Cheboygan County, it is worth more than 64% 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 879 N Straits Hwy, Indian River, MI?

The 2025 property tax bill for 879 N Straits Hwy, Indian River, MI was $1,927. The county assessed it at $94,800.

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