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$276,116$265 / 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 65How 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 $42,000 on May 23, 1985

879 RIVER RD

AUBURN, MI 48611
3
Beds
1
Baths
1,040 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.
0.46 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1994
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$276K
$179K low$373K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$42,000 · May 23, 1985

Tax & Assessment

Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$89,800 (2026)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$77,600
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$179,600

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.38
45
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.
55
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.
26
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.11 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.Ranch
CountyBAY
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.46
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Wood (Unspecified)
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
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Attached
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Sauna

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.

H
Bay City Western High SchoolB-
High · Grades 9–12 · 6.3 mi
M
Western Middle SchoolB+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 6.4 mi
E
Auburn Elementary SchoolA-
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 6.5 mi

District: Bay City School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 48611These 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.90
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.93
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.18

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.95%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.25%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.7.5%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.8%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.6,388
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.167 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$74,044
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$87,656
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.47°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.50%

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How this home compares

879 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.

  • Worth more than 84% of homes in Bay County
  • Among the highest price per square foot in Auburn 48611
  • Smaller than 88% of homes in Auburn 48611
  • Newer than 86% of homes in Bay County

What homes are worth in Auburn 48611

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

This home
$97K$441K

This home is worth more than 76% of homes in Auburn 48611.

How it measures up in Auburn 48611

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Auburn 48611.

Estimated value$276,116
CheaperTypical $209,753Pricier

Pricier than 76% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$265
CheaperTypical $144Pricier

Pricier than almost all homes nearby

Living area1,040 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,496 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 12% of homes nearby

Lot size0.46 ac
SmallerTypical 0.61 acBigger

Bigger than 39% of homes nearby

Year built1994
OlderTypical 1975Newer

Newer than 72% of homes nearby

How 879 River Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeAuburn 48611Bay County
Estimated valuepricier than$276,11676% of homes84% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$265almost all homesalmost all homes
Living areabigger than1,040 ft²12% of homes18% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.46 ac39% of homes58% of homes
Year builtnewer than199472% of homes86% of homes

About 879 River Rd

How much is 879 River Rd, Auburn, MI worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 879 River Rd, Auburn, MI is $276,116 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $179,445 to $372,787. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 879 River Rd, Auburn, MI last sell?

879 River Rd, Auburn, MI last sold on May 23, 1985 for $42,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 879 River Rd, Auburn, MI?

879 River Rd, Auburn, MI has 3 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,040 square feet of living space and a 0.46-acre lot.

When was 879 River Rd, Auburn, MI built?

879 River Rd, Auburn, MI was built in 1994, making it 32 years old. It is a ranch home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 879 River Rd, Auburn, MI?

879 River Rd, Auburn, MI is assigned to Bay City Western High School (high), rated B-; Western Middle School (middle), rated B+; Auburn Elementary School (elementary), rated A-. All sit in Bay City School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 879 River Rd, Auburn, MI compare to other homes in Auburn 48611?

Among the 2,562 homes in Auburn 48611, it is worth more than 76% of them ($276,116 against a typical $209,753), its price per square foot is higher than almost all of them ($265 against a typical $144), it is bigger than 12% of them (1,040 ft² against a typical 1,496 ft²), its lot is bigger than 39% of them (0.46 ac against a typical 0.61 ac) and it is newer than 72% of them (1994 against a typical 1975). Measured against all of Bay County, it is worth more than 84% of homes there. These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

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