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$2,672,128
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 72How 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 $1,500,000 on May 23, 2022

8969 CAIRN HWY

ELK RAPIDS, MI 49629
0
Baths
1.81 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.

Valuation

$2.7M
$1.9M low$3.4M high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$1,500,000 · May 23, 2022

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$24,295 (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.$749,400 (2026)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$728,100
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$1,498,800

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.43
82
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
10
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
46
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
65
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
12
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.78 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.30%

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
CountyANTRIM
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.1.81
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.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
Lakeland Elementary SchoolA-
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 0.6 mi
M
Cherryland Middle SchoolA-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.8 mi
H
Elk Rapids High SchoolA+
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.9 mi

District: Elk Rapids Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 49629These 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.85
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.81
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.64%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.24%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.4.4%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.5%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.1,823
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.171 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$81,113
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$105,054
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

8969 Cairn 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.

  • Among the most valuable homes in Elk Rapids 49629
  • Has a bigger lot than 97% of homes in Elk Rapids 49629

What homes are worth in Elk Rapids 49629

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

This home
$129K$1.8M

This home is worth more than almost all homes in Elk Rapids 49629.

How it measures up in Elk Rapids 49629

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Elk Rapids 49629.

Estimated value$2,672,128
CheaperTypical $532,107Pricier

Pricier than almost all homes nearby

Lot size1.81 ac
SmallerTypical 0.25 acBigger

Bigger than 97% of homes nearby

How 8969 Cairn Hwy ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeElk Rapids 49629Antrim County
Estimated valuepricier than$2,672,128almost all homes98% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1.81 ac97% of homes64% of homes

About 8969 Cairn Hwy

How much is 8969 Cairn Hwy, Elk Rapids, MI worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 8969 Cairn Hwy, Elk Rapids, MI is $2,672,128 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $1,929,134 to $3,415,122. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 8969 Cairn Hwy, Elk Rapids, MI last sell?

8969 Cairn Hwy, Elk Rapids, MI last sold on May 23, 2022 for $1,500,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

What schools serve 8969 Cairn Hwy, Elk Rapids, MI?

8969 Cairn Hwy, Elk Rapids, MI is assigned to Lakeland Elementary School (elementary), rated A-; Cherryland Middle School (middle), rated A-; Elk Rapids High School (high), rated A+. All sit in Elk Rapids Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 8969 Cairn Hwy, Elk Rapids, MI compare to other homes in Elk Rapids 49629?

Among the 1,487 homes in Elk Rapids 49629, it is worth more than almost all of them ($2,672,128 against a typical $532,107) and its lot is bigger than 97% of them (1.81 ac against a typical 0.25 ac). Measured against all of Antrim County, it is worth more than 98% 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 8969 Cairn Hwy, Elk Rapids, MI?

The 2025 property tax bill for 8969 Cairn Hwy, Elk Rapids, MI was $24,295. The county assessed it at $749,400.

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