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$520,000$242 / 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 95How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Oct 21, 2026
Last sold for $520,000 on Oct 1, 2026

8970 RIVER VALLEY RD

BRIGHTON, MI 48116
3
Beds
2.5
Baths
2,150 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.
0.24 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1996
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$520K
$495K low$545K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$520,000 · Oct 1, 2026

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$6,823 (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.$239,410 (2026)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$247,940
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$478,820

Climate Risk

Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.197 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.1 percent flood zone

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
CountyLIVINGSTON
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.24
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air With Air Conditioning
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Yes
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
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.Deck · 672 ft²Patio · 672 ft²Porch · 24 ft²

Transaction History(8)

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
Country Elementary SchoolB
Elementary · Grades KG–3 · 4.9 mi
M
Pathfinder SchoolB+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 5.7 mi
H
Pinckney Community High SchoolC+
High · Grades 9–12 · 7.1 mi

District: Pinckney Community Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 48116These 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.87
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.90
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.27

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.32%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.3.7%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.0%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.27,889
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.684 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$105,169
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$127,806
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.53%

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How this home compares

8970 River Valley 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 79% of homes in Livingston County
  • Bigger than 69% of homes in Brighton 48116
  • Has a smaller lot than 78% of homes in Livingston County
  • Newer than 70% of homes in Brighton 48116

What homes are worth in Brighton 48116

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

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$152K$1M

This home is worth more than 74% of homes in Brighton 48116.

How it measures up in Brighton 48116

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Brighton 48116.

Estimated value$520,000
CheaperTypical $413,867Pricier

Pricier than 74% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$242
CheaperTypical $234Pricier

Pricier than 57% of homes nearby

Living area2,150 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,749 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 69% of homes nearby

Lot size0.24 ac
SmallerTypical 0.39 acBigger

Bigger than 35% of homes nearby

Year built1996
OlderTypical 1988Newer

Newer than 70% of homes nearby

How 8970 River Valley Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeBrighton 48116Livingston County
Estimated valuepricier than$520,00074% of homes79% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$24257% of homes63% of homes
Living areabigger than2,150 ft²69% of homes69% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.24 ac35% of homes22% of homes
Year builtnewer than199670% of homes64% of homes

About 8970 River Valley Rd

How much is 8970 River Valley Rd, Brighton, MI worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 8970 River Valley Rd, Brighton, MI is $520,000 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $495,283 to $544,717. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 8970 River Valley Rd, Brighton, MI last sell?

8970 River Valley Rd, Brighton, MI last sold on Oct 1, 2026 for $520,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 6 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 8970 River Valley Rd, Brighton, MI?

8970 River Valley Rd, Brighton, MI has 3 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, 2,150 square feet of living space and a 0.24-acre lot.

When was 8970 River Valley Rd, Brighton, MI built?

8970 River Valley Rd, Brighton, MI was built in 1996, making it 30 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 8970 River Valley Rd, Brighton, MI?

8970 River Valley Rd, Brighton, MI is assigned to Country Elementary School (elementary), rated B; Pathfinder School (middle), rated B+; Pinckney Community High School (high), rated C+. All sit in Pinckney Community Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 8970 River Valley Rd, Brighton, MI compare to other homes in Brighton 48116?

Among the 11,050 homes in Brighton 48116, it is worth more than 74% of them ($520,000 against a typical $413,867), its price per square foot is higher than 57% of them ($242 against a typical $234), it is bigger than 69% of them (2,150 ft² against a typical 1,749 ft²), its lot is bigger than 35% of them (0.24 ac against a typical 0.39 ac) and it is newer than 70% of them (1996 against a typical 1988). Measured against all of Livingston County, it is worth more than 79% 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 8970 River Valley Rd, Brighton, MI?

The 2025 property tax bill for 8970 River Valley Rd, Brighton, MI was $6,823. The county assessed it at $239,410.

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