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$395,686$224 / 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 Aug 30, 2026
Last sold for $194,500 on Feb 20, 2015

8971 COTTONWOOD DR

FREELAND, MI 48623
3
Beds
1
Baths
1,768 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.
0.2 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2014
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
6
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$396K
$376K low$416K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$194,500 · Feb 20, 2015

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$4,226 (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.$148,800 (2026)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$147,400
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$297,600

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.26
1
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.
52
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
60
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
13
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
CountySAGINAW
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.20
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.Porch · 176 ft²

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.

M
Freeland Middle Schoolhigh SchoolA
Middle · Grades 6–12 · 0.9 mi
E
Freeland Learning Center
Elementary · Grades PK–1 · 1.2 mi

District: Freeland Community School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 48623These 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.47
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.98
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.16

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.93%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.21%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.5.7%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.6%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.14,881
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.218 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$92,466
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$116,995
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.50%

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How this home compares

8971 Cottonwood Dr 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 94% of homes in Saginaw County
  • Costs more per square foot than 98% of homes in Saginaw County
  • Bigger than 73% of homes in Saginaw County
  • Has a smaller lot than 96% of homes in Freeland 48623
  • Newer than 98% of homes in Saginaw County

What homes are worth in Freeland 48623

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

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$103K$651K

This home is worth more than 79% of homes in Freeland 48623.

How it measures up in Freeland 48623

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Freeland 48623.

Estimated value$395,686
CheaperTypical $279,231Pricier

Pricier than 79% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$224
CheaperTypical $165Pricier

Pricier than 90% of homes nearby

Living area1,768 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,692 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 55% of homes nearby

Lot size0.2 ac
SmallerTypical 0.71 acBigger

Bigger than 4% of homes nearby

Year built2014
OlderTypical 1991Newer

Newer than 89% of homes nearby

How 8971 Cottonwood Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeFreeland 48623Saginaw County
Estimated valuepricier than$395,68679% of homes94% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$22490% of homes98% of homes
Living areabigger than1,768 ft²55% of homes73% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.2 ac4% of homes28% of homes
Year builtnewer than201489% of homes98% of homes

About 8971 Cottonwood Dr

How much is 8971 Cottonwood Dr, Freeland, MI worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 8971 Cottonwood Dr, Freeland, MI is $395,686 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $375,698 to $415,674. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 8971 Cottonwood Dr, Freeland, MI last sell?

8971 Cottonwood Dr, Freeland, MI last sold on Feb 20, 2015 for $194,500, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 8971 Cottonwood Dr, Freeland, MI?

8971 Cottonwood Dr, Freeland, MI has 3 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,768 square feet of living space and a 0.20-acre lot.

When was 8971 Cottonwood Dr, Freeland, MI built?

8971 Cottonwood Dr, Freeland, MI was built in 2014, making it 12 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 8971 Cottonwood Dr, Freeland, MI?

8971 Cottonwood Dr, Freeland, MI is assigned to Freeland Middle Schoolhigh School (middle), rated A; Freeland Learning Center (elementary). All sit in Freeland Community School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 8971 Cottonwood Dr, Freeland, MI compare to other homes in Freeland 48623?

Among the 5,164 homes in Freeland 48623, it is worth more than 79% of them ($395,686 against a typical $279,231), its price per square foot is higher than 90% of them ($224 against a typical $165), it is bigger than 55% of them (1,768 ft² against a typical 1,692 ft²), its lot is bigger than 4% of them (0.2 ac against a typical 0.71 ac) and it is newer than 89% of them (2014 against a typical 1991). Measured against all of Saginaw County, it is worth more than 94% 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 8971 Cottonwood Dr, Freeland, MI?

The 2025 property tax bill for 8971 Cottonwood Dr, Freeland, MI was $4,226. The county assessed it at $148,800.

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