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$213,028$158 / 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 92How 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

8973 OTTERSIDE DR

FARWELL, MI 48622
2
Beds
1
Baths
1,352 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.
3 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2020
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.

Valuation

$213K
$195K low$231K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,673 (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.$106,796 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$6,450
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$100,346
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$100,037
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$213,592

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.27
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
19
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
53
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.
4
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
CountyCLARE
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.3.00
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

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

M
Farwell Middle SchoolC-
Middle · Grades 4–7 · 1.6 mi
H
Farwell High SchoolB
High · Grades 8–12 · 1.7 mi
E
Farwell Elementary SchoolC
Elementary · Grades KG–3 · 1.7 mi

District: Farwell Area Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 48622These 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.109
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.92
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.12

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.76%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.11%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.18%
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.5,777
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.66 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$58,410
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$69,344
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.45°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

8973 Otterside 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 71% of homes in Clare County
  • Bigger than 71% of homes in Clare County
  • Has a bigger lot than 77% of homes in Clare County
  • Among the newest homes in Clare County

What homes are worth in Farwell 48622

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

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$50K$430K

This home is worth more than 67% of homes in Farwell 48622.

How it measures up in Farwell 48622

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Farwell 48622.

Estimated value$213,028
CheaperTypical $173,567Pricier

Pricier than 67% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$158
CheaperTypical $141Pricier

Pricier than 62% of homes nearby

Living area1,352 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,232 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 60% of homes nearby

Lot size3 ac
SmallerTypical 1 acBigger

Bigger than 76% of homes nearby

Year built2020
OlderTypical 1980Newer

Newer than almost all homes nearby

How 8973 Otterside Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeFarwell 48622Clare County
Estimated valuepricier than$213,02867% of homes71% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$15862% of homes58% of homes
Living areabigger than1,352 ft²60% of homes71% of homes
Lot sizebigger than3 ac76% of homes77% of homes
Year builtnewer than2020almost all homesalmost all homes

About 8973 Otterside Dr

How much is 8973 Otterside Dr, Farwell, MI worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 8973 Otterside Dr, Farwell, MI is $213,028 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $195,308 to $230,748. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 8973 Otterside Dr, Farwell, MI last sell?

8973 Otterside Dr, Farwell, MI last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 8973 Otterside Dr, Farwell, MI?

8973 Otterside Dr, Farwell, MI has 2 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,352 square feet of living space and a 3.00-acre lot.

When was 8973 Otterside Dr, Farwell, MI built?

8973 Otterside Dr, Farwell, MI was built in 2020, making it 6 years old.

What schools serve 8973 Otterside Dr, Farwell, MI?

8973 Otterside Dr, Farwell, MI is assigned to Farwell Middle School (middle), rated C-; Farwell High School (high), rated B; Farwell Elementary School (elementary), rated C. All sit in Farwell Area Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 8973 Otterside Dr, Farwell, MI compare to other homes in Farwell 48622?

Among the 3,460 homes in Farwell 48622, it is worth more than 67% of them ($213,028 against a typical $173,567), its price per square foot is higher than 62% of them ($158 against a typical $141), it is bigger than 60% of them (1,352 ft² against a typical 1,232 ft²), its lot is bigger than 76% of them (3 ac against a typical 1 ac) and it is newer than almost all of them (2020 against a typical 1980). Measured against all of Clare County, it is worth more than 71% 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 8973 Otterside Dr, Farwell, MI?

The 2025 property tax bill for 8973 Otterside Dr, Farwell, MI was $2,673. The county assessed it at $106,796.

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