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$198,971$140 / 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 93How 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
Last sold for $107,001 on May 22, 2019

970 ORCHARD CT

SAGINAW, MI 48638
3
Beds
1.5
Baths
1,424 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.
1955
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
5
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

$199K
$185K low$213K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$107,001 · May 22, 2019

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,677 (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.$92,500 (2026)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$81,300
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$185,000

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.30
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
15
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
56
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
67
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
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
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 · 40 ft²

Transaction History(4)

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
White Pine Middle SchoolC+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.1 mi
E
Westdale Elementary School
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 1.1 mi
H
Heritage High SchoolB-
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.6 mi

District: Saginaw Township Community Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 48638These 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.88
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 100.13

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.24%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.10%
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.13,290
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.1,959 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$66,507
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$86,826
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

970 Orchard Ct 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.

  • Costs more per square foot than 74% of homes in Saginaw 48638
  • Has a smaller lot than 88% of homes in Saginaw 48638
  • Older than 72% of homes in Saginaw 48638

What homes are worth in Saginaw 48638

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

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$58K$380K

This home is worth more than 48% of homes in Saginaw 48638.

How it measures up in Saginaw 48638

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Saginaw 48638.

Estimated value$198,971
CheaperTypical $201,546Pricier

Pricier than 48% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$140
CheaperTypical $124Pricier

Pricier than 74% of homes nearby

Living area1,424 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,566 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 40% of homes nearby

Lot size0.2 ac
SmallerTypical 0.29 acBigger

Bigger than 12% of homes nearby

Year built1955
OlderTypical 1964Newer

Newer than 28% of homes nearby

How 970 Orchard Ct ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeSaginaw 48638Saginaw County
Estimated valuepricier than$198,97148% of homes59% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$14074% of homes64% of homes
Living areabigger than1,424 ft²40% of homes52% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.2 ac12% of homes26% of homes
Year builtnewer than195528% of homes40% of homes

About 970 Orchard Ct

How much is 970 Orchard Ct, Saginaw, MI worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 970 Orchard Ct, Saginaw, MI is $198,971 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $184,728 to $213,214. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 970 Orchard Ct, Saginaw, MI last sell?

970 Orchard Ct, Saginaw, MI last sold on May 22, 2019 for $107,001, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 970 Orchard Ct, Saginaw, MI?

970 Orchard Ct, Saginaw, MI has 3 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms, 1,424 square feet of living space and a 0.20-acre lot.

When was 970 Orchard Ct, Saginaw, MI built?

970 Orchard Ct, Saginaw, MI was built in 1955, making it 71 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 970 Orchard Ct, Saginaw, MI?

970 Orchard Ct, Saginaw, MI is assigned to White Pine Middle School (middle), rated C+; Westdale Elementary School (elementary); Heritage High School (high), rated B-. All sit in Saginaw Township Community Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 970 Orchard Ct, Saginaw, MI compare to other homes in Saginaw 48638?

Among the 4,579 homes in Saginaw 48638, it is worth more than 48% of them ($198,971 against a typical $201,546), its price per square foot is higher than 74% of them ($140 against a typical $124), it is bigger than 40% of them (1,424 ft² against a typical 1,566 ft²), its lot is bigger than 12% of them (0.2 ac against a typical 0.29 ac) and it is newer than 28% of them (1955 against a typical 1964). Measured against all of Saginaw County, it is worth more than 59% 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 970 Orchard Ct, Saginaw, MI?

The 2025 property tax bill for 970 Orchard Ct, Saginaw, MI was $2,677. The county assessed it at $92,500.

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