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$237,901$180 / 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 97How 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 $161,000 on May 21, 2018

970 RUTH LN

NILES, MI 49120
3
Beds
2.5
Baths
1,320 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.
0.26 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1960
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.

Valuation

$238K
$231K low$245K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$161,000 · May 21, 2018

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$685 (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.$85,300 (2026)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$82,600
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$170,600

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.37
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
11
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
68
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.
41
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
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Ranch
CountyCASS
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.26
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(5)

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
Niles Virtual SchoolB
Elementary · Grades KG–12 · 0.4 mi

District: Niles Community School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 49120These 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.77
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.86
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.28

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.92%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.13%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.13%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.4%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.36,873
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.300 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$65,308
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$83,136
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.49°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.39 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.46%

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How this home compares

970 Ruth Ln 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 66% of homes in Niles 49120
  • Has a smaller lot than 74% of homes in Cass County

What homes are worth in Niles 49120

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

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$77K$757K

This home is worth more than 61% of homes in Niles 49120.

How it measures up in Niles 49120

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Niles 49120.

Estimated value$237,901
CheaperTypical $203,650Pricier

Pricier than 61% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$180
CheaperTypical $157Pricier

Pricier than 66% of homes nearby

Living area1,320 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,368 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 46% of homes nearby

Lot size0.26 ac
SmallerTypical 0.5 acBigger

Bigger than 30% of homes nearby

Year built1960
OlderTypical 1959Newer

Newer than 53% of homes nearby

How 970 Ruth Ln ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeNiles 49120Cass County
Estimated valuepricier than$237,90161% of homes53% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$18066% of homes55% of homes
Living areabigger than1,320 ft²46% of homes42% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.26 ac30% of homes26% of homes
Year builtnewer than196053% of homes46% of homes

About 970 Ruth Ln

How much is 970 Ruth Ln, Niles, MI worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 970 Ruth Ln, Niles, MI is $237,901 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $231,170 to $244,632. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 970 Ruth Ln, Niles, MI last sell?

970 Ruth Ln, Niles, MI last sold on May 21, 2018 for $161,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 970 Ruth Ln, Niles, MI?

970 Ruth Ln, Niles, MI has 3 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, 1,320 square feet of living space and a 0.26-acre lot.

When was 970 Ruth Ln, Niles, MI built?

970 Ruth Ln, Niles, MI was built in 1960, making it 66 years old. It is a ranch home.

What schools serve 970 Ruth Ln, Niles, MI?

970 Ruth Ln, Niles, MI is assigned to Niles Virtual School (elementary), rated B. All sit in Niles Community School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 970 Ruth Ln, Niles, MI compare to other homes in Niles 49120?

Among the 14,588 homes in Niles 49120, it is worth more than 61% of them ($237,901 against a typical $203,650), its price per square foot is higher than 66% of them ($180 against a typical $157), it is bigger than 46% of them (1,320 ft² against a typical 1,368 ft²), its lot is bigger than 30% of them (0.26 ac against a typical 0.5 ac) and it is newer than 53% of them (1960 against a typical 1959). Measured against all of Cass County, it is worth more than 53% 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 Ruth Ln, Niles, MI?

The 2025 property tax bill for 970 Ruth Ln, Niles, MI was $685. The county assessed it at $85,300.

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