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$74,692$111 / 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 72How 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 $36,000 on Sep 14, 2021

985 COTTAGE ST

ISHPEMING, MI 49849
2
Beds
1
Baths
672 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.
0.17 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1916
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
1
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$75K
$54K low$96K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$36,000 · Sep 14, 2021

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$491 (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.$34,900 (2026)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$28,600
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$69,800

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.25
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
13
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
39
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.
11
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
CountyMARQUETTE
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.17
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.

H
Westwood High SchoolB+
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.9 mi
E
Aspen Ridge Elementary SchoolB-
Elementary · Grades KG–8 · 1.1 mi

District: N.I.C.E. Community Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 49849These 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.107
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.83
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.86%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.20%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.8.7%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.5%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.12,721
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.37 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$69,306
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$80,951
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.40°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.33 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.45%

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How this home compares

985 Cottage St 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 less than 98% of homes in Ishpeming 49849
  • Costs less per square foot than 92% of homes in Marquette County
  • Smaller than 92% of homes in Ishpeming 49849
  • Has a smaller lot than 83% of homes in Marquette County
  • Older than 81% of homes in Marquette County

What homes are worth in Ishpeming 49849

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

This home
$74K$510K

This home is worth more than 2% of homes in Ishpeming 49849.

How it measures up in Ishpeming 49849

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Ishpeming 49849.

Estimated value$74,692
CheaperTypical $206,706Pricier

Pricier than 2% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$111
CheaperTypical $173Pricier

Pricier than 16% of homes nearby

Living area672 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,250 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 8% of homes nearby

Lot size0.17 ac
SmallerTypical 0.26 acBigger

Bigger than 26% of homes nearby

Year built1916
OlderTypical 1952Newer

Newer than 32% of homes nearby

How 985 Cottage St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeIshpeming 49849Marquette County
Estimated valuepricier than$74,6922% of homes2% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$11116% of homes8% of homes
Living areabigger than672 ft²8% of homes8% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.17 ac26% of homes17% of homes
Year builtnewer than191632% of homes19% of homes

About 985 Cottage St

How much is 985 Cottage St, Ishpeming, MI worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 985 Cottage St, Ishpeming, MI is $74,692 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $53,768 to $95,616. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 985 Cottage St, Ishpeming, MI last sell?

985 Cottage St, Ishpeming, MI last sold on Sep 14, 2021 for $36,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 985 Cottage St, Ishpeming, MI?

985 Cottage St, Ishpeming, MI has 2 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 672 square feet of living space and a 0.17-acre lot.

When was 985 Cottage St, Ishpeming, MI built?

985 Cottage St, Ishpeming, MI was built in 1916, making it 110 years old. It is a ranch home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 985 Cottage St, Ishpeming, MI?

985 Cottage St, Ishpeming, MI is assigned to Westwood High School (high), rated B+; Aspen Ridge Elementary School (elementary), rated B-. All sit in N.I.C.E. Community Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 985 Cottage St, Ishpeming, MI compare to other homes in Ishpeming 49849?

Among the 5,504 homes in Ishpeming 49849, it is worth more than 2% of them ($74,692 against a typical $206,706), its price per square foot is higher than 16% of them ($111 against a typical $173), it is bigger than 8% of them (672 ft² against a typical 1,250 ft²), its lot is bigger than 26% of them (0.17 ac against a typical 0.26 ac) and it is newer than 32% of them (1916 against a typical 1952). Measured against all of Marquette County, it is worth more than 2% 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 985 Cottage St, Ishpeming, MI?

The 2025 property tax bill for 985 Cottage St, Ishpeming, MI was $491. The county assessed it at $34,900.

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