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$185,357$161 / 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 82How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Jul 14, 2026
Last sold for $30,000 on Apr 21, 2011

9856 RIVER RD

CLAY, MI 48001
3
Beds
1
Baths
1,150 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.
0.12 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.

Valuation

$185K
$151K low$219K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$30,000 · Apr 21, 2011
Est. Owner EquityRoughly how much of the home's value the owner would keep after paying off known loans. It is our estimate minus the loans still owed.$185,357
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$148,286

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,106 (2024)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$104,000 (2025)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$104,000
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$208,000

Climate Risk

Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.8 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.34%
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.1 percent flood zone

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
CountySt. Clair
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.12
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

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.

E
Millside Elementary School
Elementary · Grades PK–1 · 1.5 mi
M
Algonac Juniorsenior High SchoolC+
Middle · Grades 7–12 · 3.5 mi

District: Algonac Community School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 48001These 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.138
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.102
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.20

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.87%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.14%
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.1.2%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.11,036
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.333 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$70,096
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$87,758
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.48°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.53%

Ownership

OccupancyWhether the owner appears to live here or somewhere else. It is inferred from the mailing address on record.Owner occupied
Company ownedWhether the owner is a company or trust rather than a person.Yes

Data by ATTOM. Valuations are automated estimates, not appraisals. Photos from Google Street View and may not depict the current property state.

How this home compares

9856 River Rd 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 66% of homes in Algonac 48001
  • Smaller than 76% of homes in St. Clair County
  • Has a smaller lot than 94% of homes in Algonac 48001

What homes are worth in Algonac 48001

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

This home
$28K$737K

This home is worth more than 34% of homes in Algonac 48001.

How it measures up in Algonac 48001

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Algonac 48001.

Estimated value$185,357
CheaperTypical $235,573Pricier

Pricier than 34% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$161
CheaperTypical $171Pricier

Pricier than 44% of homes nearby

Living area1,150 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,468 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 27% of homes nearby

Lot size0.12 ac
SmallerTypical 0.24 acBigger

Bigger than 6% of homes nearby

How 9856 River Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeAlgonac 48001St. Clair County
Estimated valuepricier than$185,35734% of homes38% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$16144% of homes60% of homes
Living areabigger than1,150 ft²27% of homes24% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.12 ac6% of homes9% of homes

About 9856 River Rd

How much is 9856 River Rd, Clay, MI worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 9856 River Rd, Clay, MI is $185,357 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $151,309 to $219,405. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 9856 River Rd, Clay, MI last sell?

9856 River Rd, Clay, MI last sold on Apr 21, 2011 for $30,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 9856 River Rd, Clay, MI?

9856 River Rd, Clay, MI has 3 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,150 square feet of living space and a 0.12-acre lot.

What schools serve 9856 River Rd, Clay, MI?

9856 River Rd, Clay, MI is assigned to Millside Elementary School (elementary); Algonac Juniorsenior High School (middle), rated C+. All sit in Algonac Community School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 9856 River Rd, Clay, MI compare to other homes in Algonac 48001?

Among the 6,224 homes in Algonac 48001, it is worth more than 34% of them ($185,357 against a typical $235,573), its price per square foot is higher than 44% of them ($161 against a typical $171), it is bigger than 27% of them (1,150 ft² against a typical 1,468 ft²) and its lot is bigger than 6% of them (0.12 ac against a typical 0.24 ac). Measured against all of St. Clair County, it is worth more than 38% 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 9856 River Rd, Clay, MI?

The 2024 property tax bill for 9856 River Rd, Clay, MI was $2,106. The county assessed it at $104,000.

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