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$82,747$58 / 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

55879 COLBY ST

DOWAGIAC, MI 49047
1
Baths
1,434 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.
2.34 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.

Valuation

$83K
$76K low$89K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$541 (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.$50,200 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$50,200
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$44,800
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$100,400

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.36
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
7
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
65
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
69
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
CountyCASS
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.2.34
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
Dowagiac Middle SchoolC
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.3 mi
H
Union High SchoolB-
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.5 mi
E
Kincheloe Elementary SchoolC-
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 3.1 mi

District: Dowagiac Union Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 49047These 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.129
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.82
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.77%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.12%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.21%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.3%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.14,074
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.113 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$57,270
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$83,781
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

55879 Colby 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 94% of homes in Cass County
  • Costs less per square foot than 98% of homes in Cass County
  • Has a bigger lot than 81% of homes in Dowagiac 49047

What homes are worth in Dowagiac 49047

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

This home
$60K$1M

This home is worth more than 7% of homes in Dowagiac 49047.

How it measures up in Dowagiac 49047

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Dowagiac 49047.

Estimated value$82,747
CheaperTypical $205,079Pricier

Pricier than 7% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$58
CheaperTypical $154Pricier

Pricier than 3% of homes nearby

Living area1,434 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,342 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 58% of homes nearby

Lot size2.34 ac
SmallerTypical 0.35 acBigger

Bigger than 81% of homes nearby

How 55879 Colby St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeDowagiac 49047Cass County
Estimated valuepricier than$82,7477% of homes6% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$583% of homes2% of homes
Living areabigger than1,434 ft²58% of homes51% of homes
Lot sizebigger than2.34 ac81% of homes73% of homes

About 55879 Colby St

How much is 55879 Colby St, Dowagiac, MI worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 55879 Colby St, Dowagiac, MI is $82,747 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $76,248 to $89,246. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 55879 Colby St, Dowagiac, MI last sell?

55879 Colby St, Dowagiac, MI last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 55879 Colby St, Dowagiac, MI?

55879 Colby St, Dowagiac, MI has 1 bathrooms, 1,434 square feet of living space and a 2.34-acre lot.

What schools serve 55879 Colby St, Dowagiac, MI?

55879 Colby St, Dowagiac, MI is assigned to Dowagiac Middle School (middle), rated C; Union High School (high), rated B-; Kincheloe Elementary School (elementary), rated C-. All sit in Dowagiac Union Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 55879 Colby St, Dowagiac, MI compare to other homes in Dowagiac 49047?

Among the 7,410 homes in Dowagiac 49047, it is worth more than 7% of them ($82,747 against a typical $205,079), its price per square foot is higher than 3% of them ($58 against a typical $154), it is bigger than 58% of them (1,434 ft² against a typical 1,342 ft²) and its lot is bigger than 81% of them (2.34 ac against a typical 0.35 ac). Measured against all of Cass County, it is worth more than 6% 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 55879 Colby St, Dowagiac, MI?

The 2025 property tax bill for 55879 Colby St, Dowagiac, MI was $541. The county assessed it at $50,200.

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