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$319,670
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 86How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Oct 21, 2026
Last sold for $520,000 on Jul 29, 2015

RAILROAD GRADE

SAINT HELEN, MI 48656
3
Beds
1
Baths
40 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2007
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.

Valuation

$320K
$274K low$365K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$520,000 · Jul 29, 2015

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,890 (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.$86,500 (2026)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$74,000
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$173,000

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.29
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
29
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
49
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
65
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
4
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.Residential (General/Single)
CountyROSCOMMON
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.40.00
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
Houghton Lake Jr/Sr High SchoolC-
Middle · Grades 7–12 · 13.8 mi
E
Collins Elementary SchoolC-
Elementary · Grades PK–6 · 14.0 mi

District: Houghton Lake Community School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 48656These 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.117
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.89
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.11

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.56%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.6.8%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.17%
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.4,478
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.28 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$45,306
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$54,379
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.43°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.31 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

Railroad Grade 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 more than 92% of homes in Saint Helen 48656
  • Among the largest lots in Saint Helen 48656
  • Newer than 94% of homes in Roscommon County

What homes are worth in Saint Helen 48656

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

This home
$45K$488K

This home is worth more than 92% of homes in Saint Helen 48656.

How it measures up in Saint Helen 48656

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Saint Helen 48656.

Estimated value$319,670
CheaperTypical $128,736Pricier

Pricier than 92% of homes nearby

Lot size40 ac
SmallerTypical 0.29 acBigger

Bigger than almost all homes nearby

Year built2007
OlderTypical 1982Newer

Newer than 93% of homes nearby

How Railroad Grade ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeSaint Helen 48656Roscommon County
Estimated valuepricier than$319,67092% of homes77% of homes
Lot sizebigger than40 acalmost all homesalmost all homes
Year builtnewer than200793% of homes94% of homes

About Railroad Grade

How much is Railroad Grade, Saint Helen, MI worth?

The TopHap Estimate for Railroad Grade, Saint Helen, MI is $319,670 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $274,445 to $364,895. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did Railroad Grade, Saint Helen, MI last sell?

Railroad Grade, Saint Helen, MI last sold on Jul 29, 2015 for $520,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is Railroad Grade, Saint Helen, MI?

Railroad Grade, Saint Helen, MI has 3 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms and a 40.00-acre lot.

When was Railroad Grade, Saint Helen, MI built?

Railroad Grade, Saint Helen, MI was built in 2007, making it 19 years old.

What schools serve Railroad Grade, Saint Helen, MI?

Railroad Grade, Saint Helen, MI is assigned to Houghton Lake Jr/Sr High School (middle), rated C-; Collins Elementary School (elementary), rated C-. All sit in Houghton Lake Community School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does Railroad Grade, Saint Helen, MI compare to other homes in Saint Helen 48656?

Among the 4,321 homes in Saint Helen 48656, it is worth more than 92% of them ($319,670 against a typical $128,736), its lot is bigger than almost all of them (40 ac against a typical 0.29 ac) and it is newer than 93% of them (2007 against a typical 1982). Measured against all of Roscommon County, it is worth more than 77% 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 Railroad Grade, Saint Helen, MI?

The 2025 property tax bill for Railroad Grade, Saint Helen, MI was $1,890. The county assessed it at $86,500.

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