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$117,942$273 / 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 59How 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 $52,500 on Aug 23, 2022

4879 E BLACK RIVER RD

BLACK RIVER, MI 48721
1
Baths
432 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.
15.08 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1940
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.

Valuation

$118K
$69K low$166K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$52,500 · Aug 23, 2022
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.$117,942
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$94,354

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$555 (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.$17,500 (2026)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$20,400
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$35,000

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.25
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
16
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.
10
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.Rustic
CountyALCONA
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.15.08
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.None
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.None
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.

E
Alcona Elementary SchoolC-
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 11.4 mi
M
Alcona High SchoolB-
Middle · Grades 6–12 · 11.7 mi

District: Alcona Community Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 48721These 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.84
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.93
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.61%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.9.6%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.16%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.6%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.437
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.15 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$52,569
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$63,640
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.44°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.30 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.50%

Ownership

OccupancyWhether the owner appears to live here or somewhere else. It is inferred from the mailing address on record.Absentee owner
Company ownedWhether the owner is a company or trust rather than a person.No

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

4879 E Black 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 90% of homes in Black River 48721
  • Costs more per square foot than 85% of homes in Alcona County
  • Smaller than 98% of homes in Black River 48721
  • Has a bigger lot than 80% of homes in Alcona County
  • Older than 82% of homes in Alcona County

What homes are worth in Black River 48721

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

This home
$62K$837K

This home is worth more than 10% of homes in Black River 48721.

How it measures up in Black River 48721

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Black River 48721.

Estimated value$117,942
CheaperTypical $247,597Pricier

Pricier than 10% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$273
CheaperTypical $217Pricier

Pricier than 70% of homes nearby

Living area432 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,260 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 2% of homes nearby

Lot size15.08 ac
SmallerTypical 0.69 acBigger

Bigger than 77% of homes nearby

Year built1940
OlderTypical 1973Newer

Newer than 28% of homes nearby

How 4879 E Black River Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeBlack River 48721Alcona County
Estimated valuepricier than$117,94210% of homes18% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$27370% of homes85% of homes
Living areabigger than432 ft²2% of homes2% of homes
Lot sizebigger than15.08 ac77% of homes80% of homes
Year builtnewer than194028% of homes18% of homes

About 4879 E Black River Rd

How much is 4879 E Black River Rd, Black River, MI worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 4879 E Black River Rd, Black River, MI is $117,942 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $69,444 to $166,440. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 4879 E Black River Rd, Black River, MI last sell?

4879 E Black River Rd, Black River, MI last sold on Aug 23, 2022 for $52,500, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 4879 E Black River Rd, Black River, MI?

4879 E Black River Rd, Black River, MI has 1 bathrooms, 432 square feet of living space and a 15.08-acre lot.

When was 4879 E Black River Rd, Black River, MI built?

4879 E Black River Rd, Black River, MI was built in 1940, making it 86 years old. It is a rustic home.

What schools serve 4879 E Black River Rd, Black River, MI?

4879 E Black River Rd, Black River, MI is assigned to Alcona Elementary School (elementary), rated C-; Alcona High School (middle), rated B-. All sit in Alcona Community Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 4879 E Black River Rd, Black River, MI compare to other homes in Black River 48721?

Among the 485 homes in Black River 48721, it is worth more than 10% of them ($117,942 against a typical $247,597), its price per square foot is higher than 70% of them ($273 against a typical $217), it is bigger than 2% of them (432 ft² against a typical 1,260 ft²), its lot is bigger than 77% of them (15.08 ac against a typical 0.69 ac) and it is newer than 28% of them (1940 against a typical 1973). Measured against all of Alcona County, it is worth more than 18% 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 4879 E Black River Rd, Black River, MI?

The 2025 property tax bill for 4879 E Black River Rd, Black River, MI was $555. The county assessed it at $17,500.

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