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$306,907$189 / 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 93How 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 $163,500 on Oct 28, 2015

5205 RIVER RIDGE DR

LANSING, MI 48917
4
Beds
2.5
Baths
1,624 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.
0.29 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1966
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
12
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$307K
$285K low$329K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$163,500 · Oct 28, 2015
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.$92,825
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$74,260
Loan-to-ValueHow much is still owed on the home compared to what it is worth. 80% means loans equal 80% of our estimate, so it shifts when the estimate does.70%
1st MortgageA loan still believed to be open on this home, in the order lenders get repaid. The first position is paid back before the second.$214,082
UNION HOME MORTGAGE CORP · recorded Jul 5, 2022

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$4,708 (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.$133,400 (2026)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$127,700
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$266,800

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.197 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.30%
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
CountyEATON
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.29
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air With Air Conditioning
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Yes
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(3)

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
Elmwood Elementary SchoolB-
Elementary · Grades 1–4 · 0.4 mi
H
Waverly High SchoolC+
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.7 mi
M
Waverly Middle SchoolC-
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 2.0 mi

District: Waverly Community Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 48917These 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.112
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 100.21

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.95%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.27%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.8.3%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.4%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.32,787
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.1,340 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$72,753
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$90,284
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.47°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.51%

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.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

5205 River Ridge Dr 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 74% of homes in Lansing 48917
  • Costs more per square foot than 72% of homes in Lansing 48917
  • Has a smaller lot than 71% of homes in Eaton County

What homes are worth in Lansing 48917

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

This home
$87K$524K

This home is worth more than 74% of homes in Lansing 48917.

How it measures up in Lansing 48917

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Lansing 48917.

Estimated value$306,907
CheaperTypical $253,486Pricier

Pricier than 74% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$189
CheaperTypical $167Pricier

Pricier than 72% of homes nearby

Living area1,624 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,463 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 61% of homes nearby

Lot size0.29 ac
SmallerTypical 0.28 acBigger

Bigger than 52% of homes nearby

Year built1966
OlderTypical 1970Newer

Newer than 43% of homes nearby

How 5205 River Ridge Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeLansing 48917Eaton County
Estimated valuepricier than$306,90774% of homes71% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$18972% of homes68% of homes
Living areabigger than1,624 ft²61% of homes59% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.29 ac52% of homes29% of homes
Year builtnewer than196643% of homes38% of homes

About 5205 River Ridge Dr

How much is 5205 River Ridge Dr, Lansing, MI worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 5205 River Ridge Dr, Lansing, MI is $306,907 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $285,173 to $328,641. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 5205 River Ridge Dr, Lansing, MI last sell?

5205 River Ridge Dr, Lansing, MI last sold on Oct 28, 2015 for $163,500, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 5205 River Ridge Dr, Lansing, MI?

5205 River Ridge Dr, Lansing, MI has 4 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, 1,624 square feet of living space and a 0.29-acre lot.

When was 5205 River Ridge Dr, Lansing, MI built?

5205 River Ridge Dr, Lansing, MI was built in 1966, making it 60 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 5205 River Ridge Dr, Lansing, MI?

5205 River Ridge Dr, Lansing, MI is assigned to Elmwood Elementary School (elementary), rated B-; Waverly High School (high), rated C+; Waverly Middle School (middle), rated C-. All sit in Waverly Community Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 5205 River Ridge Dr, Lansing, MI compare to other homes in Lansing 48917?

Among the 10,052 homes in Lansing 48917, it is worth more than 74% of them ($306,907 against a typical $253,486), its price per square foot is higher than 72% of them ($189 against a typical $167), it is bigger than 61% of them (1,624 ft² against a typical 1,463 ft²), its lot is bigger than 52% of them (0.29 ac against a typical 0.28 ac) and it is newer than 43% of them (1966 against a typical 1970). Measured against all of Eaton County, it is worth more than 71% 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 5205 River Ridge Dr, Lansing, MI?

The 2025 property tax bill for 5205 River Ridge Dr, Lansing, MI was $4,708. The county assessed it at $133,400.

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