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$119,309$84 / 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 73How 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 $83,000 on Feb 6, 2019

5261 ROCK RIVER RD

CHATHAM, MI 49816
1.5
Baths
1,425 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.
0.26 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1955
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.

Valuation

$119K
$88K low$151K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$83,000 · Feb 6, 2019
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.$119,309
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$95,447

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,240 (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.$74,200 (2026)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$63,300
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$148,400

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.24
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.
59
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
6
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.

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
CountyALGER
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.26
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.

E
Superior Central SchoolB-
Elementary · Grades PK–12 · 2.1 mi

District: Superior Central Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 49816These 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.102
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.72
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.7

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.62%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.15%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.8.2%
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.393
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.8 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$62,841
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$74,718
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.42°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.45%

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

5261 Rock 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 94% of homes in Alger County
  • Costs less per square foot than 93% of homes in Alger County
  • Bigger than 72% of homes in Chatham 49816
  • Has a smaller lot than 94% of homes in Chatham 49816
  • Older than 75% of homes in Alger County

What homes are worth in Chatham 49816

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

This home
$61K$350K

This home is worth more than 18% of homes in Chatham 49816.

How it measures up in Chatham 49816

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Chatham 49816.

Estimated value$119,309
CheaperTypical $192,895Pricier

Pricier than 18% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$84
CheaperTypical $145Pricier

Pricier than 12% of homes nearby

Living area1,425 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,216 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 72% of homes nearby

Lot size0.26 ac
SmallerTypical 10 acBigger

Bigger than 6% of homes nearby

Year built1955
OlderTypical 1974Newer

Newer than 34% of homes nearby

How 5261 Rock River Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeChatham 49816Alger County
Estimated valuepricier than$119,30918% of homes6% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$8412% of homes7% of homes
Living areabigger than1,425 ft²72% of homes67% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.26 ac6% of homes16% of homes
Year builtnewer than195534% of homes25% of homes

About 5261 Rock River Rd

How much is 5261 Rock River Rd, Chatham, MI worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 5261 Rock River Rd, Chatham, MI is $119,309 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $87,517 to $151,101. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 5261 Rock River Rd, Chatham, MI last sell?

5261 Rock River Rd, Chatham, MI last sold on Feb 6, 2019 for $83,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 5261 Rock River Rd, Chatham, MI?

5261 Rock River Rd, Chatham, MI has 1.5 bathrooms, 1,425 square feet of living space and a 0.26-acre lot.

When was 5261 Rock River Rd, Chatham, MI built?

5261 Rock River Rd, Chatham, MI was built in 1955, making it 71 years old.

What schools serve 5261 Rock River Rd, Chatham, MI?

5261 Rock River Rd, Chatham, MI is assigned to Superior Central School (elementary), rated B-. All sit in Superior Central Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 5261 Rock River Rd, Chatham, MI compare to other homes in Chatham 49816?

Among the 440 homes in Chatham 49816, it is worth more than 18% of them ($119,309 against a typical $192,895), its price per square foot is higher than 12% of them ($84 against a typical $145), it is bigger than 72% of them (1,425 ft² against a typical 1,216 ft²), its lot is bigger than 6% of them (0.26 ac against a typical 10 ac) and it is newer than 34% of them (1955 against a typical 1974). Measured against all of Alger 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 5261 Rock River Rd, Chatham, MI?

The 2025 property tax bill for 5261 Rock River Rd, Chatham, MI was $1,240. The county assessed it at $74,200.

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