Cass County property record for 55663 Forest Beach Dr, Eau Claire, MI 49111
| Property Type | Single Family Home |
|---|---|
| Details | 2 bd · 1 ba · 900 sqft · built 1971 |
| Lot Size | 0.22 acres (9,583 sqft) |
| Owner | Individual Name on File |
| Tax Bill | $5,908 (2025) |
| Deeds & Mortgages | Aug 2023 Sale Jun 2023 Sale |
| Flood Zone | Zone X (minimal risk) |
| APN | 14-130-143-002-00 |
| Primary APN | 14-130-143-002-00 |
|---|
| Bedrooms | 2 Beds |
|---|---|
| Full Baths | 1 Bath |
| Building Area | 900 sqft Building Perimeter |
| 1st Floor Area | 900 sqft |
| Fireplaces | 1 Fireplace |
| Fireplace | Fireplace |
| Year Built | Built 1971 |
|---|---|
| Effective Year Built | Effective 1971 |
| Lot Area | 9,583 sqft (0.22 acres) |
| Garage Area | 572 sqft |
| Heating System | Space Heater |
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| Street Address | 55663 FOREST BEACH DR |
|---|---|
| City | EAU CLAIRE |
| State | MI |
| Zip | 49111-9527 |
| Property Category | Residential |
| Property Type | Residential > Single Family > Home |
| Legal Description | 357-1257 860A-2 LOTS 2, 3 & 4, EX S 30 FT LOT 2 BLK 3. FOREST BEACH. ASSESSMENT INCLUDES 1/7 INTEREST IN PARCEL |
| Legal Subdivision | FOREST BEACH SUBDIVISION |
| Legal Block | 3 |
| Legal Lot Number | 2,4 |
| Jurisdiction | CASS MI |
| Township / Civil Division | SILVER CREEK |
| Census Block Group | 2 |
| Census Block | 2019 |
| Census Tract | 1901 |
55663 Forest Beach Dr is owned and occupied by an individual who acquired it in March 2012.
Source: Cass County records, as of October 1, 2026
| Owner of Record | Individual Name on File |
|---|---|
| Mailing Address | 54764 INDIAN LAKE RD, DOWAGIAC, MI 49047-9364 |
| Occupancy | Owner Occupied |
| Owner Type | Individual |
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| Date | Document |
|---|---|
| Aug 24, 2023 | Deed, Transfer |
| Jun 16, 2023 | Affidavit, Transfer CASS COUNTY TITLE OFFICE INC |
| Deed Names | Name on Deed |
|---|---|
| Last Transfer Date | Mar 30, 2012 |
| Transfer Doc | 01040/1305 |
| Record Updated | Oct 29, 2026 |
| Document Type | Deed |
|---|---|
| Jurisdiction | CASS MI |
| Recording Date | Aug 24, 2023 |
| Property Address | 55663 FOREST BEACH DR, EAU CLAIRE, MI 49111-9527 |
| Document Number | 01236/1180 |
| Book / Page | 1236 / 1180 |
| Map Reference | LB 1 PG 92 |
| Instrument Date | Aug 24, 2023 |
| Transaction Type | Transfer |
| Record Updated | Sep 19, 2023 |
| Tax | $0.00 |
|---|---|
| Amount Accuracy | Transfer Tax Exempt |
| Additional |
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| Name | Verified Name |
|---|---|
| Address | 54674 INDIAN LAKE RD, DOWAGIAC, MI 49047-9333 |
| Name | Verified Name |
|---|---|
| Address | 54674 INDIAN LAKE RD, DOWAGIAC, MI 49047-9333 |
| Document Type | Affidavit |
|---|---|
| Jurisdiction | CASS MI |
| Recording Date | Jun 16, 2023 |
| Property Address | 55663 FOREST BEACH DR, EAU CLAIRE, MI 49111-9527 |
| Document Number | 01233/1862 |
| Book / Page | 1233 / 1862 |
| Map Reference | LB 1 PG 92 |
| Instrument Date | Jun 8, 2023 |
| Transaction Type | Transfer |
| Record Updated | Jul 19, 2023 |
| Title Company | CASS COUNTY TITLE OFFICE INC |
| Tax | $0.00 |
|---|---|
| Amount Accuracy | No Consideration Stated |
| Additional |
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| Name | Verified Name |
|---|---|
| Address | 25265 70TH ST, DOWAGIAC, MI 49047-9444 |
| Name | Verified Name |
|---|---|
| Address | 54764 INDIAN LAKE RD, DOWAGIAC, MI 49047-9364 |
The 2025 property tax bill for 55663 Forest Beach Dr was $5,908 with a homeowner's exemption, up 7.4% from the year before.
Source: Cass County assessment roll, as of October 1, 2026
| Type | Name |
|---|---|
| State | Michigan |
| County | Cass County |
| County Subdivision | Silver Creek Township |
| Unified School District | Dowagiac Union Schools (KG - 12) |
| Year | Tax Bill | Assessed Value | Assessed Market Value |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | $153,500 (+10.83%) Land $153,500 | $307,000 (+10.83%) Land $307,000 | |
| 2025 | $5,908.00 (+7.44%) Homeowner's exemption | $138,500 Land $138,500 | $277,000 Land $277,000 |
| 2024 | $5,499.00 | ||
| 2023 | $114,500 (+9.46%) | $229,000 (+9.46%) | |
| 2022 | $2,221.00 Homeowner's exemption | $104,600 | $209,200 |
| 2020 | $1,563.00 |
Assessed value and assessed market value are set for property tax purposes and are not market price estimates.
FEMA maps place 55663 Forest Beach Dr in Zone X, an area of minimal flood risk, within 100 ft of a high-risk flood zone.
Source: FEMA National Flood Hazard Layer, effective September 5, 2007 · OpenFEMA NFIP redacted claims and policies, as of September 2026
| FEMA Flood Zone | Zone X minimal risk |
|---|---|
| Nearest Special Flood Hazard Area | Zone A, within 100 ft |
| Flood Insurance Requirement | Not required lenders may require it |
| Nearby Flood Policies | 8 in force |
Values are read at the parcel center point; flood claims are located to the census block group, not this parcel; lenders make the official flood determination.
Wildfire risk around 55663 Forest Beach Dr is low, with less than a 0.01% annual chance of wildfire.
Source: USDA Forest Service Wildfire Risk to Communities (2nd edition), as of 2024
| Wildfire Risk | Low lower than 98% of the US · lower than 95% of Michigan |
|---|---|
| Wildfire Likelihood | Under 0.01% annual chance |
| Exposure | None beyond ember reach |
Values cover an area roughly 900 ft across, not the parcel itself; insurers use their own ratings.
Source: FCC Broadband Data Collection, based on 76 locations within half a mile, as of December 31, 2025
| Provider | Max Down / Up (Mbps) |
|---|---|
| Xfinity Cable | 1,200 / 35 |
| Starlink Satellite | 280 / 30 |
May also be available: Mercury Fiber.
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