Sanilac County property record for 5838 Ruth Rd N, Palms, MI 48465
| Property Type | Single Family Home |
|---|---|
| Lot Size | 14 acres (609,840 sqft) |
| Owner | Individual Name on File |
| Last Sale | $260,000 (Aug 2020) |
| Tax Bill | $1,141 (2025) |
| Flood Zone | Zone X (minimal risk) |
| APN | 170-005-200-030-05 |
| Primary APN | 170-005-200-030-05 |
|---|
| Lot Area | 609,840 sqft (14 acres) |
|---|---|
| Lot Dimensions | 1,022 ft deep x 578 ft wide |
| Street Address | 5838 RUTH RD N |
|---|---|
| City | PALMS |
| State | MI |
| Zip | 48465-9786 |
| Property Category | Residential |
| Property Type | Residential > Single Family > Home |
| Legal Description | T13N R15E SEC 5 COMM AT NW COR OF SEC TH S OD31M37S W 1313.01 FT ALG W SEC LINE TO POB. TH RUNNING S 89D15M49S E 1316.44 FT, |
| Legal Subdivision | SECTION 05 |
| Jurisdiction | SANILAC MI |
| Township / Civil Division | MARION |
| Census Block Group | 1 |
| Census Block | 1007 |
| Census Tract | 970400 |
5838 Ruth Rd N is owned and occupied by an individual who bought it in August 2020.
Source: Sanilac County records, as of October 20, 2026
| Owner of Record | Individual Name on File |
|---|---|
| Mailing Address | 5838 RUTH RD N, PALMS, MI 48465-9786 |
| Occupancy | Owner Occupied |
| Owner Type | Individual |
Owner names and exact recorded amounts are on file and can be viewed instantly on this page with a free 10-day trial.
| Deed Names | Name on Deed |
|---|---|
| Last Sale | Aug 21, 2020 · Amount on File |
| Deed Sale | Aug 21, 2020 · Amount on File |
| Prior Sale | Nov 19, 2008 · Amount on File |
| Prior Transfer Date | Mar 30, 2012 |
| Prior Transfer Doc | 01160/00006 |
| Record Updated | Oct 29, 2026 |
The 2025 property tax bill for 5838 Ruth Rd N was $1,141 with a homeowner's exemption.
Source: Sanilac County assessment roll, as of July 15, 2025
| Type | Name |
|---|---|
| State | Michigan |
| County | Sanilac County |
| County Subdivision | Marion Township |
| Unified School District | Deckerville Community School District (KG - 12) |
| Year | Tax Bill | Assessed Value | Assessed Market Value |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | $164,400 (+4.71%) | $328,800 (+4.71%) | |
| 2025 | $1,141.00 Homeowner's exemption | $157,000 | $314,000 |
| 2023 | $137,300 | $274,600 | |
| 2022 | $1,983.00 |
Assessed value and assessed market value are set for property tax purposes and are not market price estimates.
FEMA maps place 5838 Ruth Rd N in Zone X, an area of minimal flood risk.
Source: FEMA National Flood Hazard Layer, effective August 9, 2021
| FEMA Flood Zone | Zone X minimal risk |
|---|---|
| Flood Insurance Requirement | Not required lenders may require it |
Values are read at the parcel center point; lenders make the official flood determination.
Wildfire risk around 5838 Ruth Rd N 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 95% of the US · lower than 89% of Michigan |
|---|---|
| Wildfire Likelihood | Under 0.01% annual chance |
| Exposure | Direct burnable vegetation |
Values cover an area roughly 900 ft across, not the parcel itself; insurers use their own ratings.
Source: FCC Broadband Data Collection, based on 2 locations within half a mile, as of December 31, 2025
| Provider | Max Down / Up (Mbps) |
|---|---|
| Highline Internet Fiber | 1,000 / 1,000 |
| AVS Broadband Fixed Wireless | 100 / 20 |
5G (outdoors only) and 4G LTE
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