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$52,815$49 / 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 84How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Sep 24, 2026
Last sold for $33,000 on Nov 10, 2023

10498 MERLIN ST

DETROIT, MI 48224
1
Baths
1,074 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.
3,920 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1946
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
1
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$53K
$44K low$61K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$33,000 · Nov 10, 2023

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,015 (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.$32,600 (2026)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$27,200
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$65,200

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
CountyWAYNE
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.09
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air With Air Conditioning
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Detached
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Porch · 24 ft²

Transaction History(12)

Sales and refinances filed with the county for this home. Not every transfer is a normal sale, so check the type before comparing prices.

Foreclosure Filings(1)

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

E
Carleton Elementary SchoolF
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 0.5 mi
H
Denby High SchoolF
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.9 mi
M
Fisher Magnet Upper Academy
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.5 mi

District: Detroit Public Schools Community District

Neighborhood · ZIP 48224These 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.122
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.95
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.23

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.85%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.9.1%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.31%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.2%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.39,514
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.6,883 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$47,558
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$62,037
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.49°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.34 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.53%

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How this home compares

10498 Merlin St 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 93% of homes in Wayne County
  • Costs less per square foot than 93% of homes in Detroit 48224
  • Smaller than 68% of homes in Wayne County
  • Has a smaller lot than 97% of homes in Yorkshire Woods
  • Newer than 83% of homes in Yorkshire Woods

What homes are worth in Detroit 48224

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

This home
$39K$236K

This home is worth more than 8% of homes in Detroit 48224.

How it measures up in Detroit 48224

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Detroit 48224.

Estimated value$52,815
CheaperTypical $88,711Pricier

Pricier than 8% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$49
CheaperTypical $76Pricier

Pricier than 7% of homes nearby

Living area1,074 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,193 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 35% of homes nearby

Lot size3,920 ft²
SmallerTypical 0.11 acBigger

Bigger than 5% of homes nearby

Year built1946
OlderTypical 1940Newer

Newer than 81% of homes nearby

How 10498 Merlin St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeYorkshire WoodsDetroit 48224Wayne County
Estimated valuepricier than$52,81514% of homes8% of homes7% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$4916% of homes7% of homes8% of homes
Living areabigger than1,074 ft²40% of homes35% of homes32% of homes
Lot sizebigger than3,920 ft²3% of homes5% of homes10% of homes
Year builtnewer than194683% of homes81% of homes38% of homes

About 10498 Merlin St

How much is 10498 Merlin St, Detroit, MI worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 10498 Merlin St, Detroit, MI is $52,815 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $44,145 to $61,485. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 10498 Merlin St, Detroit, MI last sell?

10498 Merlin St, Detroit, MI last sold on Nov 10, 2023 for $33,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 5 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 10498 Merlin St, Detroit, MI?

10498 Merlin St, Detroit, MI has 1 bathrooms, 1,074 square feet of living space and a 0.09-acre lot.

When was 10498 Merlin St, Detroit, MI built?

10498 Merlin St, Detroit, MI was built in 1946, making it 80 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 10498 Merlin St, Detroit, MI?

10498 Merlin St, Detroit, MI is assigned to Carleton Elementary School (elementary), rated F; Denby High School (high), rated F; Fisher Magnet Upper Academy (middle). All sit in Detroit Public Schools Community District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 10498 Merlin St, Detroit, MI compare to other homes in Detroit 48224?

Among the 16,198 homes in Detroit 48224, it is worth more than 8% of them ($52,815 against a typical $88,711), its price per square foot is higher than 7% of them ($49 against a typical $76), it is bigger than 35% of them (1,074 ft² against a typical 1,193 ft²), its lot is bigger than 5% of them (3,920 ft² against a typical 0.11 ac) and it is newer than 81% of them (1946 against a typical 1940). Measured against all of Wayne County, it is worth more than 7% 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 10498 Merlin St, Detroit, MI?

The 2025 property tax bill for 10498 Merlin St, Detroit, MI was $2,015. The county assessed it at $32,600.

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