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$80,724$48 / 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 86How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Oct 21, 2026

12042 WILSHIRE DR

DETROIT, MI 48213
1.5
Baths
1,680 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.
0.14 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1926
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$81K
$69K low$92K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,297 (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.$50,400 (2026)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$34,500
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$100,800

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.0.14
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Brick
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Hot Water
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
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 · 368 ft²

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
Duke Ellington Conservatory of Music & ArtF
Elementary · Grades PK–8 · 0.5 mi
H
Denby High SchoolF
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.0 mi

District: Detroit Public Schools Community District

Neighborhood · ZIP 48213These 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.157
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.96
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.27

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.77%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.6.5%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.35%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.0%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.18,472
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.3,021 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$36,500
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$52,216
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.50°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.53%

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How this home compares

12042 Wilshire 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 81% of homes in Detroit 48213
  • Costs less per square foot than 93% of homes in Wayne County
  • Bigger than 79% of homes in Wade
  • Has a bigger lot than 83% of homes in Detroit 48213
  • Older than 85% of homes in Wayne County

What homes are worth in Detroit 48213

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

This home
$20K$127K

This home is worth more than 81% of homes in Detroit 48213.

How it measures up in Detroit 48213

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Detroit 48213.

Estimated value$80,724
CheaperTypical $54,011Pricier

Pricier than 81% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$48
CheaperTypical $43Pricier

Pricier than 60% of homes nearby

Living area1,680 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,313 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 79% of homes nearby

Lot size0.14 ac
SmallerTypical 3,920 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 83% of homes nearby

Year built1926
OlderTypical 1927Newer

Newer than 49% of homes nearby

How 12042 Wilshire Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeWadeDetroit 48213Wayne County
Estimated valuepricier than$80,72476% of homes81% of homes20% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$4845% of homes60% of homes7% of homes
Living areabigger than1,680 ft²79% of homes79% of homes73% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.14 ac55% of homes83% of homes51% of homes
Year builtnewer than192626% of homes49% of homes15% of homes

About 12042 Wilshire Dr

How much is 12042 Wilshire Dr, Detroit, MI worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 12042 Wilshire Dr, Detroit, MI is $80,724 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $69,272 to $92,176. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 12042 Wilshire Dr, Detroit, MI last sell?

12042 Wilshire Dr, Detroit, MI last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 12042 Wilshire Dr, Detroit, MI?

12042 Wilshire Dr, Detroit, MI has 1.5 bathrooms, 1,680 square feet of living space and a 0.14-acre lot.

When was 12042 Wilshire Dr, Detroit, MI built?

12042 Wilshire Dr, Detroit, MI was built in 1926, making it 100 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 12042 Wilshire Dr, Detroit, MI?

12042 Wilshire Dr, Detroit, MI is assigned to Duke Ellington Conservatory of Music & Art (elementary), rated F; Denby High School (high), rated F. All sit in Detroit Public Schools Community District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 12042 Wilshire Dr, Detroit, MI compare to other homes in Detroit 48213?

Among the 7,789 homes in Detroit 48213, it is worth more than 81% of them ($80,724 against a typical $54,011), its price per square foot is higher than 60% of them ($48 against a typical $43), it is bigger than 79% of them (1,680 ft² against a typical 1,313 ft²), its lot is bigger than 83% of them (0.14 ac against a typical 3,920 ft²) and it is newer than 49% of them (1926 against a typical 1927). Measured against all of Wayne County, it is worth more than 20% 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 12042 Wilshire Dr, Detroit, MI?

The 2025 property tax bill for 12042 Wilshire Dr, Detroit, MI was $1,297. The county assessed it at $50,400.

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