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$100,647$60 / 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 85How 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 $140,000 on Sep 13, 2023

1247 FERDINAND ST

DETROIT, MI 48209
1.5
Baths
1,690 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.
0.12 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1908
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$101K
$85K low$116K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$140,000 · Sep 13, 2023

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,972 (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.$91,100 (2026)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$56,700
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$182,200

Climate Risk

Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.27 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.30%
FEMA Flood ZoneFEMA's flood zone for this address. Zones starting with A or V are high risk, and lenders usually require flood insurance there.minimal

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
CountyWAYNE
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.12
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Brick
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air With Air Conditioning
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.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 · 248 ft²

Transaction History(1)

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
Maybury Elementary SchoolB
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 0.2 mi
M
Amelia Earhart Elementary-Middle SchoolD+
Middle · Grades PK–8 · 0.4 mi
H
Western International High SchoolD
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.4 mi

District: Detroit Public Schools Community District

Neighborhood · ZIP 48209These 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.120
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.97
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.25

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.86%
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.31%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.7%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.26,217
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.3,353 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$34,590
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$47,575
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

1247 Ferdinand 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 more than 78% of homes in Detroit 48209
  • Costs less per square foot than 87% of homes in Wayne County
  • Bigger than 73% of homes in Detroit 48209
  • Has a bigger lot than 86% of homes in Detroit 48209
  • Among the oldest homes in Wayne County

What homes are worth in Detroit 48209

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

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$46K$177K

This home is worth more than 78% of homes in Detroit 48209.

How it measures up in Detroit 48209

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Detroit 48209.

Estimated value$100,647
CheaperTypical $78,962Pricier

Pricier than 78% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$60
CheaperTypical $63Pricier

Pricier than 41% of homes nearby

Living area1,690 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,348 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 73% of homes nearby

Lot size0.12 ac
SmallerTypical 3,485 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 86% of homes nearby

Year built1908
OlderTypical 1915Newer

Newer than 26% of homes nearby

How 1247 Ferdinand St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeCentral SouthwestDetroit 48209Wayne County
Estimated valuepricier than$100,64770% of homes78% of homes27% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$6048% of homes41% of homes13% of homes
Living areabigger than1,690 ft²63% of homes73% of homes73% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.12 ac81% of homes86% of homes34% of homes
Year builtnewer than190848% of homes26% of homesalmost no homes

About 1247 Ferdinand St

How much is 1247 Ferdinand St, Detroit, MI worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 1247 Ferdinand St, Detroit, MI is $100,647 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $85,415 to $115,879. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 1247 Ferdinand St, Detroit, MI last sell?

1247 Ferdinand St, Detroit, MI last sold on Sep 13, 2023 for $140,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 1247 Ferdinand St, Detroit, MI?

1247 Ferdinand St, Detroit, MI has 1.5 bathrooms, 1,690 square feet of living space and a 0.12-acre lot.

When was 1247 Ferdinand St, Detroit, MI built?

1247 Ferdinand St, Detroit, MI was built in 1908, making it 118 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 1247 Ferdinand St, Detroit, MI?

1247 Ferdinand St, Detroit, MI is assigned to Maybury Elementary School (elementary), rated B; Amelia Earhart Elementary-Middle School (middle), rated D+; Western International High School (high), rated D. All sit in Detroit Public Schools Community District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 1247 Ferdinand St, Detroit, MI compare to other homes in Detroit 48209?

Among the 6,778 homes in Detroit 48209, it is worth more than 78% of them ($100,647 against a typical $78,962), its price per square foot is higher than 41% of them ($60 against a typical $63), it is bigger than 73% of them (1,690 ft² against a typical 1,348 ft²), its lot is bigger than 86% of them (0.12 ac against a typical 3,485 ft²) and it is newer than 26% of them (1908 against a typical 1915). Measured against all of Wayne County, it is worth more than 27% 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 1247 Ferdinand St, Detroit, MI?

The 2025 property tax bill for 1247 Ferdinand St, Detroit, MI was $2,972. The county assessed it at $91,100.

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