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$58,619$50 / 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 82How 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 $8,000 on Feb 5, 2013

12543 DUCHESS ST

DETROIT, MI 48224
1.5
Baths
1,178 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.
0.11 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1939
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

$59K
$48K low$69K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$8,000 · Feb 5, 2013

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,477 (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.$46,100 (2026)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$43,000
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$92,200

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.0.11
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
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 · 72 ft²

Transaction History(4)

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(2)

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

E
Carleton Elementary SchoolC-
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 0.4 mi
H
Denby High SchoolC-
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.4 mi
M
Fisher Magnet Upper Academy
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.7 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

12543 Duchess 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 90% of homes in Wayne County
  • Costs less per square foot than 93% of homes in Moross / Morang
  • Bigger than 83% of homes in Moross / Morang
  • Has a smaller lot than 66% of homes in Wayne County
  • Older than 92% of homes in Moross / Morang

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$233K

This home is worth more than 13% 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$58,619
CheaperTypical $88,845Pricier

Pricier than 13% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$50
CheaperTypical $77Pricier

Pricier than 8% of homes nearby

Living area1,178 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,194 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 48% of homes nearby

Lot size0.11 ac
SmallerTypical 0.11 acBigger

Bigger than 57% of homes nearby

Year built1939
OlderTypical 1940Newer

Newer than 48% of homes nearby

How 12543 Duchess St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeMoross / MorangDetroit 48224Wayne County
Estimated valuepricier than$58,61922% of homes13% of homes10% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$507% of homes8% of homes8% of homes
Living areabigger than1,178 ft²83% of homes48% of homes43% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.11 ac45% of homes57% of homes34% of homes
Year builtnewer than19398% of homes48% of homes27% of homes

About 12543 Duchess St

How much is 12543 Duchess St, Detroit, MI worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 12543 Duchess St, Detroit, MI is $58,619 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $48,065 to $69,173. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 12543 Duchess St, Detroit, MI last sell?

12543 Duchess St, Detroit, MI last sold on Feb 5, 2013 for $8,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 12543 Duchess St, Detroit, MI?

12543 Duchess St, Detroit, MI has 1.5 bathrooms, 1,178 square feet of living space and a 0.11-acre lot.

When was 12543 Duchess St, Detroit, MI built?

12543 Duchess St, Detroit, MI was built in 1939, making it 87 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 12543 Duchess St, Detroit, MI?

12543 Duchess St, Detroit, MI is assigned to Carleton Elementary School (elementary), rated C-; Denby High School (high), rated C-; 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 12543 Duchess St, Detroit, MI compare to other homes in Detroit 48224?

Among the 16,198 homes in Detroit 48224, it is worth more than 13% of them ($58,619 against a typical $88,845), its price per square foot is higher than 8% of them ($50 against a typical $77), it is bigger than 48% of them (1,178 ft² against a typical 1,194 ft²), its lot is bigger than 57% of them (0.11 ac against a typical 0.11 ac) and it is newer than 48% of them (1939 against a typical 1940). Measured against all of Wayne County, it is worth more than 10% 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 12543 Duchess St, Detroit, MI?

The 2025 property tax bill for 12543 Duchess St, Detroit, MI was $1,477. The county assessed it at $46,100.

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