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$513,047$188 / 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 89How 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

1255 ESSAY LN

HOLLY, MI 48442
4
Beds
2.5
Baths
2,735 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.
3.95 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1975
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
6
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.
5
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$513K
$454K low$572K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,602 (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.$247,650 (2025)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$266,350
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$495,300

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.26 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
CountyOAKLAND
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.3.95
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Brick
FoundationWhat the home is built on, such as a concrete slab, a crawl space, or a basement.No Foundation
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Hot Water
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.None
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 · 162 ft²

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

E
Highland Elementary SchoolC+
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 3.8 mi
H
Milford High SchoolA
High · Grades 9–12 · 5.2 mi
M
Muir Middle SchoolA-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 6.9 mi

District: Huron Valley Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 48442These 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.110
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.98
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.20

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.94%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.18%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.8.2%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.1%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.22,520
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.257 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$83,613
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$109,823
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.47°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.32 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

1255 Essay Ln 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 89% of homes in Holly 48442
  • Costs less per square foot than 71% of homes in Oakland County
  • Bigger than 92% of homes in Holly 48442
  • Has a bigger lot than 93% of homes in Oakland County

What homes are worth in Holly 48442

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

This home
$157K$723K

This home is worth more than 89% of homes in Holly 48442.

How it measures up in Holly 48442

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Holly 48442.

Estimated value$513,047
CheaperTypical $324,146Pricier

Pricier than 89% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$188
CheaperTypical $197Pricier

Pricier than 41% of homes nearby

Living area2,735 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,668 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 92% of homes nearby

Lot size3.95 ac
SmallerTypical 1 acBigger

Bigger than 77% of homes nearby

Year built1975
OlderTypical 1978Newer

Newer than 46% of homes nearby

How 1255 Essay Ln ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeHolly 48442Oakland County
Estimated valuepricier than$513,04789% of homes72% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$18841% of homes29% of homes
Living areabigger than2,735 ft²92% of homes83% of homes
Lot sizebigger than3.95 ac77% of homes93% of homes
Year builtnewer than197546% of homes56% of homes

About 1255 Essay Ln

How much is 1255 Essay Ln, Holly, MI worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 1255 Essay Ln, Holly, MI is $513,047 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $454,464 to $571,630. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 1255 Essay Ln, Holly, MI last sell?

1255 Essay Ln, Holly, MI last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 1255 Essay Ln, Holly, MI?

1255 Essay Ln, Holly, MI has 4 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, 2,735 square feet of living space and a 3.95-acre lot.

When was 1255 Essay Ln, Holly, MI built?

1255 Essay Ln, Holly, MI was built in 1975, making it 51 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 1255 Essay Ln, Holly, MI?

1255 Essay Ln, Holly, MI is assigned to Highland Elementary School (elementary), rated C+; Milford High School (high), rated A; Muir Middle School (middle), rated A-. All sit in Huron Valley Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 1255 Essay Ln, Holly, MI compare to other homes in Holly 48442?

Among the 7,429 homes in Holly 48442, it is worth more than 89% of them ($513,047 against a typical $324,146), its price per square foot is higher than 41% of them ($188 against a typical $197), it is bigger than 92% of them (2,735 ft² against a typical 1,668 ft²), its lot is bigger than 77% of them (3.95 ac against a typical 1 ac) and it is newer than 46% of them (1975 against a typical 1978). Measured against all of Oakland County, it is worth more than 72% 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 1255 Essay Ln, Holly, MI?

The 2025 property tax bill for 1255 Essay Ln, Holly, MI was $2,602. The county assessed it at $247,650.

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