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$126,598$105 / 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 95How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Aug 30, 2026
Last sold for $47,000 on Mar 19, 2007

1270 FOREST AVE

BURTON, MI 48509
1
Baths
1,209 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.
0.65 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1948
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
4
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$127K
$121K low$133K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$47,000 · Mar 19, 2007

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,903 (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.$74,700 (2025)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$75,600
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$149,400

Climate Risk

Overall riskThe average of the five hazard scores below, on a 0 to 100 scale. Higher means greater projected risk over the coming decades.36
51
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
16
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
55
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
57
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
2
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.
Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.15 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
CountyGENESEE
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.65
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air With Air Conditioning
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(6)

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
Barhitte Elementary SchoolC
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 0.7 mi
H
Bentley Senior High SchoolC+
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.0 mi
M
Bentley Middle SchoolD+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.1 mi

District: Bentley Community Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 48509These 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.81
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.101
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.19

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.96%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.13%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.11%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.6%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.9,407
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.1,052 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$69,989
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$83,864
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.47°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.31 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.50%

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How this home compares

1270 Forest Ave 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 73% of homes in Burton 48509
  • Costs less per square foot than 81% of homes in Burton 48509
  • Has a bigger lot than 73% of homes in Genesee County
  • Older than 82% of homes in Burton 48509

What homes are worth in Burton 48509

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

This home
$19K$320K

This home is worth more than 27% of homes in Burton 48509.

How it measures up in Burton 48509

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Burton 48509.

Estimated value$126,598
CheaperTypical $155,869Pricier

Pricier than 27% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$105
CheaperTypical $123Pricier

Pricier than 19% of homes nearby

Living area1,209 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,296 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 41% of homes nearby

Lot size0.65 ac
SmallerTypical 0.46 acBigger

Bigger than 69% of homes nearby

Year built1948
OlderTypical 1956Newer

Newer than 18% of homes nearby

How 1270 Forest Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeBurton 48509Genesee County
Estimated valuepricier than$126,59827% of homes36% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$10519% of homes36% of homes
Living areabigger than1,209 ft²41% of homes39% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.65 ac69% of homes73% of homes
Year builtnewer than194818% of homes24% of homes

About 1270 Forest Ave

How much is 1270 Forest Ave, Burton, MI worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 1270 Forest Ave, Burton, MI is $126,598 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $120,677 to $132,519. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 1270 Forest Ave, Burton, MI last sell?

1270 Forest Ave, Burton, MI last sold on Mar 19, 2007 for $47,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 1270 Forest Ave, Burton, MI?

1270 Forest Ave, Burton, MI has 1 bathrooms, 1,209 square feet of living space and a 0.65-acre lot.

When was 1270 Forest Ave, Burton, MI built?

1270 Forest Ave, Burton, MI was built in 1948, making it 78 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 1270 Forest Ave, Burton, MI?

1270 Forest Ave, Burton, MI is assigned to Barhitte Elementary School (elementary), rated C; Bentley Senior High School (high), rated C+; Bentley Middle School (middle), rated D+. All sit in Bentley Community Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 1270 Forest Ave, Burton, MI compare to other homes in Burton 48509?

Among the 4,131 homes in Burton 48509, it is worth more than 27% of them ($126,598 against a typical $155,869), its price per square foot is higher than 19% of them ($105 against a typical $123), it is bigger than 41% of them (1,209 ft² against a typical 1,296 ft²), its lot is bigger than 69% of them (0.65 ac against a typical 0.46 ac) and it is newer than 18% of them (1948 against a typical 1956). Measured against all of Genesee County, it is worth more than 36% 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 1270 Forest Ave, Burton, MI?

The 2025 property tax bill for 1270 Forest Ave, Burton, MI was $1,903. The county assessed it at $74,700.

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