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$68,592$80 / 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 79How 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 $26,000 on Jul 12, 1994

12859 APPLETON ST

DETROIT, MI 48223
2
Beds
1
Baths
862 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.
1944
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
5
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$69K
$54K low$83K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$26,000 · Jul 12, 1994

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,241 (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.$29,700 (2026)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$38,500
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$59,400

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
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 · 45 ft²

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

E
Gompers Elementary-Middle SchoolC-
Elementary · Grades PK–8 · 1.5 mi
H
Cody High SchoolD+
High · Grades 9–12 · 3.0 mi

District: Detroit Public Schools Community District

Neighborhood · ZIP 48223These 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.108
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.89
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.24

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.89%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.12%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.20%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.3%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.23,174
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.3,836 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$53,060
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$63,447
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.49°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

12859 Appleton 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 86% of homes in Wayne County
  • Costs less per square foot than 77% of homes in Wayne County
  • Smaller than 92% of homes in Wayne County
  • Has a smaller lot than 79% of homes in Castle Rouge
  • Older than 78% of homes in Castle Rouge

What homes are worth in Detroit 48223

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

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$22K$269K

This home is worth more than 41% of homes in Detroit 48223.

How it measures up in Detroit 48223

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Detroit 48223.

Estimated value$68,592
CheaperTypical $84,514Pricier

Pricier than 41% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$80
CheaperTypical $79Pricier

Pricier than 50% of homes nearby

Living area862 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,123 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 20% of homes nearby

Lot size0.12 ac
SmallerTypical 0.12 acBigger

Bigger than 41% of homes nearby

Year built1944
OlderTypical 1946Newer

Newer than 49% of homes nearby

How 12859 Appleton St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeCastle RougeDetroit 48223Wayne County
Estimated valuepricier than$68,59221% of homes41% of homes14% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$8024% of homes50% of homes23% of homes
Living areabigger than862 ft²30% of homes20% of homes8% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.12 ac21% of homes41% of homes34% of homes
Year builtnewer than194422% of homes49% of homes37% of homes

About 12859 Appleton St

How much is 12859 Appleton St, Detroit, MI worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 12859 Appleton St, Detroit, MI is $68,592 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $54,270 to $82,914. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 12859 Appleton St, Detroit, MI last sell?

12859 Appleton St, Detroit, MI last sold on Jul 12, 1994 for $26,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 12859 Appleton St, Detroit, MI?

12859 Appleton St, Detroit, MI has 2 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 862 square feet of living space and a 0.12-acre lot.

When was 12859 Appleton St, Detroit, MI built?

12859 Appleton St, Detroit, MI was built in 1944, making it 82 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 12859 Appleton St, Detroit, MI?

12859 Appleton St, Detroit, MI is assigned to Gompers Elementary-Middle School (elementary), rated C-; Cody 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 12859 Appleton St, Detroit, MI compare to other homes in Detroit 48223?

Among the 9,723 homes in Detroit 48223, it is worth more than 41% of them ($68,592 against a typical $84,514), its price per square foot is higher than 50% of them ($80 against a typical $79), it is bigger than 20% of them (862 ft² against a typical 1,123 ft²), its lot is bigger than 41% of them (0.12 ac against a typical 0.12 ac) and it is newer than 49% of them (1944 against a typical 1946). Measured against all of Wayne County, it is worth more than 14% 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 12859 Appleton St, Detroit, MI?

The 2025 property tax bill for 12859 Appleton St, Detroit, MI was $1,241. The county assessed it at $29,700.

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