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$122,141$120 / 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 87How 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 $106,500 on Nov 29, 2004

1397 MERLE AVE

BURTON, MI 48509
3
Beds
1
Baths
1,022 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.
0.26 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1943
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

$122K
$106K low$138K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$106,500 · Nov 29, 2004

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,970 (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.$78,900 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$15,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$63,900
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$67,000
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$157,800

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.26
11
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
8
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.2 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.0.26
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.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.Deck

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
Barhitte Elementary SchoolD-
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 0.5 mi
H
Bentley Senior High SchoolD-
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.2 mi
M
Bentley Middle SchoolD
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.3 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

1397 Merle 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 78% of homes in Burton 48509
  • Smaller than 78% of homes in Burton 48509
  • Has a smaller lot than 84% of homes in Burton 48509
  • Older than 88% 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.

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$23K$310K

This home is worth more than 22% 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$122,141
CheaperTypical $153,501Pricier

Pricier than 22% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$120
CheaperTypical $121Pricier

Pricier than 47% of homes nearby

Living area1,022 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,296 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 22% of homes nearby

Lot size0.26 ac
SmallerTypical 0.46 acBigger

Bigger than 16% of homes nearby

Year built1943
OlderTypical 1956Newer

Newer than 12% of homes nearby

How 1397 Merle Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeBurton 48509Genesee County
Estimated valuepricier than$122,14122% of homes34% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$12047% of homes41% of homes
Living areabigger than1,022 ft²22% of homes25% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.26 ac16% of homes40% of homes
Year builtnewer than194312% of homes20% of homes

About 1397 Merle Ave

How much is 1397 Merle Ave, Burton, MI worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 1397 Merle Ave, Burton, MI is $122,141 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $106,096 to $138,186. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 1397 Merle Ave, Burton, MI last sell?

1397 Merle Ave, Burton, MI last sold on Nov 29, 2004 for $106,500, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 1397 Merle Ave, Burton, MI?

1397 Merle Ave, Burton, MI has 3 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,022 square feet of living space and a 0.26-acre lot.

When was 1397 Merle Ave, Burton, MI built?

1397 Merle Ave, Burton, MI was built in 1943, making it 83 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 1397 Merle Ave, Burton, MI?

1397 Merle Ave, Burton, MI is assigned to Barhitte Elementary School (elementary), rated D-; Bentley Senior High School (high), rated D-; 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 1397 Merle Ave, Burton, MI compare to other homes in Burton 48509?

Among the 4,130 homes in Burton 48509, it is worth more than 22% of them ($122,141 against a typical $153,501), its price per square foot is higher than 47% of them ($120 against a typical $121), it is bigger than 22% of them (1,022 ft² against a typical 1,296 ft²), its lot is bigger than 16% of them (0.26 ac against a typical 0.46 ac) and it is newer than 12% of them (1943 against a typical 1956). Measured against all of Genesee County, it is worth more than 34% 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 1397 Merle Ave, Burton, MI?

The 2025 property tax bill for 1397 Merle Ave, Burton, MI was $1,970. The county assessed it at $78,900.

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