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$148,950$86 / 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 Jul 14, 2026

14256 RUTHERFORD ST

DETROIT, MI 48227
1.5
Baths
1,736 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.
0.1 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1955
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

$149K
$129K low$169K high
Est. Owner EquityRoughly how much of the home's value the owner would keep after paying off known loans. It is our estimate minus the loans still owed.$148,950
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$119,160

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,221 (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.$57,400 (2025)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$49,300
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$114,800

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.6 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.6%
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
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Bungalow
CountyWAYNE
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.10
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
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 · 168 ft²

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

M
Burns Elementary-Middle SchoolD-
Middle · Grades KG–8 · 0.7 mi
E
Edison Elementary SchoolC+
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 0.7 mi
H
Cody High SchoolD+
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.3 mi

District: Detroit Public Schools Community District

Neighborhood · ZIP 48227These 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.136
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.97
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.28

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.84%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.7.0%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.32%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.0%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.40,050
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.5,340 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$37,865
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$52,982
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.50°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%

Ownership

OccupancyWhether the owner appears to live here or somewhere else. It is inferred from the mailing address on record.Owner occupied
Company ownedWhether the owner is a company or trust rather than a person.No

Data by ATTOM. Valuations are automated estimates, not appraisals. Photos from Google Street View and may not depict the current property state.

How this home compares

14256 Rutherford 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 more than 92% of homes in Detroit 48227
  • Costs more per square foot than 82% of homes in Detroit 48227
  • Bigger than 87% of homes in Detroit 48227
  • Has a smaller lot than 75% of homes in Wayne County
  • Among the newest homes in Greenfield / Grand River

What homes are worth in Detroit 48227

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

This home
$31K$200K

This home is worth more than 92% of homes in Detroit 48227.

How it measures up in Detroit 48227

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Detroit 48227.

Estimated value$148,950
CheaperTypical $71,030Pricier

Pricier than 92% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$86
CheaperTypical $62Pricier

Pricier than 82% of homes nearby

Living area1,736 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,244 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 87% of homes nearby

Lot size0.1 ac
SmallerTypical 0.11 acBigger

Bigger than 47% of homes nearby

Year built1955
OlderTypical 1937Newer

Newer than 97% of homes nearby

How 14256 Rutherford St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeGreenfield / Grand RiverDetroit 48227Wayne County
Estimated valuepricier than$148,95091% of homes92% of homes44% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$8662% of homes82% of homes26% of homes
Living areabigger than1,736 ft²73% of homes87% of homes76% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.1 ac51% of homes47% of homes25% of homes
Year builtnewer than1955almost all homes97% of homes63% of homes

About 14256 Rutherford St

How much is 14256 Rutherford St, Detroit, MI worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 14256 Rutherford St, Detroit, MI is $148,950 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $128,949 to $168,951. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 14256 Rutherford St, Detroit, MI last sell?

14256 Rutherford St, Detroit, MI last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 14256 Rutherford St, Detroit, MI?

14256 Rutherford St, Detroit, MI has 1.5 bathrooms, 1,736 square feet of living space and a 0.10-acre lot.

When was 14256 Rutherford St, Detroit, MI built?

14256 Rutherford St, Detroit, MI was built in 1955, making it 71 years old. It is a bungalow home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 14256 Rutherford St, Detroit, MI?

14256 Rutherford St, Detroit, MI is assigned to Burns Elementary-Middle School (middle), rated D-; Edison Elementary 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 14256 Rutherford St, Detroit, MI compare to other homes in Detroit 48227?

Among the 16,367 homes in Detroit 48227, it is worth more than 92% of them ($148,950 against a typical $71,030), its price per square foot is higher than 82% of them ($86 against a typical $62), it is bigger than 87% of them (1,736 ft² against a typical 1,244 ft²), its lot is bigger than 47% of them (0.1 ac against a typical 0.11 ac) and it is newer than 97% of them (1955 against a typical 1937). Measured against all of Wayne County, it is worth more than 44% 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 14256 Rutherford St, Detroit, MI?

The 2025 property tax bill for 14256 Rutherford St, Detroit, MI was $1,221. The county assessed it at $57,400.

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