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$940,830$178 / 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 Sep 24, 2026
Last sold for $892,500 on Oct 5, 2021

1470 BALMORAL DR

DETROIT, MI 48203
5
Beds
3.5
Baths
5,286 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.
1925
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
5
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$941K
$741K low$1.1M high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$892,500 · Oct 5, 2021

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$15,473 (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.$444,100 (2026)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$434,900
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$888,200

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.3 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
CountyWAYNE
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air With Air Conditioning
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Yes
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(2)

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.

M
Palmer Park Preparatory AcademyC-
Middle · Grades 5–8 · 1.0 mi
E
Pasteur Elementary SchoolB-
Elementary · Grades PK–6 · 1.2 mi
H
Mumford High SchoolC-
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.4 mi

District: Detroit Public Schools Community District

Neighborhood · ZIP 48203These 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.157
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.96
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.27

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.79%
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.31%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.2%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.22,427
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.2,830 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$44,157
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$60,382
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%

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How this home compares

1470 Balmoral Dr 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.

  • Among the most valuable homes in Highland Park 48203
  • Among the highest price per square foot in Highland Park 48203
  • Among the largest homes in Wayne County
  • Older than 87% of homes in Wayne County

What homes are worth in Highland Park 48203

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

This home
$27K$592K

This home is worth more than almost all homes in Highland Park 48203.

How it measures up in Highland Park 48203

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Highland Park 48203.

Estimated value$940,830
CheaperTypical $65,041Pricier

Pricier than almost all homes nearby

Price per ft²$178
CheaperTypical $54Pricier

Pricier than almost all homes nearby

Living area5,286 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,344 ft²Bigger

Bigger than almost all homes nearby

Year built1925
OlderTypical 1925Newer

Newer than 51% of homes nearby

How 1470 Balmoral Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homePalmer WoodsHighland Park 48203Wayne County
Estimated valuepricier than$940,83096% of homesalmost all homesalmost all homes
Price per ft²pricier than$17884% of homesalmost all homes67% of homes
Living areabigger than5,286 ft²85% of homesalmost all homesalmost all homes
Year builtnewer than192529% of homes51% of homes13% of homes

About 1470 Balmoral Dr

How much is 1470 Balmoral Dr, Detroit, MI worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 1470 Balmoral Dr, Detroit, MI is $940,830 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $741,223 to $1,140,437. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 1470 Balmoral Dr, Detroit, MI last sell?

1470 Balmoral Dr, Detroit, MI last sold on Oct 5, 2021 for $892,500, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 1470 Balmoral Dr, Detroit, MI?

1470 Balmoral Dr, Detroit, MI has 5 bedrooms, 3.5 bathrooms and 5,286 square feet of living space.

When was 1470 Balmoral Dr, Detroit, MI built?

1470 Balmoral Dr, Detroit, MI was built in 1925, making it 101 years old. The building has 5 stories.

What schools serve 1470 Balmoral Dr, Detroit, MI?

1470 Balmoral Dr, Detroit, MI is assigned to Palmer Park Preparatory Academy (middle), rated C-; Pasteur Elementary School (elementary), rated B-; Mumford High School (high), rated C-. All sit in Detroit Public Schools Community District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 1470 Balmoral Dr, Detroit, MI compare to other homes in Highland Park 48203?

Among the 8,171 homes in Highland Park 48203, it is worth more than almost all of them ($940,830 against a typical $65,041), its price per square foot is higher than almost all of them ($178 against a typical $54), it is bigger than almost all of them (5,286 ft² against a typical 1,344 ft²) and it is newer than 51% of them (1925 against a typical 1925). Measured against all of Wayne County, it is worth more than almost all 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 1470 Balmoral Dr, Detroit, MI?

The 2025 property tax bill for 1470 Balmoral Dr, Detroit, MI was $15,473. The county assessed it at $444,100.

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