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$812,917$389 / 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 91How 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
Last sold for $343,000 on Jun 3, 2011

1552 RUFFNER AVE

BIRMINGHAM, MI 48009
4
Beds
3.5
Baths
2,088 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.
0.11 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2011
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
8
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

$813K
$740K low$886K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$343,000 · Jun 3, 2011
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.$234,917
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$187,934
Loan-to-ValueHow much is still owed on the home compared to what it is worth. 80% means loans equal 80% of our estimate, so it shifts when the estimate does.59%
1st MortgageA loan still believed to be open on this home, in the order lenders get repaid. The first position is paid back before the second.$304,000
AMERISAVE MORTGAGE CORP · recorded Jun 27, 2012
2nd MortgageA loan still believed to be open on this home, in the order lenders get repaid. The first position is paid back before the second.$274,000
STRONG HOME MORTGAGE LLC

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$7,842 (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.$414,440 (2025)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$372,430
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$828,880

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.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
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Colonial
CountyOAKLAND
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.11
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
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Porch · 72 ft²

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.

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

M
Derby Middle SchoolA
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.0 mi
E
Pembroke Elementary SchoolA-
Elementary · Grades EE–5 · 1.2 mi
H
Ernest W. Seaholm High SchoolA
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.2 mi

District: Birmingham Public Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 48009These 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.91
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 100.24

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.92%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.36%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.4.8%
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.21,935
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.4,416 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$160,964
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$221,022
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.48°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.32 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

1552 Ruffner 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 more than 93% of homes in Oakland County
  • Costs more per square foot than 97% of homes in Oakland County
  • Has a smaller lot than 93% of homes in Oakland County
  • Newer than 95% of homes in Oakland County

What homes are worth in Birmingham 48009

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

This home
$155K$3.3M

This home is worth more than 55% of homes in Birmingham 48009.

How it measures up in Birmingham 48009

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Birmingham 48009.

Estimated value$812,917
CheaperTypical $741,750Pricier

Pricier than 55% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$389
CheaperTypical $368Pricier

Pricier than 58% of homes nearby

Living area2,088 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,056 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 51% of homes nearby

Lot size0.11 ac
SmallerTypical 0.17 acBigger

Bigger than 24% of homes nearby

Year built2011
OlderTypical 1954Newer

Newer than 89% of homes nearby

How 1552 Ruffner Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeBirmingham 48009Oakland County
Estimated valuepricier than$812,91755% of homes93% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$38958% of homes97% of homes
Living areabigger than2,088 ft²51% of homes64% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.11 ac24% of homes7% of homes
Year builtnewer than201189% of homes95% of homes

About 1552 Ruffner Ave

How much is 1552 Ruffner Ave, Birmingham, MI worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 1552 Ruffner Ave, Birmingham, MI is $812,917 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $740,029 to $885,805. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 1552 Ruffner Ave, Birmingham, MI last sell?

1552 Ruffner Ave, Birmingham, MI last sold on Jun 3, 2011 for $343,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 4 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 1552 Ruffner Ave, Birmingham, MI?

1552 Ruffner Ave, Birmingham, MI has 4 bedrooms, 3.5 bathrooms, 2,088 square feet of living space and a 0.11-acre lot.

When was 1552 Ruffner Ave, Birmingham, MI built?

1552 Ruffner Ave, Birmingham, MI was built in 2011, making it 15 years old. It is a colonial home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 1552 Ruffner Ave, Birmingham, MI?

1552 Ruffner Ave, Birmingham, MI is assigned to Derby Middle School (middle), rated A; Pembroke Elementary School (elementary), rated A-; Ernest W. Seaholm High School (high), rated A. All sit in Birmingham Public Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 1552 Ruffner Ave, Birmingham, MI compare to other homes in Birmingham 48009?

Among the 9,129 homes in Birmingham 48009, it is worth more than 55% of them ($812,917 against a typical $741,750), its price per square foot is higher than 58% of them ($389 against a typical $368), it is bigger than 51% of them (2,088 ft² against a typical 2,056 ft²), its lot is bigger than 24% of them (0.11 ac against a typical 0.17 ac) and it is newer than 89% of them (2011 against a typical 1954). Measured against all of Oakland County, it is worth more than 93% 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 1552 Ruffner Ave, Birmingham, MI?

The 2025 property tax bill for 1552 Ruffner Ave, Birmingham, MI was $7,842. The county assessed it at $414,440.

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