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$43,618$35 / 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 73How 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

15852 ALDEN ST

DETROIT, MI 48238
1
Baths
1,244 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.
3,049 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1924
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
1
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$44K
$32K low$55K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$579 (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.$31,200 (2026)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$36,500
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$62,400

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
CountyWAYNE
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.07
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air With Air Conditioning
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Detached
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 · 24 ft²

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

E
Paul Robeson Malcolm X AcademyF
Elementary · Grades PK–8 · 0.4 mi
H
Mumford High SchoolD-
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.0 mi

District: Detroit Public Schools Community District

Neighborhood · ZIP 48238These 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.168
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.75%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.9.3%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.34%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.1%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.25,234
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.4,676 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$34,203
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$46,219
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

15852 Alden 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 96% of homes in Wayne County
  • Costs less per square foot than 97% of homes in Wayne County
  • Among the smallest lots in Pilgrim Village
  • Older than 89% of homes in Wayne County

What homes are worth in Detroit 48238

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

This home
$21K$244K

This home is worth more than 30% of homes in Detroit 48238.

How it measures up in Detroit 48238

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Detroit 48238.

Estimated value$43,618
CheaperTypical $55,123Pricier

Pricier than 30% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$35
CheaperTypical $45Pricier

Pricier than 25% of homes nearby

Living area1,244 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,368 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 37% of homes nearby

Lot size3,049 ft²
SmallerTypical 3,920 ft²Bigger

Smaller than almost all homes nearby

Year built1924
OlderTypical 1926Newer

Newer than 28% of homes nearby

How 15852 Alden St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homePilgrim VillageDetroit 48238Wayne County
Estimated valuepricier than$43,61875% of homes30% of homes4% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$3563% of homes25% of homes3% of homes
Living areabigger than1,244 ft²61% of homes37% of homes49% of homes
Lot sizebigger than3,049 ft²almost no homesalmost no homesalmost no homes
Year builtnewer than192478% of homes28% of homes11% of homes

About 15852 Alden St

How much is 15852 Alden St, Detroit, MI worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 15852 Alden St, Detroit, MI is $43,618 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $31,896 to $55,341. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 15852 Alden St, Detroit, MI last sell?

15852 Alden St, Detroit, MI last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 15852 Alden St, Detroit, MI?

15852 Alden St, Detroit, MI has 1 bathrooms, 1,244 square feet of living space and a 0.07-acre lot.

When was 15852 Alden St, Detroit, MI built?

15852 Alden St, Detroit, MI was built in 1924, making it 102 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 15852 Alden St, Detroit, MI?

15852 Alden St, Detroit, MI is assigned to Paul Robeson Malcolm X Academy (elementary), rated F; Mumford 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 15852 Alden St, Detroit, MI compare to other homes in Detroit 48238?

Among the 10,370 homes in Detroit 48238, it is worth more than 30% of them ($43,618 against a typical $55,123), its price per square foot is higher than 25% of them ($35 against a typical $45), it is bigger than 37% of them (1,244 ft² against a typical 1,368 ft²), its lot is bigger than almost none of them (3,049 ft² against a typical 3,920 ft²) and it is newer than 28% of them (1924 against a typical 1926). Measured against all of Wayne County, it is worth more than 4% 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 15852 Alden St, Detroit, MI?

The 2025 property tax bill for 15852 Alden St, Detroit, MI was $579. The county assessed it at $31,200.

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