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$352,560$184 / 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 62How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Oct 21, 2026
Last sold for $270,000 on Sep 15, 2020

1616 MERRICK ST

DETROIT, MI 48208
Building report
1.5
Baths
1,921 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.
1 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1912
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
3
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$353K
$220K low$486K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$270,000 · Sep 15, 2020

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$322 (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.$6,300 (2026)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$6,300
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$12,600

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.8 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.Condominium
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Condo/Apartment
CountyWAYNE
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.1.00
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air With Air Conditioning
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

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

E
Burton International AcademyD-
Elementary · Grades KG–8 · 1.0 mi
H
Northwestern High SchoolF
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.1 mi

District: Detroit Public Schools Community District

Neighborhood · ZIP 48208These 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.169
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.95
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.23

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.80%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.17%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.42%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.3%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.7,837
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.2,443 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$35,965
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$54,111
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

1616 Merrick 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 85% of homes in Detroit 48208
  • Costs more per square foot than 84% of homes in Detroit 48208
  • Bigger than 81% of homes in Wayne County
  • Among the largest lots in Detroit 48208
  • Older than 97% of homes in Wayne County

What homes are worth in Detroit 48208

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

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$31K$496K

This home is worth more than 85% of homes in Detroit 48208.

How it measures up in Detroit 48208

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Detroit 48208.

Estimated value$352,560
CheaperTypical $120,954Pricier

Pricier than 85% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$184
CheaperTypical $80Pricier

Pricier than 84% of homes nearby

Living area1,921 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,596 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 63% of homes nearby

Lot size1 ac
SmallerTypical 0.1 acBigger

Bigger than almost all homes nearby

Year built1912
OlderTypical 1911Newer

Newer than 59% of homes nearby

How 1616 Merrick St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeWoodbridgeDetroit 48208Wayne County
Estimated valuepricier than$352,56063% of homes85% of homes83% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$18463% of homes84% of homes69% of homes
Living areabigger than1,921 ft²43% of homes63% of homes81% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1 ac98% of homesalmost all homes97% of homes
Year builtnewer than191268% of homes59% of homes3% of homes

About 1616 Merrick St

How much is 1616 Merrick St, Detroit, MI worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 1616 Merrick St, Detroit, MI is $352,560 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $219,542 to $485,578. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 1616 Merrick St, Detroit, MI last sell?

1616 Merrick St, Detroit, MI last sold on Sep 15, 2020 for $270,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 1616 Merrick St, Detroit, MI?

1616 Merrick St, Detroit, MI has 1.5 bathrooms, 1,921 square feet of living space and a 1.00-acre lot.

When was 1616 Merrick St, Detroit, MI built?

1616 Merrick St, Detroit, MI was built in 1912, making it 114 years old. It is a condo/apartment home. The building has 3 stories.

What schools serve 1616 Merrick St, Detroit, MI?

1616 Merrick St, Detroit, MI is assigned to Burton International Academy (elementary), rated D-; Northwestern High School (high), rated F. All sit in Detroit Public Schools Community District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 1616 Merrick St, Detroit, MI compare to other homes in Detroit 48208?

Among the 2,241 homes in Detroit 48208, it is worth more than 85% of them ($352,560 against a typical $120,954), its price per square foot is higher than 84% of them ($184 against a typical $80), it is bigger than 63% of them (1,921 ft² against a typical 1,596 ft²), its lot is bigger than almost all of them (1 ac against a typical 0.1 ac) and it is newer than 59% of them (1912 against a typical 1911). Measured against all of Wayne County, it is worth more than 83% 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 1616 Merrick St, Detroit, MI?

The 2025 property tax bill for 1616 Merrick St, Detroit, MI was $322. The county assessed it at $6,300.

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