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$106,670$97 / 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 Sep 24, 2026
Last sold for $12,500 on Feb 14, 2012

16840 GILCHRIST ST

DETROIT, MI 48235
1
Baths
1,100 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.
1940
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

$107K
$98K low$116K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$12,500 · Feb 14, 2012

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,437 (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.$58,800 (2026)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$49,000
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$117,600

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.18 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.0.11
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
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 · 48 ft²

Transaction History(4)

Sales and refinances filed with the county for this home. Not every transfer is a normal sale, so check the type before comparing prices.

Foreclosure Filings(2)

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

E
John R. King Academic and Performing Arts AcademyF
Elementary · Grades PK–8 · 1.4 mi
H
Henry Ford High SchoolF
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.2 mi

District: Detroit Public Schools Community District

Neighborhood · ZIP 48235These 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.115
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.92
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.91%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.9.2%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.26%
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.44,966
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.7,124 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$46,428
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$61,197
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.49°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

16840 Gilchrist 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 71% of homes in Wayne County
  • Costs less per square foot than 70% of homes in Wayne County
  • Smaller than 70% of homes in Crary / St. Marys
  • Has a smaller lot than 66% of homes in Wayne County
  • Older than 71% of homes in Wayne County

What homes are worth in Detroit 48235

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

This home
$45K$202K

This home is worth more than 48% of homes in Detroit 48235.

How it measures up in Detroit 48235

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Detroit 48235.

Estimated value$106,670
CheaperTypical $108,696Pricier

Pricier than 48% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$97
CheaperTypical $92Pricier

Pricier than 61% of homes nearby

Living area1,100 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,146 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 43% of homes nearby

Lot size0.11 ac
SmallerTypical 0.11 acBigger

Bigger than 54% of homes nearby

Year built1940
OlderTypical 1945Newer

Newer than 30% of homes nearby

How 16840 Gilchrist St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeCrary / St. MarysDetroit 48235Wayne County
Estimated valuepricier than$106,67036% of homes48% of homes29% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$9750% of homes61% of homes30% of homes
Living areabigger than1,100 ft²30% of homes43% of homes36% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.11 ac54% of homes54% of homes34% of homes
Year builtnewer than194066% of homes30% of homes29% of homes

About 16840 Gilchrist St

How much is 16840 Gilchrist St, Detroit, MI worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 16840 Gilchrist St, Detroit, MI is $106,670 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $97,534 to $115,806. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 16840 Gilchrist St, Detroit, MI last sell?

16840 Gilchrist St, Detroit, MI last sold on Feb 14, 2012 for $12,500, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 16840 Gilchrist St, Detroit, MI?

16840 Gilchrist St, Detroit, MI has 1 bathrooms, 1,100 square feet of living space and a 0.11-acre lot.

When was 16840 Gilchrist St, Detroit, MI built?

16840 Gilchrist St, Detroit, MI was built in 1940, making it 86 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 16840 Gilchrist St, Detroit, MI?

16840 Gilchrist St, Detroit, MI is assigned to John R. King Academic and Performing Arts Academy (elementary), rated F; Henry Ford 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 16840 Gilchrist St, Detroit, MI compare to other homes in Detroit 48235?

Among the 17,905 homes in Detroit 48235, it is worth more than 48% of them ($106,670 against a typical $108,696), its price per square foot is higher than 61% of them ($97 against a typical $92), it is bigger than 43% of them (1,100 ft² against a typical 1,146 ft²), its lot is bigger than 54% of them (0.11 ac against a typical 0.11 ac) and it is newer than 30% of them (1940 against a typical 1945). Measured against all of Wayne County, it is worth more than 29% 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 16840 Gilchrist St, Detroit, MI?

The 2025 property tax bill for 16840 Gilchrist St, Detroit, MI was $1,437. The county assessed it at $58,800.

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