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$45,364$36 / 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 80How 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 $2,800 on Aug 13, 2008

17159 WESTPHALIA ST

DETROIT, MI 48205
1.5
Baths
1,272 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.
3,485 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1927
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$45K
$36K low$54K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$2,800 · Aug 13, 2008

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,390 (2025)
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$28,400

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.Bungalow
CountyWAYNE
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.08
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air With Air Conditioning
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.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 · 133 ft²

Transaction History(5)

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(1)

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

E
Brenda Scott AcademyF
Elementary · Grades PK–8 · 0.6 mi
H
Osborn High SchoolF
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.8 mi

District: Detroit Public Schools Community District

Neighborhood · ZIP 48205These 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.134
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 100.27

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.83%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.5.7%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.24%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.4%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.33,963
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.5,298 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$47,475
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$60,513
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

17159 Westphalia 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 95% of homes in Wayne County
  • Costs less per square foot than 97% of homes in Wayne County
  • Bigger than 78% of homes in Detroit 48205
  • Has a smaller lot than 95% of homes in Von Steuben
  • Older than 88% of homes in Von Steuben

What homes are worth in Detroit 48205

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

This home
$26K$115K

This home is worth more than 16% of homes in Detroit 48205.

How it measures up in Detroit 48205

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Detroit 48205.

Estimated value$45,364
CheaperTypical $65,933Pricier

Pricier than 16% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$36
CheaperTypical $62Pricier

Pricier than 11% of homes nearby

Living area1,272 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,070 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 78% of homes nearby

Lot size3,485 ft²
SmallerTypical 0.11 acBigger

Bigger than 6% of homes nearby

Year built1927
OlderTypical 1943Newer

Newer than 14% of homes nearby

How 17159 Westphalia St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeVon SteubenDetroit 48205Wayne County
Estimated valuepricier than$45,36410% of homes16% of homes5% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$365% of homes11% of homes3% of homes
Living areabigger than1,272 ft²76% of homes78% of homes50% of homes
Lot sizebigger than3,485 ft²5% of homes6% of homes9% of homes
Year builtnewer than192712% of homes14% of homes17% of homes

About 17159 Westphalia St

How much is 17159 Westphalia St, Detroit, MI worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 17159 Westphalia St, Detroit, MI is $45,364 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $36,436 to $54,292. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 17159 Westphalia St, Detroit, MI last sell?

17159 Westphalia St, Detroit, MI last sold on Aug 13, 2008 for $2,800, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 17159 Westphalia St, Detroit, MI?

17159 Westphalia St, Detroit, MI has 1.5 bathrooms, 1,272 square feet of living space and a 0.08-acre lot.

When was 17159 Westphalia St, Detroit, MI built?

17159 Westphalia St, Detroit, MI was built in 1927, making it 99 years old. It is a bungalow home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 17159 Westphalia St, Detroit, MI?

17159 Westphalia St, Detroit, MI is assigned to Brenda Scott Academy (elementary), rated F; Osborn 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 17159 Westphalia St, Detroit, MI compare to other homes in Detroit 48205?

Among the 14,092 homes in Detroit 48205, it is worth more than 16% of them ($45,364 against a typical $65,933), its price per square foot is higher than 11% of them ($36 against a typical $62), it is bigger than 78% of them (1,272 ft² against a typical 1,070 ft²), its lot is bigger than 6% of them (3,485 ft² against a typical 0.11 ac) and it is newer than 14% of them (1927 against a typical 1943). Measured against all of Wayne County, it is worth more than 5% 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 17159 Westphalia St, Detroit, MI?

The 2025 property tax bill for 17159 Westphalia St, Detroit, MI was $1,390.

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