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$22,113$26 / 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 53How 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 $1,600 on Apr 30, 2025

17218 WALTHAM ST

DETROIT, MI 48205
2
Beds
1
Baths
844 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.
1926
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

$22K
$12K low$32K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$1,600 · Apr 30, 2025

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$506 (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.$3,500 (2026)
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$7,000

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.0.08
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 · 179 ft²

Transaction History(7)

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.

E
Brenda Scott AcademyF
Elementary · Grades PK–8 · 0.5 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

17218 Waltham 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.

  • Among the least valuable homes in Wayne County
  • Among the lowest price per square foot in Von Steuben
  • Smaller than 93% of homes in Wayne County
  • Has a smaller lot than 95% of homes in Von Steuben
  • Older than 92% 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.

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$26K$111K

This home is worth less than almost all 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$22,113
CheaperTypical $62,260Pricier

Cheaper than almost all homes nearby

Price per ft²$26
CheaperTypical $59Pricier

Pricier than 4% of homes nearby

Living area844 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,069 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 12% of homes nearby

Lot size3,485 ft²
SmallerTypical 0.11 acBigger

Bigger than 6% of homes nearby

Year built1926
OlderTypical 1943Newer

Newer than 11% of homes nearby

How 17218 Waltham St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeVon SteubenDetroit 48205Wayne County
Estimated valuepricier than$22,113almost no homesalmost no homesalmost no homes
Price per ft²pricier than$26almost no homes4% of homesalmost no homes
Living areabigger than844 ft²12% of homes12% of homes7% of homes
Lot sizebigger than3,485 ft²5% of homes6% of homes10% of homes
Year builtnewer than19268% of homes11% of homes16% of homes

About 17218 Waltham St

How much is 17218 Waltham St, Detroit, MI worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 17218 Waltham St, Detroit, MI is $22,113 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $11,737 to $32,489. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 17218 Waltham St, Detroit, MI last sell?

17218 Waltham St, Detroit, MI last sold on Apr 30, 2025 for $1,600, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 3 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 17218 Waltham St, Detroit, MI?

17218 Waltham St, Detroit, MI has 2 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 844 square feet of living space and a 0.08-acre lot.

When was 17218 Waltham St, Detroit, MI built?

17218 Waltham St, Detroit, MI was built in 1926, making it 100 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 17218 Waltham St, Detroit, MI?

17218 Waltham 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 17218 Waltham St, Detroit, MI compare to other homes in Detroit 48205?

Among the 14,092 homes in Detroit 48205, it is worth more than almost none of them ($22,113 against a typical $62,260), its price per square foot is higher than 4% of them ($26 against a typical $59), it is bigger than 12% of them (844 ft² against a typical 1,069 ft²), its lot is bigger than 6% of them (3,485 ft² against a typical 0.11 ac) and it is newer than 11% of them (1926 against a typical 1943). Measured against all of Wayne County, it is worth more than almost no 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 17218 Waltham St, Detroit, MI?

The 2025 property tax bill for 17218 Waltham St, Detroit, MI was $506. The county assessed it at $3,500.

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