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$425,071
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 97How 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 $243,000 on Aug 27, 2004

17524 BIRCHCREST DR

DETROIT, MI 48221
1.5
Baths
0.18 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1938
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

$425K
$411K low$439K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$243,000 · Aug 27, 2004

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$156 (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.$10,500 (2026)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$10,500
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$21,000

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.10 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.6%
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.0.18
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air With Air Conditioning
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
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 · 253 ft²

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

M
Palmer Park Preparatory AcademyD-
Middle · Grades 5–8 · 0.4 mi
E
Pasteur Elementary SchoolD-
Elementary · Grades PK–6 · 1.2 mi
H
Mumford High SchoolD-
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.4 mi

District: Detroit Public Schools Community District

Neighborhood · ZIP 48221These 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.101
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.94
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.22

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.88%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.18%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.18%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.2%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.36,627
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.6,810 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$62,072
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$78,301
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

17524 Birchcrest Dr 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 97% of homes in Detroit 48221
  • Has a bigger lot than 93% of homes in Detroit 48221
  • Newer than 78% of homes in University District

What homes are worth in Detroit 48221

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

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$46K$478K

This home is worth more than 97% of homes in Detroit 48221.

How it measures up in Detroit 48221

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Detroit 48221.

Estimated value$425,071
CheaperTypical $149,999Pricier

Pricier than 97% of homes nearby

Lot size0.18 ac
SmallerTypical 0.11 acBigger

Bigger than 93% of homes nearby

Year built1938
OlderTypical 1938Newer

Newer than 52% of homes nearby

How 17524 Birchcrest Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeUniversity DistrictDetroit 48221Wayne County
Estimated valuepricier than$425,07191% of homes97% of homes89% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.18 ac86% of homes93% of homes73% of homes
Year builtnewer than193878% of homes52% of homes25% of homes

About 17524 Birchcrest Dr

How much is 17524 Birchcrest Dr, Detroit, MI worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 17524 Birchcrest Dr, Detroit, MI is $425,071 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $410,833 to $439,309. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 17524 Birchcrest Dr, Detroit, MI last sell?

17524 Birchcrest Dr, Detroit, MI last sold on Aug 27, 2004 for $243,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 17524 Birchcrest Dr, Detroit, MI?

17524 Birchcrest Dr, Detroit, MI has 1.5 bathrooms and a 0.18-acre lot.

When was 17524 Birchcrest Dr, Detroit, MI built?

17524 Birchcrest Dr, Detroit, MI was built in 1938, making it 88 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 17524 Birchcrest Dr, Detroit, MI?

17524 Birchcrest Dr, Detroit, MI is assigned to Palmer Park Preparatory Academy (middle), rated D-; Pasteur Elementary School (elementary), rated D-; 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 17524 Birchcrest Dr, Detroit, MI compare to other homes in Detroit 48221?

Among the 15,869 homes in Detroit 48221, it is worth more than 97% of them ($425,071 against a typical $149,999), its lot is bigger than 93% of them (0.18 ac against a typical 0.11 ac) and it is newer than 52% of them (1938 against a typical 1938). Measured against all of Wayne County, it is worth more than 89% 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 17524 Birchcrest Dr, Detroit, MI?

The 2025 property tax bill for 17524 Birchcrest Dr, Detroit, MI was $156. The county assessed it at $10,500.

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