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$21,236$13 / 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 71How 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

1917 ROOT ST

FLINT, MI 48505
3
Beds
1.5
Baths
1,594 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.
0.13 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1929
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
6
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$21K
$15K low$27K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$568 (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.$13,100 (2026)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$12,200
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$26,200

Climate Risk

Overall riskThe average of the five hazard scores below, on a 0 to 100 scale. Higher means greater projected risk over the coming decades.22
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
0
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
54
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
54
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
2
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.
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
CountyGENESEE
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.13
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Hot Water
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 · 36 ft²

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

H
Southwestern Classical AcademyD+
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.5 mi
E
Brownell STEM AcademyC
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 2.9 mi
M
Holmes STEM Middle School AcademyD
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 3.1 mi

District: Flint City School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 48505These 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.167
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.104
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.16

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.6.3%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.34%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.0.9%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.18,122
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.1,435 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$34,427
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$44,463
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.47°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.31 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.50%

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How this home compares

1917 Root 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 97% of homes in Genesee County
  • Among the lowest price per square foot in Genesee County
  • Bigger than 94% of homes in Flint 48505
  • Has a smaller lot than 80% of homes in Genesee County
  • Older than 87% of homes in Genesee County

What homes are worth in Flint 48505

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

This home
$14K$75K

This home is worth more than 28% of homes in Flint 48505.

How it measures up in Flint 48505

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Flint 48505.

Estimated value$21,236
CheaperTypical $25,825Pricier

Pricier than 28% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$13
CheaperTypical $25Pricier

Pricier than 3% of homes nearby

Living area1,594 ft²
SmallerTypical 958 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 94% of homes nearby

Lot size0.13 ac
SmallerTypical 0.13 acBigger

Bigger than 57% of homes nearby

Year built1929
OlderTypical 1950Newer

Newer than 33% of homes nearby

How 1917 Root St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeFlint 48505Genesee County
Estimated valuepricier than$21,23628% of homes3% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$133% of homesalmost no homes
Living areabigger than1,594 ft²94% of homes66% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.13 ac57% of homes20% of homes
Year builtnewer than192933% of homes13% of homes

About 1917 Root St

How much is 1917 Root St, Flint, MI worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 1917 Root St, Flint, MI is $21,236 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $15,087 to $27,385. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 1917 Root St, Flint, MI last sell?

1917 Root St, Flint, MI last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 1917 Root St, Flint, MI?

1917 Root St, Flint, MI has 3 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms, 1,594 square feet of living space and a 0.13-acre lot.

When was 1917 Root St, Flint, MI built?

1917 Root St, Flint, MI was built in 1929, making it 97 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 1917 Root St, Flint, MI?

1917 Root St, Flint, MI is assigned to Southwestern Classical Academy (high), rated D+; Brownell STEM Academy (elementary), rated C; Holmes STEM Middle School Academy (middle), rated D. All sit in Flint City School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 1917 Root St, Flint, MI compare to other homes in Flint 48505?

Among the 8,406 homes in Flint 48505, it is worth more than 28% of them ($21,236 against a typical $25,825), its price per square foot is higher than 3% of them ($13 against a typical $25), it is bigger than 94% of them (1,594 ft² against a typical 958 ft²), its lot is bigger than 57% of them (0.13 ac against a typical 0.13 ac) and it is newer than 33% of them (1929 against a typical 1950). Measured against all of Genesee County, it is worth more than 3% 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 1917 Root St, Flint, MI?

The 2025 property tax bill for 1917 Root St, Flint, MI was $568. The county assessed it at $13,100.

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