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$563,164$100 / 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 74How 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 $160,000 on May 4, 2011

1955 WELLESLEY DR

DETROIT, MI 48203
7
Beds
5.5
Baths
5,642 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.
0.53 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1922
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
13
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$563K
$417K low$709K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$160,000 · May 4, 2011

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$8,512 (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.$399,600 (2026)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$394,600
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$799,200

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.7 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.0.53
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Hot Water
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
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 · 208 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.

M
Palmer Park Preparatory AcademyD-
Middle · Grades 5–8 · 0.6 mi
E
Pasteur Elementary SchoolD-
Elementary · Grades PK–6 · 0.8 mi
H
Mumford High SchoolD-
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.0 mi

District: Detroit Public Schools Community District

Neighborhood · ZIP 48203These 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.157
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.96
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.79%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.13%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.31%
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.22,427
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.2,830 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$44,157
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$60,382
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

1955 Wellesley 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 Highland Park 48203
  • Costs more per square foot than 90% of homes in Highland Park 48203
  • Among the largest homes in Wayne County
  • Among the largest lots in Highland Park 48203
  • Older than 91% of homes in Palmer Woods

What homes are worth in Highland Park 48203

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

This home
$23K$629K

This home is worth more than 97% of homes in Highland Park 48203.

How it measures up in Highland Park 48203

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Highland Park 48203.

Estimated value$563,164
CheaperTypical $63,963Pricier

Pricier than 97% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$100
CheaperTypical $52Pricier

Pricier than 90% of homes nearby

Living area5,642 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,344 ft²Bigger

Bigger than almost all homes nearby

Lot size0.53 ac
SmallerTypical 0.1 acBigger

Bigger than almost all homes nearby

Year built1922
OlderTypical 1925Newer

Newer than 37% of homes nearby

How 1955 Wellesley Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homePalmer WoodsHighland Park 48203Wayne County
Estimated valuepricier than$563,16460% of homes97% of homes95% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$10012% of homes90% of homes31% of homes
Living areabigger than5,642 ft²88% of homesalmost all homesalmost all homes
Lot sizebigger than0.53 ac86% of homesalmost all homes95% of homes
Year builtnewer than19229% of homes37% of homes9% of homes

About 1955 Wellesley Dr

How much is 1955 Wellesley Dr, Detroit, MI worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 1955 Wellesley Dr, Detroit, MI is $563,164 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $417,177 to $709,151. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 1955 Wellesley Dr, Detroit, MI last sell?

1955 Wellesley Dr, Detroit, MI last sold on May 4, 2011 for $160,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 1955 Wellesley Dr, Detroit, MI?

1955 Wellesley Dr, Detroit, MI has 7 bedrooms, 5.5 bathrooms, 5,642 square feet of living space and a 0.53-acre lot.

When was 1955 Wellesley Dr, Detroit, MI built?

1955 Wellesley Dr, Detroit, MI was built in 1922, making it 104 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 1955 Wellesley Dr, Detroit, MI?

1955 Wellesley 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 1955 Wellesley Dr, Detroit, MI compare to other homes in Highland Park 48203?

Among the 8,171 homes in Highland Park 48203, it is worth more than 97% of them ($563,164 against a typical $63,963), its price per square foot is higher than 90% of them ($100 against a typical $52), it is bigger than almost all of them (5,642 ft² against a typical 1,344 ft²), its lot is bigger than almost all of them (0.53 ac against a typical 0.1 ac) and it is newer than 37% of them (1922 against a typical 1925). Measured against all of Wayne County, it is worth more than 95% 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 1955 Wellesley Dr, Detroit, MI?

The 2025 property tax bill for 1955 Wellesley Dr, Detroit, MI was $8,512. The county assessed it at $399,600.

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