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$264,757$119 / 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 88How 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 $149,900 on Oct 8, 1996

20985 INDEPENDENCE DR

SOUTHFIELD, MI 48076
4
Beds
2.5
Baths
2,228 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.
0.21 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1966
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$265K
$234K low$295K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$149,900 · Oct 8, 1996

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$3,896 (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.$156,440 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$34,500
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$121,940
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$128,750
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$312,880

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.Colonial
CountyOAKLAND
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.21
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Brick
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air With Air Conditioning
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Yes
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.Deck · 200 ft²Patio · 200 ft²Porch · 48 ft²

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

E
Birney K-8 SchoolD-
Elementary · Grades KG–8 · 0.6 mi
H
Southfield High School for the Arts & TechnologyF
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.8 mi

District: Southfield Public School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 48076These 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.78
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.95
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.96%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.22%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.8.1%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.0%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.26,362
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.3,709 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$87,759
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$110,588
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.48°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.32 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

20985 Independence 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 less than 73% of homes in Oakland County
  • Costs less per square foot than 96% of homes in Oakland County
  • Bigger than 83% of homes in Southfield 48076
  • Has a smaller lot than 69% of homes in Oakland County
  • Newer than 72% of homes in Southfield 48076

What homes are worth in Southfield 48076

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

This home
$111K$419K

This home is worth more than 47% of homes in Southfield 48076.

How it measures up in Southfield 48076

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Southfield 48076.

Estimated value$264,757
CheaperTypical $271,749Pricier

Pricier than 47% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$119
CheaperTypical $159Pricier

Pricier than 11% of homes nearby

Living area2,228 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,677 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 83% of homes nearby

Lot size0.21 ac
SmallerTypical 0.22 acBigger

Bigger than 40% of homes nearby

Year built1966
OlderTypical 1964Newer

Newer than 72% of homes nearby

How 20985 Independence Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeSouthfield 48076Oakland County
Estimated valuepricier than$264,75747% of homes27% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$11911% of homes4% of homes
Living areabigger than2,228 ft²83% of homes69% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.21 ac40% of homes31% of homes
Year builtnewer than196672% of homes43% of homes

About 20985 Independence Dr

How much is 20985 Independence Dr, Southfield, MI worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 20985 Independence Dr, Southfield, MI is $264,757 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $234,166 to $295,348. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 20985 Independence Dr, Southfield, MI last sell?

20985 Independence Dr, Southfield, MI last sold on Oct 8, 1996 for $149,900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 20985 Independence Dr, Southfield, MI?

20985 Independence Dr, Southfield, MI has 4 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, 2,228 square feet of living space and a 0.21-acre lot.

When was 20985 Independence Dr, Southfield, MI built?

20985 Independence Dr, Southfield, MI was built in 1966, making it 60 years old. It is a colonial home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 20985 Independence Dr, Southfield, MI?

20985 Independence Dr, Southfield, MI is assigned to Birney K-8 School (elementary), rated D-; Southfield High School for the Arts & Technology (high), rated F. All sit in Southfield Public School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 20985 Independence Dr, Southfield, MI compare to other homes in Southfield 48076?

Among the 9,266 homes in Southfield 48076, it is worth more than 47% of them ($264,757 against a typical $271,749), its price per square foot is higher than 11% of them ($119 against a typical $159), it is bigger than 83% of them (2,228 ft² against a typical 1,677 ft²), its lot is bigger than 40% of them (0.21 ac against a typical 0.22 ac) and it is newer than 72% of them (1966 against a typical 1964). Measured against all of Oakland County, it is worth more than 27% 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 20985 Independence Dr, Southfield, MI?

The 2025 property tax bill for 20985 Independence Dr, Southfield, MI was $3,896. The county assessed it at $156,440.

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