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$20,056$25 / 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 78How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Aug 30, 2026

217 W RUTH AVE

FLINT, MI 48505
3
Beds
1
Baths
810 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.
0.1 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1956
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
5
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$20K
$16K low$24K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$482 (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.$8,900 (2025)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$7,100
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$17,800

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.28
31
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.
55
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.
Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.5 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.30%
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.0.10
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 · 20 ft²

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

M
Holmes STEM Middle School AcademyD
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.8 mi
E
Brownell STEM AcademyC
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 1.0 mi
H
Southwestern Classical AcademyD+
High · Grades 9–12 · 5.0 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

217 W Ruth Ave 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
  • Costs less per square foot than 94% of homes in Genesee County
  • Smaller than 92% of homes in Genesee County
  • Has a smaller lot than 92% of homes in Genesee County
  • Newer than 79% of homes in Flint 48505

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
$13K$76K

This home is worth more than 29% 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$20,056
CheaperTypical $24,688Pricier

Pricier than 29% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$25
CheaperTypical $24Pricier

Pricier than 53% of homes nearby

Living area810 ft²
SmallerTypical 959 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 22% of homes nearby

Lot size0.1 ac
SmallerTypical 0.13 acBigger

Bigger than 25% of homes nearby

Year built1956
OlderTypical 1950Newer

Newer than 79% of homes nearby

How 217 W Ruth Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeNorth FlintFlint 48505Genesee County
Estimated valuepricier than$20,05626% of homes29% of homes3% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$2535% of homes53% of homes6% of homes
Living areabigger than810 ft²18% of homes22% of homes8% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.1 ac18% of homes25% of homes8% of homes
Year builtnewer than195657% of homes79% of homes41% of homes

About 217 W Ruth Ave

How much is 217 W Ruth Ave, Flint, MI worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 217 W Ruth Ave, Flint, MI is $20,056 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $15,628 to $24,484. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 217 W Ruth Ave, Flint, MI last sell?

217 W Ruth Ave, Flint, MI last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 217 W Ruth Ave, Flint, MI?

217 W Ruth Ave, Flint, MI has 3 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 810 square feet of living space and a 0.10-acre lot.

When was 217 W Ruth Ave, Flint, MI built?

217 W Ruth Ave, Flint, MI was built in 1956, making it 70 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 217 W Ruth Ave, Flint, MI?

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

How does 217 W Ruth Ave, Flint, MI compare to other homes in Flint 48505?

Among the 8,912 homes in Flint 48505, it is worth more than 29% of them ($20,056 against a typical $24,688), its price per square foot is higher than 53% of them ($25 against a typical $24), it is bigger than 22% of them (810 ft² against a typical 959 ft²), its lot is bigger than 25% of them (0.1 ac against a typical 0.13 ac) and it is newer than 79% of them (1956 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 217 W Ruth Ave, Flint, MI?

The 2025 property tax bill for 217 W Ruth Ave, Flint, MI was $482. The county assessed it at $8,900.

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