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$252,551$220 / 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 93How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Jul 14, 2026
Last sold for $136,000 on Mar 21, 2016

21744 RUTH ST

FARMINGTON HILLS, MI 48336
3
Beds
1
Baths
1,147 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.
1989
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

$253K
$235K low$270K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$136,000 · Mar 21, 2016
Est. Owner EquityRoughly how much of the home's value the owner would keep after paying off known loans. It is our estimate minus the loans still owed.$122,751
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$98,201
Loan-to-ValueHow much is still owed on the home compared to what it is worth. 80% means loans equal 80% of our estimate, so it shifts when the estimate does.50%
1st MortgageA loan still believed to be open on this home, in the order lenders get repaid. The first position is paid back before the second.$129,800
MORTGAGE CENTER LLC · recorded Aug 7, 2020

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,869 (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.$102,130 (2024)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$18,560
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$83,570
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$204,260

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.Ranch
CountyOAKLAND
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.21
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air With Air Conditioning
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.None
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 · 192 ft²Patio · 192 ft²Porch · 20 ft²

Transaction History(3)

Sales and refinances filed with the county for this home. Not every transfer is a normal sale, so check the type before comparing prices.

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

H
Farmington High SchoolA-
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.9 mi
E
Gill Elementary SchoolB+
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 1.6 mi
M
Power Middle SchoolB+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.7 mi

District: Farmington Public School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 48336These 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.93
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.96%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.27%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.6.0%
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.26,622
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.2,934 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$92,105
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$114,209
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%

Ownership

OccupancyWhether the owner appears to live here or somewhere else. It is inferred from the mailing address on record.Owner occupied
Company ownedWhether the owner is a company or trust rather than a person.No

Data by ATTOM. Valuations are automated estimates, not appraisals. Photos from Google Street View and may not depict the current property state.

How this home compares

21744 Ruth 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 71% of homes in Oakland County
  • Costs more per square foot than 81% of homes in Farmington 48336
  • Smaller than 78% of homes in Oakland County
  • Has a smaller lot than 68% of homes in Farmington 48336
  • Newer than 86% of homes in Farmington 48336

What homes are worth in Farmington 48336

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

This home
$73K$510K

This home is worth more than 42% of homes in Farmington 48336.

How it measures up in Farmington 48336

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Farmington 48336.

Estimated value$252,551
CheaperTypical $273,995Pricier

Pricier than 42% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$220
CheaperTypical $176Pricier

Pricier than 81% of homes nearby

Living area1,147 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,452 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 30% of homes nearby

Lot size0.21 ac
SmallerTypical 0.29 acBigger

Bigger than 32% of homes nearby

Year built1989
OlderTypical 1963Newer

Newer than 86% of homes nearby

How 21744 Ruth St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeFarmington 48336Oakland County
Estimated valuepricier than$252,55142% of homes29% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$22081% of homes63% of homes
Living areabigger than1,147 ft²30% of homes22% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.21 ac32% of homes32% of homes
Year builtnewer than198986% of homes72% of homes

About 21744 Ruth St

How much is 21744 Ruth St, Farmington Hills, MI worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 21744 Ruth St, Farmington Hills, MI is $252,551 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $235,232 to $269,870. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 21744 Ruth St, Farmington Hills, MI last sell?

21744 Ruth St, Farmington Hills, MI last sold on Mar 21, 2016 for $136,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 3 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 21744 Ruth St, Farmington Hills, MI?

21744 Ruth St, Farmington Hills, MI has 3 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,147 square feet of living space and a 0.21-acre lot.

When was 21744 Ruth St, Farmington Hills, MI built?

21744 Ruth St, Farmington Hills, MI was built in 1989, making it 37 years old. It is a ranch home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 21744 Ruth St, Farmington Hills, MI?

21744 Ruth St, Farmington Hills, MI is assigned to Farmington High School (high), rated A-; Gill Elementary School (elementary), rated B+; Power Middle School (middle), rated B+. All sit in Farmington Public School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 21744 Ruth St, Farmington Hills, MI compare to other homes in Farmington 48336?

Among the 9,342 homes in Farmington 48336, it is worth more than 42% of them ($252,551 against a typical $273,995), its price per square foot is higher than 81% of them ($220 against a typical $176), it is bigger than 30% of them (1,147 ft² against a typical 1,452 ft²), its lot is bigger than 32% of them (0.21 ac against a typical 0.29 ac) and it is newer than 86% of them (1989 against a typical 1963). Measured against all of Oakland County, it is worth more than 29% 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 21744 Ruth St, Farmington Hills, MI?

The 2025 property tax bill for 21744 Ruth St, Farmington Hills, MI was $2,869. The county assessed it at $102,130.

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