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$539,752$207 / 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 Aug 30, 2026
Last sold for $240,000 on Sep 12, 2013

21861 RIVER RD

GROSSE POINTE WOODS, MI 48236
3
Beds
2.5
Baths
2,611 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.
0.2 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1976
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

$540K
$503K low$577K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$240,000 · Sep 12, 2013

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$8,695 (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.$252,300 (2026)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$238,800
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$504,600

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.8 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
CountyWAYNE
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.20
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (Unspecified)
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.Porch · 150 ft²

Transaction History(1)

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.

E
Ferry Elementary SchoolB
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.5 mi
H
Grosse Pointe North High SchoolA-
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.0 mi
M
Parcells Middle SchoolB+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.1 mi

District: Grosse Pointe Public Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 48236These 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.24
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.98
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.95%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.36%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.4.8%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.7%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.30,719
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.3,444 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$140,061
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$167,400
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.50°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.34 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

21861 River Rd 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 95% of homes in Wayne County
  • Costs more per square foot than 85% of homes in Wayne County
  • Bigger than 93% of homes in Wayne County
  • Has a bigger lot than 78% of homes in Wayne County
  • Newer than 95% of homes in Grosse Pointe 48236

What homes are worth in Grosse Pointe 48236

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

This home
$103K$1.5M

This home is worth more than 69% of homes in Grosse Pointe 48236.

How it measures up in Grosse Pointe 48236

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Grosse Pointe 48236.

Estimated value$539,752
CheaperTypical $419,000Pricier

Pricier than 69% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$207
CheaperTypical $230Pricier

Pricier than 31% of homes nearby

Living area2,611 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,832 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 77% of homes nearby

Lot size0.2 ac
SmallerTypical 0.17 acBigger

Bigger than 64% of homes nearby

Year built1976
OlderTypical 1950Newer

Newer than 95% of homes nearby

How 21861 River Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeGrosse Pointe 48236Wayne County
Estimated valuepricier than$539,75269% of homes95% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$20731% of homes85% of homes
Living areabigger than2,611 ft²77% of homes93% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.2 ac64% of homes78% of homes
Year builtnewer than197695% of homes84% of homes

About 21861 River Rd

How much is 21861 River Rd, Grosse Pointe Woods, MI worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 21861 River Rd, Grosse Pointe Woods, MI is $539,752 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $502,881 to $576,623. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 21861 River Rd, Grosse Pointe Woods, MI last sell?

21861 River Rd, Grosse Pointe Woods, MI last sold on Sep 12, 2013 for $240,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 21861 River Rd, Grosse Pointe Woods, MI?

21861 River Rd, Grosse Pointe Woods, MI has 3 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, 2,611 square feet of living space and a 0.20-acre lot.

When was 21861 River Rd, Grosse Pointe Woods, MI built?

21861 River Rd, Grosse Pointe Woods, MI was built in 1976, making it 50 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 21861 River Rd, Grosse Pointe Woods, MI?

21861 River Rd, Grosse Pointe Woods, MI is assigned to Ferry Elementary School (elementary), rated B; Grosse Pointe North High School (high), rated A-; Parcells Middle School (middle), rated B+. All sit in Grosse Pointe Public Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 21861 River Rd, Grosse Pointe Woods, MI compare to other homes in Grosse Pointe 48236?

Among the 12,577 homes in Grosse Pointe 48236, it is worth more than 69% of them ($539,752 against a typical $419,000), its price per square foot is higher than 31% of them ($207 against a typical $230), it is bigger than 77% of them (2,611 ft² against a typical 1,832 ft²), its lot is bigger than 64% of them (0.2 ac against a typical 0.17 ac) and it is newer than 95% of them (1976 against a typical 1950). 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 21861 River Rd, Grosse Pointe Woods, MI?

The 2025 property tax bill for 21861 River Rd, Grosse Pointe Woods, MI was $8,695. The county assessed it at $252,300.

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