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$58,059$46 / 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 91How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Sep 24, 2026

238 CALIFORNIA ST

HIGHLAND PARK, MI 48203
1
Baths
1,254 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.
0.14 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1913
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

$58K
$53K low$63K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$678 (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.$56,300 (2026)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$46,300
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$112,600

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.15 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.0.14
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air With Air Conditioning
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

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

E
Barber Preparatory AcademyD-
Elementary · Grades KG–8 · 0.6 mi
H
Northwestern High SchoolF
High · Grades 9–12 · 3.0 mi

District: Highland Park Public School Academy System

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

238 California 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 91% of homes in Wayne County
  • Costs less per square foot than 94% of homes in Wayne County
  • Has a bigger lot than 73% of homes in Highland Park 48203
  • Older than 97% of homes in Wayne County

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
$27K$565K

This home is worth more than 38% 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$58,059
CheaperTypical $64,741Pricier

Pricier than 38% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$46
CheaperTypical $54Pricier

Pricier than 35% of homes nearby

Living area1,254 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,344 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 44% of homes nearby

Lot size0.14 ac
SmallerTypical 0.1 acBigger

Bigger than 73% of homes nearby

Year built1913
OlderTypical 1925Newer

Newer than 14% of homes nearby

How 238 California St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeHighland Park 48203Wayne County
Estimated valuepricier than$58,05938% of homes9% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$4635% of homes6% of homes
Living areabigger than1,254 ft²44% of homes49% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.14 ac73% of homes50% of homes
Year builtnewer than191314% of homes3% of homes

About 238 California St

How much is 238 California St, Highland Park, MI worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 238 California St, Highland Park, MI is $58,059 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $52,793 to $63,325. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 238 California St, Highland Park, MI last sell?

238 California St, Highland Park, MI last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 238 California St, Highland Park, MI?

238 California St, Highland Park, MI has 1 bathrooms, 1,254 square feet of living space and a 0.14-acre lot.

When was 238 California St, Highland Park, MI built?

238 California St, Highland Park, MI was built in 1913, making it 113 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 238 California St, Highland Park, MI?

238 California St, Highland Park, MI is assigned to Barber Preparatory Academy (elementary), rated D-; Northwestern High School (high), rated F. All sit in Highland Park Public School Academy System. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 238 California St, Highland Park, MI compare to other homes in Highland Park 48203?

Among the 8,171 homes in Highland Park 48203, it is worth more than 38% of them ($58,059 against a typical $64,741), its price per square foot is higher than 35% of them ($46 against a typical $54), it is bigger than 44% of them (1,254 ft² against a typical 1,344 ft²), its lot is bigger than 73% of them (0.14 ac against a typical 0.1 ac) and it is newer than 14% of them (1913 against a typical 1925). Measured against all of Wayne County, it is worth more than 9% 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 238 California St, Highland Park, MI?

The 2025 property tax bill for 238 California St, Highland Park, MI was $678. The county assessed it at $56,300.

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