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$37,580$40 / 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 82How 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
Last sold for $38,000 on Nov 19, 2025

2520 W FOREST AVE

DETROIT, MI 48208
1
Baths
944 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.
3,049 ft²
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.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$38K
$31K low$44K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$38,000 · Nov 19, 2025

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$527 (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.$18,200 (2026)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$19,600
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$36,400

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.0.07
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 · 108 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.

E
Burton International AcademyC-
Elementary · Grades KG–8 · 0.7 mi
H
Northwestern High SchoolC-
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.1 mi

District: Detroit Public Schools Community District

Neighborhood · ZIP 48208These 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.169
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 100.23

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.17%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.42%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.3%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.7,837
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.2,443 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$35,965
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$54,111
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

2520 W Forest 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.

  • Among the least valuable homes in Core City
  • Costs less per square foot than 96% of homes in Wayne County
  • Smaller than 95% of homes in Core City
  • Among the smallest lots in Wayne County
  • Older than 97% of homes in Wayne County

What homes are worth in Detroit 48208

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

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$35K$515K

This home is worth more than 3% of homes in Detroit 48208.

How it measures up in Detroit 48208

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Detroit 48208.

Estimated value$37,580
CheaperTypical $129,441Pricier

Pricier than 3% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$40
CheaperTypical $85Pricier

Pricier than 13% of homes nearby

Living area944 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,593 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 5% of homes nearby

Lot size3,049 ft²
SmallerTypical 0.1 acBigger

Bigger than 10% of homes nearby

Year built1913
OlderTypical 1911Newer

Newer than 65% of homes nearby

How 2520 W Forest Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeCore CityDetroit 48208Wayne County
Estimated valuepricier than$37,580almost no homes3% of homes2% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$406% of homes13% of homes4% of homes
Living areabigger than944 ft²5% of homes5% of homes16% of homes
Lot sizebigger than3,049 ft²5% of homes10% of homesalmost no homes
Year builtnewer than191341% of homes65% of homes3% of homes

About 2520 W Forest Ave

How much is 2520 W Forest Ave, Detroit, MI worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 2520 W Forest Ave, Detroit, MI is $37,580 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $30,741 to $44,419. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 2520 W Forest Ave, Detroit, MI last sell?

2520 W Forest Ave, Detroit, MI last sold on Nov 19, 2025 for $38,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 2520 W Forest Ave, Detroit, MI?

2520 W Forest Ave, Detroit, MI has 1 bathrooms, 944 square feet of living space and a 0.07-acre lot.

When was 2520 W Forest Ave, Detroit, MI built?

2520 W Forest Ave, Detroit, MI was built in 1913, making it 113 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 2520 W Forest Ave, Detroit, MI?

2520 W Forest Ave, Detroit, MI is assigned to Burton International Academy (elementary), rated C-; Northwestern High School (high), rated C-. All sit in Detroit Public Schools Community District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 2520 W Forest Ave, Detroit, MI compare to other homes in Detroit 48208?

Among the 2,241 homes in Detroit 48208, it is worth more than 3% of them ($37,580 against a typical $129,441), its price per square foot is higher than 13% of them ($40 against a typical $85), it is bigger than 5% of them (944 ft² against a typical 1,593 ft²), its lot is bigger than 10% of them (3,049 ft² against a typical 0.1 ac) and it is newer than 65% of them (1913 against a typical 1911). Measured against all of Wayne County, it is worth more than 2% 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 2520 W Forest Ave, Detroit, MI?

The 2025 property tax bill for 2520 W Forest Ave, Detroit, MI was $527. The county assessed it at $18,200.

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