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$670,482$217 / 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 86How 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 $655,000 on Jul 22, 2024

261 ALFRED ST

DETROIT, MI 48201
Building report
4
Beds
2.5
Baths
3,095 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.
1,044 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1895
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
7
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
1
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$670K
$574K low$767K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$655,000 · Jul 22, 2024

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$54,982 (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.$12,800 (2026)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$746,300
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$25,600

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.31
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
1
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
63
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
69
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
25
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.

Scores 0–100; higher = greater projected risk.

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Condominium
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Condo/Apartment
CountyWAYNE
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.02
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air With Air Conditioning
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Yes
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

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
Spain Elementary-Middle SchoolD-
Elementary · Grades PK–8 · 0.5 mi
H
Southeastern High SchoolF
High · Grades 9–12 · 4.3 mi

District: Detroit Public Schools Community District

Neighborhood · ZIP 48201These 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.184
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 100.29

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.81%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.20%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.37%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.4%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.14,875
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.7,581 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$33,863
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$54,652
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

261 Alfred 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 more than 97% of homes in Wayne County
  • Costs less per square foot than 93% of homes in Brush Park
  • Bigger than 97% of homes in Wayne County
  • Among the smallest lots in Wayne County
  • Among the oldest homes in Wayne County

What homes are worth in Detroit 48201

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

This home
$177K$1.1M

This home is worth more than 84% of homes in Detroit 48201.

How it measures up in Detroit 48201

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Detroit 48201.

Estimated value$670,482
CheaperTypical $458,288Pricier

Pricier than 84% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$217
CheaperTypical $291Pricier

Pricier than 17% of homes nearby

Living area3,095 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,662 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 89% of homes nearby

Lot size1,044 ft²
SmallerTypical 1 acBigger

Bigger than 5% of homes nearby

Year built1895
OlderTypical 2001Newer

Newer than 10% of homes nearby

How 261 Alfred St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeBrush ParkDetroit 48201Wayne County
Estimated valuepricier than$670,48276% of homes84% of homes97% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$2177% of homes17% of homes83% of homes
Living areabigger than3,095 ft²94% of homes89% of homes97% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1,044 ft²9% of homes5% of homesalmost no homes
Year builtnewer than18953% of homes10% of homesalmost no homes

About 261 Alfred St

How much is 261 Alfred St, Detroit, MI worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 261 Alfred St, Detroit, MI is $670,482 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $574,388 to $766,576. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 261 Alfred St, Detroit, MI last sell?

261 Alfred St, Detroit, MI last sold on Jul 22, 2024 for $655,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 261 Alfred St, Detroit, MI?

261 Alfred St, Detroit, MI has 4 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, 3,095 square feet of living space and a 0.02-acre lot.

When was 261 Alfred St, Detroit, MI built?

261 Alfred St, Detroit, MI was built in 1895, making it 131 years old. It is a condo/apartment home. The building has 7 stories.

What schools serve 261 Alfred St, Detroit, MI?

261 Alfred St, Detroit, MI is assigned to Spain Elementary-Middle School (elementary), rated D-; Southeastern High School (high), rated F. All sit in Detroit Public Schools Community District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 261 Alfred St, Detroit, MI compare to other homes in Detroit 48201?

Among the 1,748 homes in Detroit 48201, it is worth more than 84% of them ($670,482 against a typical $458,288), its price per square foot is higher than 17% of them ($217 against a typical $291), it is bigger than 89% of them (3,095 ft² against a typical 1,662 ft²), its lot is bigger than 5% of them (1,044 ft² against a typical 1 ac) and it is newer than 10% of them (1895 against a typical 2001). Measured against all of Wayne County, it is worth more than 97% 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 261 Alfred St, Detroit, MI?

The 2025 property tax bill for 261 Alfred St, Detroit, MI was $54,982. The county assessed it at $12,800.

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