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$604,002$180 / 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 96How 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 $275,000 on Dec 21, 2010

38938 EMPIRE CT

FARMINGTON HILLS, MI 48331
4
Beds
3.5
Baths
3,347 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.
0.28 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1991
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
9
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$604K
$578K low$630K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$275,000 · Dec 21, 2010

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$6,429 (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.$243,960 (2024)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$45,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$198,960
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$487,920

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.Colonial
CountyOAKLAND
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.28
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 · 42 ft²

Transaction History(2)

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
Hillside Elementary SchoolB
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 2.1 mi
H
North Farmington High SchoolA-
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.9 mi
M
East Middle SchoolB
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 5.3 mi

District: Farmington Public School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 48331These 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.42
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.91
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.21

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.34%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.4.9%
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.22,201
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.2,418 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$128,414
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$152,228
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%

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How this home compares

38938 Empire Ct 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 88% of homes in Farmington 48331
  • Costs less per square foot than 76% of homes in Oakland County
  • Bigger than 92% of homes in Farmington 48331
  • Has a smaller lot than 70% of homes in Farmington 48331
  • Newer than 84% of homes in Farmington 48331

What homes are worth in Farmington 48331

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

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$230K$850K

This home is worth more than 88% of homes in Farmington 48331.

How it measures up in Farmington 48331

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Farmington 48331.

Estimated value$604,002
CheaperTypical $457,579Pricier

Pricier than 88% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$180
CheaperTypical $195Pricier

Pricier than 29% of homes nearby

Living area3,347 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,386 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 92% of homes nearby

Lot size0.28 ac
SmallerTypical 0.35 acBigger

Bigger than 30% of homes nearby

Year built1991
OlderTypical 1985Newer

Newer than 84% of homes nearby

How 38938 Empire Ct ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeFarmington 48331Oakland County
Estimated valuepricier than$604,00288% of homes81% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$18029% of homes24% of homes
Living areabigger than3,347 ft²92% of homes92% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.28 ac30% of homes47% of homes
Year builtnewer than199184% of homes75% of homes

About 38938 Empire Ct

How much is 38938 Empire Ct, Farmington Hills, MI worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 38938 Empire Ct, Farmington Hills, MI is $604,002 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $578,089 to $629,915. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 38938 Empire Ct, Farmington Hills, MI last sell?

38938 Empire Ct, Farmington Hills, MI last sold on Dec 21, 2010 for $275,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 38938 Empire Ct, Farmington Hills, MI?

38938 Empire Ct, Farmington Hills, MI has 4 bedrooms, 3.5 bathrooms, 3,347 square feet of living space and a 0.28-acre lot.

When was 38938 Empire Ct, Farmington Hills, MI built?

38938 Empire Ct, Farmington Hills, MI was built in 1991, making it 35 years old. It is a colonial home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 38938 Empire Ct, Farmington Hills, MI?

38938 Empire Ct, Farmington Hills, MI is assigned to Hillside Elementary School (elementary), rated B; North Farmington High School (high), rated A-; East 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 38938 Empire Ct, Farmington Hills, MI compare to other homes in Farmington 48331?

Among the 7,465 homes in Farmington 48331, it is worth more than 88% of them ($604,002 against a typical $457,579), its price per square foot is higher than 29% of them ($180 against a typical $195), it is bigger than 92% of them (3,347 ft² against a typical 2,386 ft²), its lot is bigger than 30% of them (0.28 ac against a typical 0.35 ac) and it is newer than 84% of them (1991 against a typical 1985). Measured against all of Oakland County, it is worth more than 81% 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 38938 Empire Ct, Farmington Hills, MI?

The 2025 property tax bill for 38938 Empire Ct, Farmington Hills, MI was $6,429. The county assessed it at $243,960.

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