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$145,319$95 / 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 95How 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 $5,000 on Apr 27, 2012

3902 BALFOUR RD

DETROIT, MI 48224
1.5
Baths
1,522 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.
0.15 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1948
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

$145K
$138K low$153K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$5,000 · Apr 27, 2012

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$57 (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.$2,600 (2026)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$2,600
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$5,200

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.0.15
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 · 47 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.

Foreclosure Filings(3)

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

H
East English Village Preparatory Academy at FinneyD-
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.3 mi
E
Carstens Elementary-Middle SchoolD
Elementary · Grades PK–8 · 2.0 mi

District: Detroit Public Schools Community District

Neighborhood · ZIP 48224These 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.122
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.85%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.9.1%
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.39,514
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.6,883 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$47,558
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$62,037
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.49°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

3902 Balfour 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 82% of homes in Detroit 48224
  • Costs more per square foot than 73% of homes in Morningside
  • Bigger than 78% of homes in Detroit 48224
  • Has a bigger lot than 89% of homes in Morningside
  • Newer than 87% of homes in Detroit 48224

What homes are worth in Detroit 48224

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

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$39K$236K

This home is worth more than 82% of homes in Detroit 48224.

How it measures up in Detroit 48224

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Detroit 48224.

Estimated value$145,319
CheaperTypical $88,711Pricier

Pricier than 82% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$95
CheaperTypical $76Pricier

Pricier than 73% of homes nearby

Living area1,522 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,193 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 78% of homes nearby

Lot size0.15 ac
SmallerTypical 0.11 acBigger

Bigger than 89% of homes nearby

Year built1948
OlderTypical 1940Newer

Newer than 87% of homes nearby

How 3902 Balfour Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeMorningsideDetroit 48224Wayne County
Estimated valuepricier than$145,31973% of homes82% of homes40% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$9573% of homes73% of homes30% of homes
Living areabigger than1,522 ft²56% of homes78% of homes66% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.15 ac89% of homes89% of homes61% of homes
Year builtnewer than194885% of homes87% of homes43% of homes

About 3902 Balfour Rd

How much is 3902 Balfour Rd, Detroit, MI worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 3902 Balfour Rd, Detroit, MI is $145,319 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $138,081 to $152,557. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 3902 Balfour Rd, Detroit, MI last sell?

3902 Balfour Rd, Detroit, MI last sold on Apr 27, 2012 for $5,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 3902 Balfour Rd, Detroit, MI?

3902 Balfour Rd, Detroit, MI has 1.5 bathrooms, 1,522 square feet of living space and a 0.15-acre lot.

When was 3902 Balfour Rd, Detroit, MI built?

3902 Balfour Rd, Detroit, MI was built in 1948, making it 78 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 3902 Balfour Rd, Detroit, MI?

3902 Balfour Rd, Detroit, MI is assigned to East English Village Preparatory Academy at Finney (high), rated D-; Carstens Elementary-Middle School (elementary), rated D. All sit in Detroit Public Schools Community District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 3902 Balfour Rd, Detroit, MI compare to other homes in Detroit 48224?

Among the 16,198 homes in Detroit 48224, it is worth more than 82% of them ($145,319 against a typical $88,711), its price per square foot is higher than 73% of them ($95 against a typical $76), it is bigger than 78% of them (1,522 ft² against a typical 1,193 ft²), its lot is bigger than 89% of them (0.15 ac against a typical 0.11 ac) and it is newer than 87% of them (1948 against a typical 1940). Measured against all of Wayne County, it is worth more than 40% 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 3902 Balfour Rd, Detroit, MI?

The 2025 property tax bill for 3902 Balfour Rd, Detroit, MI was $57. The county assessed it at $2,600.

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