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$549,001$224 / 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 97How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Jul 14, 2026
Last sold for $216,500 on Oct 16, 2008

42 AMHERST RD

PLEASANT RIDGE, MI 48069
4
Beds
2.5
Baths
2,446 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.
0.13 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1931
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
6
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.
1
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$549K
$532K low$566K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$216,500 · Oct 16, 2008
Est. Owner EquityRoughly how much of the home's value the owner would keep after paying off known loans. It is our estimate minus the loans still owed.$215,331
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$172,265
Loan-to-ValueHow much is still owed on the home compared to what it is worth. 80% means loans equal 80% of our estimate, so it shifts when the estimate does.62%
1st MortgageA loan still believed to be open on this home, in the order lenders get repaid. The first position is paid back before the second.$333,670
UNITED WHOLESALE MORTGAGE · recorded Mar 25, 2020

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$7,504 (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.$292,850 (2025)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$293,570
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$585,700

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
Effective Year BuiltAn adjusted build year that accounts for condition and major remodels. A big renovation can make a home count as newer than it is.2017
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.13
FoundationWhat the home is built on, such as a concrete slab, a crawl space, or a basement.No Foundation
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asphalt
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.Deck · 183 ft²Porch · 121 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.

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

E
Roosevelt Primary School
Elementary · Grades KG–2 · 0.6 mi
H
Ferndale High SchoolB+
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.4 mi
M
Ferndale Middle SchoolB-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.4 mi

District: Ferndale Public Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 48069These 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.68
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 100.24

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.97%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.41%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.3.0%
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.2,636
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.4,659 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$166,008
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$185,463
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.49°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%

Ownership

OccupancyWhether the owner appears to live here or somewhere else. It is inferred from the mailing address on record.Owner occupied
Company ownedWhether the owner is a company or trust rather than a person.No

Data by ATTOM. Valuations are automated estimates, not appraisals. Photos from Google Street View and may not depict the current property state.

How this home compares

42 Amherst 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 80% of homes in Oakland County
  • Costs less per square foot than 94% of homes in Pleasant Ridge 48069
  • Bigger than 82% of homes in Pleasant Ridge 48069
  • Has a smaller lot than 89% of homes in Oakland County
  • Older than 92% of homes in Oakland County

What homes are worth in Pleasant Ridge 48069

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

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$230K$1M

This home is worth more than 66% of homes in Pleasant Ridge 48069.

How it measures up in Pleasant Ridge 48069

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Pleasant Ridge 48069.

Estimated value$549,001
CheaperTypical $477,667Pricier

Pricier than 66% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$224
CheaperTypical $285Pricier

Pricier than 6% of homes nearby

Living area2,446 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,719 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 82% of homes nearby

Lot size0.13 ac
SmallerTypical 0.15 acBigger

Bigger than 23% of homes nearby

Year built1931
OlderTypical 1928Newer

Newer than 59% of homes nearby

How 42 Amherst Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homePleasant Ridge 48069Oakland County
Estimated valuepricier than$549,00166% of homes80% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$2246% of homes65% of homes
Living areabigger than2,446 ft²82% of homes76% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.13 ac23% of homes11% of homes
Year builtnewer than193159% of homes8% of homes

About 42 Amherst Rd

How much is 42 Amherst Rd, Pleasant Ridge, MI worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 42 Amherst Rd, Pleasant Ridge, MI is $549,001 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $532,351 to $565,651. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 42 Amherst Rd, Pleasant Ridge, MI last sell?

42 Amherst Rd, Pleasant Ridge, MI last sold on Oct 16, 2008 for $216,500, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 42 Amherst Rd, Pleasant Ridge, MI?

42 Amherst Rd, Pleasant Ridge, MI has 4 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, 2,446 square feet of living space and a 0.13-acre lot.

When was 42 Amherst Rd, Pleasant Ridge, MI built?

42 Amherst Rd, Pleasant Ridge, MI was built in 1931, making it 95 years old. It is a colonial home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 42 Amherst Rd, Pleasant Ridge, MI?

42 Amherst Rd, Pleasant Ridge, MI is assigned to Roosevelt Primary School (elementary); Ferndale High School (high), rated B+; Ferndale Middle School (middle), rated B-. All sit in Ferndale Public Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 42 Amherst Rd, Pleasant Ridge, MI compare to other homes in Pleasant Ridge 48069?

Among the 1,143 homes in Pleasant Ridge 48069, it is worth more than 66% of them ($549,001 against a typical $477,667), its price per square foot is higher than 6% of them ($224 against a typical $285), it is bigger than 82% of them (2,446 ft² against a typical 1,719 ft²), its lot is bigger than 23% of them (0.13 ac against a typical 0.15 ac) and it is newer than 59% of them (1931 against a typical 1928). Measured against all of Oakland County, it is worth more than 80% 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 42 Amherst Rd, Pleasant Ridge, MI?

The 2025 property tax bill for 42 Amherst Rd, Pleasant Ridge, MI was $7,504. The county assessed it at $292,850.

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