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$278,319$148 / 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 83How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Aug 30, 2026

4597 FOREST AVE

WATERFORD, MI 48328
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,876 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.
0.22 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1950
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
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.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$278K
$232K low$324K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$3,014 (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.$256,910 (2025)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$244,580
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$513,820

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.Ranch
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.2000
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.22
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
ViewThe type of view from the property, or another feature of the site that affects value.Waterfront-Beach (Ocean, River Or Lake)
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Deck · 146 ft²Porch · 40 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
Sandburg Elementary School
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.9 mi
H
Mott High SchoolC+
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.5 mi
M
Mason Middle SchoolC+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.9 mi

District: Waterford School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 48328These 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.129
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 100.25

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.94%
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.11%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.1%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.25,578
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.2,364 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$66,786
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$92,681
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.48°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.31 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

4597 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.

  • Worth more than 71% of homes in Waterford 48328
  • Costs less per square foot than 85% of homes in Oakland County
  • Bigger than 83% of homes in Waterford 48328
  • Has a smaller lot than 67% of homes in Oakland County
  • Older than 80% of homes in Oakland County

What homes are worth in Waterford 48328

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

This home
$76K$799K

This home is worth more than 71% of homes in Waterford 48328.

How it measures up in Waterford 48328

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Waterford 48328.

Estimated value$278,319
CheaperTypical $229,297Pricier

Pricier than 71% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$148
CheaperTypical $178Pricier

Pricier than 24% of homes nearby

Living area1,876 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,268 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 83% of homes nearby

Lot size0.22 ac
SmallerTypical 0.24 acBigger

Bigger than 45% of homes nearby

Year built1950
OlderTypical 1957Newer

Newer than 33% of homes nearby

How 4597 Forest Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeWaterford 48328Oakland County
Estimated valuepricier than$278,31971% of homes34% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$14824% of homes15% of homes
Living areabigger than1,876 ft²83% of homes57% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.22 ac45% of homes33% of homes
Year builtnewer than195033% of homes20% of homes

About 4597 Forest Ave

How much is 4597 Forest Ave, Waterford, MI worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 4597 Forest Ave, Waterford, MI is $278,319 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $232,248 to $324,390. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 4597 Forest Ave, Waterford, MI last sell?

4597 Forest Ave, Waterford, MI last sold on Apr 17, 2002, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 4597 Forest Ave, Waterford, MI?

4597 Forest Ave, Waterford, MI has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,876 square feet of living space and a 0.22-acre lot.

When was 4597 Forest Ave, Waterford, MI built?

4597 Forest Ave, Waterford, MI was built in 1950, making it 76 years old. It is a ranch home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 4597 Forest Ave, Waterford, MI?

4597 Forest Ave, Waterford, MI is assigned to Sandburg Elementary School (elementary); Mott High School (high), rated C+; Mason Middle School (middle), rated C+. All sit in Waterford School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 4597 Forest Ave, Waterford, MI compare to other homes in Waterford 48328?

Among the 8,726 homes in Waterford 48328, it is worth more than 71% of them ($278,319 against a typical $229,297), its price per square foot is higher than 24% of them ($148 against a typical $178), it is bigger than 83% of them (1,876 ft² against a typical 1,268 ft²), its lot is bigger than 45% of them (0.22 ac against a typical 0.24 ac) and it is newer than 33% of them (1950 against a typical 1957). Measured against all of Oakland County, it is worth more than 34% 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 4597 Forest Ave, Waterford, MI?

The 2025 property tax bill for 4597 Forest Ave, Waterford, MI was $3,014. The county assessed it at $256,910.

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