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$43,338$31 / 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 90How 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 $42,000 on Feb 26, 2026

4887 CORTLAND ST

DETROIT, MI 48204
1
Baths
1,414 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.
3,049 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1924
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

$43K
$39K low$48K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$42,000 · Feb 26, 2026

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$800 (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.$24,900 (2026)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$14,700
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$49,800

Climate Risk

Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.12 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.30%
FEMA Flood ZoneFEMA's flood zone for this address. Zones starting with A or V are high risk, and lenders usually require flood insurance there.minimal

Scores 0–100; higher = greater projected risk.

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.0.07
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air With Air Conditioning
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 · 110 ft²

Transaction History(4)

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(2)

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

E
Durfee Elementary-Middle SchoolD+
Elementary · Grades KG–8 · 1.4 mi
H
Central Academy and High SchoolC-
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.4 mi

District: Detroit Public Schools Community District

Neighborhood · ZIP 48204These 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.160
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 100.30

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.72%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.6.3%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.30%
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.21,751
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.4,342 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$34,600
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$50,602
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

4887 Cortland 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.

  • Among the least valuable homes in Russell Woods
  • Costs less per square foot than 98% of homes in Wayne County
  • Smaller than 91% of homes in Russell Woods
  • Among the smallest lots in Russell Woods
  • Older than 89% of homes in Wayne County

What homes are worth in Detroit 48204

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

This home
$24K$185K

This home is worth more than 25% of homes in Detroit 48204.

How it measures up in Detroit 48204

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Detroit 48204.

Estimated value$43,338
CheaperTypical $56,965Pricier

Pricier than 25% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$31
CheaperTypical $47Pricier

Pricier than 14% of homes nearby

Living area1,414 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,344 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 57% of homes nearby

Lot size3,049 ft²
SmallerTypical 3,920 ft²Bigger

Smaller than almost all homes nearby

Year built1924
OlderTypical 1925Newer

Newer than 50% of homes nearby

How 4887 Cortland St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeRussell WoodsDetroit 48204Wayne County
Estimated valuepricier than$43,338almost no homes25% of homes4% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$313% of homes14% of homes2% of homes
Living areabigger than1,414 ft²9% of homes57% of homes60% of homes
Lot sizebigger than3,049 ft²almost no homesalmost no homesalmost no homes
Year builtnewer than192413% of homes50% of homes11% of homes

About 4887 Cortland St

How much is 4887 Cortland St, Detroit, MI worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 4887 Cortland St, Detroit, MI is $43,338 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $38,999 to $47,677. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 4887 Cortland St, Detroit, MI last sell?

4887 Cortland St, Detroit, MI last sold on Feb 26, 2026 for $42,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 4 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 4887 Cortland St, Detroit, MI?

4887 Cortland St, Detroit, MI has 1 bathrooms, 1,414 square feet of living space and a 0.07-acre lot.

When was 4887 Cortland St, Detroit, MI built?

4887 Cortland St, Detroit, MI was built in 1924, making it 102 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 4887 Cortland St, Detroit, MI?

4887 Cortland St, Detroit, MI is assigned to Durfee Elementary-Middle School (elementary), rated D+; Central Academy and High School (high), rated C-. All sit in Detroit Public Schools Community District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 4887 Cortland St, Detroit, MI compare to other homes in Detroit 48204?

Among the 9,522 homes in Detroit 48204, it is worth more than 25% of them ($43,338 against a typical $56,965), its price per square foot is higher than 14% of them ($31 against a typical $47), it is bigger than 57% of them (1,414 ft² against a typical 1,344 ft²), its lot is bigger than almost none of them (3,049 ft² against a typical 3,920 ft²) and it is newer than 50% of them (1924 against a typical 1925). Measured against all of Wayne County, it is worth more than 4% 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 4887 Cortland St, Detroit, MI?

The 2025 property tax bill for 4887 Cortland St, Detroit, MI was $800. The county assessed it at $24,900.

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