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$14,612$16 / 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 69How 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 $2,500 on Mar 13, 2013

522 E RUTH AVE

FLINT, MI 48505
2
Beds
1
Baths
906 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.
0.1 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1951
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
5
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$15K
$10K low$19K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$2,500 · Mar 13, 2013

Tax & Assessment

Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$8,000

Climate Risk

Overall riskThe average of the five hazard scores below, on a 0 to 100 scale. Higher means greater projected risk over the coming decades.24
10
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
0
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
54
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
55
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
2
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.
Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.7 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.6%
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
CountyGENESEE
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.10
FoundationWhat the home is built on, such as a concrete slab, a crawl space, or a basement.No Foundation
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Floor/Wall Furnace
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 · 60 ft²

Transaction History(7)

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.

M
Holmes STEM Middle School AcademyF
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.2 mi
E
Brownell STEM AcademyD-
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 1.6 mi
H
Southwestern Classical AcademyF
High · Grades 9–12 · 5.0 mi

District: Flint City School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 48505These 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.167
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.104
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.16

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.80%
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.34%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.0.9%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.18,122
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.1,435 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$34,427
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$44,463
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.47°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.50%

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How this home compares

522 E Ruth 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.

  • Among the least valuable homes in Genesee County
  • Among the lowest price per square foot in Genesee County
  • Smaller than 87% of homes in Genesee County
  • Has a smaller lot than 92% of homes in Genesee County
  • Older than 79% of homes in North Flint

What homes are worth in Flint 48505

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

This home
$13K$70K

This home is worth more than 4% of homes in Flint 48505.

How it measures up in Flint 48505

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Flint 48505.

Estimated value$14,612
CheaperTypical $25,755Pricier

Pricier than 4% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$16
CheaperTypical $26Pricier

Pricier than 9% of homes nearby

Living area906 ft²
SmallerTypical 960 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 37% of homes nearby

Lot size0.1 ac
SmallerTypical 0.13 acBigger

Bigger than 24% of homes nearby

Year built1951
OlderTypical 1950Newer

Newer than 56% of homes nearby

How 522 E Ruth Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeNorth FlintFlint 48505Genesee County
Estimated valuepricier than$14,6124% of homes4% of homesalmost no homes
Price per ft²pricier than$164% of homes9% of homesalmost no homes
Living areabigger than906 ft²31% of homes37% of homes13% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.1 ac18% of homes24% of homes8% of homes
Year builtnewer than195121% of homes56% of homes28% of homes

About 522 E Ruth Ave

How much is 522 E Ruth Ave, Flint, MI worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 522 E Ruth Ave, Flint, MI is $14,612 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $10,082 to $19,142. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 522 E Ruth Ave, Flint, MI last sell?

522 E Ruth Ave, Flint, MI last sold on Mar 13, 2013 for $2,500, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 522 E Ruth Ave, Flint, MI?

522 E Ruth Ave, Flint, MI has 2 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 906 square feet of living space and a 0.10-acre lot.

When was 522 E Ruth Ave, Flint, MI built?

522 E Ruth Ave, Flint, MI was built in 1951, making it 75 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 522 E Ruth Ave, Flint, MI?

522 E Ruth Ave, Flint, MI is assigned to Holmes STEM Middle School Academy (middle), rated F; Brownell STEM Academy (elementary), rated D-; Southwestern Classical Academy (high), rated F. All sit in Flint City School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 522 E Ruth Ave, Flint, MI compare to other homes in Flint 48505?

Among the 8,406 homes in Flint 48505, it is worth more than 4% of them ($14,612 against a typical $25,755), its price per square foot is higher than 9% of them ($16 against a typical $26), it is bigger than 37% of them (906 ft² against a typical 960 ft²), its lot is bigger than 24% of them (0.1 ac against a typical 0.13 ac) and it is newer than 56% of them (1951 against a typical 1950). Measured against all of Genesee County, it is worth more than almost no homes there. These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

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