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$68,736$85 / 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 63How 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
Last sold for $65,000 on Jan 24, 2025

542 E ROWLAND AVE

MADISON HEIGHTS, MI 48071
2
Beds
1
Baths
810 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.
4,225 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1926
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
1
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$69K
$43K low$94K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$65,000 · Jan 24, 2025

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,433 (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.$70,890 (2025)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$65,930
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$141,780

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.Bungalow
CountyOAKLAND
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.10
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Brick
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.Forced Air With Air Conditioning
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 · 120 ft²

Transaction History(5)

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(1)

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

M
Wilkinson Middle SchoolD+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.7 mi
H
Madison High SchoolC+
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.9 mi
E
Madison Elementary SchoolD-
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 1.1 mi

District: Madison Public Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 48071These 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.125
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.94
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.26

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.96%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.23%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.12%
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.29,227
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.4,084 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$65,954
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$78,851
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%

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How this home compares

542 E Rowland 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 Madison Heights 48071
  • Among the lowest price per square foot in Madison Heights 48071
  • Smaller than 97% of homes in Oakland County
  • Has a smaller lot than 97% of homes in Oakland County
  • Older than 97% of homes in Madison Heights 48071

What homes are worth in Madison Heights 48071

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

This home
$108K$341K

This home is worth less than almost all homes in Madison Heights 48071.

How it measures up in Madison Heights 48071

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Madison Heights 48071.

Estimated value$68,736
CheaperTypical $202,811Pricier

Cheaper than almost all homes nearby

Price per ft²$85
CheaperTypical $183Pricier

Cheaper than almost all homes nearby

Living area810 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,053 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 10% of homes nearby

Lot size4,225 ft²
SmallerTypical 0.13 acBigger

Bigger than 5% of homes nearby

Year built1926
OlderTypical 1957Newer

Newer than 3% of homes nearby

How 542 E Rowland Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeMadison Heights 48071Oakland County
Estimated valuepricier than$68,736almost no homesalmost no homes
Price per ft²pricier than$85almost no homesalmost no homes
Living areabigger than810 ft²10% of homes3% of homes
Lot sizebigger than4,225 ft²5% of homes3% of homes
Year builtnewer than19263% of homes6% of homes

About 542 E Rowland Ave

How much is 542 E Rowland Ave, Madison Heights, MI worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 542 E Rowland Ave, Madison Heights, MI is $68,736 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $43,215 to $94,257. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 542 E Rowland Ave, Madison Heights, MI last sell?

542 E Rowland Ave, Madison Heights, MI last sold on Jan 24, 2025 for $65,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 5 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 542 E Rowland Ave, Madison Heights, MI?

542 E Rowland Ave, Madison Heights, MI has 2 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 810 square feet of living space and a 0.10-acre lot.

When was 542 E Rowland Ave, Madison Heights, MI built?

542 E Rowland Ave, Madison Heights, MI was built in 1926, making it 100 years old. It is a bungalow home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 542 E Rowland Ave, Madison Heights, MI?

542 E Rowland Ave, Madison Heights, MI is assigned to Wilkinson Middle School (middle), rated D+; Madison High School (high), rated C+; Madison Elementary School (elementary), rated D-. All sit in Madison Public Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 542 E Rowland Ave, Madison Heights, MI compare to other homes in Madison Heights 48071?

Among the 10,178 homes in Madison Heights 48071, it is worth more than almost none of them ($68,736 against a typical $202,811), its price per square foot is higher than almost none of them ($85 against a typical $183), it is bigger than 10% of them (810 ft² against a typical 1,053 ft²), its lot is bigger than 5% of them (4,225 ft² against a typical 0.13 ac) and it is newer than 3% of them (1926 against a typical 1957). Measured against all of Oakland 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.

What are the property taxes on 542 E Rowland Ave, Madison Heights, MI?

The 2025 property tax bill for 542 E Rowland Ave, Madison Heights, MI was $1,433. The county assessed it at $70,890.

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