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$203,090$159 / 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 65How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Oct 21, 2026
Last sold for $185,400 on May 30, 2025

5430 ELMWOOD ST

DETROIT, MI 48211
1
Baths
1,281 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.
0.11 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1890
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

$203K
$131K low$275K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$185,400 · May 30, 2025

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$939 (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.$16,800 (2026)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$18,000
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$33,600

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.6 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.0.11
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 · 145 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.

E
Golightly Education CenterD
Elementary · Grades PK–8 · 1.3 mi
H
Southeastern High SchoolF
High · Grades 9–12 · 3.0 mi

District: Detroit Public Schools Community District

Neighborhood · ZIP 48211These 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.84
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.76%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.9.9%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.33%
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.6,121
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.1,461 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$36,473
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$47,331
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

5430 Elmwood 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 most valuable homes in Poletown East
  • Among the highest price per square foot in Poletown East
  • Smaller than 80% of homes in Poletown East
  • Has a bigger lot than 86% of homes in Detroit 48211
  • Among the oldest homes in Wayne County

What homes are worth in Detroit 48211

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

This home
$29K$210K

This home is worth more than 97% of homes in Detroit 48211.

How it measures up in Detroit 48211

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Detroit 48211.

Estimated value$203,090
CheaperTypical $56,427Pricier

Pricier than 97% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$159
CheaperTypical $43Pricier

Pricier than almost all homes nearby

Living area1,281 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,448 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 34% of homes nearby

Lot size0.11 ac
SmallerTypical 3,485 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 86% of homes nearby

Year built1890
OlderTypical 1915Newer

Older than almost all homes nearby

How 5430 Elmwood St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homePoletown EastDetroit 48211Wayne County
Estimated valuepricier than$203,090almost all homes97% of homes58% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$159almost all homesalmost all homes57% of homes
Living areabigger than1,281 ft²20% of homes34% of homes52% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.11 ac78% of homes86% of homes34% of homes
Year builtnewer than18903% of homesalmost no homesalmost no homes

About 5430 Elmwood St

How much is 5430 Elmwood St, Detroit, MI worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 5430 Elmwood St, Detroit, MI is $203,090 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $131,025 to $275,155. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 5430 Elmwood St, Detroit, MI last sell?

5430 Elmwood St, Detroit, MI last sold on May 30, 2025 for $185,400, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 3 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 5430 Elmwood St, Detroit, MI?

5430 Elmwood St, Detroit, MI has 1 bathrooms, 1,281 square feet of living space and a 0.11-acre lot.

When was 5430 Elmwood St, Detroit, MI built?

5430 Elmwood St, Detroit, MI was built in 1890, making it 136 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 5430 Elmwood St, Detroit, MI?

5430 Elmwood St, Detroit, MI is assigned to Golightly Education Center (elementary), rated D; Southeastern High School (high), rated F. All sit in Detroit Public Schools Community District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 5430 Elmwood St, Detroit, MI compare to other homes in Detroit 48211?

Among the 1,584 homes in Detroit 48211, it is worth more than 97% of them ($203,090 against a typical $56,427), its price per square foot is higher than almost all of them ($159 against a typical $43), it is bigger than 34% of them (1,281 ft² against a typical 1,448 ft²), its lot is bigger than 86% of them (0.11 ac against a typical 3,485 ft²) and it is newer than almost none of them (1890 against a typical 1915). Measured against all of Wayne County, it is worth more than 58% 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 5430 Elmwood St, Detroit, MI?

The 2025 property tax bill for 5430 Elmwood St, Detroit, MI was $939. The county assessed it at $16,800.

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