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$92,441$101 / 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 84How 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 $26,000 on Aug 11, 1999

581 MELROSE ST

PONTIAC, MI 48340
3
Beds
1
Baths
914 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.
0.33 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1920
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.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$92K
$78K low$107K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$26,000 · Aug 11, 1999

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$573 (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.$51,450 (2025)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$46,850
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$102,900

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.2023
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.33
FoundationWhat the home is built on, such as a concrete slab, a crawl space, or a basement.No Foundation
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air With Air Conditioning
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.None
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 · 9 ft²

Transaction History(1)

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
Herrington SchoolD-
Elementary · Grades KG–6 · 0.5 mi
M
Pontiac Middle SchoolD+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.8 mi
H
Pontiac High SchoolD+
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.9 mi

District: Pontiac City School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 48340These 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.144
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.95
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.24

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.93%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.10%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.22%
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.25,101
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.3,431 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$48,213
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$55,574
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

581 Melrose 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 Oakland County
  • Costs less per square foot than 98% of homes in Oakland County
  • Smaller than 93% of homes in Oakland County
  • Has a bigger lot than 88% of homes in Pontiac 48340
  • Older than 97% of homes in Oakland County

What homes are worth in Pontiac 48340

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

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$56K$309K

This home is worth more than 24% of homes in Pontiac 48340.

How it measures up in Pontiac 48340

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Pontiac 48340.

Estimated value$92,441
CheaperTypical $118,885Pricier

Pricier than 24% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$101
CheaperTypical $119Pricier

Pricier than 25% of homes nearby

Living area914 ft²
SmallerTypical 974 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 34% of homes nearby

Lot size0.33 ac
SmallerTypical 0.15 acBigger

Bigger than 88% of homes nearby

Year built1920
OlderTypical 1955Newer

Newer than 12% of homes nearby

How 581 Melrose St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homePontiac 48340Oakland County
Estimated valuepricier than$92,44124% of homesalmost no homes
Price per ft²pricier than$10125% of homes2% of homes
Living areabigger than914 ft²34% of homes7% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.33 ac88% of homes54% of homes
Year builtnewer than192012% of homes3% of homes

About 581 Melrose St

How much is 581 Melrose St, Pontiac, MI worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 581 Melrose St, Pontiac, MI is $92,441 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $78,020 to $106,862. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 581 Melrose St, Pontiac, MI last sell?

581 Melrose St, Pontiac, MI last sold on Aug 11, 1999 for $26,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 581 Melrose St, Pontiac, MI?

581 Melrose St, Pontiac, MI has 3 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 914 square feet of living space and a 0.33-acre lot.

When was 581 Melrose St, Pontiac, MI built?

581 Melrose St, Pontiac, MI was built in 1920, making it 106 years old. It is a ranch home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 581 Melrose St, Pontiac, MI?

581 Melrose St, Pontiac, MI is assigned to Herrington School (elementary), rated D-; Pontiac Middle School (middle), rated D+; Pontiac High School (high), rated D+. All sit in Pontiac City School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 581 Melrose St, Pontiac, MI compare to other homes in Pontiac 48340?

Among the 6,568 homes in Pontiac 48340, it is worth more than 24% of them ($92,441 against a typical $118,885), its price per square foot is higher than 25% of them ($101 against a typical $119), it is bigger than 34% of them (914 ft² against a typical 974 ft²), its lot is bigger than 88% of them (0.33 ac against a typical 0.15 ac) and it is newer than 12% of them (1920 against a typical 1955). 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 581 Melrose St, Pontiac, MI?

The 2025 property tax bill for 581 Melrose St, Pontiac, MI was $573. The county assessed it at $51,450.

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