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$205,794$124 / 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 92How 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 $185,000 on Nov 18, 2024

5939 ELMWOOD ST

MONROE, MI 48161
3
Beds
1.5
Baths
1,662 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.
0.63 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.
5
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$206K
$190K low$221K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$185,000 · Nov 18, 2024

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$3,300 (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.$125,100 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$7,350
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$117,750
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$113,050
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$250,200

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.35
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
1
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
68
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
69
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
40
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.

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
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Cape Cod
CountyMONROE
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.63
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air With Air Conditioning
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Yes
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

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.

M
Monroe Middle SchoolB-
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 0.7 mi
H
Monroe High School
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.7 mi
E
Custer Elementary SchoolC-
Elementary · Grades KG–6 · 1.8 mi

District: Monroe Public Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 48161These 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.110
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.115
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.36

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.94%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.12%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.15%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.4%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.27,015
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.578 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$64,758
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$82,633
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.50°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.34 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

5939 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.

  • Worth less than 65% of homes in Monroe County
  • Costs less per square foot than 86% of homes in Monroe County
  • Bigger than 78% of homes in Monroe 48161
  • Has a bigger lot than 68% of homes in Monroe 48161
  • Older than 88% of homes in Monroe County

What homes are worth in Monroe 48161

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

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$25K$530K

This home is worth more than 58% of homes in Monroe 48161.

How it measures up in Monroe 48161

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Monroe 48161.

Estimated value$205,794
CheaperTypical $184,707Pricier

Pricier than 58% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$124
CheaperTypical $142Pricier

Pricier than 36% of homes nearby

Living area1,662 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,268 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 78% of homes nearby

Lot size0.63 ac
SmallerTypical 0.37 acBigger

Bigger than 68% of homes nearby

Year built1920
OlderTypical 1947Newer

Newer than 30% of homes nearby

How 5939 Elmwood St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeMonroe 48161Monroe County
Estimated valuepricier than$205,79458% of homes35% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$12436% of homes14% of homes
Living areabigger than1,662 ft²78% of homes64% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.63 ac68% of homes56% of homes
Year builtnewer than192030% of homes12% of homes

About 5939 Elmwood St

How much is 5939 Elmwood St, Monroe, MI worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 5939 Elmwood St, Monroe, MI is $205,794 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $190,199 to $221,389. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 5939 Elmwood St, Monroe, MI last sell?

5939 Elmwood St, Monroe, MI last sold on Nov 18, 2024 for $185,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 5939 Elmwood St, Monroe, MI?

5939 Elmwood St, Monroe, MI has 3 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms, 1,662 square feet of living space and a 0.63-acre lot.

When was 5939 Elmwood St, Monroe, MI built?

5939 Elmwood St, Monroe, MI was built in 1920, making it 106 years old. It is a cape cod home. The building has 5 stories.

What schools serve 5939 Elmwood St, Monroe, MI?

5939 Elmwood St, Monroe, MI is assigned to Monroe Middle School (middle), rated B-; Monroe High School (high); Custer Elementary School (elementary), rated C-. All sit in Monroe Public Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 5939 Elmwood St, Monroe, MI compare to other homes in Monroe 48161?

Among the 10,023 homes in Monroe 48161, it is worth more than 58% of them ($205,794 against a typical $184,707), its price per square foot is higher than 36% of them ($124 against a typical $142), it is bigger than 78% of them (1,662 ft² against a typical 1,268 ft²), its lot is bigger than 68% of them (0.63 ac against a typical 0.37 ac) and it is newer than 30% of them (1920 against a typical 1947). Measured against all of Monroe County, it is worth more than 35% 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 5939 Elmwood St, Monroe, MI?

The 2025 property tax bill for 5939 Elmwood St, Monroe, MI was $3,300. The county assessed it at $125,100.

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