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$150,855$163 / 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 94How 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 $119,000 on May 13, 2021

5979 VANDERCOOK ST

MONROE, MI 48161
3
Beds
1
Baths
925 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.
0.42 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1956
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$151K
$142K low$160K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$119,000 · May 13, 2021

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,977 (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.$74,900 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$4,900
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$70,000
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$71,300
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$149,800

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
CountyMONROE
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.42
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air With Air Conditioning
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.None
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 · 1.1 mi
E
Custer Elementary SchoolC-
Elementary · Grades KG–6 · 1.4 mi
H
Monroe High School
High · Grades 9–12 · 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

5979 Vandercook 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 82% of homes in Monroe County
  • Costs more per square foot than 69% of homes in Monroe 48161
  • Smaller than 90% of homes in Monroe County
  • Newer than 67% of homes in Monroe 48161

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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$26K$524K

This home is worth more than 36% 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$150,855
CheaperTypical $184,117Pricier

Pricier than 36% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$163
CheaperTypical $142Pricier

Pricier than 69% of homes nearby

Living area925 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,264 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 17% of homes nearby

Lot size0.42 ac
SmallerTypical 0.36 acBigger

Bigger than 55% of homes nearby

Year built1956
OlderTypical 1947Newer

Newer than 67% of homes nearby

How 5979 Vandercook St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeMonroe 48161Monroe County
Estimated valuepricier than$150,85536% of homes18% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$16369% of homes50% of homes
Living areabigger than925 ft²17% of homes10% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.42 ac55% of homes46% of homes
Year builtnewer than195667% of homes43% of homes

About 5979 Vandercook St

How much is 5979 Vandercook St, Monroe, MI worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 5979 Vandercook St, Monroe, MI is $150,855 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $142,076 to $159,634. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 5979 Vandercook St, Monroe, MI last sell?

5979 Vandercook St, Monroe, MI last sold on May 13, 2021 for $119,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 5979 Vandercook St, Monroe, MI?

5979 Vandercook St, Monroe, MI has 3 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 925 square feet of living space and a 0.42-acre lot.

When was 5979 Vandercook St, Monroe, MI built?

5979 Vandercook St, Monroe, MI was built in 1956, making it 70 years old.

What schools serve 5979 Vandercook St, Monroe, MI?

5979 Vandercook St, Monroe, MI is assigned to Monroe Middle School (middle), rated B-; Custer Elementary School (elementary), rated C-; Monroe High School (high). All sit in Monroe Public Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 5979 Vandercook St, Monroe, MI compare to other homes in Monroe 48161?

Among the 10,023 homes in Monroe 48161, it is worth more than 36% of them ($150,855 against a typical $184,117), its price per square foot is higher than 69% of them ($163 against a typical $142), it is bigger than 17% of them (925 ft² against a typical 1,264 ft²), its lot is bigger than 55% of them (0.42 ac against a typical 0.36 ac) and it is newer than 67% of them (1956 against a typical 1947). Measured against all of Monroe County, it is worth more than 18% 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 5979 Vandercook St, Monroe, MI?

The 2025 property tax bill for 5979 Vandercook St, Monroe, MI was $1,977. The county assessed it at $74,900.

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