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$121,052$160 / 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 87How 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 $4,000 on Sep 19, 2012

6251 ASHTON AVE

DETROIT, MI 48228
1
Baths
757 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.
0.12 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1951
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

$121K
$105K low$137K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$4,000 · Sep 19, 2012

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$920 (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.$35,200 (2026)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$29,400
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$70,400

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.0.12
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 · 84 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
Carver STEM AcademyD
Elementary · Grades PK–8 · 0.3 mi
H
Cody High SchoolD+
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.7 mi

District: Detroit Public Schools Community District

Neighborhood · ZIP 48228These 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.135
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 100.27

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.86%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.7.8%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.34%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.3%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.52,728
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.5,989 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$37,516
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$50,120
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

6251 Ashton 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.

  • Worth more than 93% of homes in Warrendale
  • Among the highest price per square foot in Warrendale
  • Smaller than 96% of homes in Wayne County
  • Has a smaller lot than 67% of homes in Wayne County
  • Newer than 83% of homes in Detroit 48228

What homes are worth in Detroit 48228

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

This home
$37K$153K

This home is worth more than 93% of homes in Detroit 48228.

How it measures up in Detroit 48228

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Detroit 48228.

Estimated value$121,052
CheaperTypical $70,899Pricier

Pricier than 93% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$160
CheaperTypical $73Pricier

Pricier than almost all homes nearby

Living area757 ft²
SmallerTypical 968 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 11% of homes nearby

Lot size0.12 ac
SmallerTypical 0.12 acBigger

Bigger than 48% of homes nearby

Year built1951
OlderTypical 1948Newer

Newer than 83% of homes nearby

How 6251 Ashton Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeWarrendaleDetroit 48228Wayne County
Estimated valuepricier than$121,05293% of homes93% of homes33% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$160almost all homesalmost all homes57% of homes
Living areabigger than757 ft²15% of homes11% of homes4% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.12 ac43% of homes48% of homes33% of homes
Year builtnewer than195182% of homes83% of homes53% of homes

About 6251 Ashton Ave

How much is 6251 Ashton Ave, Detroit, MI worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 6251 Ashton Ave, Detroit, MI is $121,052 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $105,338 to $136,766. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 6251 Ashton Ave, Detroit, MI last sell?

6251 Ashton Ave, Detroit, MI last sold on Sep 19, 2012 for $4,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 6251 Ashton Ave, Detroit, MI?

6251 Ashton Ave, Detroit, MI has 1 bathrooms, 757 square feet of living space and a 0.12-acre lot.

When was 6251 Ashton Ave, Detroit, MI built?

6251 Ashton Ave, Detroit, MI was built in 1951, making it 75 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 6251 Ashton Ave, Detroit, MI?

6251 Ashton Ave, Detroit, MI is assigned to Carver STEM Academy (elementary), rated D; Cody High School (high), rated D+. All sit in Detroit Public Schools Community District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 6251 Ashton Ave, Detroit, MI compare to other homes in Detroit 48228?

Among the 18,844 homes in Detroit 48228, it is worth more than 93% of them ($121,052 against a typical $70,899), its price per square foot is higher than almost all of them ($160 against a typical $73), it is bigger than 11% of them (757 ft² against a typical 968 ft²), its lot is bigger than 48% of them (0.12 ac against a typical 0.12 ac) and it is newer than 83% of them (1951 against a typical 1948). Measured against all of Wayne County, it is worth more than 33% 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 6251 Ashton Ave, Detroit, MI?

The 2025 property tax bill for 6251 Ashton Ave, Detroit, MI was $920. The county assessed it at $35,200.

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