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$450,019$366 / 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 96How 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 $161,000 on Jan 6, 2012

79 AMHERST RD

PLEASANT RIDGE, MI 48069
3
Beds
1.5
Baths
1,231 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.
1936
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
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

$450K
$434K low$466K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$161,000 · Jan 6, 2012

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$4,545 (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.$157,280 (2025)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$154,130
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$314,560

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.15 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
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Colonial
CountyOAKLAND
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.11
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Brick
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 · 24 ft²

Transaction History(3)

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
Roosevelt Primary School
Elementary · Grades KG–2 · 0.7 mi
H
Ferndale High SchoolB+
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.5 mi
M
Ferndale Middle SchoolB-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.5 mi

District: Ferndale Public Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 48069These 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.68
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.96
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.97%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.41%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.3.0%
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.2,636
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.4,659 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$166,008
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$185,463
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.49°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

79 Amherst Rd 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.

  • Costs more per square foot than 96% of homes in Oakland County
  • Smaller than 79% of homes in Pleasant Ridge 48069
  • Has a smaller lot than 94% of homes in Oakland County
  • Older than 91% of homes in Oakland County

What homes are worth in Pleasant Ridge 48069

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

This home
$233K$1.2M

This home is worth more than 39% of homes in Pleasant Ridge 48069.

How it measures up in Pleasant Ridge 48069

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Pleasant Ridge 48069.

Estimated value$450,019
CheaperTypical $491,285Pricier

Pricier than 39% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$366
CheaperTypical $299Pricier

Pricier than 90% of homes nearby

Living area1,231 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,697 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 21% of homes nearby

Lot size0.11 ac
SmallerTypical 0.15 acBigger

Bigger than 10% of homes nearby

Year built1936
OlderTypical 1928Newer

Newer than 65% of homes nearby

How 79 Amherst Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homePleasant Ridge 48069Oakland County
Estimated valuepricier than$450,01939% of homes63% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$36690% of homes96% of homes
Living areabigger than1,231 ft²21% of homes26% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.11 ac10% of homes6% of homes
Year builtnewer than193665% of homes9% of homes

About 79 Amherst Rd

How much is 79 Amherst Rd, Pleasant Ridge, MI worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 79 Amherst Rd, Pleasant Ridge, MI is $450,019 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $433,708 to $466,330. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 79 Amherst Rd, Pleasant Ridge, MI last sell?

79 Amherst Rd, Pleasant Ridge, MI last sold on Jan 6, 2012 for $161,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 79 Amherst Rd, Pleasant Ridge, MI?

79 Amherst Rd, Pleasant Ridge, MI has 3 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms, 1,231 square feet of living space and a 0.11-acre lot.

When was 79 Amherst Rd, Pleasant Ridge, MI built?

79 Amherst Rd, Pleasant Ridge, MI was built in 1936, making it 90 years old. It is a colonial home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 79 Amherst Rd, Pleasant Ridge, MI?

79 Amherst Rd, Pleasant Ridge, MI is assigned to Roosevelt Primary School (elementary); Ferndale High School (high), rated B+; Ferndale Middle School (middle), rated B-. All sit in Ferndale Public Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 79 Amherst Rd, Pleasant Ridge, MI compare to other homes in Pleasant Ridge 48069?

Among the 1,143 homes in Pleasant Ridge 48069, it is worth more than 39% of them ($450,019 against a typical $491,285), its price per square foot is higher than 90% of them ($366 against a typical $299), it is bigger than 21% of them (1,231 ft² against a typical 1,697 ft²), its lot is bigger than 10% of them (0.11 ac against a typical 0.15 ac) and it is newer than 65% of them (1936 against a typical 1928). Measured against all of Oakland County, it is worth more than 63% 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 79 Amherst Rd, Pleasant Ridge, MI?

The 2025 property tax bill for 79 Amherst Rd, Pleasant Ridge, MI was $4,545. The county assessed it at $157,280.

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