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$199,275$117 / 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 86How 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 $190,000 on Nov 4, 2024

797 PALMER DR

PONTIAC, MI 48342
4
Beds
2
Baths
1,710 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.
0.25 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1942
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
7
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

$199K
$171K low$227K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$190,000 · Nov 4, 2024

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$3,056 (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.$83,350 (2025)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$80,300
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$166,700

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.1995
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.25
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
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 · 70 ft²

Transaction History(10)

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 SchoolF
Elementary · Grades KG–6 · 0.5 mi
M
Pontiac Middle SchoolF
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.7 mi
H
Pontiac High SchoolD-
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.8 mi

District: Pontiac City School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 48342These 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.160
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.92
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.26

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.92%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.7.7%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.33%
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.18,796
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.3,389 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$39,135
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$49,672
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

797 Palmer Dr 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 95% of homes in Pontiac 48342
  • Costs less per square foot than 97% of homes in Oakland County
  • Bigger than 89% of homes in Pontiac 48342
  • Has a bigger lot than 88% of homes in Pontiac 48342
  • Older than 88% of homes in Oakland County

What homes are worth in Pontiac 48342

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

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$46K$243K

This home is worth more than 95% of homes in Pontiac 48342.

How it measures up in Pontiac 48342

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Pontiac 48342.

Estimated value$199,275
CheaperTypical $110,000Pricier

Pricier than 95% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$117
CheaperTypical $99Pricier

Pricier than 67% of homes nearby

Living area1,710 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,075 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 89% of homes nearby

Lot size0.25 ac
SmallerTypical 0.14 acBigger

Bigger than 88% of homes nearby

Year built1942
OlderTypical 1936Newer

Newer than 54% of homes nearby

How 797 Palmer Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homePontiac 48342Oakland County
Estimated valuepricier than$199,27595% of homes13% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$11767% of homes3% of homes
Living areabigger than1,710 ft²89% of homes50% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.25 ac88% of homes41% of homes
Year builtnewer than194254% of homes12% of homes

About 797 Palmer Dr

How much is 797 Palmer Dr, Pontiac, MI worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 797 Palmer Dr, Pontiac, MI is $199,275 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $171,178 to $227,372. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 797 Palmer Dr, Pontiac, MI last sell?

797 Palmer Dr, Pontiac, MI last sold on Nov 4, 2024 for $190,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 4 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 797 Palmer Dr, Pontiac, MI?

797 Palmer Dr, Pontiac, MI has 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,710 square feet of living space and a 0.25-acre lot.

When was 797 Palmer Dr, Pontiac, MI built?

797 Palmer Dr, Pontiac, MI was built in 1942, making it 84 years old. It is a ranch home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 797 Palmer Dr, Pontiac, MI?

797 Palmer Dr, Pontiac, MI is assigned to Herrington School (elementary), rated F; Pontiac Middle School (middle), rated F; 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 797 Palmer Dr, Pontiac, MI compare to other homes in Pontiac 48342?

Among the 5,382 homes in Pontiac 48342, it is worth more than 95% of them ($199,275 against a typical $110,000), its price per square foot is higher than 67% of them ($117 against a typical $99), it is bigger than 89% of them (1,710 ft² against a typical 1,075 ft²), its lot is bigger than 88% of them (0.25 ac against a typical 0.14 ac) and it is newer than 54% of them (1942 against a typical 1936). Measured against all of Oakland County, it is worth more than 13% 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 797 Palmer Dr, Pontiac, MI?

The 2025 property tax bill for 797 Palmer Dr, Pontiac, MI was $3,056. The county assessed it at $83,350.

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