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$139,203$128 / 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 85How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Jul 14, 2026
Last sold for $13,511 on Sep 16, 2011

8159 CHATHAM

REDFORD, MI 48239
1
Baths
1,089 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.
0.16 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1948
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$139K
$119K 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.$13,511 · Sep 16, 2011

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,820 (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.$58,800 (2025)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$49,300
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$117,600

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.0.16
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Brick
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air With Air Conditioning
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 · 28 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.

Foreclosure Filings(3)

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

E
Dixon Educational Learning AcademyD-
Elementary · Grades KG–8 · 0.7 mi
H
Cody High SchoolD+
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.1 mi

District: Detroit Public Schools Community District

Neighborhood · ZIP 48239These 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.66
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 100.25

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.96%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.18%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.12%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.6%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.35,828
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.3,762 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$72,485
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$86,581
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

8159 Chatham 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 89% of homes in Far West Detroit
  • Costs more per square foot than 85% of homes in Far West Detroit
  • Bigger than 75% of homes in Far West Detroit
  • Has a bigger lot than 94% of homes in Far West Detroit
  • Older than 78% of homes in Redford 48239

What homes are worth in Redford 48239

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

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$66K$302K

This home is worth more than 40% of homes in Redford 48239.

How it measures up in Redford 48239

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Redford 48239.

Estimated value$139,203
CheaperTypical $151,050Pricier

Pricier than 40% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$128
CheaperTypical $129Pricier

Pricier than 49% of homes nearby

Living area1,089 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,116 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 43% of homes nearby

Lot size0.16 ac
SmallerTypical 0.14 acBigger

Bigger than 73% of homes nearby

Year built1948
OlderTypical 1952Newer

Newer than 22% of homes nearby

How 8159 Chatham ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeFar West DetroitRedford 48239Wayne County
Estimated valuepricier than$139,20389% of homes40% of homes42% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$12885% of homes49% of homes47% of homes
Living areabigger than1,089 ft²75% of homes43% of homes35% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.16 ac94% of homes73% of homes65% of homes
Year builtnewer than194856% of homes22% of homes43% of homes

About 8159 Chatham

How much is 8159 Chatham, Redford, MI worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 8159 Chatham, Redford, MI is $139,203 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $118,856 to $159,550. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 8159 Chatham, Redford, MI last sell?

8159 Chatham, Redford, MI last sold on Sep 16, 2011 for $13,511, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 8159 Chatham, Redford, MI?

8159 Chatham, Redford, MI has 1 bathrooms, 1,089 square feet of living space and a 0.16-acre lot.

When was 8159 Chatham, Redford, MI built?

8159 Chatham, Redford, MI was built in 1948, making it 78 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 8159 Chatham, Redford, MI?

8159 Chatham, Redford, MI is assigned to Dixon Educational Learning 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 8159 Chatham, Redford, MI compare to other homes in Redford 48239?

Among the 14,957 homes in Redford 48239, it is worth more than 40% of them ($139,203 against a typical $151,050), its price per square foot is higher than 49% of them ($128 against a typical $129), it is bigger than 43% of them (1,089 ft² against a typical 1,116 ft²), its lot is bigger than 73% of them (0.16 ac against a typical 0.14 ac) and it is newer than 22% of them (1948 against a typical 1952). Measured against all of Wayne County, it is worth more than 42% 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 8159 Chatham, Redford, MI?

The 2025 property tax bill for 8159 Chatham, Redford, MI was $1,820. The county assessed it at $58,800.

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