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$62,339$55 / 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 70How 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 $1,500 on Aug 9, 2012

8211 WHITCOMB ST

DETROIT, MI 48228
1
Baths
1,130 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.
0.1 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1939
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

$62K
$43K low$81K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$1,500 · Aug 9, 2012

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$579 (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.$7,600 (2026)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$6,400
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$15,200

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.0.10
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 · 87 ft²

Transaction History(6)

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(2)

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

H
Cody High SchoolD-
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.4 mi
M
Mackenzie Elementary-Middle SchoolF
Middle · Grades PK–8 · 2.0 mi
E
Barton Elementary SchoolD
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 2.1 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

8211 Whitcomb 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 89% of homes in Wayne County
  • Costs less per square foot than 90% of homes in Wayne County
  • Bigger than 78% of homes in Detroit 48228
  • Has a bigger lot than 90% of homes in Fiskorn
  • Older than 85% 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$149K

This home is worth more than 33% 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$62,339
CheaperTypical $70,945Pricier

Pricier than 33% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$55
CheaperTypical $73Pricier

Pricier than 15% of homes nearby

Living area1,130 ft²
SmallerTypical 968 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 78% of homes nearby

Lot size0.1 ac
SmallerTypical 0.12 acBigger

Bigger than 30% of homes nearby

Year built1939
OlderTypical 1948Newer

Newer than 15% of homes nearby

How 8211 Whitcomb St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeFiskornDetroit 48228Wayne County
Estimated valuepricier than$62,33944% of homes33% of homes11% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$5522% of homes15% of homes10% of homes
Living areabigger than1,130 ft²76% of homes78% of homes39% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.1 ac90% of homes30% of homes24% of homes
Year builtnewer than193934% of homes15% of homes27% of homes

About 8211 Whitcomb St

How much is 8211 Whitcomb St, Detroit, MI worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 8211 Whitcomb St, Detroit, MI is $62,339 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $43,346 to $81,332. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 8211 Whitcomb St, Detroit, MI last sell?

8211 Whitcomb St, Detroit, MI last sold on Aug 9, 2012 for $1,500, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 3 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 8211 Whitcomb St, Detroit, MI?

8211 Whitcomb St, Detroit, MI has 1 bathrooms, 1,130 square feet of living space and a 0.10-acre lot.

When was 8211 Whitcomb St, Detroit, MI built?

8211 Whitcomb St, Detroit, MI was built in 1939, making it 87 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 8211 Whitcomb St, Detroit, MI?

8211 Whitcomb St, Detroit, MI is assigned to Cody High School (high), rated D-; Mackenzie Elementary-Middle School (middle), rated F; Barton Elementary School (elementary), rated D. All sit in Detroit Public Schools Community District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 8211 Whitcomb St, Detroit, MI compare to other homes in Detroit 48228?

Among the 18,844 homes in Detroit 48228, it is worth more than 33% of them ($62,339 against a typical $70,945), its price per square foot is higher than 15% of them ($55 against a typical $73), it is bigger than 78% of them (1,130 ft² against a typical 968 ft²), its lot is bigger than 30% of them (0.1 ac against a typical 0.12 ac) and it is newer than 15% of them (1939 against a typical 1948). Measured against all of Wayne County, it is worth more than 11% 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 8211 Whitcomb St, Detroit, MI?

The 2025 property tax bill for 8211 Whitcomb St, Detroit, MI was $579. The county assessed it at $7,600.

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