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$126,643$80 / 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 83How 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

8226 ESPER ST

DETROIT, MI 48204
1.5
Baths
1,592 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.
0.13 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.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$127K
$105K low$148K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$130 (2025)
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$68,200

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.10 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
CountyWAYNE
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.13
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air With Air Conditioning
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Yes
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 · 43 ft²

Transaction History(4)

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
Barton Elementary SchoolD
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.6 mi
M
Mackenzie Elementary-Middle SchoolF
Middle · Grades PK–8 · 0.8 mi
H
Cody High SchoolD-
High · Grades 9–12 · 3.0 mi

District: Detroit Public Schools Community District

Neighborhood · ZIP 48204These 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.91
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.30

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.72%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.6.3%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.30%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.2%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.21,751
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.4,342 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$34,600
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$50,602
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

8226 Esper 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 more than 93% of homes in Detroit 48204
  • Costs more per square foot than 85% of homes in Detroit 48204
  • Bigger than 70% of homes in Wayne County
  • Has a bigger lot than 93% of homes in Detroit 48204
  • Newer than 90% of homes in Detroit 48204

What homes are worth in Detroit 48204

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

This home
$24K$189K

This home is worth more than 93% of homes in Detroit 48204.

How it measures up in Detroit 48204

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Detroit 48204.

Estimated value$126,643
CheaperTypical $57,187Pricier

Pricier than 93% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$80
CheaperTypical $47Pricier

Pricier than 85% of homes nearby

Living area1,592 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,344 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 68% of homes nearby

Lot size0.13 ac
SmallerTypical 3,920 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 93% of homes nearby

Year built1948
OlderTypical 1925Newer

Newer than 90% of homes nearby

How 8226 Esper St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeAviationDetroit 48204Wayne County
Estimated valuepricier than$126,64336% of homes93% of homes34% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$8020% of homes85% of homes23% of homes
Living areabigger than1,592 ft²56% of homes68% of homes70% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.13 ac79% of homes93% of homes51% of homes
Year builtnewer than194866% of homes90% of homes43% of homes

About 8226 Esper St

How much is 8226 Esper St, Detroit, MI worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 8226 Esper St, Detroit, MI is $126,643 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $105,177 to $148,109. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 8226 Esper St, Detroit, MI last sell?

8226 Esper St, Detroit, MI last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 8226 Esper St, Detroit, MI?

8226 Esper St, Detroit, MI has 1.5 bathrooms, 1,592 square feet of living space and a 0.13-acre lot.

When was 8226 Esper St, Detroit, MI built?

8226 Esper St, Detroit, MI was built in 1948, making it 78 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 8226 Esper St, Detroit, MI?

8226 Esper St, Detroit, MI is assigned to Barton Elementary School (elementary), rated D; Mackenzie Elementary-Middle School (middle), rated F; 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 8226 Esper St, Detroit, MI compare to other homes in Detroit 48204?

Among the 9,522 homes in Detroit 48204, it is worth more than 93% of them ($126,643 against a typical $57,187), its price per square foot is higher than 85% of them ($80 against a typical $47), it is bigger than 68% of them (1,592 ft² against a typical 1,344 ft²), its lot is bigger than 93% of them (0.13 ac against a typical 3,920 ft²) and it is newer than 90% of them (1948 against a typical 1925). Measured against all of Wayne County, it is worth more than 34% 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 8226 Esper St, Detroit, MI?

The 2025 property tax bill for 8226 Esper St, Detroit, MI was $130.

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