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$2,351,479$624 / 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 93How 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 $1,800,000 on Sep 22, 2020

873 WATKINS ST

BIRMINGHAM, MI 48009
4
Beds
5.5
Baths
3,770 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.
0.18 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2019
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
10
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

$2.4M
$2.2M low$2.5M high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$1,800,000 · Sep 22, 2020

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$34,185 (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.$1,056,390 (2025)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$965,140
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$2,112,780

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.0.18
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 · 200 ft²

Transaction History(5)

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
Pierce Elementary SchoolA+
Elementary · Grades EE–5 · 0.6 mi
M
Derby Middle SchoolA
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.2 mi
H
Ernest W. Seaholm High SchoolA
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.2 mi

District: Birmingham Public Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 48009These 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.91
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.92%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.36%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.4.8%
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.21,935
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.4,416 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$160,964
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$221,022
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.48°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.32 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

873 Watkins 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.

  • Among the most valuable homes in Oakland County
  • Among the highest price per square foot in Oakland County
  • Bigger than 95% of homes in Oakland County
  • Has a smaller lot than 74% of homes in Oakland County
  • Among the newest homes in Oakland County

What homes are worth in Birmingham 48009

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

This home
$194K$3.5M

This home is worth more than 93% of homes in Birmingham 48009.

How it measures up in Birmingham 48009

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Birmingham 48009.

Estimated value$2,351,479
CheaperTypical $806,626Pricier

Pricier than 93% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$624
CheaperTypical $397Pricier

Pricier than 93% of homes nearby

Living area3,770 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,078 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 87% of homes nearby

Lot size0.18 ac
SmallerTypical 0.17 acBigger

Bigger than 55% of homes nearby

Year built2019
OlderTypical 1954Newer

Newer than 97% of homes nearby

How 873 Watkins St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeBirmingham 48009Oakland County
Estimated valuepricier than$2,351,47993% of homesalmost all homes
Price per ft²pricier than$62493% of homesalmost all homes
Living areabigger than3,770 ft²87% of homes95% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.18 ac55% of homes26% of homes
Year builtnewer than201997% of homesalmost all homes

About 873 Watkins St

How much is 873 Watkins St, Birmingham, MI worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 873 Watkins St, Birmingham, MI is $2,351,479 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $2,181,214 to $2,521,744. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 873 Watkins St, Birmingham, MI last sell?

873 Watkins St, Birmingham, MI last sold on Sep 22, 2020 for $1,800,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 873 Watkins St, Birmingham, MI?

873 Watkins St, Birmingham, MI has 4 bedrooms, 5.5 bathrooms, 3,770 square feet of living space and a 0.18-acre lot.

When was 873 Watkins St, Birmingham, MI built?

873 Watkins St, Birmingham, MI was built in 2019, making it 7 years old. It is a colonial home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 873 Watkins St, Birmingham, MI?

873 Watkins St, Birmingham, MI is assigned to Pierce Elementary School (elementary), rated A+; Derby Middle School (middle), rated A; Ernest W. Seaholm High School (high), rated A. All sit in Birmingham Public Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 873 Watkins St, Birmingham, MI compare to other homes in Birmingham 48009?

Among the 9,129 homes in Birmingham 48009, it is worth more than 93% of them ($2,351,479 against a typical $806,626), its price per square foot is higher than 93% of them ($624 against a typical $397), it is bigger than 87% of them (3,770 ft² against a typical 2,078 ft²), its lot is bigger than 55% of them (0.18 ac against a typical 0.17 ac) and it is newer than 97% of them (2019 against a typical 1954). Measured against all of Oakland County, it is worth more than almost all 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 873 Watkins St, Birmingham, MI?

The 2025 property tax bill for 873 Watkins St, Birmingham, MI was $34,185. The county assessed it at $1,056,390.

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