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$33,808$39 / 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 Sep 24, 2026

8809 AMERICAN ST

DETROIT, MI 48204
1.5
Baths
864 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.
3,485 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1923
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

$34K
$29K low$39K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$691 (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.$6,000 (2026)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$8,000
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$12,000

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.0.08
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (Unspecified)
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air With Air Conditioning
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.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 · 156 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.

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

E
Sampson-Webber Leadership AcademyC-
Elementary · Grades PK–8 · 1.4 mi
H
Northwestern High SchoolC-
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.1 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

8809 American 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 98% of homes in Wayne County
  • Costs less per square foot than 96% of homes in Wayne County
  • Smaller than 93% of homes in Midwest
  • Has a smaller lot than 90% of homes in Wayne County
  • Older than 90% of homes in Wayne County

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$185K

This home is worth more than 10% 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$33,808
CheaperTypical $56,965Pricier

Pricier than 10% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$39
CheaperTypical $47Pricier

Pricier than 33% of homes nearby

Living area864 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,344 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 8% of homes nearby

Lot size3,485 ft²
SmallerTypical 3,920 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 30% of homes nearby

Year built1923
OlderTypical 1925Newer

Newer than 42% of homes nearby

How 8809 American St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeMidwestDetroit 48204Wayne County
Estimated valuepricier than$33,80811% of homes10% of homes2% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$3942% of homes33% of homes4% of homes
Living areabigger than864 ft²7% of homes8% of homes9% of homes
Lot sizebigger than3,485 ft²36% of homes30% of homes10% of homes
Year builtnewer than192371% of homes42% of homes10% of homes

About 8809 American St

How much is 8809 American St, Detroit, MI worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 8809 American St, Detroit, MI is $33,808 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $28,641 to $38,975. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 8809 American St, Detroit, MI last sell?

8809 American St, Detroit, MI last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 8809 American St, Detroit, MI?

8809 American St, Detroit, MI has 1.5 bathrooms, 864 square feet of living space and a 0.08-acre lot.

When was 8809 American St, Detroit, MI built?

8809 American St, Detroit, MI was built in 1923, making it 103 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 8809 American St, Detroit, MI?

8809 American St, Detroit, MI is assigned to Sampson-Webber Leadership Academy (elementary), rated C-; Northwestern High School (high), rated C-. All sit in Detroit Public Schools Community District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 8809 American St, Detroit, MI compare to other homes in Detroit 48204?

Among the 9,522 homes in Detroit 48204, it is worth more than 10% of them ($33,808 against a typical $56,965), its price per square foot is higher than 33% of them ($39 against a typical $47), it is bigger than 8% of them (864 ft² against a typical 1,344 ft²), its lot is bigger than 30% of them (3,485 ft² against a typical 3,920 ft²) and it is newer than 42% of them (1923 against a typical 1925). Measured against all of Wayne County, it is worth more than 2% 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 8809 American St, Detroit, MI?

The 2025 property tax bill for 8809 American St, Detroit, MI was $691. The county assessed it at $6,000.

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