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$261,913$242 / 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 Aug 30, 2026
Last sold for $242,500 on Nov 12, 2024

8897 SARASOTA

REDFORD, MI 48239
1.5
Baths
1,083 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.
1955
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
5
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

$262K
$222K low$301K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$242,500 · Nov 12, 2024

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$5,611 (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.$91,600 (2026)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$88,200
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$183,200

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.6%
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
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Ranch
CountyWAYNE
Effective Year BuiltAn adjusted build year that accounts for condition and major remodels. A big renovation can make a home count as newer than it is.1980
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.13
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
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

Transaction History(9)

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
Vandenberg Elementary SchoolC
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 0.1 mi
M
Pierce Middle SchoolC+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.6 mi
H
Thurston High SchoolB+
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.9 mi

District: South Redford School 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

8897 Sarasota 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 96% of homes in Redford 48239
  • Among the highest price per square foot in Redford 48239
  • Smaller than 66% of homes in Wayne County
  • Newer than 77% 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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$59K$288K

This home is worth more than 96% 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$261,913
CheaperTypical $160,573Pricier

Pricier than 96% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$242
CheaperTypical $136Pricier

Pricier than almost all homes nearby

Living area1,083 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,112 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 42% of homes nearby

Lot size0.13 ac
SmallerTypical 0.14 acBigger

Bigger than 46% of homes nearby

Year built1955
OlderTypical 1953Newer

Newer than 77% of homes nearby

How 8897 Sarasota ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeRedford 48239Wayne County
Estimated valuepricier than$261,91396% of homes74% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$242almost all homes93% of homes
Living areabigger than1,083 ft²42% of homes34% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.13 ac46% of homes51% of homes
Year builtnewer than195577% of homes64% of homes

About 8897 Sarasota

How much is 8897 Sarasota, Redford, MI worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 8897 Sarasota, Redford, MI is $261,913 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $222,379 to $301,447. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 8897 Sarasota, Redford, MI last sell?

8897 Sarasota, Redford, MI last sold on Nov 12, 2024 for $242,500, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 3 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 8897 Sarasota, Redford, MI?

8897 Sarasota, Redford, MI has 1.5 bathrooms, 1,083 square feet of living space and a 0.13-acre lot.

When was 8897 Sarasota, Redford, MI built?

8897 Sarasota, Redford, MI was built in 1955, making it 71 years old. It is a ranch home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 8897 Sarasota, Redford, MI?

8897 Sarasota, Redford, MI is assigned to Vandenberg Elementary School (elementary), rated C; Pierce Middle School (middle), rated C+; Thurston High School (high), rated B+. All sit in South Redford School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 8897 Sarasota, Redford, MI compare to other homes in Redford 48239?

Among the 14,962 homes in Redford 48239, it is worth more than 96% of them ($261,913 against a typical $160,573), its price per square foot is higher than almost all of them ($242 against a typical $136), it is bigger than 42% of them (1,083 ft² against a typical 1,112 ft²), its lot is bigger than 46% of them (0.13 ac against a typical 0.14 ac) and it is newer than 77% of them (1955 against a typical 1953). Measured against all of Wayne County, it is worth more than 74% 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 8897 Sarasota, Redford, MI?

The 2025 property tax bill for 8897 Sarasota, Redford, MI was $5,611. The county assessed it at $91,600.

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