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$76,037$81 / 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 72How 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 $10,000 on Feb 24, 2010

8948 WARD ST

DETROIT, MI 48228
1
Baths
937 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.
3,920 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1952
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
1
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$76K
$55K low$97K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$10,000 · Feb 24, 2010

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,449 (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.$41,600 (2026)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$42,600
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$83,200

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.9 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.0.09
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 · 99 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.

Foreclosure Filings(1)

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

E
Mackenzie Elementary-Middle SchoolF
Elementary · Grades PK–8 · 0.7 mi
H
Cody High SchoolD-
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.5 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

8948 Ward 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 82% of homes in Wayne County
  • Costs more per square foot than 84% of homes in Barton / McFarland
  • Smaller than 85% of homes in Wayne County
  • Has a smaller lot than 95% of homes in Detroit 48228
  • Newer than 94% of homes in Barton / McFarland

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$152K

This home is worth more than 59% 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$76,037
CheaperTypical $70,952Pricier

Pricier than 59% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$81
CheaperTypical $73Pricier

Pricier than 65% of homes nearby

Living area937 ft²
SmallerTypical 968 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 41% of homes nearby

Lot size3,920 ft²
SmallerTypical 0.12 acBigger

Bigger than 5% of homes nearby

Year built1952
OlderTypical 1948Newer

Newer than 88% of homes nearby

How 8948 Ward St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeBarton / McFarlandDetroit 48228Wayne County
Estimated valuepricier than$76,03761% of homes59% of homes18% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$8184% of homes65% of homes24% of homes
Living areabigger than937 ft²19% of homes41% of homes15% of homes
Lot sizebigger than3,920 ft²16% of homes5% of homes9% of homes
Year builtnewer than195294% of homes88% of homes55% of homes

About 8948 Ward St

How much is 8948 Ward St, Detroit, MI worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 8948 Ward St, Detroit, MI is $76,037 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $54,777 to $97,297. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 8948 Ward St, Detroit, MI last sell?

8948 Ward St, Detroit, MI last sold on Feb 24, 2010 for $10,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 3 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 8948 Ward St, Detroit, MI?

8948 Ward St, Detroit, MI has 1 bathrooms, 937 square feet of living space and a 0.09-acre lot.

When was 8948 Ward St, Detroit, MI built?

8948 Ward St, Detroit, MI was built in 1952, making it 74 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 8948 Ward St, Detroit, MI?

8948 Ward St, Detroit, MI is assigned to Mackenzie Elementary-Middle School (elementary), 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 8948 Ward St, Detroit, MI compare to other homes in Detroit 48228?

Among the 18,844 homes in Detroit 48228, it is worth more than 59% of them ($76,037 against a typical $70,952), its price per square foot is higher than 65% of them ($81 against a typical $73), it is bigger than 41% of them (937 ft² against a typical 968 ft²), its lot is bigger than 5% of them (3,920 ft² against a typical 0.12 ac) and it is newer than 88% of them (1952 against a typical 1948). Measured against all of Wayne County, it is worth more than 18% 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 8948 Ward St, Detroit, MI?

The 2025 property tax bill for 8948 Ward St, Detroit, MI was $1,449. The county assessed it at $41,600.

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