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$266,364$228 / 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 96How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Oct 21, 2026
Last sold for $112,000 on Jul 26, 2012

8968 INDEPENDENCE DR

STERLING HEIGHTS, MI 48313
1
Baths
1,167 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.
0.16 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1971
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

$266K
$255K low$278K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$112,000 · Jul 26, 2012

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,855 (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.$131,900 (2026)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$120,200
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$263,800

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.8 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
CountyMACOMB
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.17
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
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Detached
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(1)

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
Schwarzkoff Elementary SchoolB
Elementary · Grades PK–6 · 0.3 mi
H
Adlai Stevenson High SchoolB-
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.6 mi
M
Davis Junior High SchoolB
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 1.0 mi

District: Utica Community Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 48313These 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.70
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.98
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.23

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.97%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.22%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.6.6%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.4%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.34,347
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.3,717 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$91,157
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$103,095
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

8968 Independence Dr 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.

  • Costs more per square foot than 86% of homes in Macomb County
  • Smaller than 77% of homes in Sterling Heights 48313
  • Has a smaller lot than 95% of homes in Sterling Heights 48313
  • Older than 67% of homes in Sterling Heights 48313

What homes are worth in Sterling Heights 48313

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

This home
$128K$491K

This home is worth more than 36% of homes in Sterling Heights 48313.

How it measures up in Sterling Heights 48313

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Sterling Heights 48313.

Estimated value$266,364
CheaperTypical $296,663Pricier

Pricier than 36% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$228
CheaperTypical $200Pricier

Pricier than 83% of homes nearby

Living area1,167 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,469 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 23% of homes nearby

Lot size0.16 ac
SmallerTypical 0.19 acBigger

Bigger than 5% of homes nearby

Year built1971
OlderTypical 1976Newer

Newer than 33% of homes nearby

How 8968 Independence Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeSterling Heights 48313Macomb County
Estimated valuepricier than$266,36436% of homes50% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$22883% of homes86% of homes
Living areabigger than1,167 ft²23% of homes30% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.16 ac5% of homes24% of homes
Year builtnewer than197133% of homes48% of homes

About 8968 Independence Dr

How much is 8968 Independence Dr, Sterling Heights, MI worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 8968 Independence Dr, Sterling Heights, MI is $266,364 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $254,656 to $278,072. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 8968 Independence Dr, Sterling Heights, MI last sell?

8968 Independence Dr, Sterling Heights, MI last sold on Jul 26, 2012 for $112,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 8968 Independence Dr, Sterling Heights, MI?

8968 Independence Dr, Sterling Heights, MI has 1 bathrooms, 1,167 square feet of living space and a 0.17-acre lot.

When was 8968 Independence Dr, Sterling Heights, MI built?

8968 Independence Dr, Sterling Heights, MI was built in 1971, making it 55 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 8968 Independence Dr, Sterling Heights, MI?

8968 Independence Dr, Sterling Heights, MI is assigned to Schwarzkoff Elementary School (elementary), rated B; Adlai Stevenson High School (high), rated B-; Davis Junior High School (middle), rated B. All sit in Utica Community Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 8968 Independence Dr, Sterling Heights, MI compare to other homes in Sterling Heights 48313?

Among the 11,333 homes in Sterling Heights 48313, it is worth more than 36% of them ($266,364 against a typical $296,663), its price per square foot is higher than 83% of them ($228 against a typical $200), it is bigger than 23% of them (1,167 ft² against a typical 1,469 ft²), its lot is bigger than 5% of them (0.16 ac against a typical 0.19 ac) and it is newer than 33% of them (1971 against a typical 1976). Measured against all of Macomb County, it is worth more than 50% 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 8968 Independence Dr, Sterling Heights, MI?

The 2025 property tax bill for 8968 Independence Dr, Sterling Heights, MI was $2,855. The county assessed it at $131,900.

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