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$770,862$365 / 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 90How 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

898 PUTNEY ST

BIRMINGHAM, MI 48009
4
Beds
2.5
Baths
2,113 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.
0.2 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1956
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
9
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

$771K
$697K low$845K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$8,495 (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.$341,360 (2025)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$335,290
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$682,720

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
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.2000
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.20
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.Yes
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.Yes
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Porch · 41 ft²

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

M
Derby Middle SchoolA+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.3 mi
E
Harlan Elementary SchoolA
Elementary · Grades EE–5 · 1.0 mi
H
Ernest W. Seaholm High SchoolA
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.2 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

898 Putney 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 more than 91% of homes in Oakland County
  • Costs more per square foot than 95% of homes in Oakland County
  • Bigger than 65% of homes in Oakland County
  • Has a smaller lot than 70% of homes in Oakland County
  • Older than 69% of 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
$198K$3.5M

This home is worth more than 48% 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$770,862
CheaperTypical $804,336Pricier

Pricier than 48% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$365
CheaperTypical $397Pricier

Pricier than 37% of homes nearby

Living area2,113 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,075 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 51% of homes nearby

Lot size0.2 ac
SmallerTypical 0.17 acBigger

Bigger than 59% of homes nearby

Year built1956
OlderTypical 1954Newer

Newer than 55% of homes nearby

How 898 Putney St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeBirmingham 48009Oakland County
Estimated valuepricier than$770,86248% of homes91% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$36537% of homes95% of homes
Living areabigger than2,113 ft²51% of homes65% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.2 ac59% of homes30% of homes
Year builtnewer than195655% of homes31% of homes

About 898 Putney St

How much is 898 Putney St, Birmingham, MI worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 898 Putney St, Birmingham, MI is $770,862 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $697,042 to $844,682. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 898 Putney St, Birmingham, MI last sell?

898 Putney St, Birmingham, MI last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 898 Putney St, Birmingham, MI?

898 Putney St, Birmingham, MI has 4 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, 2,113 square feet of living space and a 0.20-acre lot.

When was 898 Putney St, Birmingham, MI built?

898 Putney St, Birmingham, MI was built in 1956, making it 70 years old. It is a colonial home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 898 Putney St, Birmingham, MI?

898 Putney St, Birmingham, MI is assigned to Derby Middle School (middle), rated A+; Harlan Elementary School (elementary), 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 898 Putney St, Birmingham, MI compare to other homes in Birmingham 48009?

Among the 9,129 homes in Birmingham 48009, it is worth more than 48% of them ($770,862 against a typical $804,336), its price per square foot is higher than 37% of them ($365 against a typical $397), it is bigger than 51% of them (2,113 ft² against a typical 2,075 ft²), its lot is bigger than 59% of them (0.2 ac against a typical 0.17 ac) and it is newer than 55% of them (1956 against a typical 1954). Measured against all of Oakland County, it is worth more than 91% 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 898 Putney St, Birmingham, MI?

The 2025 property tax bill for 898 Putney St, Birmingham, MI was $8,495. The county assessed it at $341,360.

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