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$118,314$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 87How 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 $2,151 on Apr 19, 2012

938 LAWRENCE ST

DETROIT, MI 48202
1.5
Baths
1,456 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.
1914
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
1
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$118K
$103K low$133K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$2,151 · Apr 19, 2012

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$913 (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.$37,200 (2026)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$23,900
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$74,400

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.0.16
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air With Air Conditioning
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
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Porch · 137 ft²

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
Thirkell Elementary-Middle SchoolF
Elementary · Grades KG–8 · 1.5 mi
H
Northwestern High SchoolF
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.1 mi

District: Detroit Public Schools Community District

Neighborhood · ZIP 48202These 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.166
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 100.28

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.78%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.25%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.27%
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.16,833
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.5,027 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$42,860
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$62,723
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

938 Lawrence 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 71% of homes in Detroit 48202
  • Costs less per square foot than 77% of homes in Wayne County
  • Smaller than 84% of homes in Gateway Community
  • Has a bigger lot than 92% of homes in Gateway Community
  • Older than 96% of homes in Wayne County

What homes are worth in Detroit 48202

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

This home
$27K$592K

This home is worth more than 29% of homes in Detroit 48202.

How it measures up in Detroit 48202

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Detroit 48202.

Estimated value$118,314
CheaperTypical $188,360Pricier

Pricier than 29% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$81
CheaperTypical $85Pricier

Pricier than 46% of homes nearby

Living area1,456 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,134 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 17% of homes nearby

Lot size0.16 ac
SmallerTypical 0.14 acBigger

Bigger than 63% of homes nearby

Year built1914
OlderTypical 1913Newer

Newer than 59% of homes nearby

How 938 Lawrence St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeGateway CommunityDetroit 48202Wayne County
Estimated valuepricier than$118,31444% of homes29% of homes32% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$8171% of homes46% of homes23% of homes
Living areabigger than1,456 ft²16% of homes17% of homes62% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.16 ac92% of homes63% of homes65% of homes
Year builtnewer than191476% of homes59% of homes4% of homes

About 938 Lawrence St

How much is 938 Lawrence St, Detroit, MI worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 938 Lawrence St, Detroit, MI is $118,314 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $103,472 to $133,156. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 938 Lawrence St, Detroit, MI last sell?

938 Lawrence St, Detroit, MI last sold on Apr 19, 2012 for $2,151, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 938 Lawrence St, Detroit, MI?

938 Lawrence St, Detroit, MI has 1.5 bathrooms, 1,456 square feet of living space and a 0.16-acre lot.

When was 938 Lawrence St, Detroit, MI built?

938 Lawrence St, Detroit, MI was built in 1914, making it 112 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 938 Lawrence St, Detroit, MI?

938 Lawrence St, Detroit, MI is assigned to Thirkell Elementary-Middle School (elementary), rated F; Northwestern High School (high), rated F. All sit in Detroit Public Schools Community District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 938 Lawrence St, Detroit, MI compare to other homes in Detroit 48202?

Among the 4,012 homes in Detroit 48202, it is worth more than 29% of them ($118,314 against a typical $188,360), its price per square foot is higher than 46% of them ($81 against a typical $85), it is bigger than 17% of them (1,456 ft² against a typical 2,134 ft²), its lot is bigger than 63% of them (0.16 ac against a typical 0.14 ac) and it is newer than 59% of them (1914 against a typical 1913). Measured against all of Wayne County, it is worth more than 32% 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 938 Lawrence St, Detroit, MI?

The 2025 property tax bill for 938 Lawrence St, Detroit, MI was $913. The county assessed it at $37,200.

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