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$760,599$403 / 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 95How 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 $431,250 on Nov 6, 2014

956 FOREST AVE

BIRMINGHAM, MI 48009
3
Beds
3.5
Baths
1,886 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.
0.14 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1939
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
8
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

$761K
$721K low$800K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$431,250 · Nov 6, 2014

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$8,499 (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.$342,480 (2025)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$304,530
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$684,960

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.2012
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.14
FoundationWhat the home is built on, such as a concrete slab, a crawl space, or a basement.No Foundation
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.No
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Deck · 225 ft²Porch · 67 ft²

Transaction History(7)

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.

M
Derby Middle SchoolA
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.6 mi
E
Harlan Elementary SchoolA
Elementary · Grades EE–5 · 1.7 mi
H
Ernest W. Seaholm High SchoolA
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.9 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

956 Forest Ave 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 97% of homes in Oakland County
  • Has a smaller lot than 87% of homes in Oakland County
  • Older than 90% 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.

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$200K$3.6M

This home is worth more than 47% 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$760,599
CheaperTypical $799,000Pricier

Pricier than 47% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$403
CheaperTypical $396Pricier

Pricier than 53% of homes nearby

Living area1,886 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,069 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 45% of homes nearby

Lot size0.14 ac
SmallerTypical 0.17 acBigger

Bigger than 30% of homes nearby

Year built1939
OlderTypical 1953Newer

Newer than 19% of homes nearby

How 956 Forest Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeBirmingham 48009Oakland County
Estimated valuepricier than$760,59947% of homes91% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$40353% of homes97% of homes
Living areabigger than1,886 ft²45% of homes57% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.14 ac30% of homes13% of homes
Year builtnewer than193919% of homes10% of homes

About 956 Forest Ave

How much is 956 Forest Ave, Birmingham, MI worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 956 Forest Ave, Birmingham, MI is $760,599 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $721,454 to $799,744. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 956 Forest Ave, Birmingham, MI last sell?

956 Forest Ave, Birmingham, MI last sold on Nov 6, 2014 for $431,250, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 3 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 956 Forest Ave, Birmingham, MI?

956 Forest Ave, Birmingham, MI has 3 bedrooms, 3.5 bathrooms, 1,886 square feet of living space and a 0.14-acre lot.

When was 956 Forest Ave, Birmingham, MI built?

956 Forest Ave, Birmingham, MI was built in 1939, making it 87 years old. It is a colonial home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 956 Forest Ave, Birmingham, MI?

956 Forest Ave, 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 956 Forest Ave, Birmingham, MI compare to other homes in Birmingham 48009?

Among the 9,129 homes in Birmingham 48009, it is worth more than 47% of them ($760,599 against a typical $799,000), its price per square foot is higher than 53% of them ($403 against a typical $396), it is bigger than 45% of them (1,886 ft² against a typical 2,069 ft²), its lot is bigger than 30% of them (0.14 ac against a typical 0.17 ac) and it is newer than 19% of them (1939 against a typical 1953). 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 956 Forest Ave, Birmingham, MI?

The 2025 property tax bill for 956 Forest Ave, Birmingham, MI was $8,499. The county assessed it at $342,480.

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