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$214,594$142 / 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 91How 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 $84,000 on Nov 22, 1995

972 WESTERN AVE

MONROE, MI 48161
3
Beds
1
Baths
1,509 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.
0.13 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1959
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
6
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

$215K
$195K low$234K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$84,000 · Nov 22, 1995

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,490 (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.$95,000 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$95,000
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$89,300
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$190,000

Climate Risk

Overall riskThe average of the five hazard scores below, on a 0 to 100 scale. Higher means greater projected risk over the coming decades.36
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
6
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
67
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
69
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
40
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.

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
CountyMONROE
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.13
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (Unspecified)
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.Shingle
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air With Air Conditioning
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.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.Patio · 366 ft²Porch · 434 ft²

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

E
Waterloo Elementary SchoolD-
Elementary · Grades KG–6 · 0.3 mi
H
Monroe High SchoolD
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.5 mi
M
Monroe Middle SchoolC-
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 1.5 mi

District: Monroe Public Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 48161These 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.110
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.115
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.36

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.94%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.12%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.15%
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.27,015
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.578 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$64,758
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$82,633
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.50°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.34 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

972 Western 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.

  • Costs less per square foot than 75% of homes in Monroe County
  • Bigger than 70% of homes in Monroe 48161
  • Has a smaller lot than 91% of homes in Monroe County
  • Newer than 71% of homes in Monroe 48161

What homes are worth in Monroe 48161

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

This home
$25K$536K

This home is worth more than 60% of homes in Monroe 48161.

How it measures up in Monroe 48161

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Monroe 48161.

Estimated value$214,594
CheaperTypical $185,367Pricier

Pricier than 60% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$142
CheaperTypical $142Pricier

Pricier than 50% of homes nearby

Living area1,509 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,263 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 70% of homes nearby

Lot size0.13 ac
SmallerTypical 0.36 acBigger

Bigger than 17% of homes nearby

Year built1959
OlderTypical 1947Newer

Newer than 71% of homes nearby

How 972 Western Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeMonroe 48161Monroe County
Estimated valuepricier than$214,59460% of homes39% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$14250% of homes25% of homes
Living areabigger than1,509 ft²70% of homes54% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.13 ac17% of homes9% of homes
Year builtnewer than195971% of homes47% of homes

About 972 Western Ave

How much is 972 Western Ave, Monroe, MI worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 972 Western Ave, Monroe, MI is $214,594 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $195,259 to $233,929. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 972 Western Ave, Monroe, MI last sell?

972 Western Ave, Monroe, MI last sold on Nov 22, 1995 for $84,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 972 Western Ave, Monroe, MI?

972 Western Ave, Monroe, MI has 3 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,509 square feet of living space and a 0.13-acre lot.

When was 972 Western Ave, Monroe, MI built?

972 Western Ave, Monroe, MI was built in 1959, making it 67 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 972 Western Ave, Monroe, MI?

972 Western Ave, Monroe, MI is assigned to Waterloo Elementary School (elementary), rated D-; Monroe High School (high), rated D; Monroe Middle School (middle), rated C-. All sit in Monroe Public Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 972 Western Ave, Monroe, MI compare to other homes in Monroe 48161?

Among the 10,023 homes in Monroe 48161, it is worth more than 60% of them ($214,594 against a typical $185,367), its price per square foot is higher than 50% of them ($142 against a typical $142), it is bigger than 70% of them (1,509 ft² against a typical 1,263 ft²), its lot is bigger than 17% of them (0.13 ac against a typical 0.36 ac) and it is newer than 71% of them (1959 against a typical 1947). Measured against all of Monroe County, it is worth more than 39% 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 972 Western Ave, Monroe, MI?

The 2025 property tax bill for 972 Western Ave, Monroe, MI was $2,490. The county assessed it at $95,000.

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