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$219,497$143 / 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 92How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Aug 30, 2026

974 WESTERN AVE

MONROE, MI 48161
3
Beds
1 / 1
Baths
1,532 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.
0.15 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

$219K
$202K low$237K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,755 (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.$104,300 (2026)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$104,300
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$98,400
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$208,600

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.37
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
8
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.0.15
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
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 · 576 ft²Patio · 576 ft²Porch · 404 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
Waterloo Elementary School
Elementary · Grades KG–6 · 0.3 mi
H
Monroe High School
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.5 mi
M
Monroe Middle SchoolB-
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

974 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 69% of homes in Monroe County
  • Bigger than 72% of homes in Monroe 48161
  • Has a smaller lot than 88% 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
$26K$527K

This home is worth more than 62% 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$219,497
CheaperTypical $184,424Pricier

Pricier than 62% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$143
CheaperTypical $141Pricier

Pricier than 52% of homes nearby

Living area1,532 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,264 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 72% of homes nearby

Lot size0.15 ac
SmallerTypical 0.37 acBigger

Bigger than 22% of homes nearby

Year built1959
OlderTypical 1947Newer

Newer than 71% of homes nearby

How 974 Western Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeMonroe 48161Monroe County
Estimated valuepricier than$219,49762% of homes43% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$14352% of homes31% of homes
Living areabigger than1,532 ft²72% of homes56% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.15 ac22% of homes12% of homes
Year builtnewer than195971% of homes48% of homes

About 974 Western Ave

How much is 974 Western Ave, Monroe, MI worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 974 Western Ave, Monroe, MI is $219,497 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $201,661 to $237,333. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 974 Western Ave, Monroe, MI last sell?

974 Western Ave, Monroe, MI last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 974 Western Ave, Monroe, MI?

974 Western Ave, Monroe, MI has 3 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,532 square feet of living space and a 0.15-acre lot.

When was 974 Western Ave, Monroe, MI built?

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

What schools serve 974 Western Ave, Monroe, MI?

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

How does 974 Western Ave, Monroe, MI compare to other homes in Monroe 48161?

Among the 10,023 homes in Monroe 48161, it is worth more than 62% of them ($219,497 against a typical $184,424), its price per square foot is higher than 52% of them ($143 against a typical $141), it is bigger than 72% of them (1,532 ft² against a typical 1,264 ft²), its lot is bigger than 22% of them (0.15 ac against a typical 0.37 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 43% 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 974 Western Ave, Monroe, MI?

The 2025 property tax bill for 974 Western Ave, Monroe, MI was $2,755. The county assessed it at $104,300.

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