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$109,470$89 / 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 83How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Jun 25, 2026
Last sold for $7,600 on Nov 19, 2012

281 RIVERSIDE DR

DETROIT, MI 48215
1
Baths
1,233 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.
1947
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$109K
$91K low$128K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$7,600 · Nov 19, 2012
Est. Owner EquityRoughly how much of the home's value the owner would keep after paying off known loans. It is our estimate minus the loans still owed.$109,470
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$87,576

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,130 (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.$55,800 (2025)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$38,400
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$111,600

Climate Risk

Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.15 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.30%
FEMA Flood ZoneFEMA's flood zone for this address. Zones starting with A or V are high risk, and lenders usually require flood insurance there.0.2 percent flood zone

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
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
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.Porch · 84 ft²

Transaction History(3)

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
Carstens Elementary-Middle SchoolC
Elementary · Grades PK–8 · 0.3 mi
H
East English Village Preparatory Academy at FinneyD
High · Grades 9–12 · 3.4 mi

District: Detroit Public Schools Community District

Neighborhood · ZIP 48215These 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.171
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.94
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.31

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.80%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.11%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.35%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.0%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.10,394
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.2,342 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$39,233
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$62,163
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.49°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%

Ownership

OccupancyWhether the owner appears to live here or somewhere else. It is inferred from the mailing address on record.Absentee owner
Company ownedWhether the owner is a company or trust rather than a person.No

Data by ATTOM. Valuations are automated estimates, not appraisals. Photos from Google Street View and may not depict the current property state.

How this home compares

281 Riverside Dr 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 69% of homes in Wayne County
  • Costs less per square foot than 72% of homes in Wayne County
  • Smaller than 80% of homes in Jefferson Chalmers
  • Has a bigger lot than 87% of homes in Detroit 48215
  • Newer than 73% of homes in Detroit 48215

What homes are worth in Detroit 48215

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

This home
$29K$514K

This home is worth more than 59% of homes in Detroit 48215.

How it measures up in Detroit 48215

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Detroit 48215.

Estimated value$109,470
CheaperTypical $91,455Pricier

Pricier than 59% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$89
CheaperTypical $65Pricier

Pricier than 68% of homes nearby

Living area1,233 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,477 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 30% of homes nearby

Lot size0.16 ac
SmallerTypical 0.11 acBigger

Bigger than 87% of homes nearby

Year built1947
OlderTypical 1925Newer

Newer than 73% of homes nearby

How 281 Riverside Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeJefferson ChalmersDetroit 48215Wayne County
Estimated valuepricier than$109,47033% of homes59% of homes31% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$8949% of homes68% of homes28% of homes
Living areabigger than1,233 ft²20% of homes30% of homes48% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.16 ac79% of homes87% of homes66% of homes
Year builtnewer than194769% of homes73% of homes40% of homes

About 281 Riverside Dr

How much is 281 Riverside Dr, Detroit, MI worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 281 Riverside Dr, Detroit, MI is $109,470 as of Jun 25, 2026. The likely range is $91,082 to $127,858. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 281 Riverside Dr, Detroit, MI last sell?

281 Riverside Dr, Detroit, MI last sold on Nov 19, 2012 for $7,600, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 281 Riverside Dr, Detroit, MI?

281 Riverside Dr, Detroit, MI has 1 bathrooms, 1,233 square feet of living space and a 0.16-acre lot.

When was 281 Riverside Dr, Detroit, MI built?

281 Riverside Dr, Detroit, MI was built in 1947, making it 79 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 281 Riverside Dr, Detroit, MI?

281 Riverside Dr, Detroit, MI is assigned to Carstens Elementary-Middle School (elementary), rated C; East English Village Preparatory Academy at Finney (high), rated D. All sit in Detroit Public Schools Community District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 281 Riverside Dr, Detroit, MI compare to other homes in Detroit 48215?

Among the 4,048 homes in Detroit 48215, it is worth more than 59% of them ($109,470 against a typical $91,455), its price per square foot is higher than 68% of them ($89 against a typical $65), it is bigger than 30% of them (1,233 ft² against a typical 1,477 ft²), its lot is bigger than 87% of them (0.16 ac against a typical 0.11 ac) and it is newer than 73% of them (1947 against a typical 1925). Measured against all of Wayne County, it is worth more than 31% 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 281 Riverside Dr, Detroit, MI?

The 2025 property tax bill for 281 Riverside Dr, Detroit, MI was $1,130. The county assessed it at $55,800.

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