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$61,414$78 / 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 81How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Jul 14, 2026
Last sold for $32,000 on Aug 27, 2019

8538 ROSELAWN ST

DETROIT, MI 48204
2 / 1
Baths
783 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.
3,485 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1936
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
1
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$61K
$49K low$73K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$32,000 · Aug 27, 2019
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.$31,414
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$25,131
Loan-to-ValueHow much is still owed on the home compared to what it is worth. 80% means loans equal 80% of our estimate, so it shifts when the estimate does.51%
1st MortgageA loan still believed to be open on this home, in the order lenders get repaid. The first position is paid back before the second.$30,000
ALLIANCE CATHOLIC CU · recorded Feb 9, 2024

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$929 (2023)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$11,800 (2025)
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$11,800
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$23,600

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.10 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.minimal

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.0.08
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air
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 · 60 ft²

Transaction History(8)

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
Barton Elementary SchoolC-
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.3 mi
M
Mackenzie Elementary-Middle SchoolD+
Middle · Grades PK–8 · 0.8 mi
H
Cody High SchoolD+
High · Grades 9–12 · 3.6 mi

District: Detroit Public Schools Community District

Neighborhood · ZIP 48204These 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.160
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.91
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.30

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.72%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.6.3%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.30%
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.21,751
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.4,342 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$34,600
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$50,602
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%

Ownership

OccupancyWhether the owner appears to live here or somewhere else. It is inferred from the mailing address on record.Owner occupied
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

8538 Roselawn 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 89% of homes in Wayne County
  • Costs more per square foot than 82% of homes in Detroit 48204
  • Smaller than 97% of homes in Detroit 48204
  • Has a smaller lot than 90% of homes in Wayne County
  • Newer than 77% of homes in Detroit 48204

What homes are worth in Detroit 48204

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

This home
$22K$200K

This home is worth more than 57% of homes in Detroit 48204.

How it measures up in Detroit 48204

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Detroit 48204.

Estimated value$61,414
CheaperTypical $55,871Pricier

Pricier than 57% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$78
CheaperTypical $45Pricier

Pricier than 82% of homes nearby

Living area783 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,344 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 3% of homes nearby

Lot size3,485 ft²
SmallerTypical 3,920 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 31% of homes nearby

Year built1936
OlderTypical 1924Newer

Newer than 77% of homes nearby

How 8538 Roselawn St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeBarton / McFarlandDetroit 48204Wayne County
Estimated valuepricier than$61,41434% of homes57% of homes11% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$7877% of homes82% of homes23% of homes
Living areabigger than783 ft²5% of homes3% of homes5% of homes
Lot sizebigger than3,485 ft²16% of homes31% of homes10% of homes
Year builtnewer than193651% of homes77% of homes23% of homes

About 8538 Roselawn St

How much is 8538 Roselawn St, Detroit, MI worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 8538 Roselawn St, Detroit, MI is $61,414 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $49,479 to $73,349. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 8538 Roselawn St, Detroit, MI last sell?

8538 Roselawn St, Detroit, MI last sold on Aug 27, 2019 for $32,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 3 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 8538 Roselawn St, Detroit, MI?

8538 Roselawn St, Detroit, MI has 2 bathrooms, 783 square feet of living space and a 0.08-acre lot.

When was 8538 Roselawn St, Detroit, MI built?

8538 Roselawn St, Detroit, MI was built in 1936, making it 90 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 8538 Roselawn St, Detroit, MI?

8538 Roselawn St, Detroit, MI is assigned to Barton Elementary School (elementary), rated C-; Mackenzie Elementary-Middle School (middle), rated D+; Cody High School (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 8538 Roselawn St, Detroit, MI compare to other homes in Detroit 48204?

Among the 9,956 homes in Detroit 48204, it is worth more than 57% of them ($61,414 against a typical $55,871), its price per square foot is higher than 82% of them ($78 against a typical $45), it is bigger than 3% of them (783 ft² against a typical 1,344 ft²), its lot is bigger than 31% of them (3,485 ft² against a typical 3,920 ft²) and it is newer than 77% of them (1936 against a typical 1924). Measured against all of Wayne County, it is worth more than 11% 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 8538 Roselawn St, Detroit, MI?

The 2023 property tax bill for 8538 Roselawn St, Detroit, MI was $929. The county assessed it at $11,800.

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