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$178,292$94 / 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 85How 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

1047 E 51ST PL

GARY, IN 46409
3
Beds
2 / 1
Baths
1,888 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.
1972
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
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.

Valuation

$178K
$152K low$205K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,006 (2024)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$111,700 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$3,900
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$107,800
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$89,500
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$111,700

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.11 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
CountyLake
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.1985
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.16
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Wood (Unspecified)
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Central
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central

Transaction History(5)

Sales and refinances filed with the county for this home. Not every transfer is a normal sale, so check the type before comparing prices.

Foreclosure Filings(1)

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

M
Bailly STEM AcademyC-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.8 mi
E
Glen Park AcademyD+
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 1.0 mi
H
West Side Leadership AcademyF
High · Grades 9–12 · 6.5 mi

District: Gary Community School Corporation

Neighborhood · ZIP 46409These 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.166
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.107
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.71%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.7.7%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.26%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.3%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.7,164
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.2,105 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$40,491
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$51,585
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.50°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.38 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.60%

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How this home compares

1047 E 51st Pl 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 97% of homes in Gary 46409
  • Costs less per square foot than 79% of homes in Lake County
  • Bigger than 79% of homes in Gary 46409
  • Has a bigger lot than 71% of homes in Gary 46409
  • Among the newest homes in Gary 46409

What homes are worth in Gary 46409

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

This home
$21K$183K

This home is worth more than 97% of homes in Gary 46409.

How it measures up in Gary 46409

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Gary 46409.

Estimated value$178,292
CheaperTypical $83,689Pricier

Pricier than 97% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$94
CheaperTypical $63Pricier

Pricier than 76% of homes nearby

Living area1,888 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,272 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 79% of homes nearby

Lot size0.16 ac
SmallerTypical 0.14 acBigger

Bigger than 71% of homes nearby

Year built1972
OlderTypical 1951Newer

Newer than almost all homes nearby

How 1047 E 51st Pl ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeGary 46409Lake County
Estimated valuepricier than$178,29297% of homes30% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$9476% of homes21% of homes
Living areabigger than1,888 ft²79% of homes57% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.16 ac71% of homes37% of homes
Year builtnewer than1972almost all homes60% of homes

About 1047 E 51st Pl

How much is 1047 E 51st Pl, Gary, IN worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 1047 E 51st Pl, Gary, IN is $178,292 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $151,631 to $204,953. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 1047 E 51st Pl, Gary, IN last sell?

1047 E 51st Pl, Gary, IN last sold on Aug 25, 2014, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 1047 E 51st Pl, Gary, IN?

1047 E 51st Pl, Gary, IN has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,888 square feet of living space and a 0.16-acre lot.

When was 1047 E 51st Pl, Gary, IN built?

1047 E 51st Pl, Gary, IN was built in 1972, making it 54 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 1047 E 51st Pl, Gary, IN?

1047 E 51st Pl, Gary, IN is assigned to Bailly STEM Academy (middle), rated C-; Glen Park Academy (elementary), rated D+; West Side Leadership Academy (high), rated F. All sit in Gary Community School Corporation. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 1047 E 51st Pl, Gary, IN compare to other homes in Gary 46409?

Among the 3,913 homes in Gary 46409, it is worth more than 97% of them ($178,292 against a typical $83,689), its price per square foot is higher than 76% of them ($94 against a typical $63), it is bigger than 79% of them (1,888 ft² against a typical 1,272 ft²), its lot is bigger than 71% of them (0.16 ac against a typical 0.14 ac) and it is newer than almost all of them (1972 against a typical 1951). Measured against all of Lake County, it is worth more than 30% 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 1047 E 51st Pl, Gary, IN?

The 2024 property tax bill for 1047 E 51st Pl, Gary, IN was $2,006. The county assessed it at $111,700.

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