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$115,298$79 / 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 75How 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

1209 ACADEMY PL

SOUTH BEND, IN 46616
3
Beds
1
Baths
1,451 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.
0.14 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.
8
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$115K
$87K low$144K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,428 (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.$147,700 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$11,300
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$136,400
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$121,300
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$147,700

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.8 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
CountySt. Joseph
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.1972
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.14
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Masonry/Concrete Masonry Units (Cmus)
FoundationWhat the home is built on, such as a concrete slab, a crawl space, or a basement.Mat/Raft Foundation (Slab)
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
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Shed · 48 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
Muessel Elementary SchoolD+
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 1.0 mi
M
Jefferson Traditional SchoolC-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 2.9 mi
H
Adams High SchoolC+
High · Grades 9–12 · 3.4 mi

District: South Bend Community School Corporation

Neighborhood · ZIP 46616These 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.117
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.92
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.28

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.86%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.13%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.20%
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.6,453
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.3,249 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$49,976
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$64,727
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.50°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.40 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

1209 Academy 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 less than 82% of homes in St. Joseph County
  • Costs less per square foot than 90% of homes in St. Joseph County
  • Bigger than 81% of homes in Keller Park
  • Has a smaller lot than 74% of homes in St. Joseph County
  • Newer than 70% of homes in South Bend 46616

What homes are worth in South Bend 46616

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

This home
$52K$360K

This home is worth more than 37% of homes in South Bend 46616.

How it measures up in South Bend 46616

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in South Bend 46616.

Estimated value$115,298
CheaperTypical $135,332Pricier

Pricier than 37% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$79
CheaperTypical $103Pricier

Pricier than 27% of homes nearby

Living area1,451 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,394 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 55% of homes nearby

Lot size0.14 ac
SmallerTypical 0.13 acBigger

Bigger than 61% of homes nearby

Year built1947
OlderTypical 1928Newer

Newer than 70% of homes nearby

How 1209 Academy Pl ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeKeller ParkSouth Bend 46616St. Joseph County
Estimated valuepricier than$115,29870% of homes37% of homes18% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$7942% of homes27% of homes10% of homes
Living areabigger than1,451 ft²81% of homes55% of homes52% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.14 ac69% of homes61% of homes26% of homes
Year builtnewer than194754% of homes70% of homes33% of homes

About 1209 Academy Pl

How much is 1209 Academy Pl, South Bend, IN worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 1209 Academy Pl, South Bend, IN is $115,298 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $86,918 to $143,678. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 1209 Academy Pl, South Bend, IN last sell?

1209 Academy Pl, South Bend, IN last sold on Oct 5, 2005, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 1209 Academy Pl, South Bend, IN?

1209 Academy Pl, South Bend, IN has 3 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,451 square feet of living space and a 0.14-acre lot.

When was 1209 Academy Pl, South Bend, IN built?

1209 Academy Pl, South Bend, IN was built in 1947, making it 79 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 1209 Academy Pl, South Bend, IN?

1209 Academy Pl, South Bend, IN is assigned to Muessel Elementary School (elementary), rated D+; Jefferson Traditional School (middle), rated C-; Adams High School (high), rated C+. All sit in South Bend Community School Corporation. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 1209 Academy Pl, South Bend, IN compare to other homes in South Bend 46616?

Among the 2,389 homes in South Bend 46616, it is worth more than 37% of them ($115,298 against a typical $135,332), its price per square foot is higher than 27% of them ($79 against a typical $103), it is bigger than 55% of them (1,451 ft² against a typical 1,394 ft²), its lot is bigger than 61% of them (0.14 ac against a typical 0.13 ac) and it is newer than 70% of them (1947 against a typical 1928). Measured against all of St. Joseph County, it is worth more than 18% 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 1209 Academy Pl, South Bend, IN?

The 2024 property tax bill for 1209 Academy Pl, South Bend, IN was $1,428. The county assessed it at $147,700.

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