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$80,000$21 / 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 87How 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
Last sold for $137,764 on Jul 31, 2026

1240 BENTON ST

GARY, IN 46403
3
Beds
1
Baths
3,856 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.
0.17 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1950
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.

Valuation

$80K
$70K low$90K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$137,764 · Jul 31, 2026

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,850 (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.$80,200 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$12,300
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$67,900
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$73,100
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$80,200

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.45
52
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
1
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
66
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
65
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
41
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.
Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.36 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.1975
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.17
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (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
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No
ViewThe type of view from the property, or another feature of the site that affects value.Alley
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Shed · 120 ft²

Transaction History(4)

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
Banneker at Marquette Elementary SchoolC+
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 1.8 mi
M
Gary Middle School for the Visual and Preforming ArtsD+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 2.2 mi
H
West Side Leadership AcademyF
High · Grades 9–12 · 6.6 mi

District: Gary Community School Corporation

Neighborhood · ZIP 46403These 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.157
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.104
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.83%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.15%
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.11,913
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.1,008 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$50,652
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$67,512
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

1240 Benton 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 91% of homes in Lake County
  • Among the lowest price per square foot in Gary 46403
  • Bigger than 98% of homes in Gary 46403
  • Older than 73% of homes in Gary 46403

What homes are worth in Gary 46403

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

This home
$42K$781K

This home is worth more than 18% of homes in Gary 46403.

How it measures up in Gary 46403

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Gary 46403.

Estimated value$80,000
CheaperTypical $164,450Pricier

Pricier than 18% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$21
CheaperTypical $114Pricier

Cheaper than almost all homes nearby

Living area3,856 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,435 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 98% of homes nearby

Lot size0.17 ac
SmallerTypical 0.16 acBigger

Bigger than 56% of homes nearby

Year built1950
OlderTypical 1955Newer

Newer than 27% of homes nearby

How 1240 Benton St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeGary 46403Lake County
Estimated valuepricier than$80,00018% of homes9% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$21almost no homesalmost no homes
Living areabigger than3,856 ft²98% of homes95% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.17 ac56% of homes41% of homes
Year builtnewer than195027% of homes30% of homes

About 1240 Benton St

How much is 1240 Benton St, Gary, IN worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 1240 Benton St, Gary, IN is $80,000 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $69,792 to $90,208. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 1240 Benton St, Gary, IN last sell?

1240 Benton St, Gary, IN last sold on Jul 31, 2026 for $137,764, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 1240 Benton St, Gary, IN?

1240 Benton St, Gary, IN has 3 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 3,856 square feet of living space and a 0.17-acre lot.

When was 1240 Benton St, Gary, IN built?

1240 Benton St, Gary, IN was built in 1950, making it 76 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 1240 Benton St, Gary, IN?

1240 Benton St, Gary, IN is assigned to Banneker at Marquette Elementary School (elementary), rated C+; Gary Middle School for the Visual and Preforming Arts (middle), 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 1240 Benton St, Gary, IN compare to other homes in Gary 46403?

Among the 4,499 homes in Gary 46403, it is worth more than 18% of them ($80,000 against a typical $164,450), its price per square foot is higher than almost none of them ($21 against a typical $114), it is bigger than 98% of them (3,856 ft² against a typical 1,435 ft²), its lot is bigger than 56% of them (0.17 ac against a typical 0.16 ac) and it is newer than 27% of them (1950 against a typical 1955). Measured against all of Lake County, it is worth more than 9% 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 1240 Benton St, Gary, IN?

The 2024 property tax bill for 1240 Benton St, Gary, IN was $1,850. The county assessed it at $80,200.

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