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$155,599$151 / 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 Jul 14, 2026

1242 RIVER RD

SPENCER, IN 47460
3
Beds
1
Baths
1,032 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.
0.5 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.
5
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$156K
$129K low$183K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,726 (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.$134,000 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$22,500
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$111,500
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$111,500
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$134,000

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.53
68
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
13
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
74
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
94
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
19
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.197 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.1 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
CountyOWEN
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.0.50
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Wood (Unspecified)
FoundationWhat the home is built on, such as a concrete slab, a crawl space, or a basement.No Foundation
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
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Detached
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.GazeboShed · 60 ft²Porch · 130 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.

H
Owen Valley Community High SchoolC-
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.9 mi
M
Owen Valley Middle SchoolB+
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 2.0 mi
E
McCormick's Creek Elementary SchoolA-
Elementary · Grades PK–6 · 2.5 mi

District: Spencer-Owen Community Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 47460These 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.119
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.119
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.69

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.91%
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.8.5%
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.11,799
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.79 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$63,094
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$76,779
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.53°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.45 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.55%

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How this home compares

1242 River Rd 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 80% of homes in Spencer 47460
  • Smaller than 78% of homes in Spencer 47460
  • Has a smaller lot than 78% of homes in Spencer 47460
  • Older than 82% of homes in Spencer 47460

What homes are worth in Spencer 47460

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

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$60K$572K

This home is worth more than 20% of homes in Spencer 47460.

How it measures up in Spencer 47460

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Spencer 47460.

Estimated value$155,599
CheaperTypical $240,550Pricier

Pricier than 20% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$151
CheaperTypical $160Pricier

Pricier than 42% of homes nearby

Living area1,032 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,440 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 22% of homes nearby

Lot size0.5 ac
SmallerTypical 2.23 acBigger

Bigger than 22% of homes nearby

Year built1950
OlderTypical 1986Newer

Newer than 18% of homes nearby

How 1242 River Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeSpencer 47460Owen County
Estimated valuepricier than$155,59920% of homes26% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$15142% of homes47% of homes
Living areabigger than1,032 ft²22% of homes27% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.5 ac22% of homes22% of homes
Year builtnewer than195018% of homes18% of homes

About 1242 River Rd

How much is 1242 River Rd, Spencer, IN worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 1242 River Rd, Spencer, IN is $155,599 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $128,567 to $182,631. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 1242 River Rd, Spencer, IN last sell?

1242 River Rd, Spencer, IN last sold on Feb 4, 2015, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 1242 River Rd, Spencer, IN?

1242 River Rd, Spencer, IN has 3 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,032 square feet of living space and a 0.50-acre lot.

When was 1242 River Rd, Spencer, IN built?

1242 River Rd, Spencer, IN was built in 1950, making it 76 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 1242 River Rd, Spencer, IN?

1242 River Rd, Spencer, IN is assigned to Owen Valley Community High School (high), rated C-; Owen Valley Middle School (middle), rated B+; McCormick's Creek Elementary School (elementary), rated A-. All sit in Spencer-Owen Community Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 1242 River Rd, Spencer, IN compare to other homes in Spencer 47460?

Among the 4,885 homes in Spencer 47460, it is worth more than 20% of them ($155,599 against a typical $240,550), its price per square foot is higher than 42% of them ($151 against a typical $160), it is bigger than 22% of them (1,032 ft² against a typical 1,440 ft²), its lot is bigger than 22% of them (0.5 ac against a typical 2.23 ac) and it is newer than 18% of them (1950 against a typical 1986). Measured against all of Owen County, it is worth more than 26% 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 1242 River Rd, Spencer, IN?

The 2025 property tax bill for 1242 River Rd, Spencer, IN was $1,726. The county assessed it at $134,000.

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