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$160,154$131 / 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 84How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Oct 21, 2026
Last sold for $42,000 on Sep 26, 2019

1248 121ST ST

WHITING, IN 46394
3
Beds
2 / 1
Baths
1,221 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.
3,750 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1927
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
7
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$160K
$135K low$186K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$42,000 · Sep 26, 2019

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$4,105 (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.$188,500 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$26,200
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$162,300
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$171,400
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$188,500

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.6 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.6%
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.1995
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.09
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Brick
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Central

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
Benjamin Franklin Elementary SchoolD-
Elementary · Grades PK–6 · 0.7 mi
M
Henry W. Eggers Middle SchoolD-
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 4.8 mi
H
Hammond Central High School
High · Grades 9–12 · 4.8 mi

District: Hammond School City

Neighborhood · ZIP 46394These 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.127
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.99
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.41

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.92%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.18%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.17%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.8%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.13,726
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.1,298 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$59,195
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$74,981
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

1248 121st 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 82% of homes in Whiting 46394
  • Smaller than 76% of homes in Lake County
  • Has a smaller lot than 92% of homes in Lake County
  • Older than 86% of homes in Lake County

What homes are worth in Whiting 46394

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

This home
$111K$409K

This home is worth more than 18% of homes in Whiting 46394.

How it measures up in Whiting 46394

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Whiting 46394.

Estimated value$160,154
CheaperTypical $204,641Pricier

Pricier than 18% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$131
CheaperTypical $139Pricier

Pricier than 42% of homes nearby

Living area1,221 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,650 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 30% of homes nearby

Lot size3,750 ft²
SmallerTypical 0.11 acBigger

Bigger than 30% of homes nearby

Year built1927
OlderTypical 1925Newer

Newer than 57% of homes nearby

How 1248 121st St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeWhiting 46394Lake County
Estimated valuepricier than$160,15418% of homes25% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$13142% of homes38% of homes
Living areabigger than1,221 ft²30% of homes24% of homes
Lot sizebigger than3,750 ft²30% of homes8% of homes
Year builtnewer than192757% of homes14% of homes

About 1248 121st St

How much is 1248 121st St, Whiting, IN worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 1248 121st St, Whiting, IN is $160,154 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $134,621 to $185,687. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 1248 121st St, Whiting, IN last sell?

1248 121st St, Whiting, IN last sold on Sep 26, 2019 for $42,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 1248 121st St, Whiting, IN?

1248 121st St, Whiting, IN has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,221 square feet of living space and a 0.09-acre lot.

When was 1248 121st St, Whiting, IN built?

1248 121st St, Whiting, IN was built in 1927, making it 99 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 1248 121st St, Whiting, IN?

1248 121st St, Whiting, IN is assigned to Benjamin Franklin Elementary School (elementary), rated D-; Henry W. Eggers Middle School (middle), rated D-; Hammond Central High School (high). All sit in Hammond School City. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 1248 121st St, Whiting, IN compare to other homes in Whiting 46394?

Among the 3,608 homes in Whiting 46394, it is worth more than 18% of them ($160,154 against a typical $204,641), its price per square foot is higher than 42% of them ($131 against a typical $139), it is bigger than 30% of them (1,221 ft² against a typical 1,650 ft²), its lot is bigger than 30% of them (3,750 ft² against a typical 0.11 ac) and it is newer than 57% of them (1927 against a typical 1925). Measured against all of Lake County, it is worth more than 25% 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 1248 121st St, Whiting, IN?

The 2024 property tax bill for 1248 121st St, Whiting, IN was $4,105. The county assessed it at $188,500.

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