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$457,911$368 / 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 96How 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

156 SPECTACLE DR

VALPARAISO, IN 46383
3
Beds
3 / 1
Baths
1,246 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.
2.27 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1997
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
9
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.
3
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$458K
$441K low$475K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$6,135 (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.$405,100 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$108,900
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$296,200
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$405,100
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$405,100

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
CountyPorter
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.2.27
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Masonry/Concrete Masonry Units (Cmus)
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asphalt
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, Attached
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Shed · 336 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
Cooks Corners Elementary SchoolA-
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.9 mi
H
Valparaiso High SchoolA+
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.4 mi
M
Thomas Jefferson Middle SchoolA-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 2.3 mi

District: Valparaiso Community Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 46383These 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.113
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.116
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.34

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.94%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.24%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.8.3%
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.40,535
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.462 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$75,965
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$94,528
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.49°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.39 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

156 Spectacle Dr 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 79% of homes in Porter County
  • Among the highest price per square foot in Valparaiso 46383
  • Smaller than 83% of homes in Valparaiso 46383
  • Has a bigger lot than 92% of homes in Valparaiso 46383
  • Newer than 74% of homes in Valparaiso 46383

What homes are worth in Valparaiso 46383

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

This home
$159K$781K

This home is worth more than 78% of homes in Valparaiso 46383.

How it measures up in Valparaiso 46383

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Valparaiso 46383.

Estimated value$457,911
CheaperTypical $338,597Pricier

Pricier than 78% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$368
CheaperTypical $193Pricier

Pricier than almost all homes nearby

Living area1,246 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,892 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 17% of homes nearby

Lot size2.27 ac
SmallerTypical 0.31 acBigger

Bigger than 92% of homes nearby

Year built1997
OlderTypical 1979Newer

Newer than 74% of homes nearby

How 156 Spectacle Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeValparaiso 46383Porter County
Estimated valuepricier than$457,91178% of homes79% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$368almost all homesalmost all homes
Living areabigger than1,246 ft²17% of homes19% of homes
Lot sizebigger than2.27 ac92% of homes91% of homes
Year builtnewer than199774% of homes70% of homes

About 156 Spectacle Dr

How much is 156 Spectacle Dr, Valparaiso, IN worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 156 Spectacle Dr, Valparaiso, IN is $457,911 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $440,904 to $474,918. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 156 Spectacle Dr, Valparaiso, IN last sell?

156 Spectacle Dr, Valparaiso, IN last sold on Jul 20, 2012, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 156 Spectacle Dr, Valparaiso, IN?

156 Spectacle Dr, Valparaiso, IN has 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 1,246 square feet of living space and a 2.27-acre lot.

When was 156 Spectacle Dr, Valparaiso, IN built?

156 Spectacle Dr, Valparaiso, IN was built in 1997, making it 29 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 156 Spectacle Dr, Valparaiso, IN?

156 Spectacle Dr, Valparaiso, IN is assigned to Cooks Corners Elementary School (elementary), rated A-; Valparaiso High School (high), rated A+; Thomas Jefferson Middle School (middle), rated A-. All sit in Valparaiso Community Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 156 Spectacle Dr, Valparaiso, IN compare to other homes in Valparaiso 46383?

Among the 13,100 homes in Valparaiso 46383, it is worth more than 78% of them ($457,911 against a typical $338,597), its price per square foot is higher than almost all of them ($368 against a typical $193), it is bigger than 17% of them (1,246 ft² against a typical 1,892 ft²), its lot is bigger than 92% of them (2.27 ac against a typical 0.31 ac) and it is newer than 74% of them (1997 against a typical 1979). Measured against all of Porter County, it is worth more than 79% 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 156 Spectacle Dr, Valparaiso, IN?

The 2025 property tax bill for 156 Spectacle Dr, Valparaiso, IN was $6,135. The county assessed it at $405,100.

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