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$290,891$175 / 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 Oct 21, 2026
Last sold for $158,000 on Dec 6, 2017

17506 MERLIN DR

LOWELL, IN 46356
3
Beds
1
Baths
1,660 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.
0.31 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1985
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
4
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

$291K
$280K low$302K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$158,000 · Dec 6, 2017

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,839 (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.$244,100 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$55,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$189,100
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$226,800
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$244,100

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.0.31
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Wood (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
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Detached
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(2)

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
Lowell High School
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.9 mi
E
Three Creeks Elementary SchoolA-
Elementary · Grades KG–4 · 1.4 mi
M
Lowell Middle SchoolB+
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 2.5 mi

District: Tri-Creek School Corporation

Neighborhood · ZIP 46356These 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.76
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.120
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.33

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.96%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.14%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.5.5%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.2.0%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.18,964
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.157 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$90,460
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$105,265
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.50°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

17506 Merlin 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.

  • Has a bigger lot than 77% of homes in Lake County
  • Newer than 70% of homes in Lake County

What homes are worth in Lowell 46356

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

This home
$157K$687K

This home is worth more than 39% of homes in Lowell 46356.

How it measures up in Lowell 46356

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Lowell 46356.

Estimated value$290,891
CheaperTypical $320,562Pricier

Pricier than 39% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$175
CheaperTypical $173Pricier

Pricier than 52% of homes nearby

Living area1,660 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,928 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 36% of homes nearby

Lot size0.31 ac
SmallerTypical 0.31 acBigger

Bigger than 50% of homes nearby

Year built1985
OlderTypical 1992Newer

Newer than 45% of homes nearby

How 17506 Merlin Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeLowell 46356Lake County
Estimated valuepricier than$290,89139% of homes61% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$17552% of homes63% of homes
Living areabigger than1,660 ft²36% of homes44% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.31 ac50% of homes77% of homes
Year builtnewer than198545% of homes70% of homes

About 17506 Merlin Dr

How much is 17506 Merlin Dr, Lowell, IN worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 17506 Merlin Dr, Lowell, IN is $290,891 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $279,645 to $302,137. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 17506 Merlin Dr, Lowell, IN last sell?

17506 Merlin Dr, Lowell, IN last sold on Dec 6, 2017 for $158,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 17506 Merlin Dr, Lowell, IN?

17506 Merlin Dr, Lowell, IN has 3 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,660 square feet of living space and a 0.31-acre lot.

When was 17506 Merlin Dr, Lowell, IN built?

17506 Merlin Dr, Lowell, IN was built in 1985, making it 41 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 17506 Merlin Dr, Lowell, IN?

17506 Merlin Dr, Lowell, IN is assigned to Lowell High School (high); Three Creeks Elementary School (elementary), rated A-; Lowell Middle School (middle), rated B+. All sit in Tri-Creek School Corporation. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 17506 Merlin Dr, Lowell, IN compare to other homes in Lowell 46356?

Among the 7,515 homes in Lowell 46356, it is worth more than 39% of them ($290,891 against a typical $320,562), its price per square foot is higher than 52% of them ($175 against a typical $173), it is bigger than 36% of them (1,660 ft² against a typical 1,928 ft²), its lot is bigger than 50% of them (0.31 ac against a typical 0.31 ac) and it is newer than 45% of them (1985 against a typical 1992). Measured against all of Lake County, it is worth more than 61% 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 17506 Merlin Dr, Lowell, IN?

The 2024 property tax bill for 17506 Merlin Dr, Lowell, IN was $1,839. The county assessed it at $244,100.

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