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$214,521$181 / 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 93How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Sep 24, 2026
Last sold for $142,500 on Oct 23, 2017

178 SIMPSON AVE

ELKHART, IN 46516
2
Beds
1.5
Baths
1,188 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.
0.24 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1953
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.
1
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$215K
$200K low$230K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$142,500 · Oct 23, 2017

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,976 (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.$215,500 (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.$189,300
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$185,400
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$215,500

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
CountyELKHART
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.1958
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.23
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Brick
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.Yes
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Attached
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.Extra Front
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Porch · 114 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
Riverview Elementary SchoolC+
Elementary · Grades KG–6 · 0.5 mi
M
Pierre Moran Middle SchoolC-
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 2.0 mi
H
Elkhart High SchoolD-
High · Grades 9–12 · 3.5 mi

District: Elkhart Community Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 46516These 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.124
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.86
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.25

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.11%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.19%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.7%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.33,142
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.1,782 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$58,875
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$73,236
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

178 Simpson Ave 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 67% of homes in East Jackson
  • Costs more per square foot than 78% of homes in East Jackson
  • Smaller than 76% of homes in Elkhart County
  • Has a bigger lot than 74% of homes in East Jackson
  • Older than 71% of homes in Elkhart County

What homes are worth in Elkhart 46516

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

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$56K$510K

This home is worth more than 63% of homes in Elkhart 46516.

How it measures up in Elkhart 46516

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Elkhart 46516.

Estimated value$214,521
CheaperTypical $170,938Pricier

Pricier than 63% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$181
CheaperTypical $138Pricier

Pricier than 77% of homes nearby

Living area1,188 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,389 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 35% of homes nearby

Lot size0.24 ac
SmallerTypical 0.24 acBigger

Bigger than 50% of homes nearby

Year built1953
OlderTypical 1953Newer

Newer than 51% of homes nearby

How 178 Simpson Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeEast JacksonElkhart 46516Elkhart County
Estimated valuepricier than$214,52167% of homes63% of homes37% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$18178% of homes77% of homes62% of homes
Living areabigger than1,188 ft²44% of homes35% of homes24% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.24 ac74% of homes50% of homes27% of homes
Year builtnewer than195370% of homes51% of homes29% of homes

About 178 Simpson Ave

How much is 178 Simpson Ave, Elkhart, IN worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 178 Simpson Ave, Elkhart, IN is $214,521 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $199,521 to $229,521. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 178 Simpson Ave, Elkhart, IN last sell?

178 Simpson Ave, Elkhart, IN last sold on Oct 23, 2017 for $142,500, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 178 Simpson Ave, Elkhart, IN?

178 Simpson Ave, Elkhart, IN has 2 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms, 1,188 square feet of living space and a 0.23-acre lot.

When was 178 Simpson Ave, Elkhart, IN built?

178 Simpson Ave, Elkhart, IN was built in 1953, making it 73 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 178 Simpson Ave, Elkhart, IN?

178 Simpson Ave, Elkhart, IN is assigned to Riverview Elementary School (elementary), rated C+; Pierre Moran Middle School (middle), rated C-; Elkhart High School (high), rated D-. All sit in Elkhart Community Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 178 Simpson Ave, Elkhart, IN compare to other homes in Elkhart 46516?

Among the 10,582 homes in Elkhart 46516, it is worth more than 63% of them ($214,521 against a typical $170,938), its price per square foot is higher than 77% of them ($181 against a typical $138), it is bigger than 35% of them (1,188 ft² against a typical 1,389 ft²), its lot is bigger than 50% of them (0.24 ac against a typical 0.24 ac) and it is newer than 51% of them (1953 against a typical 1953). Measured against all of Elkhart County, it is worth more than 37% 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 178 Simpson Ave, Elkhart, IN?

The 2025 property tax bill for 178 Simpson Ave, Elkhart, IN was $1,976. The county assessed it at $215,500.

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