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$250,240$98 / 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 91How 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

1978 RIVERLANE DR

LAKE STATION, IN 46405
4
Beds
4 / 1
Baths
2,550 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.
0.64 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1978
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

$250K
$228K low$272K high
Est. Owner EquityRoughly how much of the home's value the owner would keep after paying off known loans. It is our estimate minus the loans still owed.$177,740
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$142,192
Loan-to-ValueHow much is still owed on the home compared to what it is worth. 80% means loans equal 80% of our estimate, so it shifts when the estimate does.20%
1st MortgageA loan still believed to be open on this home, in the order lenders get repaid. The first position is paid back before the second.$72,500
BANK OF ENGLAND · recorded Feb 10, 2015

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$3,021 (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.$305,500 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$40,100
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$265,400
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$250,600
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$305,500

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.12 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.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.1980
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.64
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
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
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, Basement

Transaction History(5)

Sales and refinances filed with the county for this home. Not every transfer is a normal sale, so check the type before comparing prices.

Foreclosure Filings(2)

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

E
Alexander Hamilton Elementary SchoolB
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.6 mi
M
Thomas a Edison Jr-Sr High SchoolD+
Middle · Grades 6–12 · 1.0 mi

District: Lake Station Community Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 46405These 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.109
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.110
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.36

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.8.1%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.14%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.5%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.12,308
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.1,413 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$59,228
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$70,336
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%

Ownership

OccupancyWhether the owner appears to live here or somewhere else. It is inferred from the mailing address on record.Owner occupied
Company ownedWhether the owner is a company or trust rather than a person.No

Data by ATTOM. Valuations are automated estimates, not appraisals. Photos from Google Street View and may not depict the current property state.

How this home compares

1978 Riverlane 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 96% of homes in Lake Station 46405
  • Costs less per square foot than 78% of homes in Lake County
  • Bigger than 95% of homes in Lake Station 46405
  • Has a bigger lot than 95% of homes in Lake Station 46405
  • Newer than 89% of homes in Lake Station 46405

What homes are worth in Lake Station 46405

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

This home
$68K$274K

This home is worth more than 96% of homes in Lake Station 46405.

How it measures up in Lake Station 46405

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Lake Station 46405.

Estimated value$250,240
CheaperTypical $148,383Pricier

Pricier than 96% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$98
CheaperTypical $124Pricier

Pricier than 26% of homes nearby

Living area2,550 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,136 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 95% of homes nearby

Lot size0.64 ac
SmallerTypical 0.18 acBigger

Bigger than 95% of homes nearby

Year built1978
OlderTypical 1952Newer

Newer than 89% of homes nearby

How 1978 Riverlane Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeLake Station 46405Lake County
Estimated valuepricier than$250,24096% of homes50% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$9826% of homes22% of homes
Living areabigger than2,550 ft²95% of homes83% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.64 ac95% of homes91% of homes
Year builtnewer than197889% of homes66% of homes

About 1978 Riverlane Dr

How much is 1978 Riverlane Dr, Lake Station, IN worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 1978 Riverlane Dr, Lake Station, IN is $250,240 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $228,016 to $272,464. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 1978 Riverlane Dr, Lake Station, IN last sell?

1978 Riverlane Dr, Lake Station, IN last sold on Feb 10, 2015, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 1978 Riverlane Dr, Lake Station, IN?

1978 Riverlane Dr, Lake Station, IN has 4 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms, 2,550 square feet of living space and a 0.64-acre lot.

When was 1978 Riverlane Dr, Lake Station, IN built?

1978 Riverlane Dr, Lake Station, IN was built in 1978, making it 48 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 1978 Riverlane Dr, Lake Station, IN?

1978 Riverlane Dr, Lake Station, IN is assigned to Alexander Hamilton Elementary School (elementary), rated B; Thomas a Edison Jr-Sr High School (middle), rated D+. All sit in Lake Station Community Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 1978 Riverlane Dr, Lake Station, IN compare to other homes in Lake Station 46405?

Among the 4,362 homes in Lake Station 46405, it is worth more than 96% of them ($250,240 against a typical $148,383), its price per square foot is higher than 26% of them ($98 against a typical $124), it is bigger than 95% of them (2,550 ft² against a typical 1,136 ft²), its lot is bigger than 95% of them (0.64 ac against a typical 0.18 ac) and it is newer than 89% of them (1978 against a typical 1952). Measured against all of Lake County, it is worth more than 50% 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 1978 Riverlane Dr, Lake Station, IN?

The 2024 property tax bill for 1978 Riverlane Dr, Lake Station, IN was $3,021. The county assessed it at $305,500.

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