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$198,486$114 / 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 Sep 24, 2026

198 SIMPSON AVE

ELKHART, IN 46516
2
Beds
1
Baths
1,740 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.
0.18 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1930
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
5
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.
Pre-foreclosure (LIS)A foreclosure notice on this home is currently active. Many are worked out before any auction happens.
A foreclosure-related notice has been recorded for this property.

Valuation

$198K
$181K low$216K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,806 (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.$195,000 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$23,200
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$171,800
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$177,300
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$195,000

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.1949
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.18
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
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
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Patio · 180 ft²Porch · 220 ft²

Foreclosure Filings(3)

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 · 0.4 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

198 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 less than 69% of homes in Elkhart County
  • Costs less per square foot than 85% of homes in East Jackson
  • Bigger than 75% of homes in East Jackson
  • Has a smaller lot than 83% of homes in Elkhart County
  • Older than 82% 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 59% 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$198,486
CheaperTypical $170,938Pricier

Pricier than 59% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$114
CheaperTypical $138Pricier

Pricier than 38% of homes nearby

Living area1,740 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,389 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 74% of homes nearby

Lot size0.18 ac
SmallerTypical 0.24 acBigger

Bigger than 37% of homes nearby

Year built1930
OlderTypical 1953Newer

Newer than 37% of homes nearby

How 198 Simpson Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeEast JacksonElkhart 46516Elkhart County
Estimated valuepricier than$198,48656% of homes59% of homes31% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$11415% of homes38% of homes18% of homes
Living areabigger than1,740 ft²75% of homes74% of homes63% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.18 ac39% of homes37% of homes17% of homes
Year builtnewer than193052% of homes37% of homes18% of homes

About 198 Simpson Ave

How much is 198 Simpson Ave, Elkhart, IN worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 198 Simpson Ave, Elkhart, IN is $198,486 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $181,074 to $215,898. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 198 Simpson Ave, Elkhart, IN last sell?

198 Simpson Ave, Elkhart, IN last sold on Nov 29, 2006, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 198 Simpson Ave, Elkhart, IN?

198 Simpson Ave, Elkhart, IN has 2 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,740 square feet of living space and a 0.18-acre lot.

When was 198 Simpson Ave, Elkhart, IN built?

198 Simpson Ave, Elkhart, IN was built in 1930, making it 96 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 198 Simpson Ave, Elkhart, IN?

198 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 198 Simpson Ave, Elkhart, IN compare to other homes in Elkhart 46516?

Among the 10,582 homes in Elkhart 46516, it is worth more than 59% of them ($198,486 against a typical $170,938), its price per square foot is higher than 38% of them ($114 against a typical $138), it is bigger than 74% of them (1,740 ft² against a typical 1,389 ft²), its lot is bigger than 37% of them (0.18 ac against a typical 0.24 ac) and it is newer than 37% of them (1930 against a typical 1953). Measured against all of Elkhart County, it is worth more than 31% 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 198 Simpson Ave, Elkhart, IN?

The 2024 property tax bill for 198 Simpson Ave, Elkhart, IN was $1,806. The county assessed it at $195,000.

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