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$344,698$239 / 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 82How 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 $173,565 on Aug 6, 2008

1988 JEFFERSON ST

GARY, IN 46407
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,441 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.
0.16 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2008
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.

Valuation

$345K
$283K low$406K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$173,565 · Aug 6, 2008

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,257 (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.$199,800 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$22,800
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$177,000
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$189,000
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$199,800

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
CountyLake
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.16
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, Attached

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
Beveridge Elementary SchoolC-
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 1.3 mi
H
West Side Leadership AcademyF
High · Grades 9–12 · 3.6 mi
M
Gary Middle School for the Visual and Preforming ArtsD+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 5.3 mi

District: Gary Community School Corporation

Neighborhood · ZIP 46407These 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.179
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.103
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.69%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.8.4%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.35%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.0%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.9,211
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.2,102 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$32,423
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$43,372
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

1988 Jefferson St 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.

  • Among the most valuable homes in Gary 46407
  • Among the highest price per square foot in Gary 46407
  • Smaller than 65% of homes in Lake County
  • Has a bigger lot than 87% of homes in Gary 46407
  • Among the newest homes in Gary 46407

What homes are worth in Gary 46407

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

This home
$18K$189K

This home is worth more than almost all homes in Gary 46407.

How it measures up in Gary 46407

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Gary 46407.

Estimated value$344,698
CheaperTypical $58,960Pricier

Pricier than almost all homes nearby

Price per ft²$239
CheaperTypical $50Pricier

Pricier than almost all homes nearby

Living area1,441 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,309 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 58% of homes nearby

Lot size0.16 ac
SmallerTypical 0.11 acBigger

Bigger than 87% of homes nearby

Year built2008
OlderTypical 1949Newer

Newer than almost all homes nearby

How 1988 Jefferson St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeGary 46407Lake County
Estimated valuepricier than$344,698almost all homes73% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$239almost all homes93% of homes
Living areabigger than1,441 ft²58% of homes35% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.16 ac87% of homes37% of homes
Year builtnewer than2008almost all homes91% of homes

About 1988 Jefferson St

How much is 1988 Jefferson St, Gary, IN worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 1988 Jefferson St, Gary, IN is $344,698 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $282,970 to $406,426. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 1988 Jefferson St, Gary, IN last sell?

1988 Jefferson St, Gary, IN last sold on Aug 6, 2008 for $173,565, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 1988 Jefferson St, Gary, IN?

1988 Jefferson St, Gary, IN has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,441 square feet of living space and a 0.16-acre lot.

When was 1988 Jefferson St, Gary, IN built?

1988 Jefferson St, Gary, IN was built in 2008, making it 18 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 1988 Jefferson St, Gary, IN?

1988 Jefferson St, Gary, IN is assigned to Beveridge Elementary School (elementary), rated C-; West Side Leadership Academy (high), rated F; Gary Middle School for the Visual and Preforming Arts (middle), rated D+. All sit in Gary Community School Corporation. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 1988 Jefferson St, Gary, IN compare to other homes in Gary 46407?

Among the 4,560 homes in Gary 46407, it is worth more than almost all of them ($344,698 against a typical $58,960), its price per square foot is higher than almost all of them ($239 against a typical $50), it is bigger than 58% of them (1,441 ft² against a typical 1,309 ft²), its lot is bigger than 87% of them (0.16 ac against a typical 0.11 ac) and it is newer than almost all of them (2008 against a typical 1949). Measured against all of Lake County, it is worth more than 73% 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 1988 Jefferson St, Gary, IN?

The 2024 property tax bill for 1988 Jefferson St, Gary, IN was $2,257. The county assessed it at $199,800.

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