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$996,161$130 / 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 95How 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 $1,387,500 on Nov 6, 2025

2156 RANSOM RD

VALPARAISO, IN 46385
5
Beds
6.5
Baths
7,680 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.
6.18 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2004
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
24
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$996K
$950K low$1M high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$1,387,500 · Nov 6, 2025

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$11,824 (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.$1,393,600 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$123,800
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$1,269,800
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$1,422,200
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$1,393,600

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.21 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
CountyPORTER
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.6.18
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (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
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

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.

E
Cooks Corners Elementary SchoolA
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 1.2 mi
H
Valparaiso High School
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.3 mi
M
Benjamin Franklin Middle SchoolA+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 2.4 mi

District: Valparaiso Community Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 46385These 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.82
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.114
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.29

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.19%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.6.8%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.4%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.44,677
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.538 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$99,098
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$121,747
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

2156 Ransom Rd 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 Valparaiso 46385
  • Costs less per square foot than 92% of homes in Valparaiso 46385
  • Among the largest homes in Valparaiso 46385
  • Has a bigger lot than 97% of homes in Porter County
  • Newer than 82% of homes in Porter County

What homes are worth in Valparaiso 46385

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

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$171K$951K

This home is worth more than almost all homes in Valparaiso 46385.

How it measures up in Valparaiso 46385

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Valparaiso 46385.

Estimated value$996,161
CheaperTypical $372,118Pricier

Pricier than almost all homes nearby

Price per ft²$130
CheaperTypical $187Pricier

Pricier than 8% of homes nearby

Living area7,680 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,944 ft²Bigger

Bigger than almost all homes nearby

Lot size6.18 ac
SmallerTypical 0.31 acBigger

Bigger than 96% of homes nearby

Year built2004
OlderTypical 1988Newer

Newer than 78% of homes nearby

How 2156 Ransom Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeValparaiso 46385Porter County
Estimated valuepricier than$996,161almost all homes98% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$1308% of homes8% of homes
Living areabigger than7,680 ft²almost all homesalmost all homes
Lot sizebigger than6.18 ac96% of homes97% of homes
Year builtnewer than200478% of homes82% of homes

About 2156 Ransom Rd

How much is 2156 Ransom Rd, Valparaiso, IN worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 2156 Ransom Rd, Valparaiso, IN is $996,161 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $949,869 to $1,042,453. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 2156 Ransom Rd, Valparaiso, IN last sell?

2156 Ransom Rd, Valparaiso, IN last sold on Nov 6, 2025 for $1,387,500, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 2156 Ransom Rd, Valparaiso, IN?

2156 Ransom Rd, Valparaiso, IN has 5 bedrooms, 6.5 bathrooms, 7,680 square feet of living space and a 6.18-acre lot.

When was 2156 Ransom Rd, Valparaiso, IN built?

2156 Ransom Rd, Valparaiso, IN was built in 2004, making it 22 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 2156 Ransom Rd, Valparaiso, IN?

2156 Ransom Rd, Valparaiso, IN is assigned to Cooks Corners Elementary School (elementary), rated A; Valparaiso High School (high); Benjamin Franklin Middle School (middle), rated A+. All sit in Valparaiso Community Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 2156 Ransom Rd, Valparaiso, IN compare to other homes in Valparaiso 46385?

Among the 16,165 homes in Valparaiso 46385, it is worth more than almost all of them ($996,161 against a typical $372,118), its price per square foot is higher than 8% of them ($130 against a typical $187), it is bigger than almost all of them (7,680 ft² against a typical 1,944 ft²), its lot is bigger than 96% of them (6.18 ac against a typical 0.31 ac) and it is newer than 78% of them (2004 against a typical 1988). Measured against all of Porter County, it is worth more than 98% 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 2156 Ransom Rd, Valparaiso, IN?

The 2025 property tax bill for 2156 Ransom Rd, Valparaiso, IN was $11,824. The county assessed it at $1,393,600.

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