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$66,248$69 / 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 77How 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
Last sold for $17,500 on Mar 2, 2018

228 E RIDGE ST

UNIVERSAL, IN 47884
2
Beds
1
Baths
966 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.
1926
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.

Valuation

$66K
$51K low$82K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$17,500 · Mar 2, 2018

Tax & Assessment

Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$48,000 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$4,200
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$43,800
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$36,800
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$48,000

Climate Risk

Overall riskThe average of the five hazard scores below, on a 0 to 100 scale. Higher means greater projected risk over the coming decades.42
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
12
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
81
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
89
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
29
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.

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
CountyVERMILLION
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.1968
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)
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.Central
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
Van Duyn Elementary SchoolC+
Elementary · Grades KG–4 · 2.7 mi
M
South Vermillion Middle SchoolB-
Middle · Grades 5–8 · 4.9 mi
H
South Vermillion High SchoolA
High · Grades 9–12 · 5.0 mi

District: South Vermillion Community School Corporation

Neighborhood · ZIP 47884These 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.79
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.98
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.62

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.15%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.11%
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.6
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.59 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$64,706
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$80,430
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.53°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.43 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.60%

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

228 E Ridge 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.

  • Worth less than 87% of homes in Vermillion County
  • Costs less per square foot than 77% of homes in Vermillion County
  • Smaller than 85% of homes in Vermillion County
  • Has a smaller lot than 90% of homes in Vermillion County

What homes are worth in Universal 47884

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

This home
$29K$176K

This home is worth more than 36% of homes in Universal 47884.

How it measures up in Universal 47884

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Universal 47884.

Estimated value$66,248
CheaperTypical $77,362Pricier

Pricier than 36% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$69
CheaperTypical $70Pricier

Pricier than 45% of homes nearby

Living area966 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,147 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 30% of homes nearby

Lot size0.16 ac
SmallerTypical 0.35 acBigger

Bigger than 12% of homes nearby

Year built1926
OlderTypical 1926Newer

Newer than 56% of homes nearby

How 228 E Ridge St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeUniversal 47884Vermillion County
Estimated valuepricier than$66,24836% of homes13% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$6945% of homes23% of homes
Living areabigger than966 ft²30% of homes15% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.16 ac12% of homes10% of homes
Year builtnewer than192656% of homes37% of homes

About 228 E Ridge St

How much is 228 E Ridge St, Universal, IN worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 228 E Ridge St, Universal, IN is $66,248 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $50,740 to $81,756. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 228 E Ridge St, Universal, IN last sell?

228 E Ridge St, Universal, IN last sold on Mar 2, 2018 for $17,500, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 228 E Ridge St, Universal, IN?

228 E Ridge St, Universal, IN has 2 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 966 square feet of living space and a 0.16-acre lot.

When was 228 E Ridge St, Universal, IN built?

228 E Ridge St, Universal, IN was built in 1926, making it 100 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 228 E Ridge St, Universal, IN?

228 E Ridge St, Universal, IN is assigned to Van Duyn Elementary School (elementary), rated C+; South Vermillion Middle School (middle), rated B-; South Vermillion High School (high), rated A. All sit in South Vermillion Community School Corporation. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 228 E Ridge St, Universal, IN compare to other homes in Universal 47884?

Among the 157 homes in Universal 47884, it is worth more than 36% of them ($66,248 against a typical $77,362), its price per square foot is higher than 45% of them ($69 against a typical $70), it is bigger than 30% of them (966 ft² against a typical 1,147 ft²), its lot is bigger than 12% of them (0.16 ac against a typical 0.35 ac) and it is newer than 56% of them (1926 against a typical 1926). Measured against all of Vermillion County, it is worth more than 13% of homes there. These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

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