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$249,517$118 / 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 Oct 21, 2026
Last sold for $145,000 on Oct 17, 2017

243 W 8TH PL

HOBART, IN 46342
2
Beds
1
Baths
2,106 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.
0.2 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1967
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
6
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
$238K low$261K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$145,000 · Oct 17, 2017

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,459 (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.$220,500 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$19,600
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$200,900
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$196,100
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$220,500

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.15 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.1975
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.20
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Masonry/Concrete Masonry Units (Cmus)
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, Detached
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Shed · 176 ft²

Transaction History(1)

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.

M
Hobart Middle SchoolB
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.3 mi
E
Joan Martin Elementary SchoolB-
Elementary · Grades 1–5 · 0.3 mi
H
Hobart High School
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.6 mi

District: Hobart School City

Neighborhood · ZIP 46342These 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.92
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 100.33

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.94%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.16%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.13%
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.34,233
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.920 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$70,550
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$84,392
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

243 W 8th Pl 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.

  • Costs less per square foot than 79% of homes in Hobart 46342
  • Bigger than 73% of homes in Hobart 46342

What homes are worth in Hobart 46342

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

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$112K$441K

This home is worth more than 55% of homes in Hobart 46342.

How it measures up in Hobart 46342

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Hobart 46342.

Estimated value$249,517
CheaperTypical $239,910Pricier

Pricier than 55% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$118
CheaperTypical $156Pricier

Pricier than 21% of homes nearby

Living area2,106 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,654 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 73% of homes nearby

Lot size0.2 ac
SmallerTypical 0.21 acBigger

Bigger than 45% of homes nearby

Year built1967
OlderTypical 1962Newer

Newer than 56% of homes nearby

How 243 W 8th Pl ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeHobart 46342Lake County
Estimated valuepricier than$249,51755% of homes50% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$11821% of homes32% of homes
Living areabigger than2,106 ft²73% of homes66% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.2 ac45% of homes52% of homes
Year builtnewer than196756% of homes56% of homes

About 243 W 8th Pl

How much is 243 W 8th Pl, Hobart, IN worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 243 W 8th Pl, Hobart, IN is $249,517 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $238,042 to $260,992. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 243 W 8th Pl, Hobart, IN last sell?

243 W 8th Pl, Hobart, IN last sold on Oct 17, 2017 for $145,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 243 W 8th Pl, Hobart, IN?

243 W 8th Pl, Hobart, IN has 2 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 2,106 square feet of living space and a 0.20-acre lot.

When was 243 W 8th Pl, Hobart, IN built?

243 W 8th Pl, Hobart, IN was built in 1967, making it 59 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 243 W 8th Pl, Hobart, IN?

243 W 8th Pl, Hobart, IN is assigned to Hobart Middle School (middle), rated B; Joan Martin Elementary School (elementary), rated B-; Hobart High School (high). All sit in Hobart School City. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 243 W 8th Pl, Hobart, IN compare to other homes in Hobart 46342?

Among the 11,550 homes in Hobart 46342, it is worth more than 55% of them ($249,517 against a typical $239,910), its price per square foot is higher than 21% of them ($118 against a typical $156), it is bigger than 73% of them (2,106 ft² against a typical 1,654 ft²), its lot is bigger than 45% of them (0.2 ac against a typical 0.21 ac) and it is newer than 56% of them (1967 against a typical 1962). 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 243 W 8th Pl, Hobart, IN?

The 2024 property tax bill for 243 W 8th Pl, Hobart, IN was $2,459. The county assessed it at $220,500.

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