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$185,310$78 / 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 $209,608 on Feb 27, 2026

2488 HOWARD ST

LAKE STATION, IN 46405
1
Beds
1
Baths
2,376 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.
0.53 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1952
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
4
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

$185K
$177K low$194K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$209,608 · Feb 27, 2026

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,965 (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.$173,800 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$23,100
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$150,700
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$145,800
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$173,800

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.2 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.6%
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.0.2 percent flood zone

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.2004
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.53
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, Detached
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No
ViewThe type of view from the property, or another feature of the site that affects value.Extra Front
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Shed · 228 ft²

Transaction History(3)

Sales and refinances filed with the county for this home. Not every transfer is a normal sale, so check the type before comparing prices.

Foreclosure Filings(1)

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

E
Alexander Hamilton Elementary SchoolB
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.5 mi
M
Thomas a Edison Jr-Sr High SchoolD+
Middle · Grades 6–12 · 1.1 mi

District: Lake Station Community Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 46405These 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.109
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.110
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.36

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.92%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.8.1%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.14%
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.12,308
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.1,413 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$59,228
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$70,336
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

2488 Howard 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 more than 73% of homes in Lake Station 46405
  • Costs less per square foot than 86% of homes in Lake Station 46405
  • Bigger than 93% of homes in Lake Station 46405
  • Has a bigger lot than 93% of homes in Lake Station 46405
  • Older than 68% of homes in Lake County

What homes are worth in Lake Station 46405

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

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$76K$272K

This home is worth more than 73% of homes in Lake Station 46405.

How it measures up in Lake Station 46405

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Lake Station 46405.

Estimated value$185,310
CheaperTypical $152,889Pricier

Pricier than 73% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$78
CheaperTypical $127Pricier

Pricier than 14% of homes nearby

Living area2,376 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,200 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 93% of homes nearby

Lot size0.53 ac
SmallerTypical 0.18 acBigger

Bigger than 93% of homes nearby

Year built1952
OlderTypical 1952Newer

Newer than 51% of homes nearby

How 2488 Howard St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeLake Station 46405Lake County
Estimated valuepricier than$185,31073% of homes32% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$7814% of homes15% of homes
Living areabigger than2,376 ft²93% of homes76% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.53 ac93% of homes89% of homes
Year builtnewer than195251% of homes32% of homes

About 2488 Howard St

How much is 2488 Howard St, Lake Station, IN worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 2488 Howard St, Lake Station, IN is $185,310 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $176,712 to $193,908. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 2488 Howard St, Lake Station, IN last sell?

2488 Howard St, Lake Station, IN last sold on Feb 27, 2026 for $209,608, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 2488 Howard St, Lake Station, IN?

2488 Howard St, Lake Station, IN has 1 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 2,376 square feet of living space and a 0.53-acre lot.

When was 2488 Howard St, Lake Station, IN built?

2488 Howard St, Lake Station, IN was built in 1952, making it 74 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 2488 Howard St, Lake Station, IN?

2488 Howard St, Lake Station, IN is assigned to Alexander Hamilton Elementary School (elementary), rated B; Thomas a Edison Jr-Sr High School (middle), rated D+. All sit in Lake Station Community Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 2488 Howard St, Lake Station, IN compare to other homes in Lake Station 46405?

Among the 4,360 homes in Lake Station 46405, it is worth more than 73% of them ($185,310 against a typical $152,889), its price per square foot is higher than 14% of them ($78 against a typical $127), it is bigger than 93% of them (2,376 ft² against a typical 1,200 ft²), its lot is bigger than 93% of them (0.53 ac against a typical 0.18 ac) and it is newer than 51% of them (1952 against a typical 1952). Measured against all of Lake County, it is worth more than 32% 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 2488 Howard St, Lake Station, IN?

The 2024 property tax bill for 2488 Howard St, Lake Station, IN was $1,965. The county assessed it at $173,800.

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