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$49,429$61 / 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 58How 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 $5,500 on May 15, 2009

252 HARRISON ST

GARY, IN 46402
2
Beds
2
Baths
816 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.
3,746 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1919
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
2
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$49K
$29K low$70K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$5,500 · May 15, 2009

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$414 (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.$63,900 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$5,900
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$58,000
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$52,500
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$63,900

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.18 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.1970
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.09
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
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes

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

E
Beveridge Elementary SchoolF
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 1.3 mi
H
West Side Leadership Academy
High · Grades 9–12 · 3.3 mi
M
Gary Middle School for the Visual and Preforming ArtsF
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 5.3 mi

District: Gary Community School Corporation

Neighborhood · ZIP 46402These 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.174
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.106
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.79%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.7.3%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.41%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.0.8%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.6,584
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.798 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$29,280
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$41,733
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

252 Harrison 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 97% of homes in Lake County
  • Costs less per square foot than 90% of homes in Lake County
  • Smaller than 95% of homes in Lake County
  • Has a smaller lot than 92% of homes in Lake County
  • Older than 94% of homes in Lake County

What homes are worth in Gary 46402

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

This home
$17K$195K

This home is worth more than 32% of homes in Gary 46402.

How it measures up in Gary 46402

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Gary 46402.

Estimated value$49,429
CheaperTypical $63,321Pricier

Pricier than 32% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$61
CheaperTypical $46Pricier

Pricier than 71% of homes nearby

Living area816 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,490 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 9% of homes nearby

Lot size3,746 ft²
SmallerTypical 0.1 acBigger

Bigger than 11% of homes nearby

Year built1919
OlderTypical 1923Newer

Newer than 39% of homes nearby

How 252 Harrison St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeGary 46402Lake County
Estimated valuepricier than$49,42932% of homes3% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$6171% of homes10% of homes
Living areabigger than816 ft²9% of homes5% of homes
Lot sizebigger than3,746 ft²11% of homes8% of homes
Year builtnewer than191939% of homes6% of homes

About 252 Harrison St

How much is 252 Harrison St, Gary, IN worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 252 Harrison St, Gary, IN is $49,429 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $28,537 to $70,321. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 252 Harrison St, Gary, IN last sell?

252 Harrison St, Gary, IN last sold on May 15, 2009 for $5,500, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 252 Harrison St, Gary, IN?

252 Harrison St, Gary, IN has 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 816 square feet of living space and a 0.09-acre lot.

When was 252 Harrison St, Gary, IN built?

252 Harrison St, Gary, IN was built in 1919, making it 107 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 252 Harrison St, Gary, IN?

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

How does 252 Harrison St, Gary, IN compare to other homes in Gary 46402?

Among the 2,091 homes in Gary 46402, it is worth more than 32% of them ($49,429 against a typical $63,321), its price per square foot is higher than 71% of them ($61 against a typical $46), it is bigger than 9% of them (816 ft² against a typical 1,490 ft²), its lot is bigger than 11% of them (3,746 ft² against a typical 0.1 ac) and it is newer than 39% of them (1919 against a typical 1923). Measured against all of Lake County, it is worth more than 3% 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 252 Harrison St, Gary, IN?

The 2024 property tax bill for 252 Harrison St, Gary, IN was $414. The county assessed it at $63,900.

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