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$88,835$60 / 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 49How 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 $15,587 on Jul 18, 2017

259 RICE ST

AUSTIN, IN 47102
2
Beds
1
Baths
1,480 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.
0.17 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1948
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
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

$89K
$44K low$134K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$15,587 · Jul 18, 2017
Est. Owner EquityRoughly how much of the home's value the owner would keep after paying off known loans. It is our estimate minus the loans still owed.$0
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$0
Loan-to-ValueHow much is still owed on the home compared to what it is worth. 80% means loans equal 80% of our estimate, so it shifts when the estimate does.177%
1st MortgageA loan still believed to be open on this home, in the order lenders get repaid. The first position is paid back before the second.$137,200
WESBANCO BANK INC · recorded Jun 24, 2019
2nd MortgageA loan still believed to be open on this home, in the order lenders get repaid. The first position is paid back before the second.$58,100
WESBANCO BANK INC

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,718 (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.$32,800 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$4,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$28,800
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$31,900
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$32,800

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.47
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.
84
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
59
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
CountySCOTT
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.17
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Masonry/Concrete Masonry Units (Cmus)
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.Metal
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Central
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

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
Austin Elementary SchoolC-
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 0.6 mi
M
Austin Middle SchoolC
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.7 mi
H
Austin High SchoolD-
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.7 mi

District: Scott County School District 1

Neighborhood · ZIP 47102These 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.135
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.99
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.46

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.6.4%
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.1.6%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.6,629
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.167 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$49,113
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$59,945
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.55°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.45 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.59%

Ownership

OccupancyWhether the owner appears to live here or somewhere else. It is inferred from the mailing address on record.Absentee owner
Company ownedWhether the owner is a company or trust rather than a person.No

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

259 Rice 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 86% of homes in Scott County
  • Costs less per square foot than 95% of homes in Scott County
  • Bigger than 68% of homes in Austin 47102
  • Has a smaller lot than 89% of homes in Scott County
  • Older than 83% of homes in Scott County

What homes are worth in Austin 47102

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

This home
$33K$412K

This home is worth more than 26% of homes in Austin 47102.

How it measures up in Austin 47102

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Austin 47102.

Estimated value$88,835
CheaperTypical $142,123Pricier

Pricier than 26% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$60
CheaperTypical $108Pricier

Pricier than 12% of homes nearby

Living area1,480 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,268 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 68% of homes nearby

Lot size0.17 ac
SmallerTypical 0.41 acBigger

Bigger than 18% of homes nearby

Year built1948
OlderTypical 1973Newer

Newer than 19% of homes nearby

How 259 Rice St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeAustin 47102Scott County
Estimated valuepricier than$88,83526% of homes14% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$6012% of homes5% of homes
Living areabigger than1,480 ft²68% of homes58% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.17 ac18% of homes11% of homes
Year builtnewer than194819% of homes17% of homes

About 259 Rice St

How much is 259 Rice St, Austin, IN worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 259 Rice St, Austin, IN is $88,835 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $43,957 to $133,713. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 259 Rice St, Austin, IN last sell?

259 Rice St, Austin, IN last sold on Jul 18, 2017 for $15,587, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 3 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 259 Rice St, Austin, IN?

259 Rice St, Austin, IN has 2 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,480 square feet of living space and a 0.17-acre lot.

When was 259 Rice St, Austin, IN built?

259 Rice St, Austin, IN was built in 1948, making it 78 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 259 Rice St, Austin, IN?

259 Rice St, Austin, IN is assigned to Austin Elementary School (elementary), rated C-; Austin Middle School (middle), rated C; Austin High School (high), rated D-. All sit in Scott County School District 1. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 259 Rice St, Austin, IN compare to other homes in Austin 47102?

Among the 2,640 homes in Austin 47102, it is worth more than 26% of them ($88,835 against a typical $142,123), its price per square foot is higher than 12% of them ($60 against a typical $108), it is bigger than 68% of them (1,480 ft² against a typical 1,268 ft²), its lot is bigger than 18% of them (0.17 ac against a typical 0.41 ac) and it is newer than 19% of them (1948 against a typical 1973). Measured against all of Scott County, it is worth more than 14% 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 259 Rice St, Austin, IN?

The 2025 property tax bill for 259 Rice St, Austin, IN was $1,718. The county assessed it at $32,800.

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