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$97,809$113 / 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 83How 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

261 S GALE ST

INDIANAPOLIS, IN 46201
2
Beds
0
Baths
864 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.
2,047 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1956
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
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.
1
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$98K
$81K low$115K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$364 (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.$53,200 (2024)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$3,100
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$50,100
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$53,200
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$53,200

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.27
95
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
1
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
42
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.
Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.131 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.51%
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.1 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
CountyMarion
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.1976
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.05
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
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.Carport (Unspecified)
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Shed · 96 ft²

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

H
Purdue Polytechnic High School Englewood
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.5 mi
E
Christian Park School 82F
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.9 mi
M
Thomas Carr Howe Middle SchoolF
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.1 mi

District: Indianapolis Public Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 46201These 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.157
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 100.35

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.83%
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.25%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.4%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.30,849
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.5,535 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$46,392
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$60,958
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.52°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.40 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.55%

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How this home compares

261 S Gale 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 94% of homes in Marion County
  • Costs less per square foot than 82% of homes in Marion County
  • Smaller than 92% of homes in Marion County
  • Among the smallest lots in Christian Park
  • Newer than 92% of homes in Indianapolis 46201

What homes are worth in Indianapolis 46201

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

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$70K$435K

This home is worth more than 10% of homes in Indianapolis 46201.

How it measures up in Indianapolis 46201

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Indianapolis 46201.

Estimated value$97,809
CheaperTypical $158,595Pricier

Pricier than 10% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$113
CheaperTypical $127Pricier

Pricier than 37% of homes nearby

Living area864 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,232 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 17% of homes nearby

Lot size2,047 ft²
SmallerTypical 0.12 acBigger

Smaller than almost all homes nearby

Year built1956
OlderTypical 1920Newer

Newer than 92% of homes nearby

How 261 S Gale St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeChristian ParkIndianapolis 46201Marion County
Estimated valuepricier than$97,80923% of homes10% of homes6% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$11339% of homes37% of homes18% of homes
Living areabigger than864 ft²40% of homes17% of homes8% of homes
Lot sizebigger than2,047 ft²almost no homesalmost no homes4% of homes
Year builtnewer than195691% of homes92% of homes41% of homes

About 261 S Gale St

How much is 261 S Gale St, Indianapolis, IN worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 261 S Gale St, Indianapolis, IN is $97,809 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $81,019 to $114,599. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 261 S Gale St, Indianapolis, IN last sell?

261 S Gale St, Indianapolis, IN last sold on Sep 19, 2012, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 261 S Gale St, Indianapolis, IN?

261 S Gale St, Indianapolis, IN has 2 bedrooms, 864 square feet of living space and a 0.05-acre lot.

When was 261 S Gale St, Indianapolis, IN built?

261 S Gale St, Indianapolis, IN was built in 1956, making it 70 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 261 S Gale St, Indianapolis, IN?

261 S Gale St, Indianapolis, IN is assigned to Purdue Polytechnic High School Englewood (high); Christian Park School 82 (elementary), rated F; Thomas Carr Howe Middle School (middle), rated F. All sit in Indianapolis Public Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 261 S Gale St, Indianapolis, IN compare to other homes in Indianapolis 46201?

Among the 13,810 homes in Indianapolis 46201, it is worth more than 10% of them ($97,809 against a typical $158,595), its price per square foot is higher than 37% of them ($113 against a typical $127), it is bigger than 17% of them (864 ft² against a typical 1,232 ft²), its lot is bigger than almost none of them (2,047 ft² against a typical 0.12 ac) and it is newer than 92% of them (1956 against a typical 1920). Measured against all of Marion County, it is worth more than 6% 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 261 S Gale St, Indianapolis, IN?

The 2024 property tax bill for 261 S Gale St, Indianapolis, IN was $364. The county assessed it at $53,200.

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