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$284,900$141 / 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 98How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Aug 30, 2026
Last sold for $246,382 on Jan 27, 2023

281 WASHINGTON ST

DAYTON, IN 47941
2
Baths
2,024 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.
1 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1901
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
1
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

$285K
$279K low$291K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$246,382 · Jan 27, 2023

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,381 (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.$200,100 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$16,900
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$183,200
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$188,900
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$200,100

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
CountyTIPPECANOE
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.1973
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.15
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.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
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.Deck · 240 ft²Porch · 290 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.

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
Dayton Elementary SchoolB+
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.2 mi
M
Wainwright Middle SchoolB+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 4.2 mi
H
Mccutcheon High SchoolA
High · Grades 9–12 · 7.5 mi

District: Tippecanoe School Corporation

Neighborhood · ZIP 47941These 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.44
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.105
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.29

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.97%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.8.7%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.29%
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.218
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.238 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$56,429
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$88,203
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.51°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.55%

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How this home compares

281 Washington 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 71% of homes in Dayton 47941
  • Costs less per square foot than 81% of homes in Tippecanoe County
  • Bigger than 88% of homes in Dayton 47941
  • Among the smallest lots in Dayton 47941
  • Older than 96% of homes in Tippecanoe County

What homes are worth in Dayton 47941

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

This home
$140K$370K

This home is worth more than 71% of homes in Dayton 47941.

How it measures up in Dayton 47941

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Dayton 47941.

Estimated value$284,900
CheaperTypical $251,698Pricier

Pricier than 71% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$141
CheaperTypical $188Pricier

Pricier than 20% of homes nearby

Living area2,024 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,354 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 88% of homes nearby

Lot size1 ft²
SmallerTypical 0.23 acBigger

Smaller than almost all homes nearby

Year built1901
OlderTypical 1987Newer

Newer than 9% of homes nearby

How 281 Washington St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeDayton 47941Tippecanoe County
Estimated valuepricier than$284,90071% of homes46% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$14120% of homes19% of homes
Living areabigger than2,024 ft²88% of homes62% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1 ft²almost no homesalmost no homes
Year builtnewer than19019% of homes4% of homes

About 281 Washington St

How much is 281 Washington St, Dayton, IN worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 281 Washington St, Dayton, IN is $284,900 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $278,745 to $291,055. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 281 Washington St, Dayton, IN last sell?

281 Washington St, Dayton, IN last sold on Jan 27, 2023 for $246,382, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 281 Washington St, Dayton, IN?

281 Washington St, Dayton, IN has 2 bathrooms, 2,024 square feet of living space and a 0.15-acre lot.

When was 281 Washington St, Dayton, IN built?

281 Washington St, Dayton, IN was built in 1901, making it 125 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 281 Washington St, Dayton, IN?

281 Washington St, Dayton, IN is assigned to Dayton Elementary School (elementary), rated B+; Wainwright Middle School (middle), rated B+; Mccutcheon High School (high), rated A. All sit in Tippecanoe School Corporation. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 281 Washington St, Dayton, IN compare to other homes in Dayton 47941?

Among the 505 homes in Dayton 47941, it is worth more than 71% of them ($284,900 against a typical $251,698), its price per square foot is higher than 20% of them ($141 against a typical $188), it is bigger than 88% of them (2,024 ft² against a typical 1,354 ft²), its lot is bigger than almost none of them (1 ft² against a typical 0.23 ac) and it is newer than 9% of them (1901 against a typical 1987). Measured against all of Tippecanoe County, it is worth more than 46% 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 281 Washington St, Dayton, IN?

The 2024 property tax bill for 281 Washington St, Dayton, IN was $1,381. The county assessed it at $200,100.

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