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$93,671$89 / 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 88How 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 $4,177 on Jan 15, 2021

3539 CAROLINA ST

GARY, IN 46409
2
Beds
2 / 1
Baths
1,056 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.
0.14 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1960
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

$94K
$82K low$105K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$4,177 · Jan 15, 2021

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,273 (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.$64,400 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$6,900
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$57,500
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$60,300
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$64,400

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.0.14
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
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Shed · 80 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.

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

M
Bailly STEM AcademyF
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.3 mi
E
Glen Park AcademyF
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 1.9 mi
H
West Side Leadership Academy
High · Grades 9–12 · 5.0 mi

District: Gary Community School Corporation

Neighborhood · ZIP 46409These 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.166
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.107
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.71%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.7.7%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.26%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.3%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.7,164
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.2,105 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$40,491
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$51,585
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

3539 Carolina 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 89% of homes in Lake County
  • Costs less per square foot than 81% of homes in Lake County
  • Smaller than 84% of homes in Lake County
  • Has a smaller lot than 71% of homes in Lake County
  • Newer than 89% of homes in Gary 46409

What homes are worth in Gary 46409

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

This home
$23K$193K

This home is worth more than 62% of homes in Gary 46409.

How it measures up in Gary 46409

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Gary 46409.

Estimated value$93,671
CheaperTypical $82,377Pricier

Pricier than 62% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$89
CheaperTypical $62Pricier

Pricier than 73% of homes nearby

Living area1,056 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,293 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 39% of homes nearby

Lot size0.14 ac
SmallerTypical 0.14 acBigger

Bigger than 47% of homes nearby

Year built1960
OlderTypical 1951Newer

Newer than 89% of homes nearby

How 3539 Carolina St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeGary 46409Lake County
Estimated valuepricier than$93,67162% of homes11% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$8973% of homes19% of homes
Living areabigger than1,056 ft²39% of homes16% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.14 ac47% of homes29% of homes
Year builtnewer than196089% of homes48% of homes

About 3539 Carolina St

How much is 3539 Carolina St, Gary, IN worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 3539 Carolina St, Gary, IN is $93,671 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $82,298 to $105,044. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 3539 Carolina St, Gary, IN last sell?

3539 Carolina St, Gary, IN last sold on Jan 15, 2021 for $4,177, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 3539 Carolina St, Gary, IN?

3539 Carolina St, Gary, IN has 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,056 square feet of living space and a 0.14-acre lot.

When was 3539 Carolina St, Gary, IN built?

3539 Carolina St, Gary, IN was built in 1960, making it 66 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 3539 Carolina St, Gary, IN?

3539 Carolina St, Gary, IN is assigned to Bailly STEM Academy (middle), rated F; Glen Park Academy (elementary), rated F; West Side Leadership Academy (high). All sit in Gary Community School Corporation. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 3539 Carolina St, Gary, IN compare to other homes in Gary 46409?

Among the 3,912 homes in Gary 46409, it is worth more than 62% of them ($93,671 against a typical $82,377), its price per square foot is higher than 73% of them ($89 against a typical $62), it is bigger than 39% of them (1,056 ft² against a typical 1,293 ft²), its lot is bigger than 47% of them (0.14 ac against a typical 0.14 ac) and it is newer than 89% of them (1960 against a typical 1951). Measured against all of Lake County, it is worth more than 11% 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 3539 Carolina St, Gary, IN?

The 2024 property tax bill for 3539 Carolina St, Gary, IN was $1,273. The county assessed it at $64,400.

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