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$42,553$57 / 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 47How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Sep 24, 2026
Last sold for $3,200 on Feb 24, 2006

3978 POLK ST

GARY, IN 46408
2
Beds
1
Baths
750 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.
3,136 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1950
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
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.
1
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$43K
$20K low$65K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$3,200 · Feb 24, 2006

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$756 (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.$58,700 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$4,500
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$54,200
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$27,800
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$58,700

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.13 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
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.07
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
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Detached

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.

E
Glen Park AcademyF
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 1.3 mi
M
Bailly STEM AcademyF
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.5 mi
H
West Side Leadership Academy
High · Grades 9–12 · 4.5 mi

District: Gary Community School Corporation

Neighborhood · ZIP 46408These 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.152
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 100.39

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.82%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.8.1%
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.1.2%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.15,433
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.1,581 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$45,667
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$57,120
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

3978 Polk 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 98% of homes in Lake County
  • Costs less per square foot than 91% of homes in Lake County
  • Smaller than 97% of homes in Lake County
  • Has a smaller lot than 98% of homes in Gary 46408
  • Older than 71% of homes in Lake County

What homes are worth in Gary 46408

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

This home
$24K$244K

This home is worth more than 9% of homes in Gary 46408.

How it measures up in Gary 46408

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Gary 46408.

Estimated value$42,553
CheaperTypical $107,266Pricier

Pricier than 9% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$57
CheaperTypical $79Pricier

Pricier than 29% of homes nearby

Living area750 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,392 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 6% of homes nearby

Lot size3,136 ft²
SmallerTypical 0.14 acBigger

Bigger than 2% of homes nearby

Year built1950
OlderTypical 1948Newer

Newer than 65% of homes nearby

How 3978 Polk St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeGary 46408Lake County
Estimated valuepricier than$42,5539% of homes2% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$5729% of homes9% of homes
Living areabigger than750 ft²6% of homes3% of homes
Lot sizebigger than3,136 ft²2% of homes5% of homes
Year builtnewer than195065% of homes29% of homes

About 3978 Polk St

How much is 3978 Polk St, Gary, IN worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 3978 Polk St, Gary, IN is $42,553 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $19,800 to $65,306. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 3978 Polk St, Gary, IN last sell?

3978 Polk St, Gary, IN last sold on Feb 24, 2006 for $3,200, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 3978 Polk St, Gary, IN?

3978 Polk St, Gary, IN has 2 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 750 square feet of living space and a 0.07-acre lot.

When was 3978 Polk St, Gary, IN built?

3978 Polk St, Gary, IN was built in 1950, making it 76 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 3978 Polk St, Gary, IN?

3978 Polk St, Gary, IN is assigned to Glen Park Academy (elementary), rated F; Bailly STEM Academy (middle), 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 3978 Polk St, Gary, IN compare to other homes in Gary 46408?

Among the 6,266 homes in Gary 46408, it is worth more than 9% of them ($42,553 against a typical $107,266), its price per square foot is higher than 29% of them ($57 against a typical $79), it is bigger than 6% of them (750 ft² against a typical 1,392 ft²), its lot is bigger than 2% of them (3,136 ft² against a typical 0.14 ac) and it is newer than 65% of them (1950 against a typical 1948). Measured against all of Lake County, it is worth more than 2% 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 3978 Polk St, Gary, IN?

The 2024 property tax bill for 3978 Polk St, Gary, IN was $756. The county assessed it at $58,700.

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