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$195,586$172 / 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 63How 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 $191,299 on May 8, 2026

407 POLK ST

GARY, IN 46402
3
Beds
1
Baths
1,134 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.
0.11 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1917
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
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

$196K
$124K low$268K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$191,299 · May 8, 2026

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$438 (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.$15,100 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$8,600
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$6,500
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$14,100
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$15,100

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.8 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.6%
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
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.0.11
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Concrete Blocks
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
ViewThe type of view from the property, or another feature of the site that affects value.Alley

Transaction History(7)

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(2)

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

E
Beveridge Elementary SchoolC-
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 1.1 mi
H
West Side Leadership AcademyF
High · Grades 9–12 · 3.1 mi
M
Gary Middle School for the Visual and Preforming ArtsD+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 5.4 mi

District: Gary Community School Corporation

Neighborhood · ZIP 46402These 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.174
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 100.36

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.79%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.7.3%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.41%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.0.8%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.6,584
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.798 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$29,280
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$41,733
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

407 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 more than 98% of homes in Gary 46402
  • Among the highest price per square foot in Gary 46402
  • Smaller than 78% of homes in Lake County
  • Has a smaller lot than 86% of homes in Lake County
  • Older than 95% of homes in Lake County

What homes are worth in Gary 46402

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

This home
$20K$199K

This home is worth more than 98% of homes in Gary 46402.

How it measures up in Gary 46402

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Gary 46402.

Estimated value$195,586
CheaperTypical $63,660Pricier

Pricier than 98% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$172
CheaperTypical $47Pricier

Pricier than almost all homes nearby

Living area1,134 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,472 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 26% of homes nearby

Lot size0.11 ac
SmallerTypical 0.11 acBigger

Bigger than 52% of homes nearby

Year built1917
OlderTypical 1923Newer

Newer than 28% of homes nearby

How 407 Polk St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeGary 46402Lake County
Estimated valuepricier than$195,58698% of homes34% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$172almost all homes60% of homes
Living areabigger than1,134 ft²26% of homes22% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.11 ac52% of homes14% of homes
Year builtnewer than191728% of homes5% of homes

About 407 Polk St

How much is 407 Polk St, Gary, IN worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 407 Polk St, Gary, IN is $195,586 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $123,509 to $267,663. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 407 Polk St, Gary, IN last sell?

407 Polk St, Gary, IN last sold on May 8, 2026 for $191,299, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 407 Polk St, Gary, IN?

407 Polk St, Gary, IN has 3 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,134 square feet of living space and a 0.11-acre lot.

When was 407 Polk St, Gary, IN built?

407 Polk St, Gary, IN was built in 1917, making it 109 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 407 Polk St, Gary, IN?

407 Polk St, Gary, IN is assigned to Beveridge Elementary School (elementary), rated C-; West Side Leadership Academy (high), rated F; Gary Middle School for the Visual and Preforming Arts (middle), rated D+. All sit in Gary Community School Corporation. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 407 Polk St, Gary, IN compare to other homes in Gary 46402?

Among the 2,091 homes in Gary 46402, it is worth more than 98% of them ($195,586 against a typical $63,660), its price per square foot is higher than almost all of them ($172 against a typical $47), it is bigger than 26% of them (1,134 ft² against a typical 1,472 ft²), its lot is bigger than 52% of them (0.11 ac against a typical 0.11 ac) and it is newer than 28% of them (1917 against a typical 1923). Measured against all of Lake County, it is worth more than 34% 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 407 Polk St, Gary, IN?

The 2024 property tax bill for 407 Polk St, Gary, IN was $438. The county assessed it at $15,100.

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