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$588,283$258 / 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 92How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Jul 14, 2026
Last sold for $515,000 on Jul 22, 2021

45497 RIVER DR

MECKLING, SD 57069
3
Beds
3
Baths
2,280 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.
3.67 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2007
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.
3
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$588K
$541K low$636K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$515,000 · Jul 22, 2021
Est. Owner EquityRoughly how much of the home's value the owner would keep after paying off known loans. It is our estimate minus the loans still owed.$176,283
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$141,026
Loan-to-ValueHow much is still owed on the home compared to what it is worth. 80% means loans equal 80% of our estimate, so it shifts when the estimate does.72%
1st MortgageA loan still believed to be open on this home, in the order lenders get repaid. The first position is paid back before the second.$412,000
MADISON COUNTY BANK · recorded Jul 22, 2021

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$6,159 (2025)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$468,751 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$86,229
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$382,522
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$468,751

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
CountyClay
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.3.67
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Composition Shingle
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Yes
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Detached
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Deck · 100 ft²

Transaction History(2)

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
Irene - Wakonda Elementary - 02D+
Elementary · Grades PK–6 · 16.0 mi
M
Irene - Wakonda Jr. High - 04C+
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 21.8 mi
H
Irene - Wakonda High School - 01B+
High · Grades 9–12 · 21.8 mi

District: Irene-Wakonda School District 13-3

Neighborhood · ZIP 57069These 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.107
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.104
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.21

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.92%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.21%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.21%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.0.5%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.13,090
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.80 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$62,721
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$77,097
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.48°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.26 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.63%

Ownership

OccupancyWhether the owner appears to live here or somewhere else. It is inferred from the mailing address on record.Owner occupied
Company ownedWhether the owner is a company or trust rather than a person.No

Data by ATTOM. Valuations are automated estimates, not appraisals. Photos from Google Street View and may not depict the current property state.

How this home compares

45497 River Dr 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 96% of homes in Vermillion 57069
  • Costs more per square foot than 93% of homes in Vermillion 57069
  • Bigger than 77% of homes in Vermillion 57069
  • Has a bigger lot than 89% of homes in Vermillion 57069
  • Newer than 88% of homes in Vermillion 57069

What homes are worth in Vermillion 57069

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

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$104K$644K

This home is worth more than 96% of homes in Vermillion 57069.

How it measures up in Vermillion 57069

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Vermillion 57069.

Estimated value$588,283
CheaperTypical $278,236Pricier

Pricier than 96% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$258
CheaperTypical $162Pricier

Pricier than 93% of homes nearby

Living area2,280 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,600 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 77% of homes nearby

Lot size3.67 ac
SmallerTypical 0.26 acBigger

Bigger than 89% of homes nearby

Year built2007
OlderTypical 1971Newer

Newer than 88% of homes nearby

How 45497 River Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeVermillion 57069Clay County
Estimated valuepricier than$588,28396% of homes95% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$25893% of homes89% of homes
Living areabigger than2,280 ft²77% of homes77% of homes
Lot sizebigger than3.67 ac89% of homes80% of homes
Year builtnewer than200788% of homes88% of homes

About 45497 River Dr

How much is 45497 River Dr, Meckling, SD worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 45497 River Dr, Meckling, SD is $588,283 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $540,971 to $635,595. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 45497 River Dr, Meckling, SD last sell?

45497 River Dr, Meckling, SD last sold on Jul 22, 2021 for $515,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 45497 River Dr, Meckling, SD?

45497 River Dr, Meckling, SD has 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 2,280 square feet of living space and a 3.67-acre lot.

When was 45497 River Dr, Meckling, SD built?

45497 River Dr, Meckling, SD was built in 2007, making it 19 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 45497 River Dr, Meckling, SD?

45497 River Dr, Meckling, SD is assigned to Irene - Wakonda Elementary - 02 (elementary), rated D+; Irene - Wakonda Jr. High - 04 (middle), rated C+; Irene - Wakonda High School - 01 (high), rated B+. All sit in Irene-Wakonda School District 13-3. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 45497 River Dr, Meckling, SD compare to other homes in Vermillion 57069?

Among the 3,471 homes in Vermillion 57069, it is worth more than 96% of them ($588,283 against a typical $278,236), its price per square foot is higher than 93% of them ($258 against a typical $162), it is bigger than 77% of them (2,280 ft² against a typical 1,600 ft²), its lot is bigger than 89% of them (3.67 ac against a typical 0.26 ac) and it is newer than 88% of them (2007 against a typical 1971). Measured against all of Clay County, it is worth more than 95% 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 45497 River Dr, Meckling, SD?

The 2025 property tax bill for 45497 River Dr, Meckling, SD was $6,159. The county assessed it at $468,751.

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