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$429,057$271 / 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 83How 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 $120,000 on Apr 22, 2003

45501 RIVER DR

MECKLING, SD 57069
2
Beds
2
Baths
1,584 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.
3.76 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1979
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
8
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

$429K
$358K low$501K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$120,000 · Apr 22, 2003
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.$429,057
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$343,246

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$4,976 (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.$304,621 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$86,904
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$217,717
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$304,621

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.3.76
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Metal Frame (Unspecified)
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
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.Yes
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Porch · 32 ft²

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

M
Vermillion Middle SchoolA-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 8.2 mi
H
Vermillion High SchoolD+
High · Grades 9–12 · 9.5 mi
E
Vermillion Elementary School
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 10.3 mi

District: Vermillion School District 13-1

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.Absentee owner
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

45501 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 85% of homes in Vermillion 57069
  • Costs more per square foot than 95% of homes in Vermillion 57069
  • Has a bigger lot than 90% of homes in Vermillion 57069
  • Newer than 66% of homes in Clay County

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 85% 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$429,057
CheaperTypical $278,236Pricier

Pricier than 85% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$271
CheaperTypical $162Pricier

Pricier than 95% of homes nearby

Living area1,584 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,600 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 49% of homes nearby

Lot size3.76 ac
SmallerTypical 0.26 acBigger

Bigger than 90% of homes nearby

Year built1979
OlderTypical 1971Newer

Newer than 65% of homes nearby

How 45501 River Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeVermillion 57069Clay County
Estimated valuepricier than$429,05785% of homes82% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$27195% of homes92% of homes
Living areabigger than1,584 ft²49% of homes49% of homes
Lot sizebigger than3.76 ac90% of homes80% of homes
Year builtnewer than197965% of homes66% of homes

About 45501 River Dr

How much is 45501 River Dr, Meckling, SD worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 45501 River Dr, Meckling, SD is $429,057 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $357,564 to $500,550. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 45501 River Dr, Meckling, SD last sell?

45501 River Dr, Meckling, SD last sold on Apr 22, 2003 for $120,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 45501 River Dr, Meckling, SD?

45501 River Dr, Meckling, SD has 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,584 square feet of living space and a 3.76-acre lot.

When was 45501 River Dr, Meckling, SD built?

45501 River Dr, Meckling, SD was built in 1979, making it 47 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 45501 River Dr, Meckling, SD?

45501 River Dr, Meckling, SD is assigned to Vermillion Middle School (middle), rated A-; Vermillion High School (high), rated D+; Vermillion Elementary School (elementary). All sit in Vermillion School District 13-1. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 45501 River Dr, Meckling, SD compare to other homes in Vermillion 57069?

Among the 3,471 homes in Vermillion 57069, it is worth more than 85% of them ($429,057 against a typical $278,236), its price per square foot is higher than 95% of them ($271 against a typical $162), it is bigger than 49% of them (1,584 ft² against a typical 1,600 ft²), its lot is bigger than 90% of them (3.76 ac against a typical 0.26 ac) and it is newer than 65% of them (1979 against a typical 1971). Measured against all of Clay County, it is worth more than 82% 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 45501 River Dr, Meckling, SD?

The 2025 property tax bill for 45501 River Dr, Meckling, SD was $4,976. The county assessed it at $304,621.

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