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$706,487$346 / 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 95How 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 $525,000 on Jul 19, 2021

478 WHITE WOOD DR

VALPARAISO, IN 46383
3
Beds
3
Baths
2,040 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.
1.4 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2008
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
9
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.
5
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$706K
$673K low$740K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$525,000 · Jul 19, 2021

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$9,120 (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.$564,400 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$65,400
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$499,000
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$564,400
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$564,400

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.7 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
CountyPorter
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.1.40
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Masonry/Concrete Masonry Units (Cmus)
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
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, Attached
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.Yes

Transaction History(3)

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
Jackson Elementary SchoolA+
Elementary · Grades KG–4 · 1.4 mi
H
Chesterton High SchoolA
High · Grades 9–12 · 4.7 mi
M
Liberty Intermediate/Middle SchoolA
Middle · Grades 5–8 · 5.3 mi

District: Duneland School Corporation

Neighborhood · ZIP 46383These 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.113
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.116
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.34

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.94%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.24%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.8.3%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.4%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.40,535
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.462 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$75,965
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$94,528
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.49°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.39 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

478 White Wood 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 Valparaiso 46383
  • Among the highest price per square foot in Valparaiso 46383
  • Has a bigger lot than 86% of homes in Valparaiso 46383
  • Newer than 90% of homes in Valparaiso 46383

What homes are worth in Valparaiso 46383

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

This home
$171K$827K

This home is worth more than 96% of homes in Valparaiso 46383.

How it measures up in Valparaiso 46383

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Valparaiso 46383.

Estimated value$706,487
CheaperTypical $350,631Pricier

Pricier than 96% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$346
CheaperTypical $199Pricier

Pricier than almost all homes nearby

Living area2,040 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,900 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 58% of homes nearby

Lot size1.4 ac
SmallerTypical 0.31 acBigger

Bigger than 86% of homes nearby

Year built2008
OlderTypical 1979Newer

Newer than 90% of homes nearby

How 478 White Wood Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeValparaiso 46383Porter County
Estimated valuepricier than$706,48796% of homes95% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$346almost all homes98% of homes
Living areabigger than2,040 ft²58% of homes60% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1.4 ac86% of homes85% of homes
Year builtnewer than200890% of homes88% of homes

About 478 White Wood Dr

How much is 478 White Wood Dr, Valparaiso, IN worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 478 White Wood Dr, Valparaiso, IN is $706,487 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $672,938 to $740,036. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 478 White Wood Dr, Valparaiso, IN last sell?

478 White Wood Dr, Valparaiso, IN last sold on Jul 19, 2021 for $525,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 478 White Wood Dr, Valparaiso, IN?

478 White Wood Dr, Valparaiso, IN has 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 2,040 square feet of living space and a 1.40-acre lot.

When was 478 White Wood Dr, Valparaiso, IN built?

478 White Wood Dr, Valparaiso, IN was built in 2008, making it 18 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 478 White Wood Dr, Valparaiso, IN?

478 White Wood Dr, Valparaiso, IN is assigned to Jackson Elementary School (elementary), rated A+; Chesterton High School (high), rated A; Liberty Intermediate/Middle School (middle), rated A. All sit in Duneland School Corporation. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 478 White Wood Dr, Valparaiso, IN compare to other homes in Valparaiso 46383?

Among the 13,093 homes in Valparaiso 46383, it is worth more than 96% of them ($706,487 against a typical $350,631), its price per square foot is higher than almost all of them ($346 against a typical $199), it is bigger than 58% of them (2,040 ft² against a typical 1,900 ft²), its lot is bigger than 86% of them (1.4 ac against a typical 0.31 ac) and it is newer than 90% of them (2008 against a typical 1979). Measured against all of Porter 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 478 White Wood Dr, Valparaiso, IN?

The 2025 property tax bill for 478 White Wood Dr, Valparaiso, IN was $9,120. The county assessed it at $564,400.

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