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$281,399$167 / 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 97How 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 $158,500 on Jul 31, 2020

4840 S 1000 W

RENSSELAER, IN 47978
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,680 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.
0.49 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1996
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$281K
$273K low$290K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$158,500 · Jul 31, 2020

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$590 (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.$190,200 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$24,800
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$165,400
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$176,800
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$190,200

Climate Risk

Overall riskThe average of the five hazard scores below, on a 0 to 100 scale. Higher means greater projected risk over the coming decades.44
35
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
18
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
72
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
73
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
23
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.
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.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
CountyJASPER
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.49
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Masonry/Concrete Masonry Units (Cmus)
FoundationWhat the home is built on, such as a concrete slab, a crawl space, or a basement.Raised (Unspecified)
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, Attached
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

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
Rensselaer Central Primary School
Elementary · Grades PK–2 · 5.0 mi
M
Rensselaer Central Middle SchoolA-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 5.3 mi
H
Rensselaer Central High School
High · Grades 9–12 · 5.4 mi

District: Rensselaer Central School Corporation

Neighborhood · ZIP 47978These 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.131
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.114
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.30

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.91%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.12%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.6.9%
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.11,107
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.43 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$74,503
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$84,542
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

4840 S 1000 W 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 69% of homes in Rensselaer 47978
  • Costs more per square foot than 73% of homes in Rensselaer 47978
  • Has a smaller lot than 67% of homes in Jasper County
  • Newer than 80% of homes in Rensselaer 47978

What homes are worth in Rensselaer 47978

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

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$80K$553K

This home is worth more than 69% of homes in Rensselaer 47978.

How it measures up in Rensselaer 47978

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Rensselaer 47978.

Estimated value$281,399
CheaperTypical $226,298Pricier

Pricier than 69% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$167
CheaperTypical $140Pricier

Pricier than 73% of homes nearby

Living area1,680 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,654 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 52% of homes nearby

Lot size0.49 ac
SmallerTypical 0.59 acBigger

Bigger than 46% of homes nearby

Year built1996
OlderTypical 1969Newer

Newer than 80% of homes nearby

How 4840 S 1000 W ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeRensselaer 47978Jasper County
Estimated valuepricier than$281,39969% of homes51% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$16773% of homes52% of homes
Living areabigger than1,680 ft²52% of homes50% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.49 ac46% of homes33% of homes
Year builtnewer than199680% of homes69% of homes

About 4840 S 1000 W

How much is 4840 S 1000 W, Rensselaer, IN worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 4840 S 1000 W, Rensselaer, IN is $281,399 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $272,510 to $290,288. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 4840 S 1000 W, Rensselaer, IN last sell?

4840 S 1000 W, Rensselaer, IN last sold on Jul 31, 2020 for $158,500, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 4840 S 1000 W, Rensselaer, IN?

4840 S 1000 W, Rensselaer, IN has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,680 square feet of living space and a 0.49-acre lot.

When was 4840 S 1000 W, Rensselaer, IN built?

4840 S 1000 W, Rensselaer, IN was built in 1996, making it 30 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 4840 S 1000 W, Rensselaer, IN?

4840 S 1000 W, Rensselaer, IN is assigned to Rensselaer Central Primary School (elementary); Rensselaer Central Middle School (middle), rated A-; Rensselaer Central High School (high). All sit in Rensselaer Central School Corporation. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 4840 S 1000 W, Rensselaer, IN compare to other homes in Rensselaer 47978?

Among the 4,177 homes in Rensselaer 47978, it is worth more than 69% of them ($281,399 against a typical $226,298), its price per square foot is higher than 73% of them ($167 against a typical $140), it is bigger than 52% of them (1,680 ft² against a typical 1,654 ft²), its lot is bigger than 46% of them (0.49 ac against a typical 0.59 ac) and it is newer than 80% of them (1996 against a typical 1969). Measured against all of Jasper County, it is worth more than 51% 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 4840 S 1000 W, Rensselaer, IN?

The 2025 property tax bill for 4840 S 1000 W, Rensselaer, IN was $590. The county assessed it at $190,200.

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