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$449,954$309 / 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 70How 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

4872 W 500 N

RENSSELAER, IN 47978
3
Beds
1.5
Baths
1,456 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.
80 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1940
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.
8
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$450K
$316K low$584K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,942 (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.$540,000 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$130,900
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$409,100
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$481,500
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$540,000

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.36
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
16
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
68
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
75
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.
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.Rural Residence
CountyJASPER
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.80.00
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Wood (Unspecified)
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Gravity
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Mixed
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.Yes

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.

H
Kankakee Valley High SchoolA-
High · Grades 9–12 · 6.7 mi
M
Kankakee Valley Middle SchoolB-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 6.9 mi
E
Demotte Elementary SchoolB+
Elementary · Grades PK–3 · 7.8 mi

District: Kankakee Valley 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

4872 W 500 N 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 92% of homes in Rensselaer 47978
  • Among the highest price per square foot in Rensselaer 47978
  • Smaller than 67% of homes in Jasper County
  • Among the largest lots in Jasper County
  • Older than 85% of homes in Jasper County

What homes are worth in Rensselaer 47978

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

This home
$78K$588K

This home is worth more than 92% 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$449,954
CheaperTypical $233,405Pricier

Pricier than 92% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$309
CheaperTypical $143Pricier

Pricier than almost all homes nearby

Living area1,456 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,665 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 37% of homes nearby

Lot size80 ac
SmallerTypical 0.58 acBigger

Bigger than 98% of homes nearby

Year built1940
OlderTypical 1969Newer

Newer than 25% of homes nearby

How 4872 W 500 N ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeRensselaer 47978Jasper County
Estimated valuepricier than$449,95492% of homes87% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$309almost all homes98% of homes
Living areabigger than1,456 ft²37% of homes33% of homes
Lot sizebigger than80 ac98% of homesalmost all homes
Year builtnewer than194025% of homes15% of homes

About 4872 W 500 N

How much is 4872 W 500 N, Rensselaer, IN worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 4872 W 500 N, Rensselaer, IN is $449,954 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $315,534 to $584,374. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 4872 W 500 N, Rensselaer, IN last sell?

4872 W 500 N, Rensselaer, IN last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 4872 W 500 N, Rensselaer, IN?

4872 W 500 N, Rensselaer, IN has 3 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms, 1,456 square feet of living space and a 80.00-acre lot.

When was 4872 W 500 N, Rensselaer, IN built?

4872 W 500 N, Rensselaer, IN was built in 1940, making it 86 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 4872 W 500 N, Rensselaer, IN?

4872 W 500 N, Rensselaer, IN is assigned to Kankakee Valley High School (high), rated A-; Kankakee Valley Middle School (middle), rated B-; Demotte Elementary School (elementary), rated B+. All sit in Kankakee Valley School Corporation. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 4872 W 500 N, Rensselaer, IN compare to other homes in Rensselaer 47978?

Among the 4,177 homes in Rensselaer 47978, it is worth more than 92% of them ($449,954 against a typical $233,405), its price per square foot is higher than almost all of them ($309 against a typical $143), it is bigger than 37% of them (1,456 ft² against a typical 1,665 ft²), its lot is bigger than 98% of them (80 ac against a typical 0.58 ac) and it is newer than 25% of them (1940 against a typical 1969). Measured against all of Jasper County, it is worth more than 87% 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 4872 W 500 N, Rensselaer, IN?

The 2025 property tax bill for 4872 W 500 N, Rensselaer, IN was $2,942. The county assessed it at $540,000.

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