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$180,000$53 / 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 76How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Oct 21, 2026
Last sold for $139,300 on Jun 20, 2014

502 W 38TH ST

INDIANAPOLIS, IN 46208
3
Beds
3 / 2
Baths
3,405 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.
0.18 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1950
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
11
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.
1
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.
Pre-foreclosure (LIS)A foreclosure notice on this home is currently active. Many are worked out before any auction happens.
A foreclosure-related notice has been recorded for this property.

Valuation

$180K
$136K low$224K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$139,300 · Jun 20, 2014

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$3,083 (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.$272,200 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$25,200
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$247,000
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$318,900
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$272,200

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.5 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
CountyMARION
Effective Year BuiltAn adjusted build year that accounts for condition and major remodels. A big renovation can make a home count as newer than it is.1960
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.18
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Stone
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.No
ViewThe type of view from the property, or another feature of the site that affects value.Extra Front

Transaction History(6)

Sales and refinances filed with the county for this home. Not every transfer is a normal sale, so check the type before comparing prices.

Foreclosure Filings(3)

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

E
James Whitcomb Riley School 43F
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 0.4 mi
H
Shortridge High School
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.8 mi
M
Cold Spring SchoolD+
Middle · Grades KG–8 · 1.9 mi

District: Indianapolis Public Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 46208These 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.114
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.102
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.39

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.85%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.20%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.18%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.3%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.23,830
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.3,592 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$64,206
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$86,898
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.52°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.40 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.55%

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How this home compares

502 W 38th St 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 less than 85% of homes in Butler-Tarkington / Rocky Ripple
  • Among the lowest price per square foot in Butler-Tarkington / Rocky Ripple
  • Bigger than 96% of homes in Indianapolis 46208
  • Has a bigger lot than 80% of homes in Indianapolis 46208
  • Newer than 86% of homes in Butler-Tarkington / Rocky Ripple

What homes are worth in Indianapolis 46208

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

This home
$60K$1.1M

This home is worth more than 49% of homes in Indianapolis 46208.

How it measures up in Indianapolis 46208

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Indianapolis 46208.

Estimated value$180,000
CheaperTypical $184,150Pricier

Pricier than 49% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$53
CheaperTypical $131Pricier

Pricier than 3% of homes nearby

Living area3,405 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,418 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 96% of homes nearby

Lot size0.18 ac
SmallerTypical 0.13 acBigger

Bigger than 80% of homes nearby

Year built1950
OlderTypical 1927Newer

Newer than 80% of homes nearby

How 502 W 38th St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeButler-Tarkington / Rocky RippleIndianapolis 46208Marion County
Estimated valuepricier than$180,00015% of homes49% of homes31% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$53almost no homes3% of homesalmost no homes
Living areabigger than3,405 ft²95% of homes96% of homes96% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.18 ac66% of homes80% of homes47% of homes
Year builtnewer than195086% of homes80% of homes32% of homes

About 502 W 38th St

How much is 502 W 38th St, Indianapolis, IN worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 502 W 38th St, Indianapolis, IN is $180,000 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $136,282 to $223,718. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 502 W 38th St, Indianapolis, IN last sell?

502 W 38th St, Indianapolis, IN last sold on Jun 20, 2014 for $139,300, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 502 W 38th St, Indianapolis, IN?

502 W 38th St, Indianapolis, IN has 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 3,405 square feet of living space and a 0.18-acre lot.

When was 502 W 38th St, Indianapolis, IN built?

502 W 38th St, Indianapolis, IN was built in 1950, making it 76 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 502 W 38th St, Indianapolis, IN?

502 W 38th St, Indianapolis, IN is assigned to James Whitcomb Riley School 43 (elementary), rated F; Shortridge High School (high); Cold Spring School (middle), rated D+. All sit in Indianapolis Public Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 502 W 38th St, Indianapolis, IN compare to other homes in Indianapolis 46208?

Among the 8,913 homes in Indianapolis 46208, it is worth more than 49% of them ($180,000 against a typical $184,150), its price per square foot is higher than 3% of them ($53 against a typical $131), it is bigger than 96% of them (3,405 ft² against a typical 1,418 ft²), its lot is bigger than 80% of them (0.18 ac against a typical 0.13 ac) and it is newer than 80% of them (1950 against a typical 1927). Measured against all of Marion County, it is worth more than 31% 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 502 W 38th St, Indianapolis, IN?

The 2025 property tax bill for 502 W 38th St, Indianapolis, IN was $3,083. The county assessed it at $272,200.

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