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$393,200$224 / ft²
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5238 COUNTY ROAD 79A

BUTLER, IN 46721
3
Beds
1.5
Baths
1,752 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.
4 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1997
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
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.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$393K
$354K low$432K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,519 (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.$307,800 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$43,500
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$264,300
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$289,700
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$307,800

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.43
61
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
9
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
70
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.
3
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.87 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.1 percent flood zone

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
CountyDEKALB
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.4.00
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
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.Above-Ground Pool
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Shed · 140 ft²

Neighborhood · ZIP 46721These 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.130
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.79
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.36

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.8.1%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.13%
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.5,416
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.67 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$72,396
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$78,344
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.49°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.37 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.59%

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How this home compares

5238 County Road 79a 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 87% of homes in Butler 46721
  • Costs more per square foot than 90% of homes in Butler 46721
  • Bigger than 66% of homes in Butler 46721
  • Has a bigger lot than 83% of homes in DeKalb County
  • Newer than 80% of homes in Butler 46721

What homes are worth in Butler 46721

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

This home
$65K$558K

This home is worth more than 87% of homes in Butler 46721.

How it measures up in Butler 46721

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Butler 46721.

Estimated value$393,200
CheaperTypical $193,975Pricier

Pricier than 87% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$224
CheaperTypical $128Pricier

Pricier than 90% of homes nearby

Living area1,752 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,560 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 66% of homes nearby

Lot size4 ac
SmallerTypical 0.58 acBigger

Bigger than 79% of homes nearby

Year built1997
OlderTypical 1970Newer

Newer than 80% of homes nearby

How 5238 County Road 79a ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeButler 46721DeKalb County
Estimated valuepricier than$393,20087% of homes82% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$22490% of homes87% of homes
Living areabigger than1,752 ft²66% of homes59% of homes
Lot sizebigger than4 ac79% of homes83% of homes
Year builtnewer than199780% of homes75% of homes

About 5238 County Road 79a

How much is 5238 County Road 79a, Butler, IN worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 5238 County Road 79a, Butler, IN is $393,200 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $353,957 to $432,443. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 5238 County Road 79a, Butler, IN last sell?

5238 County Road 79a, Butler, IN last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 5238 County Road 79a, Butler, IN?

5238 County Road 79a, Butler, IN has 3 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms, 1,752 square feet of living space and a 4.00-acre lot.

When was 5238 County Road 79a, Butler, IN built?

5238 County Road 79a, Butler, IN was built in 1997, making it 29 years old. The building has 2 stories.

How does 5238 County Road 79a, Butler, IN compare to other homes in Butler 46721?

Among the 1,865 homes in Butler 46721, it is worth more than 87% of them ($393,200 against a typical $193,975), its price per square foot is higher than 90% of them ($224 against a typical $128), it is bigger than 66% of them (1,752 ft² against a typical 1,560 ft²), its lot is bigger than 79% of them (4 ac against a typical 0.58 ac) and it is newer than 80% of them (1997 against a typical 1970). Measured against all of DeKalb 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 5238 County Road 79a, Butler, IN?

The 2025 property tax bill for 5238 County Road 79a, Butler, IN was $1,519. The county assessed it at $307,800.

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