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$213,764$110 / 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 85How 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
Last sold for $158,000 on Jul 27, 2016

524 S BABCOCK ST

TOPEKA, IN 46571
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,936 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.
0.48 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1960
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
7
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.
3
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$214K
$181K low$247K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$158,000 · Jul 27, 2016

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,703 (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.$285,400 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$41,200
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$244,200
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$223,600
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$285,400

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.38
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
6
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
66
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
79
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
41
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.

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
CountyLAGRANGE
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.48
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.No
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Shed · 112 ft²

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

E
Topeka Elementary SchoolA+
Elementary · Grades KG–4 · 0.2 mi
M
Westview Jr-Sr High SchoolA-
Middle · Grades 7–12 · 5.7 mi

District: Westview School Corporation

Neighborhood · ZIP 46571These 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.66
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.87
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.29

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.95%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.4.6%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.5.8%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.7%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.5,916
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.140 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$88,930
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$101,958
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

524 S Babcock 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 83% of homes in Topeka 46571
  • Costs less per square foot than 92% of homes in LaGrange County
  • Has a smaller lot than 78% of homes in Topeka 46571
  • Older than 83% of homes in Topeka 46571

What homes are worth in Topeka 46571

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

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$122K$883K

This home is worth more than 17% of homes in Topeka 46571.

How it measures up in Topeka 46571

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Topeka 46571.

Estimated value$213,764
CheaperTypical $395,950Pricier

Pricier than 17% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$110
CheaperTypical $168Pricier

Pricier than 10% of homes nearby

Living area1,936 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,304 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 41% of homes nearby

Lot size0.48 ac
SmallerTypical 3 acBigger

Bigger than 22% of homes nearby

Year built1960
OlderTypical 1991Newer

Newer than 17% of homes nearby

How 524 S Babcock St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeTopeka 46571LaGrange County
Estimated valuepricier than$213,76417% of homes22% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$11010% of homes8% of homes
Living areabigger than1,936 ft²41% of homes62% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.48 ac22% of homes44% of homes
Year builtnewer than196017% of homes20% of homes

About 524 S Babcock St

How much is 524 S Babcock St, Topeka, IN worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 524 S Babcock St, Topeka, IN is $213,764 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $180,655 to $246,873. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 524 S Babcock St, Topeka, IN last sell?

524 S Babcock St, Topeka, IN last sold on Jul 27, 2016 for $158,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 524 S Babcock St, Topeka, IN?

524 S Babcock St, Topeka, IN has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,936 square feet of living space and a 0.48-acre lot.

When was 524 S Babcock St, Topeka, IN built?

524 S Babcock St, Topeka, IN was built in 1960, making it 66 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 524 S Babcock St, Topeka, IN?

524 S Babcock St, Topeka, IN is assigned to Topeka Elementary School (elementary), rated A+; Westview Jr-Sr High School (middle), rated A-. All sit in Westview School Corporation. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 524 S Babcock St, Topeka, IN compare to other homes in Topeka 46571?

Among the 1,503 homes in Topeka 46571, it is worth more than 17% of them ($213,764 against a typical $395,950), its price per square foot is higher than 10% of them ($110 against a typical $168), it is bigger than 41% of them (1,936 ft² against a typical 2,304 ft²), its lot is bigger than 22% of them (0.48 ac against a typical 3 ac) and it is newer than 17% of them (1960 against a typical 1991). Measured against all of LaGrange County, it is worth more than 22% 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 524 S Babcock St, Topeka, IN?

The 2025 property tax bill for 524 S Babcock St, Topeka, IN was $2,703. The county assessed it at $285,400.

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