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$240,619$149 / 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 96How 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 $221,500 on Jan 12, 2023

5256 S CAPITOL AVE

INDIANAPOLIS, IN 46217
3
Beds
1
Baths
1,620 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.
0.36 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1959
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.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$241K
$232K low$249K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$221,500 · Jan 12, 2023

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$3,313 (2024)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$259,300 (2024)
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.$234,500
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$259,300
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$259,300

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.46 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.2005
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.36
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
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, Detached
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Shed · 120 ft²

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
Abraham Lincoln Elementary SchoolD
Elementary · Grades 1–5 · 0.2 mi
M
Perry Meridian Middle SchoolA-
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 2.6 mi
H
Perry Meridian High School
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.9 mi

District: Perry Township Metropolitan School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 46217These 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.49
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.109
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.97%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.22%
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.1.6%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.35,131
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.1,555 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$82,958
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$97,366
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.52°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.41 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

5256 S Capitol Ave 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.

  • Has a bigger lot than 78% of homes in Marion County
  • Older than 81% of homes in Indianapolis 46217

What homes are worth in Indianapolis 46217

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

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$128K$485K

This home is worth more than 43% of homes in Indianapolis 46217.

How it measures up in Indianapolis 46217

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Indianapolis 46217.

Estimated value$240,619
CheaperTypical $249,516Pricier

Pricier than 43% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$149
CheaperTypical $154Pricier

Pricier than 43% of homes nearby

Living area1,620 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,667 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 46% of homes nearby

Lot size0.36 ac
SmallerTypical 0.27 acBigger

Bigger than 68% of homes nearby

Year built1959
OlderTypical 1989Newer

Newer than 19% of homes nearby

How 5256 S Capitol Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeSouthdaleIndianapolis 46217Marion County
Estimated valuepricier than$240,61955% of homes43% of homes55% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$14940% of homes43% of homes51% of homes
Living areabigger than1,620 ft²62% of homes46% of homes56% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.36 ac46% of homes68% of homes78% of homes
Year builtnewer than195943% of homes19% of homes45% of homes

About 5256 S Capitol Ave

How much is 5256 S Capitol Ave, Indianapolis, IN worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 5256 S Capitol Ave, Indianapolis, IN is $240,619 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $231,924 to $249,314. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 5256 S Capitol Ave, Indianapolis, IN last sell?

5256 S Capitol Ave, Indianapolis, IN last sold on Jan 12, 2023 for $221,500, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 5256 S Capitol Ave, Indianapolis, IN?

5256 S Capitol Ave, Indianapolis, IN has 3 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,620 square feet of living space and a 0.36-acre lot.

When was 5256 S Capitol Ave, Indianapolis, IN built?

5256 S Capitol Ave, Indianapolis, IN was built in 1959, making it 67 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 5256 S Capitol Ave, Indianapolis, IN?

5256 S Capitol Ave, Indianapolis, IN is assigned to Abraham Lincoln Elementary School (elementary), rated D; Perry Meridian Middle School (middle), rated A-; Perry Meridian High School (high). All sit in Perry Township Metropolitan School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 5256 S Capitol Ave, Indianapolis, IN compare to other homes in Indianapolis 46217?

Among the 11,876 homes in Indianapolis 46217, it is worth more than 43% of them ($240,619 against a typical $249,516), its price per square foot is higher than 43% of them ($149 against a typical $154), it is bigger than 46% of them (1,620 ft² against a typical 1,667 ft²), its lot is bigger than 68% of them (0.36 ac against a typical 0.27 ac) and it is newer than 19% of them (1959 against a typical 1989). Measured against all of Marion County, it is worth more than 55% 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 5256 S Capitol Ave, Indianapolis, IN?

The 2024 property tax bill for 5256 S Capitol Ave, Indianapolis, IN was $3,313. The county assessed it at $259,300.

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