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$82,803$36 / 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 94How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Jul 14, 2026

536 RIVER AVE

SOUTH BEND, IN 46601
3
Beds
1
Baths
2,300 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.
0.12 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1920
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
6
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$83K
$78K low$88K high
Est. Owner EquityRoughly how much of the home's value the owner would keep after paying off known loans. It is our estimate minus the loans still owed.$50,803
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$40,642
Loan-to-ValueHow much is still owed on the home compared to what it is worth. 80% means loans equal 80% of our estimate, so it shifts when the estimate does.42%
1st MortgageA loan still believed to be open on this home, in the order lenders get repaid. The first position is paid back before the second.$32,000
TEACHERS CU · recorded Aug 15, 2008

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,004 (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.$83,500 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$4,100
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$79,400
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$83,200
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$83,500

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.6 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.6%
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
CountySt. Joseph
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.12
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Metal Frame (Unspecified)
FoundationWhat the home is built on, such as a concrete slab, a crawl space, or a basement.Mat/Raft Foundation (Slab)
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Central
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes

Transaction History(1)

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
Riley High SchoolD+
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.1 mi
E
Lincoln Elementary SchoolD
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 1.2 mi
M
Jackson Traditional SchoolC-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 3.3 mi

District: South Bend Community School Corporation

Neighborhood · ZIP 46601These 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.152
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.91
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.23

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.83%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.13%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.39%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.2%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.6,705
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.2,962 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$31,306
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$48,995
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.50°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.60%

Ownership

OccupancyWhether the owner appears to live here or somewhere else. It is inferred from the mailing address on record.Absentee owner
Company ownedWhether the owner is a company or trust rather than a person.No

Data by ATTOM. Valuations are automated estimates, not appraisals. Photos from Google Street View and may not depict the current property state.

How this home compares

536 River 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.

  • Worth less than 91% of homes in St. Joseph County
  • Among the lowest price per square foot in St. Joseph County
  • Bigger than 87% of homes in St. Joseph County
  • Has a smaller lot than 86% of homes in St. Joseph County
  • Older than 87% of homes in St. Joseph County

What homes are worth in South Bend 46601

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

This home
$37K$1M

This home is worth more than 25% of homes in South Bend 46601.

How it measures up in South Bend 46601

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in South Bend 46601.

Estimated value$82,803
CheaperTypical $126,602Pricier

Pricier than 25% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$36
CheaperTypical $74Pricier

Pricier than 9% of homes nearby

Living area2,300 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,792 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 76% of homes nearby

Lot size0.12 ac
SmallerTypical 0.13 acBigger

Bigger than 44% of homes nearby

Year built1920
OlderTypical 1910Newer

Newer than 68% of homes nearby

How 536 River Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeSouth Bend 46601St. Joseph County
Estimated valuepricier than$82,80325% of homes9% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$369% of homesalmost no homes
Living areabigger than2,300 ft²76% of homes87% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.12 ac44% of homes14% of homes
Year builtnewer than192068% of homes13% of homes

About 536 River Ave

How much is 536 River Ave, South Bend, IN worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 536 River Ave, South Bend, IN is $82,803 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $77,560 to $88,046. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 536 River Ave, South Bend, IN last sell?

536 River Ave, South Bend, IN last sold on Aug 15, 2008, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 536 River Ave, South Bend, IN?

536 River Ave, South Bend, IN has 3 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 2,300 square feet of living space and a 0.12-acre lot.

When was 536 River Ave, South Bend, IN built?

536 River Ave, South Bend, IN was built in 1920, making it 106 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 536 River Ave, South Bend, IN?

536 River Ave, South Bend, IN is assigned to Riley High School (high), rated D+; Lincoln Elementary School (elementary), rated D; Jackson Traditional School (middle), rated C-. All sit in South Bend Community School Corporation. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 536 River Ave, South Bend, IN compare to other homes in South Bend 46601?

Among the 1,059 homes in South Bend 46601, it is worth more than 25% of them ($82,803 against a typical $126,602), its price per square foot is higher than 9% of them ($36 against a typical $74), it is bigger than 76% of them (2,300 ft² against a typical 1,792 ft²), its lot is bigger than 44% of them (0.12 ac against a typical 0.13 ac) and it is newer than 68% of them (1920 against a typical 1910). Measured against all of St. Joseph County, it is worth more than 9% 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 536 River Ave, South Bend, IN?

The 2024 property tax bill for 536 River Ave, South Bend, IN was $2,004. The county assessed it at $83,500.

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