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$98,570$52 / 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 93How 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 $4,269,400 on Feb 27, 2024

538 LEWIS ST

HAMMOND, IN 46320
2
Beds
1
Baths
1,898 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.
3,300 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1916
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
5
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$99K
$92K low$105K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$4,269,400 · Feb 27, 2024

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,239 (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.$103,100 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$14,500
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$88,600
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$90,800
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$103,100

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.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
CountyLAKE
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.1995
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.08
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (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.None
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.Alley

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.

M
Henry W. Eggers Middle SchoolC
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 0.2 mi
H
Hammond Central High SchoolD
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.3 mi
E
Annie Burns-Hicks Elementary SchoolD-
Elementary · Grades PK–6 · 0.7 mi

District: Hammond School City

Neighborhood · ZIP 46320These 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.107
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.40

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.91%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.10%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.29%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.5%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.16,932
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.3,767 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$41,669
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$53,439
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.50°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.38 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.60%

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How this home compares

538 Lewis 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 87% of homes in Lake County
  • Costs less per square foot than 93% of homes in Lake County
  • Bigger than 71% of homes in Hammond 46320
  • Has a smaller lot than 94% of homes in Lake County
  • Older than 95% of homes in Lake County

What homes are worth in Hammond 46320

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

This home
$54K$281K

This home is worth more than 33% of homes in Hammond 46320.

How it measures up in Hammond 46320

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Hammond 46320.

Estimated value$98,570
CheaperTypical $113,208Pricier

Pricier than 33% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$52
CheaperTypical $90Pricier

Pricier than 14% of homes nearby

Living area1,898 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,400 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 71% of homes nearby

Lot size3,300 ft²
SmallerTypical 0.11 acBigger

Bigger than 14% of homes nearby

Year built1916
OlderTypical 1920Newer

Newer than 38% of homes nearby

How 538 Lewis St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeHammond 46320Lake County
Estimated valuepricier than$98,57033% of homes13% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$5214% of homes7% of homes
Living areabigger than1,898 ft²71% of homes58% of homes
Lot sizebigger than3,300 ft²14% of homes6% of homes
Year builtnewer than191638% of homes5% of homes

About 538 Lewis St

How much is 538 Lewis St, Hammond, IN worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 538 Lewis St, Hammond, IN is $98,570 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $91,791 to $105,349. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 538 Lewis St, Hammond, IN last sell?

538 Lewis St, Hammond, IN last sold on Feb 27, 2024 for $4,269,400, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 538 Lewis St, Hammond, IN?

538 Lewis St, Hammond, IN has 2 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,898 square feet of living space and a 0.08-acre lot.

When was 538 Lewis St, Hammond, IN built?

538 Lewis St, Hammond, IN was built in 1916, making it 110 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 538 Lewis St, Hammond, IN?

538 Lewis St, Hammond, IN is assigned to Henry W. Eggers Middle School (middle), rated C; Hammond Central High School (high), rated D; Annie Burns-Hicks Elementary School (elementary), rated D-. All sit in Hammond School City. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 538 Lewis St, Hammond, IN compare to other homes in Hammond 46320?

Among the 3,520 homes in Hammond 46320, it is worth more than 33% of them ($98,570 against a typical $113,208), its price per square foot is higher than 14% of them ($52 against a typical $90), it is bigger than 71% of them (1,898 ft² against a typical 1,400 ft²), its lot is bigger than 14% of them (3,300 ft² against a typical 0.11 ac) and it is newer than 38% of them (1916 against a typical 1920). Measured against all of Lake County, it is worth more than 13% 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 538 Lewis St, Hammond, IN?

The 2024 property tax bill for 538 Lewis St, Hammond, IN was $2,239. The county assessed it at $103,100.

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