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$498,542$200 / 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 95How 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

53970 WHITESELL DR

SOUTH BEND, IN 46628
3
Beds
2
Baths
2,489 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.
3.12 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1996
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
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.
3
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$499K
$472K low$525K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$8,785 (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.$711,400 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$244,800
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$466,600
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$545,900
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$711,400

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.3.12
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Wood (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
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

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.

E
Wilson Elementary SchoolC-
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 3.6 mi
H
Washington High SchoolD-
High · Grades 9–12 · 3.9 mi
M
Navarre Middle SchoolC
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 4.3 mi

District: South Bend Community School Corporation

Neighborhood · ZIP 46628These 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.106
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 100.20

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.17%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.21%
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.27,452
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.753 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$59,386
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$72,041
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.49°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%

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How this home compares

53970 Whitesell Dr 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 97% of homes in South Bend 46628
  • Costs more per square foot than 86% of homes in South Bend 46628
  • Bigger than 96% of homes in South Bend 46628
  • Has a bigger lot than 96% of homes in South Bend 46628
  • Newer than 84% of homes in St. Joseph County

What homes are worth in South Bend 46628

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

This home
$45K$539K

This home is worth more than 97% of homes in South Bend 46628.

How it measures up in South Bend 46628

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in South Bend 46628.

Estimated value$498,542
CheaperTypical $156,723Pricier

Pricier than 97% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$200
CheaperTypical $125Pricier

Pricier than 86% of homes nearby

Living area2,489 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,280 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 96% of homes nearby

Lot size3.12 ac
SmallerTypical 0.21 acBigger

Bigger than 96% of homes nearby

Year built1996
OlderTypical 1955Newer

Newer than 79% of homes nearby

How 53970 Whitesell Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeSouth Bend 46628St. Joseph County
Estimated valuepricier than$498,54297% of homes94% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$20086% of homes79% of homes
Living areabigger than2,489 ft²96% of homes91% of homes
Lot sizebigger than3.12 ac96% of homes95% of homes
Year builtnewer than199679% of homes84% of homes

About 53970 Whitesell Dr

How much is 53970 Whitesell Dr, South Bend, IN worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 53970 Whitesell Dr, South Bend, IN is $498,542 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $472,161 to $524,923. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 53970 Whitesell Dr, South Bend, IN last sell?

53970 Whitesell Dr, South Bend, IN last sold on Aug 19, 2015, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 53970 Whitesell Dr, South Bend, IN?

53970 Whitesell Dr, South Bend, IN has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 2,489 square feet of living space and a 3.12-acre lot.

When was 53970 Whitesell Dr, South Bend, IN built?

53970 Whitesell Dr, South Bend, IN was built in 1996, making it 30 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 53970 Whitesell Dr, South Bend, IN?

53970 Whitesell Dr, South Bend, IN is assigned to Wilson Elementary School (elementary), rated C-; Washington High School (high), rated D-; Navarre Middle 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 53970 Whitesell Dr, South Bend, IN compare to other homes in South Bend 46628?

Among the 10,046 homes in South Bend 46628, it is worth more than 97% of them ($498,542 against a typical $156,723), its price per square foot is higher than 86% of them ($200 against a typical $125), it is bigger than 96% of them (2,489 ft² against a typical 1,280 ft²), its lot is bigger than 96% of them (3.12 ac against a typical 0.21 ac) and it is newer than 79% of them (1996 against a typical 1955). Measured against all of St. Joseph County, it is worth more than 94% 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 53970 Whitesell Dr, South Bend, IN?

The 2024 property tax bill for 53970 Whitesell Dr, South Bend, IN was $8,785. The county assessed it at $711,400.

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