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$247,730$227 / 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 Jul 14, 2026
Last sold for $239,000 on Feb 25, 2025

549 RIVIERA RD

VALPARAISO, IN 46385
3
Beds
1
Baths
1,092 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.
1980
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.
3
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$248K
$230K low$265K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$239,000 · Feb 25, 2025
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.$41,730
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$33,384
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.84%
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.$206,000
GOLD STAR MORTGAGE FINANCIAL GROUP · recorded Feb 25, 2025

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,512 (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.$225,300 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$27,400
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$197,900
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$225,300
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$225,300

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.41
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
28
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
70
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
68
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.
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
CountyPorter
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.Wood (Unspecified)
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
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Attached

Transaction History(4)

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
John Simatovich Elementary SchoolB
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 0.7 mi
H
Wheeler High SchoolA+
High · Grades 9–12 · 3.2 mi
M
Union Township Middle SchoolA
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 3.3 mi

District: Union Township School Corporation

Neighborhood · ZIP 46385These 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.82
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.114
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.96%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.19%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.6.8%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.4%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.44,677
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.538 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$99,098
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$121,747
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.50°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.39 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.Owner occupied
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

549 Riviera Rd 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 78% of homes in Valparaiso 46385
  • Costs more per square foot than 80% of homes in Porter County
  • Smaller than 93% of homes in Valparaiso 46385
  • Has a smaller lot than 95% of homes in Valparaiso 46385

What homes are worth in Valparaiso 46385

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

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$168K$1000K

This home is worth more than 22% of homes in Valparaiso 46385.

How it measures up in Valparaiso 46385

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Valparaiso 46385.

Estimated value$247,730
CheaperTypical $373,192Pricier

Pricier than 22% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$227
CheaperTypical $190Pricier

Pricier than 78% of homes nearby

Living area1,092 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,945 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 7% of homes nearby

Lot size0.12 ac
SmallerTypical 0.31 acBigger

Bigger than 5% of homes nearby

Year built1980
OlderTypical 1988Newer

Newer than 44% of homes nearby

How 549 Riviera Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeValparaiso 46385Porter County
Estimated valuepricier than$247,73022% of homes25% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$22778% of homes80% of homes
Living areabigger than1,092 ft²7% of homes10% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.12 ac5% of homes5% of homes
Year builtnewer than198044% of homes50% of homes

About 549 Riviera Rd

How much is 549 Riviera Rd, Valparaiso, IN worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 549 Riviera Rd, Valparaiso, IN is $247,730 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $230,021 to $265,439. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 549 Riviera Rd, Valparaiso, IN last sell?

549 Riviera Rd, Valparaiso, IN last sold on Feb 25, 2025 for $239,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 549 Riviera Rd, Valparaiso, IN?

549 Riviera Rd, Valparaiso, IN has 3 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,092 square feet of living space and a 0.12-acre lot.

When was 549 Riviera Rd, Valparaiso, IN built?

549 Riviera Rd, Valparaiso, IN was built in 1980, making it 46 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 549 Riviera Rd, Valparaiso, IN?

549 Riviera Rd, Valparaiso, IN is assigned to John Simatovich Elementary School (elementary), rated B; Wheeler High School (high), rated A+; Union Township Middle School (middle), rated A. All sit in Union Township School Corporation. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 549 Riviera Rd, Valparaiso, IN compare to other homes in Valparaiso 46385?

Among the 16,184 homes in Valparaiso 46385, it is worth more than 22% of them ($247,730 against a typical $373,192), its price per square foot is higher than 78% of them ($227 against a typical $190), it is bigger than 7% of them (1,092 ft² against a typical 1,945 ft²), its lot is bigger than 5% of them (0.12 ac against a typical 0.31 ac) and it is newer than 44% of them (1980 against a typical 1988). Measured against all of Porter County, it is worth more than 25% 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 549 Riviera Rd, Valparaiso, IN?

The 2025 property tax bill for 549 Riviera Rd, Valparaiso, IN was $1,512. The county assessed it at $225,300.

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