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$248,916$177 / 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 Aug 30, 2026

5538 DOLLAR FORGE DR

INDIANAPOLIS, IN 46221
3
Beds
1
Baths
1,410 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.
0.25 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2006
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.
1
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$249K
$233K low$265K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,755 (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.$246,400 (2024)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$20,400
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$226,000
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$246,400
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$246,400

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
CountyMarion
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.25
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Masonry/Concrete Masonry Units (Cmus)
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
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

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.

Foreclosure Filings(2)

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

M
Decatur Middle SchoolD+
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 0.9 mi
H
Decatur Central High SchoolD+
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.0 mi
E
Stephen Decatur Elementary SchoolC+
Elementary · Grades 1–6 · 2.4 mi

District: Decatur Township Metropolitan School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 46221These 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.99
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 100.44

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.93%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.11%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.11%
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.27,491
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.1,347 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$64,261
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$76,190
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.52°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.55%

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How this home compares

5538 Dollar Forge 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 79% of homes in Indianapolis 46221
  • Costs more per square foot than 84% of homes in Indianapolis 46221
  • Has a bigger lot than 68% of homes in Indianapolis 46221
  • Newer than 94% of homes in Indianapolis 46221

What homes are worth in Indianapolis 46221

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

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$66K$329K

This home is worth more than 79% of homes in Indianapolis 46221.

How it measures up in Indianapolis 46221

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Indianapolis 46221.

Estimated value$248,916
CheaperTypical $213,101Pricier

Pricier than 79% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$177
CheaperTypical $146Pricier

Pricier than 84% of homes nearby

Living area1,410 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,344 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 56% of homes nearby

Lot size0.25 ac
SmallerTypical 0.2 acBigger

Bigger than 68% of homes nearby

Year built2006
OlderTypical 1967Newer

Newer than 94% of homes nearby

How 5538 Dollar Forge Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeValley MillsIndianapolis 46221Marion County
Estimated valuepricier than$248,91669% of homes79% of homes58% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$17779% of homes84% of homes76% of homes
Living areabigger than1,410 ft²43% of homes56% of homes44% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.25 ac63% of homes68% of homes65% of homes
Year builtnewer than200692% of homes94% of homes94% of homes

About 5538 Dollar Forge Dr

How much is 5538 Dollar Forge Dr, Indianapolis, IN worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 5538 Dollar Forge Dr, Indianapolis, IN is $248,916 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $232,675 to $265,157. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 5538 Dollar Forge Dr, Indianapolis, IN last sell?

5538 Dollar Forge Dr, Indianapolis, IN last sold on May 10, 2006, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 5538 Dollar Forge Dr, Indianapolis, IN?

5538 Dollar Forge Dr, Indianapolis, IN has 3 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,410 square feet of living space and a 0.25-acre lot.

When was 5538 Dollar Forge Dr, Indianapolis, IN built?

5538 Dollar Forge Dr, Indianapolis, IN was built in 2006, making it 20 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 5538 Dollar Forge Dr, Indianapolis, IN?

5538 Dollar Forge Dr, Indianapolis, IN is assigned to Decatur Middle School (middle), rated D+; Decatur Central High School (high), rated D+; Stephen Decatur Elementary School (elementary), rated C+. All sit in Decatur Township Metropolitan School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 5538 Dollar Forge Dr, Indianapolis, IN compare to other homes in Indianapolis 46221?

Among the 9,621 homes in Indianapolis 46221, it is worth more than 79% of them ($248,916 against a typical $213,101), its price per square foot is higher than 84% of them ($177 against a typical $146), it is bigger than 56% of them (1,410 ft² against a typical 1,344 ft²), its lot is bigger than 68% of them (0.25 ac against a typical 0.2 ac) and it is newer than 94% of them (2006 against a typical 1967). Measured against all of Marion County, it is worth more than 58% 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 5538 Dollar Forge Dr, Indianapolis, IN?

The 2024 property tax bill for 5538 Dollar Forge Dr, Indianapolis, IN was $2,755. The county assessed it at $246,400.

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