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Last sold for $347,462 on Apr 29, 2025

5538 W 550 N

RENSSELAER, IN 47978
2
Beds
1
Baths
1,081 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.
9.09 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1953
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
7
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$347,462 · Apr 29, 2025

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$934 (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.$206,900 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$66,700
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$140,200
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$199,700
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$206,900

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.37
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
21
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
68
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
75
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
23
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
CountyJASPER
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.1980
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.9.09
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Wood (Unspecified)
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Central
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.Above-Ground Pool

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
Kankakee Valley High SchoolA-
High · Grades 9–12 · 6.6 mi
M
Kankakee Valley Middle SchoolB-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 6.6 mi
E
Demotte Elementary SchoolB+
Elementary · Grades PK–3 · 7.2 mi

District: Kankakee Valley School Corporation

Neighborhood · ZIP 47978These 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.131
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 100.30

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.12%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.6.9%
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.11,107
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.43 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$74,503
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$84,542
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

5538 W 550 N 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.

  • Smaller than 88% of homes in Jasper County
  • Has a bigger lot than 90% of homes in Jasper County
  • Older than 78% of homes in Jasper County

How it measures up in Rensselaer 47978

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Rensselaer 47978.

Living area1,081 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,662 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 15% of homes nearby

Lot size9.09 ac
SmallerTypical 0.6 acBigger

Bigger than 87% of homes nearby

Year built1953
OlderTypical 1969Newer

Newer than 35% of homes nearby

How 5538 W 550 N ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeRensselaer 47978Jasper County
Living areabigger than1,081 ft²15% of homes12% of homes
Lot sizebigger than9.09 ac87% of homes90% of homes
Year builtnewer than195335% of homes22% of homes

About 5538 W 550 N

When did 5538 W 550 N, Rensselaer, IN last sell?

5538 W 550 N, Rensselaer, IN last sold on Apr 29, 2025 for $347,462, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 5538 W 550 N, Rensselaer, IN?

5538 W 550 N, Rensselaer, IN has 2 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,081 square feet of living space and a 9.09-acre lot.

When was 5538 W 550 N, Rensselaer, IN built?

5538 W 550 N, Rensselaer, IN was built in 1953, making it 73 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 5538 W 550 N, Rensselaer, IN?

5538 W 550 N, Rensselaer, IN is assigned to Kankakee Valley High School (high), rated A-; Kankakee Valley Middle School (middle), rated B-; Demotte Elementary School (elementary), rated B+. All sit in Kankakee Valley School Corporation. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 5538 W 550 N, Rensselaer, IN compare to other homes in Rensselaer 47978?

Among the 4,177 homes in Rensselaer 47978, it is bigger than 15% of them (1,081 ft² against a typical 1,662 ft²), its lot is bigger than 87% of them (9.09 ac against a typical 0.6 ac) and it is newer than 35% of them (1953 against a typical 1969). 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 W 550 N, Rensselaer, IN?

The 2025 property tax bill for 5538 W 550 N, Rensselaer, IN was $934. The county assessed it at $206,900.

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