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Last sold for $42,500,000 on Aug 6, 2026

5544 HAYES ST

MERRILLVILLE, IN 46410
0
Baths
159,134 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.
22 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1977
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.

Valuation

Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$42,500,000 · Aug 6, 2026

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$160,704 (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.$8,714,200 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$1,011,200
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$7,703,000
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$8,320,800
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$8,714,200

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.81 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.Apartments (Generic)
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.2017
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.22.00
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Brick
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.Yes
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Tennis courtPatio · 336 ft²

Transaction History(5)

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
Edgar L. Miller Elementary SchoolB-
Elementary · Grades PK–4 · 1.0 mi
H
Merrillville High SchoolD
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.1 mi
M
Pierce Middle SchoolC
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 2.3 mi

District: Merrillville Community School

Neighborhood · ZIP 46410These 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.105
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.113
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.35

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.94%
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.15%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.6%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.39,474
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.1,311 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$66,403
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$85,550
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%

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How this home compares

5544 Hayes 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.

  • Among the largest homes in Merrillville 46410
  • Among the largest lots in Merrillville 46410
  • Newer than 66% of homes in Merrillville 46410

How it measures up in Merrillville 46410

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Merrillville 46410.

Living area159,134 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,770 ft²Bigger

Bigger than almost all homes nearby

Lot size22 ac
SmallerTypical 0.25 acBigger

Bigger than almost all homes nearby

Year built1977
OlderTypical 1968Newer

Newer than 66% of homes nearby

How 5544 Hayes St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeMerrillville 46410Lake County
Living areabigger than159,134 ft²almost all homesalmost all homes
Lot sizebigger than22 acalmost all homesalmost all homes
Year builtnewer than197766% of homes65% of homes

About 5544 Hayes St

When did 5544 Hayes St, Merrillville, IN last sell?

5544 Hayes St, Merrillville, IN last sold on Aug 6, 2026 for $42,500,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 5544 Hayes St, Merrillville, IN?

5544 Hayes St, Merrillville, IN has 159,134 square feet of living space and a 22.00-acre lot.

When was 5544 Hayes St, Merrillville, IN built?

5544 Hayes St, Merrillville, IN was built in 1977, making it 49 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 5544 Hayes St, Merrillville, IN?

5544 Hayes St, Merrillville, IN is assigned to Edgar L. Miller Elementary School (elementary), rated B-; Merrillville High School (high), rated D; Pierce Middle School (middle), rated C. All sit in Merrillville Community School. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 5544 Hayes St, Merrillville, IN compare to other homes in Merrillville 46410?

Among the 11,917 homes in Merrillville 46410, it is bigger than almost all of them (159,134 ft² against a typical 1,770 ft²), its lot is bigger than almost all of them (22 ac against a typical 0.25 ac) and it is newer than 66% of them (1977 against a typical 1968). These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 5544 Hayes St, Merrillville, IN?

The 2024 property tax bill for 5544 Hayes St, Merrillville, IN was $160,704. The county assessed it at $8,714,200.

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