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$378,244$243 / 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 92How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Oct 21, 2026
Last sold for $180,000 on Jul 3, 2014

5581 N MEXICO RIDGE RD

CROSS PLAINS, IN 47017
2
Beds
1
Baths
1,554 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.
14 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1987
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.
4
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$378K
$348K low$408K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$180,000 · Jul 3, 2014

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,253 (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.$185,200 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$55,000
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$130,200
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$170,900
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$185,200

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.58
90
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
18
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
82
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
91
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
13
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.
Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.197 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.51%
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.1 percent flood zone

Scores 0–100; higher = greater projected risk.

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Rural Residence
CountyOHIO
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.14.00
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.Metal
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Detached
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(3)

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.

M
Ohio County Middle SchoolC+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 14.0 mi
E
Ohio County Elementary SchoolC
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 14.0 mi
H
Rising Sun High School
High · Grades 9–12 · 14.1 mi

District: Rising Sun-Ohio County Community Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 47017These 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.54
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.200
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.36

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.87%
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.8.4%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.1%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.575
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.33 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$85,690
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$110,244
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.53°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.45 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.59%

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How this home compares

5581 N Mexico Ridge 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 more than 74% of homes in Cross Plains 47017
  • Costs more per square foot than 81% of homes in Cross Plains 47017
  • Has a bigger lot than 80% of homes in Ohio County

What homes are worth in Cross Plains 47017

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

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$75K$691K

This home is worth more than 74% of homes in Cross Plains 47017.

How it measures up in Cross Plains 47017

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Cross Plains 47017.

Estimated value$378,244
CheaperTypical $261,142Pricier

Pricier than 74% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$243
CheaperTypical $164Pricier

Pricier than 81% of homes nearby

Living area1,554 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,536 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 52% of homes nearby

Lot size14 ac
SmallerTypical 5.48 acBigger

Bigger than 64% of homes nearby

Year built1987
OlderTypical 1974Newer

Newer than 59% of homes nearby

How 5581 N Mexico Ridge Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeCross Plains 47017Ohio County
Estimated valuepricier than$378,24474% of homes69% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$24381% of homes78% of homes
Living areabigger than1,554 ft²52% of homes48% of homes
Lot sizebigger than14 ac64% of homes80% of homes
Year builtnewer than198759% of homes57% of homes

About 5581 N Mexico Ridge Rd

How much is 5581 N Mexico Ridge Rd, Cross Plains, IN worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 5581 N Mexico Ridge Rd, Cross Plains, IN is $378,244 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $348,102 to $408,386. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 5581 N Mexico Ridge Rd, Cross Plains, IN last sell?

5581 N Mexico Ridge Rd, Cross Plains, IN last sold on Jul 3, 2014 for $180,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 5581 N Mexico Ridge Rd, Cross Plains, IN?

5581 N Mexico Ridge Rd, Cross Plains, IN has 2 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,554 square feet of living space and a 14.00-acre lot.

When was 5581 N Mexico Ridge Rd, Cross Plains, IN built?

5581 N Mexico Ridge Rd, Cross Plains, IN was built in 1987, making it 39 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 5581 N Mexico Ridge Rd, Cross Plains, IN?

5581 N Mexico Ridge Rd, Cross Plains, IN is assigned to Ohio County Middle School (middle), rated C+; Ohio County Elementary School (elementary), rated C; Rising Sun High School (high). All sit in Rising Sun-Ohio County Community Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 5581 N Mexico Ridge Rd, Cross Plains, IN compare to other homes in Cross Plains 47017?

Among the 293 homes in Cross Plains 47017, it is worth more than 74% of them ($378,244 against a typical $261,142), its price per square foot is higher than 81% of them ($243 against a typical $164), it is bigger than 52% of them (1,554 ft² against a typical 1,536 ft²), its lot is bigger than 64% of them (14 ac against a typical 5.48 ac) and it is newer than 59% of them (1987 against a typical 1974). Measured against all of Ohio County, it is worth more than 69% 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 5581 N Mexico Ridge Rd, Cross Plains, IN?

The 2025 property tax bill for 5581 N Mexico Ridge Rd, Cross Plains, IN was $1,253. The county assessed it at $185,200.

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