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$295,000$238 / 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 78How 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
Last sold for $287,850 on Sep 14, 2026

55818 MERLE ST

ELKHART, IN 46514
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,242 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.
1.07 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1961
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
9
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

$295K
$231K low$359K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$287,850 · Sep 14, 2026

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,240 (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.$162,400 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$15,600
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$146,800
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$151,100
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$162,400

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
CountyELKHART
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.1.07
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (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.Yes
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
ViewThe type of view from the property, or another feature of the site that affects value.Extra Front
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Shed · 120 ft²Patio · 147 ft²Porch · 390 ft²

Transaction History(2)

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
Elkhart High SchoolD-
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.2 mi
M
West Side Middle SchoolC+
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 2.5 mi
E
Cleveland Elementary SchoolC
Elementary · Grades KG–6 · 2.5 mi

District: Elkhart Community Schools

Neighborhood · ZIP 46514These 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.113
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.91
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.28

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.13%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.14%
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.43,282
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.1,071 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$64,821
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$80,622
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

55818 Merle 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.

  • Worth more than 72% of homes in Elkhart 46514
  • Costs more per square foot than 93% of homes in Elkhart 46514
  • Smaller than 73% of homes in Elkhart County
  • Has a bigger lot than 92% of homes in Elkhart 46514

What homes are worth in Elkhart 46514

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

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$88K$708K

This home is worth more than 72% of homes in Elkhart 46514.

How it measures up in Elkhart 46514

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Elkhart 46514.

Estimated value$295,000
CheaperTypical $231,614Pricier

Pricier than 72% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$238
CheaperTypical $150Pricier

Pricier than 93% of homes nearby

Living area1,242 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,492 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 31% of homes nearby

Lot size1.07 ac
SmallerTypical 0.36 acBigger

Bigger than 92% of homes nearby

Year built1961
OlderTypical 1969Newer

Newer than 39% of homes nearby

How 55818 Merle St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeElkhart 46514Elkhart County
Estimated valuepricier than$295,00072% of homes64% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$23893% of homes90% of homes
Living areabigger than1,242 ft²31% of homes27% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1.07 ac92% of homes82% of homes
Year builtnewer than196139% of homes37% of homes

About 55818 Merle St

How much is 55818 Merle St, Elkhart, IN worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 55818 Merle St, Elkhart, IN is $295,000 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $231,362 to $358,638. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 55818 Merle St, Elkhart, IN last sell?

55818 Merle St, Elkhart, IN last sold on Sep 14, 2026 for $287,850, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 55818 Merle St, Elkhart, IN?

55818 Merle St, Elkhart, IN has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,242 square feet of living space and a 1.07-acre lot.

When was 55818 Merle St, Elkhart, IN built?

55818 Merle St, Elkhart, IN was built in 1961, making it 65 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 55818 Merle St, Elkhart, IN?

55818 Merle St, Elkhart, IN is assigned to Elkhart High School (high), rated D-; West Side Middle School (middle), rated C+; Cleveland Elementary School (elementary), rated C. All sit in Elkhart Community Schools. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 55818 Merle St, Elkhart, IN compare to other homes in Elkhart 46514?

Among the 13,836 homes in Elkhart 46514, it is worth more than 72% of them ($295,000 against a typical $231,614), its price per square foot is higher than 93% of them ($238 against a typical $150), it is bigger than 31% of them (1,242 ft² against a typical 1,492 ft²), its lot is bigger than 92% of them (1.07 ac against a typical 0.36 ac) and it is newer than 39% of them (1961 against a typical 1969). Measured against all of Elkhart County, it is worth more than 64% 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 55818 Merle St, Elkhart, IN?

The 2024 property tax bill for 55818 Merle St, Elkhart, IN was $1,240. The county assessed it at $162,400.

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