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5871 S RAILROAD ST

STAR CITY, IN 46985
3
Beds
1
Baths
1,466 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.
0.19 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1890
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.

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$72 (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.$60,200 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$6,800
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$53,400
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$54,500
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$60,200

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.31
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
7
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
69
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.
6
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.

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
CountyPULASKI
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.1970
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.19
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.No Foundation
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Central
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Shed · 64 ft²

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

E
Eastern Pulaski Elementary SchoolB+
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 5.3 mi
M
Winamac Community Middle SchoolB
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 5.5 mi
H
Winamac Community High SchoolA
High · Grades 9–12 · 5.5 mi

District: Eastern Pulaski Community School Corporation

Neighborhood · ZIP 46985These 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.80
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.94
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.87%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.8.5%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.6.3%
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.1,207
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.18 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$71,479
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$82,590
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

5871 S Railroad 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.

  • Has a smaller lot than 79% of homes in Star City 46985
  • Older than 92% of homes in Pulaski County

How it measures up in Star City 46985

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Star City 46985.

Living area1,466 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,517 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 46% of homes nearby

Lot size0.19 ac
SmallerTypical 0.98 acBigger

Bigger than 21% of homes nearby

Year built1890
OlderTypical 1969Newer

Newer than 9% of homes nearby

How 5871 S Railroad St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeStar City 46985Pulaski County
Living areabigger than1,466 ft²46% of homes46% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.19 ac21% of homes22% of homes
Year builtnewer than18909% of homes8% of homes

About 5871 S Railroad St

When did 5871 S Railroad St, Star City, IN last sell?

5871 S Railroad St, Star City, IN last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 5871 S Railroad St, Star City, IN?

5871 S Railroad St, Star City, IN has 3 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,466 square feet of living space and a 0.19-acre lot.

When was 5871 S Railroad St, Star City, IN built?

5871 S Railroad St, Star City, IN was built in 1890, making it 136 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 5871 S Railroad St, Star City, IN?

5871 S Railroad St, Star City, IN is assigned to Eastern Pulaski Elementary School (elementary), rated B+; Winamac Community Middle School (middle), rated B; Winamac Community High School (high), rated A. All sit in Eastern Pulaski Community School Corporation. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 5871 S Railroad St, Star City, IN compare to other homes in Star City 46985?

Among the 780 homes in Star City 46985, it is bigger than 46% of them (1,466 ft² against a typical 1,517 ft²), its lot is bigger than 21% of them (0.19 ac against a typical 0.98 ac) and it is newer than 9% of them (1890 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 5871 S Railroad St, Star City, IN?

The 2025 property tax bill for 5871 S Railroad St, Star City, IN was $72. The county assessed it at $60,200.

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