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$137,450$130 / 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 94How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Jul 14, 2026

609 E MERRITT ST

RENSSELAER, IN 47978
3
Beds
1
Baths
1,056 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.
0.22 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1976
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
6
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.
1
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$137K
$129K low$146K high
Est. Owner EquityRoughly how much of the home's value the owner would keep after paying off known loans. It is our estimate minus the loans still owed.$137,450
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$109,960

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$502 (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.$127,700 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$21,700
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$106,000
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$117,800
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$127,700

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.42
42
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
11
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
70
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
68
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.
Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.14 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.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.1990
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.22
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.Heat Pump
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

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

E
Rensselaer Central Primary School
Elementary · Grades PK–2 · 0.2 mi
M
Rensselaer Central Middle SchoolB+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.8 mi
H
Rensselaer Central High SchoolB-
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.0 mi

District: Rensselaer Central 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%

Ownership

OccupancyWhether the owner appears to live here or somewhere else. It is inferred from the mailing address on record.Owner occupied
Company ownedWhether the owner is a company or trust rather than a person.No

Data by ATTOM. Valuations are automated estimates, not appraisals. Photos from Google Street View and may not depict the current property state.

How this home compares

609 E Merritt 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 less than 91% of homes in Jasper County
  • Costs less per square foot than 75% of homes in Jasper County
  • Smaller than 89% of homes in Jasper County
  • Has a smaller lot than 88% of homes in Jasper County

What homes are worth in Rensselaer 47978

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

This home
$76K$593K

This home is worth more than 16% of homes in Rensselaer 47978.

How it measures up in Rensselaer 47978

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

Estimated value$137,450
CheaperTypical $226,732Pricier

Pricier than 16% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$130
CheaperTypical $139Pricier

Pricier than 41% of homes nearby

Living area1,056 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,664 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 14% of homes nearby

Lot size0.22 ac
SmallerTypical 0.58 acBigger

Bigger than 25% of homes nearby

Year built1976
OlderTypical 1970Newer

Newer than 61% of homes nearby

How 609 E Merritt St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeRensselaer 47978Jasper County
Estimated valuepricier than$137,45016% of homes9% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$13041% of homes25% of homes
Living areabigger than1,056 ft²14% of homes11% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.22 ac25% of homes12% of homes
Year builtnewer than197661% of homes44% of homes

About 609 E Merritt St

How much is 609 E Merritt St, Rensselaer, IN worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 609 E Merritt St, Rensselaer, IN is $137,450 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $129,135 to $145,765. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 609 E Merritt St, Rensselaer, IN last sell?

609 E Merritt St, Rensselaer, IN last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 609 E Merritt St, Rensselaer, IN?

609 E Merritt St, Rensselaer, IN has 3 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,056 square feet of living space and a 0.22-acre lot.

When was 609 E Merritt St, Rensselaer, IN built?

609 E Merritt St, Rensselaer, IN was built in 1976, making it 50 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 609 E Merritt St, Rensselaer, IN?

609 E Merritt St, Rensselaer, IN is assigned to Rensselaer Central Primary School (elementary); Rensselaer Central Middle School (middle), rated B+; Rensselaer Central High School (high), rated B-. All sit in Rensselaer Central School Corporation. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 609 E Merritt St, Rensselaer, IN compare to other homes in Rensselaer 47978?

Among the 4,177 homes in Rensselaer 47978, it is worth more than 16% of them ($137,450 against a typical $226,732), its price per square foot is higher than 41% of them ($130 against a typical $139), it is bigger than 14% of them (1,056 ft² against a typical 1,664 ft²), its lot is bigger than 25% of them (0.22 ac against a typical 0.58 ac) and it is newer than 61% of them (1976 against a typical 1970). Measured against all of Jasper County, it is worth more than 9% 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 609 E Merritt St, Rensselaer, IN?

The 2025 property tax bill for 609 E Merritt St, Rensselaer, IN was $502. The county assessed it at $127,700.

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