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$267,093$59 / 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 96How 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
Last sold for $134,300 on Dec 7, 2009

6478 ELLSWORTH PL

MERRILLVILLE, IN 46410
3
Beds
2.5
Baths
4,492 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.
0.21 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1973
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
10
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

$267K
$257K low$277K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$134,300 · Dec 7, 2009
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.$150,484
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$120,387
Loan-to-ValueHow much is still owed on the home compared to what it is worth. 80% means loans equal 80% of our estimate, so it shifts when the estimate does.45%
1st MortgageA loan still believed to be open on this home, in the order lenders get repaid. The first position is paid back before the second.$116,609
WELLS FARGO BK · 4.75% · recorded Jan 10, 2019

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,557 (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.$220,300 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$37,300
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$183,000
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$218,400
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$220,300

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.4 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
CountyLAKE
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.21
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Masonry/Concrete Masonry Units (Cmus)
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
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
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

Transaction History(1)

Sales and refinances filed with the county for this home. Not every transfer is a normal sale, so check the type before comparing prices.

Foreclosure Filings(6)

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 · 0.7 mi
M
Pierce Middle SchoolC
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 2.1 mi
H
Merrillville High SchoolD
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.1 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%

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

6478 Ellsworth Pl 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 69% of homes in Merrillville 46410
  • Among the lowest price per square foot in Merrillville 46410
  • Bigger than 96% of homes in Merrillville 46410
  • Has a smaller lot than 65% of homes in Merrillville 46410

What homes are worth in Merrillville 46410

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

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$131K$429K

This home is worth more than 69% 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.

Estimated value$267,093
CheaperTypical $238,282Pricier

Pricier than 69% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$59
CheaperTypical $145Pricier

Cheaper than almost all homes nearby

Living area4,492 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,716 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 96% of homes nearby

Lot size0.21 ac
SmallerTypical 0.25 acBigger

Bigger than 35% of homes nearby

Year built1973
OlderTypical 1967Newer

Newer than 62% of homes nearby

How 6478 Ellsworth Pl ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeMerrillville 46410Lake County
Estimated valuepricier than$267,09369% of homes55% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$59almost no homes9% of homes
Living areabigger than4,492 ft²96% of homes96% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.21 ac35% of homes55% of homes
Year builtnewer than197362% of homes61% of homes

About 6478 Ellsworth Pl

How much is 6478 Ellsworth Pl, Merrillville, IN worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 6478 Ellsworth Pl, Merrillville, IN is $267,093 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $257,085 to $277,101. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 6478 Ellsworth Pl, Merrillville, IN last sell?

6478 Ellsworth Pl, Merrillville, IN last sold on Dec 7, 2009 for $134,300, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 6478 Ellsworth Pl, Merrillville, IN?

6478 Ellsworth Pl, Merrillville, IN has 3 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, 4,492 square feet of living space and a 0.21-acre lot.

When was 6478 Ellsworth Pl, Merrillville, IN built?

6478 Ellsworth Pl, Merrillville, IN was built in 1973, making it 53 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 6478 Ellsworth Pl, Merrillville, IN?

6478 Ellsworth Pl, Merrillville, IN is assigned to Edgar L. Miller Elementary School (elementary), rated B-; Pierce Middle School (middle), rated C; Merrillville High School (high), rated D. All sit in Merrillville Community School. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 6478 Ellsworth Pl, Merrillville, IN compare to other homes in Merrillville 46410?

Among the 11,929 homes in Merrillville 46410, it is worth more than 69% of them ($267,093 against a typical $238,282), its price per square foot is higher than almost none of them ($59 against a typical $145), it is bigger than 96% of them (4,492 ft² against a typical 1,716 ft²), its lot is bigger than 35% of them (0.21 ac against a typical 0.25 ac) and it is newer than 62% of them (1973 against a typical 1967). Measured against all of Lake County, it is worth more than 55% 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 6478 Ellsworth Pl, Merrillville, IN?

The 2024 property tax bill for 6478 Ellsworth Pl, Merrillville, IN was $2,557. The county assessed it at $220,300.

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