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$418,491$91 / 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 97How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Sep 24, 2026

7248 FOREST AVE

HAMMOND, IN 46324
4
Beds
3
Baths
4,617 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.
0.58 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1952
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
3
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
11
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

$418K
$406K low$431K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$5,615 (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.$457,700 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$62,200
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$395,500
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$434,500
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$457,700

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.17 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.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.Single Family Residence
CountyLake
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.1985
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.58
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Masonry/Concrete Masonry Units (Cmus)
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.Yes

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

E
Thomas A. Edison Elementary SchoolD-
Elementary · Grades PK–6 · 0.8 mi
M
Henry W. Eggers Middle SchoolD-
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 1.8 mi
H
Hammond Central High School
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.8 mi

District: Hammond School City

Neighborhood · ZIP 46324These 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.95
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.105
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.41

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.12%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.13%
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.22,887
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.5,203 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$60,050
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$74,705
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

7248 Forest Ave 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.

  • Among the most valuable homes in Hammond 46324
  • Costs less per square foot than 87% of homes in Hammond 46324
  • Among the largest homes in Hammond 46324
  • Among the largest lots in Hammond 46324
  • Newer than 69% of homes in Hammond 46324

What homes are worth in Hammond 46324

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

This home
$94K$303K

This home is worth more than almost all homes in Hammond 46324.

How it measures up in Hammond 46324

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Hammond 46324.

Estimated value$418,491
CheaperTypical $181,594Pricier

Pricier than almost all homes nearby

Price per ft²$91
CheaperTypical $144Pricier

Pricier than 13% of homes nearby

Living area4,617 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,288 ft²Bigger

Bigger than almost all homes nearby

Lot size0.58 ac
SmallerTypical 0.14 acBigger

Bigger than almost all homes nearby

Year built1952
OlderTypical 1947Newer

Newer than 69% of homes nearby

How 7248 Forest Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeHammond 46324Lake County
Estimated valuepricier than$418,491almost all homes85% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$9113% of homes20% of homes
Living areabigger than4,617 ft²almost all homes96% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.58 acalmost all homes90% of homes
Year builtnewer than195269% of homes32% of homes

About 7248 Forest Ave

How much is 7248 Forest Ave, Hammond, IN worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 7248 Forest Ave, Hammond, IN is $418,491 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $406,015 to $430,967. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 7248 Forest Ave, Hammond, IN last sell?

7248 Forest Ave, Hammond, IN last sold on Jan 31, 1977, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 7248 Forest Ave, Hammond, IN?

7248 Forest Ave, Hammond, IN has 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 4,617 square feet of living space and a 0.58-acre lot.

When was 7248 Forest Ave, Hammond, IN built?

7248 Forest Ave, Hammond, IN was built in 1952, making it 74 years old. The building has 3 stories.

What schools serve 7248 Forest Ave, Hammond, IN?

7248 Forest Ave, Hammond, IN is assigned to Thomas A. Edison Elementary School (elementary), rated D-; Henry W. Eggers Middle School (middle), rated D-; Hammond Central High School (high). All sit in Hammond School City. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 7248 Forest Ave, Hammond, IN compare to other homes in Hammond 46324?

Among the 7,707 homes in Hammond 46324, it is worth more than almost all of them ($418,491 against a typical $181,594), its price per square foot is higher than 13% of them ($91 against a typical $144), it is bigger than almost all of them (4,617 ft² against a typical 1,288 ft²), its lot is bigger than almost all of them (0.58 ac against a typical 0.14 ac) and it is newer than 69% of them (1952 against a typical 1947). Measured against all of Lake County, it is worth more than 85% 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 7248 Forest Ave, Hammond, IN?

The 2024 property tax bill for 7248 Forest Ave, Hammond, IN was $5,615. The county assessed it at $457,700.

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