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$220,969$144 / 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 Aug 30, 2026
Last sold for $205,000 on May 3, 2023

8226 ELLSWORTH CT

MERRILLVILLE, IN 46410
3
Beds
1
Baths
1,536 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.
0.28 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1941
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
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.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$221K
$211K low$231K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$205,000 · May 3, 2023

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,347 (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.$207,100 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$28,700
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$178,400
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$205,500
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$207,100

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.1990
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.28
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Wood (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.Central
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Detached
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Patio · 192 ft²

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.

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

E
Jonas E. Salk Elementary SchoolC+
Elementary · Grades PK–4 · 0.7 mi
M
Pierce Middle SchoolC
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 2.4 mi
H
Merrillville High SchoolD
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.7 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%

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How this home compares

8226 Ellsworth Ct 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 bigger lot than 73% of homes in Lake County
  • Older than 93% 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.

This home
$135K$436K

This home is worth more than 39% 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$220,969
CheaperTypical $236,661Pricier

Pricier than 39% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$144
CheaperTypical $143Pricier

Pricier than 51% of homes nearby

Living area1,536 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,740 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 37% of homes nearby

Lot size0.28 ac
SmallerTypical 0.25 acBigger

Bigger than 63% of homes nearby

Year built1941
OlderTypical 1967Newer

Newer than 7% of homes nearby

How 8226 Ellsworth Ct ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeMerrillville 46410Lake County
Estimated valuepricier than$220,96939% of homes42% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$14451% of homes43% of homes
Living areabigger than1,536 ft²37% of homes40% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.28 ac63% of homes73% of homes
Year builtnewer than19417% of homes21% of homes

About 8226 Ellsworth Ct

How much is 8226 Ellsworth Ct, Merrillville, IN worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 8226 Ellsworth Ct, Merrillville, IN is $220,969 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $211,385 to $230,553. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 8226 Ellsworth Ct, Merrillville, IN last sell?

8226 Ellsworth Ct, Merrillville, IN last sold on May 3, 2023 for $205,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 8226 Ellsworth Ct, Merrillville, IN?

8226 Ellsworth Ct, Merrillville, IN has 3 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,536 square feet of living space and a 0.28-acre lot.

When was 8226 Ellsworth Ct, Merrillville, IN built?

8226 Ellsworth Ct, Merrillville, IN was built in 1941, making it 85 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 8226 Ellsworth Ct, Merrillville, IN?

8226 Ellsworth Ct, Merrillville, IN is assigned to Jonas E. Salk Elementary School (elementary), rated C+; 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 8226 Ellsworth Ct, Merrillville, IN compare to other homes in Merrillville 46410?

Among the 11,923 homes in Merrillville 46410, it is worth more than 39% of them ($220,969 against a typical $236,661), its price per square foot is higher than 51% of them ($144 against a typical $143), it is bigger than 37% of them (1,536 ft² against a typical 1,740 ft²), its lot is bigger than 63% of them (0.28 ac against a typical 0.25 ac) and it is newer than 7% of them (1941 against a typical 1967). Measured against all of Lake County, it is worth more than 42% 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 8226 Ellsworth Ct, Merrillville, IN?

The 2024 property tax bill for 8226 Ellsworth Ct, Merrillville, IN was $2,347. The county assessed it at $207,100.

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