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$304,845$119 / 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 89How 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

861 FOREST AVE

SOUTH BEND, IN 46616
3
Beds
2
Baths
2,572 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.
0.14 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1902
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
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.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$305K
$273K low$337K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,896 (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.$252,600 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$18,200
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$234,400
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$242,000
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$252,600

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
CountySt. Joseph
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.1960
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.14
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.Mat/Raft Foundation (Slab)
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

Transaction History(5)

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
Madison STEAM AcademyC
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.3 mi
H
Riley High SchoolD+
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.4 mi
M
Jackson Traditional SchoolC-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 4.6 mi

District: South Bend Community School Corporation

Neighborhood · ZIP 46616These 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.117
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.92
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.28

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.86%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.13%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.20%
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.6,453
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.3,249 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$49,976
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$64,727
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.50°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.40 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

861 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.

  • Worth more than 95% of homes in South Bend 46616
  • Costs more per square foot than 73% of homes in Near Northwest
  • Bigger than 94% of homes in South Bend 46616
  • Has a smaller lot than 76% of homes in St. Joseph County
  • Older than 95% of homes in St. Joseph County

What homes are worth in South Bend 46616

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

This home
$51K$376K

This home is worth more than 95% of homes in South Bend 46616.

How it measures up in South Bend 46616

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in South Bend 46616.

Estimated value$304,845
CheaperTypical $135,178Pricier

Pricier than 95% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$119
CheaperTypical $103Pricier

Pricier than 65% of homes nearby

Living area2,572 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,392 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 94% of homes nearby

Lot size0.14 ac
SmallerTypical 0.13 acBigger

Bigger than 57% of homes nearby

Year built1902
OlderTypical 1927Newer

Newer than 18% of homes nearby

How 861 Forest Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeNear NorthwestSouth Bend 46616St. Joseph County
Estimated valuepricier than$304,84592% of homes95% of homes73% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$11973% of homes65% of homes27% of homes
Living areabigger than2,572 ft²91% of homes94% of homes92% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.14 ac70% of homes57% of homes24% of homes
Year builtnewer than190230% of homes18% of homes5% of homes

About 861 Forest Ave

How much is 861 Forest Ave, South Bend, IN worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 861 Forest Ave, South Bend, IN is $304,845 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $272,708 to $336,982. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 861 Forest Ave, South Bend, IN last sell?

861 Forest Ave, South Bend, IN last sold on Jun 4, 2018, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 861 Forest Ave, South Bend, IN?

861 Forest Ave, South Bend, IN has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 2,572 square feet of living space and a 0.14-acre lot.

When was 861 Forest Ave, South Bend, IN built?

861 Forest Ave, South Bend, IN was built in 1902, making it 124 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 861 Forest Ave, South Bend, IN?

861 Forest Ave, South Bend, IN is assigned to Madison STEAM Academy (elementary), rated C; Riley High School (high), rated D+; Jackson Traditional School (middle), rated C-. All sit in South Bend Community School Corporation. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 861 Forest Ave, South Bend, IN compare to other homes in South Bend 46616?

Among the 2,389 homes in South Bend 46616, it is worth more than 95% of them ($304,845 against a typical $135,178), its price per square foot is higher than 65% of them ($119 against a typical $103), it is bigger than 94% of them (2,572 ft² against a typical 1,392 ft²), its lot is bigger than 57% of them (0.14 ac against a typical 0.13 ac) and it is newer than 18% of them (1902 against a typical 1927). Measured against all of St. Joseph County, it is worth more than 73% 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 861 Forest Ave, South Bend, IN?

The 2024 property tax bill for 861 Forest Ave, South Bend, IN was $2,896. The county assessed it at $252,600.

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