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$164,636$118 / 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 95How 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 W 59TH PL

MERRILLVILLE, IN 46410
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,394 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.
0.15 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1978
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
8
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

$165K
$156K low$174K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,425 (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.$135,600 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$29,400
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$106,200
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$137,300
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$135,600

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.0.15
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
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
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Shed · 120 ft²

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

E
Henry P. Fieler Elementary SchoolD+
Elementary · Grades PK–4 · 0.4 mi
H
Merrillville High SchoolD
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.4 mi
M
Pierce Middle SchoolC
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 1.6 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

861 W 59th 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 less than 92% of homes in Merrillville 46410
  • Costs less per square foot than 74% of homes in Merrillville 46410
  • Smaller than 71% of homes in Merrillville 46410
  • Has a smaller lot than 90% of homes in Merrillville 46410
  • Newer than 66% 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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$135K$436K

This home is worth more than 8% 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$164,636
CheaperTypical $237,160Pricier

Pricier than 8% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$118
CheaperTypical $143Pricier

Pricier than 26% of homes nearby

Living area1,394 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,747 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 29% of homes nearby

Lot size0.15 ac
SmallerTypical 0.24 acBigger

Bigger than 10% of homes nearby

Year built1978
OlderTypical 1967Newer

Newer than 66% of homes nearby

How 861 W 59th Pl ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeMerrillville 46410Lake County
Estimated valuepricier than$164,6368% of homes27% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$11826% of homes31% of homes
Living areabigger than1,394 ft²29% of homes33% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.15 ac10% of homes34% of homes
Year builtnewer than197866% of homes66% of homes

About 861 W 59th Pl

How much is 861 W 59th Pl, Merrillville, IN worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 861 W 59th Pl, Merrillville, IN is $164,636 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $155,615 to $173,657. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 861 W 59th Pl, Merrillville, IN last sell?

861 W 59th Pl, Merrillville, IN last sold on Aug 29, 1995, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 861 W 59th Pl, Merrillville, IN?

861 W 59th Pl, Merrillville, IN has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,394 square feet of living space and a 0.15-acre lot.

When was 861 W 59th Pl, Merrillville, IN built?

861 W 59th Pl, Merrillville, IN was built in 1978, making it 48 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 861 W 59th Pl, Merrillville, IN?

861 W 59th Pl, Merrillville, IN is assigned to Henry P. Fieler Elementary School (elementary), rated D+; Merrillville High School (high), rated D; Pierce Middle School (middle), rated C. All sit in Merrillville Community School. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 861 W 59th Pl, Merrillville, IN compare to other homes in Merrillville 46410?

Among the 11,921 homes in Merrillville 46410, it is worth more than 8% of them ($164,636 against a typical $237,160), its price per square foot is higher than 26% of them ($118 against a typical $143), it is bigger than 29% of them (1,394 ft² against a typical 1,747 ft²), its lot is bigger than 10% of them (0.15 ac against a typical 0.24 ac) and it is newer than 66% of them (1978 against a typical 1967). Measured against all of Lake County, it is worth more than 27% 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 W 59th Pl, Merrillville, IN?

The 2024 property tax bill for 861 W 59th Pl, Merrillville, IN was $1,425. The county assessed it at $135,600.

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