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$598,422$197 / 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 93How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Oct 21, 2026
Last sold for $472,500 on Mar 10, 2020

8738 LANTERN FOREST CT

INDIANAPOLIS, IN 46256
3 / 1
Baths
3,038 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.
0.82 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1999
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
3
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$598K
$556K low$640K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$472,500 · Mar 10, 2020

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$5,671 (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.$515,200 (2024)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$100,300
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$414,900
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$515,200
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$515,200

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.64 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
CountyMarion
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.82
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
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(3)

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
Crestview Elementary SchoolC-
Elementary · Grades 1–6 · 1.1 mi
H
Lawrence North High School
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.1 mi
M
Fall Creek Valley Middle SchoolC
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 1.7 mi

District: Lawrence Township Metropolitan School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 46256These 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.47
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.109
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.30

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.95%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.35%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.3.7%
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.20,922
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.1,893 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$100,020
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$121,427
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.51°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.41 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.55%

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How this home compares

8738 Lantern Forest 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.

  • Worth more than 97% of homes in Marion County
  • Costs more per square foot than 87% of homes in Marion County
  • Bigger than 94% of homes in Marion County
  • Has a bigger lot than 95% of homes in Marion County
  • Newer than 96% of homes in I-69/Fall Creek

What homes are worth in Indianapolis 46256

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

This home
$178K$1.1M

This home is worth more than 88% of homes in Indianapolis 46256.

How it measures up in Indianapolis 46256

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Indianapolis 46256.

Estimated value$598,422
CheaperTypical $350,002Pricier

Pricier than 88% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$197
CheaperTypical $178Pricier

Pricier than 74% of homes nearby

Living area3,038 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,096 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 84% of homes nearby

Lot size0.82 ac
SmallerTypical 0.36 acBigger

Bigger than 91% of homes nearby

Year built1999
OlderTypical 1985Newer

Newer than 94% of homes nearby

How 8738 Lantern Forest Ct ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeI-69/Fall CreekIndianapolis 46256Marion County
Estimated valuepricier than$598,42295% of homes88% of homes97% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$19780% of homes74% of homes87% of homes
Living areabigger than3,038 ft²91% of homes84% of homes94% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.82 ac92% of homes91% of homes95% of homes
Year builtnewer than199996% of homes94% of homes84% of homes

About 8738 Lantern Forest Ct

How much is 8738 Lantern Forest Ct, Indianapolis, IN worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 8738 Lantern Forest Ct, Indianapolis, IN is $598,422 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $556,379 to $640,465. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 8738 Lantern Forest Ct, Indianapolis, IN last sell?

8738 Lantern Forest Ct, Indianapolis, IN last sold on Mar 10, 2020 for $472,500, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 8738 Lantern Forest Ct, Indianapolis, IN?

8738 Lantern Forest Ct, Indianapolis, IN has 3 bathrooms, 3,038 square feet of living space and a 0.82-acre lot.

When was 8738 Lantern Forest Ct, Indianapolis, IN built?

8738 Lantern Forest Ct, Indianapolis, IN was built in 1999, making it 27 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 8738 Lantern Forest Ct, Indianapolis, IN?

8738 Lantern Forest Ct, Indianapolis, IN is assigned to Crestview Elementary School (elementary), rated C-; Lawrence North High School (high); Fall Creek Valley Middle School (middle), rated C. All sit in Lawrence Township Metropolitan School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 8738 Lantern Forest Ct, Indianapolis, IN compare to other homes in Indianapolis 46256?

Among the 8,150 homes in Indianapolis 46256, it is worth more than 88% of them ($598,422 against a typical $350,002), its price per square foot is higher than 74% of them ($197 against a typical $178), it is bigger than 84% of them (3,038 ft² against a typical 2,096 ft²), its lot is bigger than 91% of them (0.82 ac against a typical 0.36 ac) and it is newer than 94% of them (1999 against a typical 1985). Measured against all of Marion County, it is worth more than 97% 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 8738 Lantern Forest Ct, Indianapolis, IN?

The 2024 property tax bill for 8738 Lantern Forest Ct, Indianapolis, IN was $5,671. The county assessed it at $515,200.

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