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$254,080$196 / 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 79How 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

8897 STATE ROAD 135 S

FREETOWN, IN 47235
2
Beds
2
Baths
1,296 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.
3.62 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1990
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
5
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.

Valuation

$254K
$200K low$308K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$761 (2025)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$243,200 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$59,700
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$183,500
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$224,600
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$243,200

Climate Risk

Overall riskThe average of the five hazard scores below, on a 0 to 100 scale. Higher means greater projected risk over the coming decades.49
43
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
18
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
78
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
88
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
19
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.
Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.10 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.30%

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
CountyBROWN
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.3.62
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.Yes
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Shed · 192 ft²

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

E
Van Buren Elementary SchoolC+
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 4.9 mi
H
Brown County High School
High · Grades 9–12 · 10.9 mi
M
Brown County Middle SchoolC
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 11.0 mi

District: Brown County County School Corporation

Neighborhood · ZIP 47235These 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.149
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.103
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.51

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.91%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.19%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.8.1%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.1%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.949
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.26 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$63,997
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$86,622
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.54°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.45 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.58%

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How this home compares

8897 State Road 135 S 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 75% of homes in Brown County
  • Costs more per square foot than 72% of homes in Freetown 47235

What homes are worth in Freetown 47235

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

This home
$66K$675K

This home is worth more than 58% of homes in Freetown 47235.

How it measures up in Freetown 47235

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Freetown 47235.

Estimated value$254,080
CheaperTypical $228,079Pricier

Pricier than 58% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$196
CheaperTypical $151Pricier

Pricier than 72% of homes nearby

Living area1,296 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,404 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 43% of homes nearby

Lot size3.62 ac
SmallerTypical 3.35 acBigger

Bigger than 51% of homes nearby

Year built1990
OlderTypical 1985Newer

Newer than 58% of homes nearby

How 8897 State Road 135 S ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeFreetown 47235Brown County
Estimated valuepricier than$254,08058% of homes25% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$19672% of homes34% of homes
Living areabigger than1,296 ft²43% of homes40% of homes
Lot sizebigger than3.62 ac51% of homes56% of homes
Year builtnewer than199058% of homes64% of homes

About 8897 State Road 135 S

How much is 8897 State Road 135 S, Freetown, IN worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 8897 State Road 135 S, Freetown, IN is $254,080 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $200,272 to $307,888. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 8897 State Road 135 S, Freetown, IN last sell?

8897 State Road 135 S, Freetown, IN last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 8897 State Road 135 S, Freetown, IN?

8897 State Road 135 S, Freetown, IN has 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,296 square feet of living space and a 3.62-acre lot.

When was 8897 State Road 135 S, Freetown, IN built?

8897 State Road 135 S, Freetown, IN was built in 1990, making it 36 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 8897 State Road 135 S, Freetown, IN?

8897 State Road 135 S, Freetown, IN is assigned to Van Buren Elementary School (elementary), rated C+; Brown County High School (high); Brown County Middle School (middle), rated C. All sit in Brown County County School Corporation. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 8897 State Road 135 S, Freetown, IN compare to other homes in Freetown 47235?

Among the 857 homes in Freetown 47235, it is worth more than 58% of them ($254,080 against a typical $228,079), its price per square foot is higher than 72% of them ($196 against a typical $151), it is bigger than 43% of them (1,296 ft² against a typical 1,404 ft²), its lot is bigger than 51% of them (3.62 ac against a typical 3.35 ac) and it is newer than 58% of them (1990 against a typical 1985). Measured against all of Brown County, it is worth more than 25% 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 8897 State Road 135 S, Freetown, IN?

The 2025 property tax bill for 8897 State Road 135 S, Freetown, IN was $761. The county assessed it at $243,200.

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