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$586,394$263 / 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 Sep 24, 2026

893 DICKENS LN

VALPARAISO, IN 46383
5
Beds
3 / 1
Baths
2,228 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.
0.36 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
2008
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
10
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.
3
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$586K
$560K low$612K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$4,564 (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.$489,900 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$73,500
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$416,400
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$489,900
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$489,900

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.42 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
CountyPorter
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.36
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Masonry/Concrete Masonry Units (Cmus)
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

Transaction History(2)

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
Liberty Elementary SchoolA-
Elementary · Grades KG–4 · 1.0 mi
M
Liberty Intermediate/Middle SchoolA
Middle · Grades 5–8 · 1.1 mi
H
Chesterton High SchoolA
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.8 mi

District: Duneland School Corporation

Neighborhood · ZIP 46383These 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.113
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.116
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.34

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.24%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.8.3%
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.40,535
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.462 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$75,965
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$94,528
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.49°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

893 Dickens Ln 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 91% of homes in Porter County
  • Costs more per square foot than 91% of homes in Porter County
  • Bigger than 69% of homes in Porter County
  • Newer than 90% of homes in Valparaiso 46383

What homes are worth in Valparaiso 46383

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

This home
$171K$827K

This home is worth more than 90% of homes in Valparaiso 46383.

How it measures up in Valparaiso 46383

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Valparaiso 46383.

Estimated value$586,394
CheaperTypical $350,631Pricier

Pricier than 90% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$263
CheaperTypical $199Pricier

Pricier than 90% of homes nearby

Living area2,228 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,900 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 67% of homes nearby

Lot size0.36 ac
SmallerTypical 0.31 acBigger

Bigger than 54% of homes nearby

Year built2008
OlderTypical 1979Newer

Newer than 90% of homes nearby

How 893 Dickens Ln ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeValparaiso 46383Porter County
Estimated valuepricier than$586,39490% of homes91% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$26390% of homes91% of homes
Living areabigger than2,228 ft²67% of homes69% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.36 ac54% of homes57% of homes
Year builtnewer than200890% of homes88% of homes

About 893 Dickens Ln

How much is 893 Dickens Ln, Valparaiso, IN worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 893 Dickens Ln, Valparaiso, IN is $586,394 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $560,497 to $612,291. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 893 Dickens Ln, Valparaiso, IN last sell?

893 Dickens Ln, Valparaiso, IN last sold on Apr 18, 2016, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 893 Dickens Ln, Valparaiso, IN?

893 Dickens Ln, Valparaiso, IN has 5 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 2,228 square feet of living space and a 0.36-acre lot.

When was 893 Dickens Ln, Valparaiso, IN built?

893 Dickens Ln, Valparaiso, IN was built in 2008, making it 18 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 893 Dickens Ln, Valparaiso, IN?

893 Dickens Ln, Valparaiso, IN is assigned to Liberty Elementary School (elementary), rated A-; Liberty Intermediate/Middle School (middle), rated A; Chesterton High School (high), rated A. All sit in Duneland School Corporation. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 893 Dickens Ln, Valparaiso, IN compare to other homes in Valparaiso 46383?

Among the 13,093 homes in Valparaiso 46383, it is worth more than 90% of them ($586,394 against a typical $350,631), its price per square foot is higher than 90% of them ($263 against a typical $199), it is bigger than 67% of them (2,228 ft² against a typical 1,900 ft²), its lot is bigger than 54% of them (0.36 ac against a typical 0.31 ac) and it is newer than 90% of them (2008 against a typical 1979). Measured against all of Porter County, it is worth more than 91% 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 893 Dickens Ln, Valparaiso, IN?

The 2025 property tax bill for 893 Dickens Ln, Valparaiso, IN was $4,564. The county assessed it at $489,900.

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