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$206,941$134 / 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 87How 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 $201,893 on Sep 16, 2020

8971 LOCUST ST

CROSS PLAINS, IN 47017
3
Beds
1.5
Baths
1,548 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.
0.5 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1940
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
9
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

$207K
$180K low$234K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$201,893 · Sep 16, 2020

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$527 (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.$122,900 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$13,100
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$109,800
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$104,600
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$122,900

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.41
1
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.
82
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
91
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
13
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.
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
CountyRIPLEY
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.1976
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.50
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Wood (Unspecified)
FoundationWhat the home is built on, such as a concrete slab, a crawl space, or a basement.No Foundation
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
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(1)

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.

H
South Ripley High School
High · Grades 9–12 · 7.8 mi
M
South Ripley Junior High SchoolA
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 7.8 mi
E
South Ripley Elementary SchoolB+
Elementary · Grades PK–6 · 8.0 mi

District: South Ripley Community School Corporation

Neighborhood · ZIP 47017These 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.54
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.200
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.36

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.87%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.11%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.8.4%
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.575
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.33 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$85,690
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$110,244
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.53°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.59%

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How this home compares

8971 Locust St 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 76% of homes in Ripley County
  • Costs less per square foot than 70% of homes in Ripley County
  • Has a smaller lot than 85% of homes in Cross Plains 47017
  • Older than 77% of homes in Ripley County

What homes are worth in Cross Plains 47017

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

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$70K$648K

This home is worth more than 39% of homes in Cross Plains 47017.

How it measures up in Cross Plains 47017

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Cross Plains 47017.

Estimated value$206,941
CheaperTypical $246,745Pricier

Pricier than 39% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$134
CheaperTypical $158Pricier

Pricier than 35% of homes nearby

Living area1,548 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,539 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 52% of homes nearby

Lot size0.5 ac
SmallerTypical 5.42 acBigger

Bigger than 15% of homes nearby

Year built1940
OlderTypical 1974Newer

Newer than 27% of homes nearby

How 8971 Locust St ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeCross Plains 47017Ripley County
Estimated valuepricier than$206,94139% of homes24% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$13435% of homes30% of homes
Living areabigger than1,548 ft²52% of homes41% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.5 ac15% of homes30% of homes
Year builtnewer than194027% of homes23% of homes

About 8971 Locust St

How much is 8971 Locust St, Cross Plains, IN worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 8971 Locust St, Cross Plains, IN is $206,941 as of Oct 21, 2026. The likely range is $179,699 to $234,183. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 8971 Locust St, Cross Plains, IN last sell?

8971 Locust St, Cross Plains, IN last sold on Sep 16, 2020 for $201,893, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 8971 Locust St, Cross Plains, IN?

8971 Locust St, Cross Plains, IN has 3 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms, 1,548 square feet of living space and a 0.50-acre lot.

When was 8971 Locust St, Cross Plains, IN built?

8971 Locust St, Cross Plains, IN was built in 1940, making it 86 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 8971 Locust St, Cross Plains, IN?

8971 Locust St, Cross Plains, IN is assigned to South Ripley High School (high); South Ripley Junior High School (middle), rated A; South Ripley Elementary School (elementary), rated B+. All sit in South Ripley Community School Corporation. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 8971 Locust St, Cross Plains, IN compare to other homes in Cross Plains 47017?

Among the 293 homes in Cross Plains 47017, it is worth more than 39% of them ($206,941 against a typical $246,745), its price per square foot is higher than 35% of them ($134 against a typical $158), it is bigger than 52% of them (1,548 ft² against a typical 1,539 ft²), its lot is bigger than 15% of them (0.5 ac against a typical 5.42 ac) and it is newer than 27% of them (1940 against a typical 1974). Measured against all of Ripley County, it is worth more than 24% 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 8971 Locust St, Cross Plains, IN?

The 2025 property tax bill for 8971 Locust St, Cross Plains, IN was $527. The county assessed it at $122,900.

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