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$438,866$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 97How 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

97 N 656 W

VALPARAISO, IN 46385
4
Beds
3 / 1
Baths
2,236 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.
3.11 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1973
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.
6
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$439K
$426K low$452K high

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,851 (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.$389,900 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$66,400
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$323,500
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$389,900
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$389,900

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.31 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.3.12
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Masonry/Concrete Masonry Units (Cmus)
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asphalt
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.Mixed
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.Above-Ground Pool
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Deck · 160 ft²Shed · 192 ft²

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.

E
Union Center Elementary SchoolA+
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 1.9 mi
M
Union Township Middle SchoolA
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 2.3 mi
H
Wheeler High SchoolA+
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.3 mi

District: Union Township School Corporation

Neighborhood · ZIP 46385These 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.82
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.114
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.29

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.96%
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.6.8%
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.44,677
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.538 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$99,098
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$121,747
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

97 N 656 W 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 76% of homes in Porter County
  • Bigger than 69% of homes in Porter County
  • Has a bigger lot than 93% of homes in Porter County
  • Older than 69% of homes in Valparaiso 46385

What homes are worth in Valparaiso 46385

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

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$175K$957K

This home is worth more than 66% of homes in Valparaiso 46385.

How it measures up in Valparaiso 46385

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Valparaiso 46385.

Estimated value$438,866
CheaperTypical $370,475Pricier

Pricier than 66% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$196
CheaperTypical $188Pricier

Pricier than 58% of homes nearby

Living area2,236 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,948 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 63% of homes nearby

Lot size3.11 ac
SmallerTypical 0.31 acBigger

Bigger than 92% of homes nearby

Year built1973
OlderTypical 1987Newer

Newer than 31% of homes nearby

How 97 N 656 W ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeValparaiso 46385Porter County
Estimated valuepricier than$438,86666% of homes76% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$19658% of homes59% of homes
Living areabigger than2,236 ft²63% of homes69% of homes
Lot sizebigger than3.11 ac92% of homes93% of homes
Year builtnewer than197331% of homes36% of homes

About 97 N 656 W

How much is 97 N 656 W, Valparaiso, IN worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 97 N 656 W, Valparaiso, IN is $438,866 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $425,518 to $452,214. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 97 N 656 W, Valparaiso, IN last sell?

97 N 656 W, Valparaiso, IN last sold on Jul 30, 1996, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 97 N 656 W, Valparaiso, IN?

97 N 656 W, Valparaiso, IN has 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 2,236 square feet of living space and a 3.12-acre lot.

When was 97 N 656 W, Valparaiso, IN built?

97 N 656 W, Valparaiso, IN was built in 1973, making it 53 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 97 N 656 W, Valparaiso, IN?

97 N 656 W, Valparaiso, IN is assigned to Union Center Elementary School (elementary), rated A+; Union Township Middle School (middle), rated A; Wheeler High School (high), rated A+. All sit in Union Township School Corporation. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 97 N 656 W, Valparaiso, IN compare to other homes in Valparaiso 46385?

Among the 16,172 homes in Valparaiso 46385, it is worth more than 66% of them ($438,866 against a typical $370,475), its price per square foot is higher than 58% of them ($196 against a typical $188), it is bigger than 63% of them (2,236 ft² against a typical 1,948 ft²), its lot is bigger than 92% of them (3.11 ac against a typical 0.31 ac) and it is newer than 31% of them (1973 against a typical 1987). Measured against all of Porter County, it is worth more than 76% 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 97 N 656 W, Valparaiso, IN?

The 2025 property tax bill for 97 N 656 W, Valparaiso, IN was $2,851. The county assessed it at $389,900.

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