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$238,902$135 / 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 92How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Jul 14, 2026
Last sold for $85,000 on Jan 13, 2010

978 STATE ROUTE 61

NORWALK, OH 44857
3
Beds
1.5
Baths
1,776 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.
1.25 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1960
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
6
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

$239K
$220K low$258K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$85,000 · Jan 13, 2010
Est. Owner EquityRoughly how much of the home's value the owner would keep after paying off known loans. It is our estimate minus the loans still owed.$182,902
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$146,322
Loan-to-ValueHow much is still owed on the home compared to what it is worth. 80% means loans equal 80% of our estimate, so it shifts when the estimate does.25%
1st MortgageA loan still believed to be open on this home, in the order lenders get repaid. The first position is paid back before the second.$56,000
FIRELANDS FCU · recorded Apr 23, 2009

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$1,840 (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.$63,930 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$10,300
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$53,630
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$63,930
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$182,660

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.31
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
6
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
61
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
78
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.

Scores 0–100; higher = greater projected risk.

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Residential (General/Single)
CountyHURON
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.1.25
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Shingle
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
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.Porch · 216 ft²

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.

M
Western Reserve Middle SchoolB-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 5.8 mi
H
Western Reserve High SchoolB-
High · Grades 8–12 · 5.9 mi
E
Western Reserve Elementary SchoolC+
Elementary · Grades PK–5 · 6.0 mi

District: Western Reserve Local School District

Neighborhood · ZIP 44857These 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.131
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.91%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.12%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.9.6%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.6%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.23,812
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.280 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$62,344
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$79,397
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.50°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.37 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.49%

Ownership

OccupancyWhether the owner appears to live here or somewhere else. It is inferred from the mailing address on record.Absentee owner
Company ownedWhether the owner is a company or trust rather than a person.No

Data by ATTOM. Valuations are automated estimates, not appraisals. Photos from Google Street View and may not depict the current property state.

How this home compares

978 State Route 61 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 74% of homes in Huron County
  • Bigger than 70% of homes in Huron County
  • Has a bigger lot than 84% of homes in Norwalk 44857
  • Older than 65% of homes in Norwalk 44857

What homes are worth in Norwalk 44857

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

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$70K$560K

This home is worth more than 64% of homes in Norwalk 44857.

How it measures up in Norwalk 44857

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Norwalk 44857.

Estimated value$238,902
CheaperTypical $199,694Pricier

Pricier than 64% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$135
CheaperTypical $138Pricier

Pricier than 48% of homes nearby

Living area1,776 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,518 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 67% of homes nearby

Lot size1.25 ac
SmallerTypical 0.3 acBigger

Bigger than 84% of homes nearby

Year built1960
OlderTypical 1974Newer

Newer than 35% of homes nearby

How 978 State Route 61 ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeNorwalk 44857Huron County
Estimated valuepricier than$238,90264% of homes74% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$13548% of homes59% of homes
Living areabigger than1,776 ft²67% of homes70% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1.25 ac84% of homes77% of homes
Year builtnewer than196035% of homes37% of homes

About 978 State Route 61

How much is 978 State Route 61, Norwalk, OH worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 978 State Route 61, Norwalk, OH is $238,902 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $219,504 to $258,300. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 978 State Route 61, Norwalk, OH last sell?

978 State Route 61, Norwalk, OH last sold on Jan 13, 2010 for $85,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 3 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 978 State Route 61, Norwalk, OH?

978 State Route 61, Norwalk, OH has 3 bedrooms, 1.5 bathrooms, 1,776 square feet of living space and a 1.25-acre lot.

When was 978 State Route 61, Norwalk, OH built?

978 State Route 61, Norwalk, OH was built in 1960, making it 66 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 978 State Route 61, Norwalk, OH?

978 State Route 61, Norwalk, OH is assigned to Western Reserve Middle School (middle), rated B-; Western Reserve High School (high), rated B-; Western Reserve Elementary School (elementary), rated C+. All sit in Western Reserve Local School District. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 978 State Route 61, Norwalk, OH compare to other homes in Norwalk 44857?

Among the 8,508 homes in Norwalk 44857, it is worth more than 64% of them ($238,902 against a typical $199,694), its price per square foot is higher than 48% of them ($135 against a typical $138), it is bigger than 67% of them (1,776 ft² against a typical 1,518 ft²), its lot is bigger than 84% of them (1.25 ac against a typical 0.3 ac) and it is newer than 35% of them (1960 against a typical 1974). Measured against all of Huron County, it is worth more than 74% 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 978 State Route 61, Norwalk, OH?

The 2025 property tax bill for 978 State Route 61, Norwalk, OH was $1,840. The county assessed it at $63,930.

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