Row HouseResidential
978 W SWARTZELL DR
RENSSELAER, IN 47978
2
Beds
1
Baths
947 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.
0.23 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.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.
Tax & Assessment
Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$2,011 (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.$199,600 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$32,900
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$166,700
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$185,900
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$199,600
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.35
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
16
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
70
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
68
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
23
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.Row House
CountyJASPER
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.2000
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.23
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
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
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No
Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.
MHE
Rensselaer Central Middle SchoolB+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.2 mi
Rensselaer Central High SchoolB-
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.3 mi
Rensselaer Central Primary School
Elementary · Grades PK–2 · 1.5 mi
District: Rensselaer Central School Corporation
Neighborhood · ZIP 47978These 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.131
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 100.30
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.6.9%
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.11,107
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.43 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$74,503
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$84,542
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.50°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.38 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.60%
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.Yes
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 W Swartzell Dr 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.
- Smaller than 93% of homes in Jasper County
- Has a smaller lot than 87% of homes in Jasper County
- Newer than 72% of homes in Rensselaer 47978
How it measures up in Rensselaer 47978
The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Rensselaer 47978.
Living area947 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,664 ft²Bigger
Bigger than 8% of homes nearby
Lot size0.23 ac
SmallerTypical 0.58 acBigger
Bigger than 27% of homes nearby
Year built1990
OlderTypical 1968Newer
Newer than 72% of homes nearby
| Measure | This home | Rensselaer 47978 | Jasper County |
|---|---|---|---|
| Living areabigger than | 947 ft² | 8% of homes | 7% of homes |
| Lot sizebigger than | 0.23 ac | 27% of homes | 13% of homes |
| Year builtnewer than | 1990 | 72% of homes | 57% of homes |
About 978 W Swartzell Dr
When did 978 W Swartzell Dr, Rensselaer, IN last sell?
978 W Swartzell Dr, Rensselaer, IN last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.
How big is 978 W Swartzell Dr, Rensselaer, IN?
978 W Swartzell Dr, Rensselaer, IN has 2 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 947 square feet of living space and a 0.23-acre lot.
When was 978 W Swartzell Dr, Rensselaer, IN built?
978 W Swartzell Dr, Rensselaer, IN was built in 1990, making it 36 years old. The building has 1 story.
What schools serve 978 W Swartzell Dr, Rensselaer, IN?
978 W Swartzell Dr, Rensselaer, IN is assigned to Rensselaer Central Middle School (middle), rated B+; Rensselaer Central High School (high), rated B-; Rensselaer Central Primary School (elementary). All sit in Rensselaer Central School Corporation. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.
How does 978 W Swartzell Dr, Rensselaer, IN compare to other homes in Rensselaer 47978?
Among the 4,177 homes in Rensselaer 47978, it is bigger than 8% of them (947 ft² against a typical 1,664 ft²), its lot is bigger than 27% of them (0.23 ac against a typical 0.58 ac) and it is newer than 72% of them (1990 against a typical 1968). 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 W Swartzell Dr, Rensselaer, IN?
The 2025 property tax bill for 978 W Swartzell Dr, Rensselaer, IN was $2,011. The county assessed it at $199,600.
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