Merrillville City Property Records in Indiana

Merrillville property records cover real estate in Merrillville, Indiana, including ownership history, deeds, mortgages, liens, parcel boundaries, assessed values, exemptions, and property tax information. Users can access official records through Lake County Assessor’s Office for parcel data, assessments, and ownership details; Ross Township Assessor’s Office for local assessment-related information; Lake County Recorder’s Office for deeds, mortgages, releases, plats, and other recorded land documents; and Lake County Treasurer’s Office for property tax bills, payments, and delinquency information. Mapping and parcel boundary information may be available through Lake County Geographic Information System (GIS). For records tied to lawsuits, foreclosures, probate matters, or other court actions affecting property, users can search through Lake County Clerk’s Office and the relevant Lake County Courts.

Avg. Household Income
Avg. Household Income:
$64,791
Avg. Home Price
Avg. Home Price:
$194,000
Avg. Property Tax Amount
Avg. Property Tax Amount:
$1,754
Avg. Property Tax
Avg. Property Tax:
0.90%
Median Gross Rent
Median Gross Rent:
$1,304 / mo
Owner Occupied Housing Rate
Owner Occupied Housing Rate:
69%
Population
Population:
36,343

Merrillville Property and Community Statistics

What Is the Population Profile of Merrillville

Merrillville's race and ethnicity data shows the city's racial and ethnic composition by population count and percentage. Black residents make up the largest group at 45% (16,209 people), followed by White residents at 34% (12,466) and Hispanic residents at 16% (5,663). The data also includes residents of two or more races, Asian, and other smaller groups.

Black
45%
16,209
White
34%
12,466
Hispanic
16%
5,663
Two + Races
4%
1,275
Asian
1%
405
Other Race
0.89%
325
American Indian
0%
0
Pacific Islander
0%
0

Merrillville, Ratings Compared Across Indiana B

The ratings cover different aspects of life in Merrillville. The three highest-rated categories are Diversity (A+), Access to Outdoor Activities (A-), and Access to Parks (A-). Other notable ratings include Nightlife (B+), Access to Coffee Shops (B+), and Good for Young Professionals (B+), while Public Schools, Weather, and Jobs are rated C+. Together, these ratings provide an overview of key quality-of-life categories in Merrillville.

Public Schools
Public Schools
C+
Cost of Living
Cost of Living
B
Health & Fitness
Health & Fitness
B-
Outdoor Activities
Outdoor Activities
A-
Nightlife
Nightlife
B+
Weather
Weather
C+
Commute
Commute
B-
Access to Bars
Access to Bars
B
Access to Coffee Shops
Access to Coffee Shops
B+
Access to Outdoor Activities
Access to Outdoor Activities
A-
Access to Parks
Access to Parks
A-
Access to Restaurants
Access to Restaurants
B
Crime & Safety
Crime & Safety
N/G
Diversity
Diversity
A+
Good for Families
Good for Families
B
Good for Retirees
Good for Retirees
B
Good for Young Professionals
Good for Young Professionals
B+
Housing
Housing
B-
Jobs
Jobs
C+
Walkability
Walkability
B-

How Educated Is Merrillville

Merrillville's Education data shows residents' educational attainment, including High School (36%), Bachelor Degree (16%), and Some College (14%). The data also includes other available education levels.

High School
36%
Bachelor Degree
16%
Some College
14%
Associate Degree
10%
Masters Degree
8%
Below High School
8%
Doctorate
0.92%

When Were Homes Built

Merrillville's Home Age data shows when homes were built across different construction periods. Most homes were built during 1960 - 1979 (34%), followed by 2000 - Present (24%) and 1980 - 1999 (23%). The data also includes other available construction periods.

1960 - 1979
34%
2000 - Present
24%
1980 - 1999
23%
1940 - 1959
17%
Before 1939
3%

How Many Bedrooms Do Homes Have?

Merrillville's Home Size data shows the distribution of homes by number of bedrooms. Most homes have 3 Bedrooms (38%), followed by 2 Bedrooms (26%) and 4 Bedrooms (18%). The data also includes other available bedroom categories.

3 Bedrooms
38%
2 Bedrooms
26%
4 Bedrooms
18%
1 Bedroom
12%
5 or More Bedrooms
4%
No Bedrooms
2%

What Is the Average Age

Merrillville's Population data shows the distribution of residents by age group. The largest groups are 65 Plus (21%), 55 - 64 (13%), and 35 - 44 (12%). The data also includes other available age groups.

65 Plus
21%
55 - 64
13%
45 - 54
12%
35 - 44
12%
25 - 34
11%
Under 10
11%
10 - 17
11%
18 - 24
10%

Property Market Trends at Merrillville

Merrillville's property market remains strong, with the median home price reaching approximately $194,000. Suburban areas, however, offer more affordable housing options. The rental market is also competitive, with the median rent around $1,304 per month. Despite high demand and limited inventory, the market remains resilient, attracting both buyers and investors seeking long-term value in Merrillville's dynamic real estate landscape.

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