Is a car needed in Madison, IN?

As of early 2026, 87% of users say car is needed

Is Madison, IN dog-friendly?

As of early 2026, 79% of users say it's dog friendly

Are yards well-kept in Madison, IN?

As of early 2026, 79% of users say yards are well-kept

Does Madison, IN show holiday spirit?

As of early 2026, 78% of users say there's holiday spirit

Would people walk alone at night in Madison, IN?

As of early 2026, 77% of users say people would walk alone at night

Is there wildlife in Madison, IN?

As of early 2026, 68% of users say there's wildlife

Is parking easy in Madison, IN?

As of early 2026, 67% of users say parking is easy

Do kids play outside in Madison, IN?

As of early 2026, 59% of users say kids play outside

Is Madison, IN quiet?

As of early 2026, 56% of users say it's quiet

Does Madison, IN have sidewalks?

As of early 2026, 55% of users say there are sidewalks

Are neighbors friendly in Madison, IN?

As of early 2026, 53% of users say neighbors are friendly

Do residents of Madison, IN plan to stay at least 5 years?

As of early 2026, 48% of users say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

Are the streets well-lit in Madison, IN?

As of early 2026, 47% of users say streets are well-lit

Is Madison, IN walkable to restaurants?

As of early 2026, 44% of users say it's walkable to restaurants

Are there community events in Madison, IN?

As of early 2026, 33% of users say there are community events

Is Madison, IN walkable to grocery stores?

As of early 2026, 28% of users say it's walkable to grocery stores

What is 3242 E Thornton Rd estimated to be worth?

Trulia's estimated value for 3242 E Thornton Rd in Madison, IN is $465,700 .

What is the price history for 3242 E Thornton Rd?

3242 E Thornton Rd in Madison, IN last sold for $390,000 in December 2016.

Is Madison a buyer's or seller's market?

Madison is currently a buyer's market, based on recent for-sale activity.

What do residents say about Madison?

Residents describe Madison, IN as dog-friendly, well-kept, and easy to park in. Most residents say you need a car. See recently sold homes in Madison, IN .

How big is the lot at 3242 E Thornton Rd?

The lot at 3242 E Thornton Rd in Madison, IN is about 140.9 acres .

Does 3242 E Thornton Rd have a garage?

Yes, 3242 E Thornton Rd in Madison, IN has a garage.

OFF MARKET

$465,700

Trulia Estimate

3 Beds
2 Baths
2,166 sqft (on 5.20 acres)

3242 E Thornton Rd, Madison, IN 47250

Est. Refi. Payment $2,740/mo*

Refinance Your Home

Currently Off Market - Sold Dec 29, 2016 for $390,000

Home Value

Trulia Estimate

$466K

Since last month

$5K (-1%)

Since last year

$4K (-0.8%)

Since last sale

$76K (+19.4%)

Learn more about this home's value by checking out its Trulia Estimate, the value of nearby homes, and how much similar homes have sold for.

Trulia Estimate

The of this home's value increased by +72% in the last 10 years

Month	Estimated value
2026
August 2026	$466K
August 2026	$464K
July 2026	$470K
June 2026	$478K
May 2026	$462K
April 2026	$461K
March 2026	$440K
February 2026	$433K
January 2026	$433K
2025
December 2025	$455K
November 2025	$463K
October 2025	$459K
September 2025	$466K
August 2025	$469K
July 2025	$454K
June 2025	$466K
May 2025	$468K
April 2025	$462K
March 2025	$465K
February 2025	$472K
January 2025	$469K
2024
December 2024	$478K
November 2024	$483K
October 2024	$471K
September 2024	$472K
August 2024	$469K
July 2024	$472K
June 2024	$477K
May 2024	$464K
April 2024	$457K
March 2024	$458K
February 2024	$433K
January 2024	$432K
2023
December 2023	$454K
November 2023	$461K
October 2023	$463K
September 2023	$468K
August 2023	$465K
July 2023	$486K
June 2023	$466K
May 2023	$325K
April 2023	$317K
March 2023	$309K
February 2023	$294K
January 2023	$296K
2022
December 2022	$300K
November 2022	$306K
October 2022	$311K
September 2022	$315K
August 2022	$320K
July 2022	$323K
June 2022	$327K
May 2022	$325K
April 2022	$317K
March 2022	$314K
February 2022	$250K
January 2022	$251K
2021
December 2021	$248K
November 2021	$251K
October 2021	$252K
September 2021	$250K
August 2021	$252K
July 2021	$254K
June 2021	$230K
May 2021	$193K
April 2021	$193K
March 2021	$195K
February 2021	$189K
January 2021	$185K
2020
December 2020	$187K
November 2020	$184K
October 2020	$179K
September 2020	$179K
August 2020	$185K
July 2020	$180K
June 2020	$180K
May 2020	$180K
April 2020	$175K
March 2020	$171K
February 2020	$169K
January 2020	$168K
2019
December 2019	$177K
November 2019	$178K
October 2019	$187K
September 2019	$186K
August 2019	$192K
July 2019	$186K
June 2019	$182K
May 2019	$190K
April 2019	$190K
March 2019	$188K
February 2019	$191K
January 2019	$184K
2018
December 2018	$183K
November 2018	$183K
October 2018	$185K
September 2018	$276K
August 2018	$275K
July 2018	$274K
June 2018	$273K
May 2018	$264K
April 2018	$275K
March 2018	$279K
February 2018	$274K
January 2018	$257K
2017
December 2017	$252K
November 2017	$251K
October 2017	$211K
September 2017	$221K
August 2017	$217K
July 2017	$202K
June 2017	$211K
May 2017	$195K
April 2017	$195K
March 2017	$211K
February 2017	$228K
January 2017	$275K
2016
December 2016	$282K
November 2016	$279K
October 2016	$275K
September 2016	$271K

Comparable sales

These are recently sold homes that have a similar location or other similar features to this home, like bedrooms, bathrooms, and square footage. Get a sense of the expected prices in the area by viewing these homes.

Address	Distance	Property Type	Sold Price	Sold Date	Bed	Bath	Sqft
4063 E 925 N, Canaan, IN	1.10	Single-Family Home	$127,000	03/31/26	4	2	1,882
9768 N US Highway 421, Madison, IN	2.45	Single-Family Home	$175,000	10/30/25	4	1	2,625

Nearby home prices

Get a sense of expected prices in the area by checking the value of nearby homes.

Address	Distance	Price	Bed	Bath	Sqft	Status
10339 N Jefferson Rd, Madison, IN 47250	1.20	$479,000	4	2.5	2,756	For Sale
4306 E 925 N, Madison, IN 47250	1.25	$319,000	3	1.5	1,800	For Sale
3500 E Lemon Rd, Madison, IN 47250	1.25	$185,000	Studio	0.5	224	For Sale
2900 E Lemon Rd, Madison, IN 47250	1.46	$450,000	-	-	-	Recently Sold

Local Information

Map ViewExplore the area around 3242 E Thornton Rd.
Schools1 Preschool School2 Elementary Schools1 Middle School1 High School
Shop & Eat

-- mins to

Commute Destination

Home Highlights

Single-Family Home

Built in 1900

5.2 acre lot

2,166 sqft

$215/sqft

Garage

About this House

Rambler style house, additions and many updates over the years. Vaulted ceiling in MBR. Partial unfinished basement, great for storage. Wood-burning furnace in basment (functional). Yearly maintenance contract for geotheram HVAC system. 51 tillable acres leased for 2016 crop year w/tenants's rights. Several outbuildings, grain bin, 3000+' asphalt road frontage. 3/4 acre pond, flowing brooks, pasture, ATV trails, open land, wooded hunting acreage. It's all here, country living at it's best! Seldom are farms in this area available.

3242 E Thornton Rd, Madison, IN 47250 is a 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 2,166 sqft single-family home built in 1900. It last sold for $390,000 on Dec 29, 2016. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $465,700, with a rent estimate of $2,344/month.

Home Details for 3242 E Thornton Rd

Interior Features
Interior Details BasementNumber of Rooms: 8
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility Stories: 1

Exterior Features
Exterior Home Features Roof: MetalFoundation Type: Crawl Raised
Parking & Garage GarageParking: Garage Attached

Property Information
Year Built Year Built: 1900Year Updated: 1985
Property Type / Style Property Type: Single Family Home

Lot Information
Lot Area: 5.20 acres

Price and Tax history

Date	Event	Price
Dec 29, 2016 Source: SIRA #J20160226	Sold	$390,000

Year	Property tax	Tax assessment
2025	$1,226	$186,700

Additional Cost

Market trends in Madison

Last updated July 2026

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Available listings

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Around this home

Rykers' Ridge Elementary School
PK-4
Public
194 Students
Madison Consolidated Schools
7/10
GreatSchools Rating
Parent Rating Average
I Love Rykers Ridge! This School and the teachers in it have been the best School for my kids! Both my kids have improved their grades and both are getting A's in every class! We Love the teachers and the School! :)
Parent Review
8y ago
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What Locals Say about Madison

At least 44 Trulia users voted on each feature.

87 % Say car is needed
79 % Say it's dog friendly
79 % Say yards are well-kept
78 % Say there's holiday spirit
77 % Say people would walk alone at night
68 % Say there's wildlife
67 % Say parking is easy
59 % Say kids play outside
56 % Say it's quiet
55 % Say there are sidewalks
53 % Say neighbors are friendly
48 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years
47 % Say streets are well-lit
44 % Say it's walkable to restaurants
33 % Say there are community events
28 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

Sourced by Trulia users. Learn more about our methodology.

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"Very touristy, very historical. Very quaint lots of festivals year round. Theres a lot of good people in this town. Homes are quite expensive though. Road maintenance could help out"
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Kaylee H.
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"A great well rounded community and very great place to live. Schooling is amazing and there are so many activities that family can do and many different attractions for people from outside of town. "
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"Wonderful place to live. Small Town life with larger city amenities. Quiet and peaceful with a vibrant community. "
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"There’s quite a few families and a church a block away and a nursing home next to the church. Very quiet neighborhood "
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"Lots of music almost every weekend in the summer. Great little shops on Main Street. Lovely river walk. Everyone makes you feel welcome. "
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"Most beautiful historical society in the country! People are the friendliest that you will ever meet. Gorgeous River Front. Best Festival's in the country in the Summer. 5 different Schools.. About 69 of the most beautiful church's you ever seen. Moved here 2 years ago and now i don't ever want to leave!!"
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"Madison is the most beautiful historical society in the country! An the people here are the most friendly that you will ever meet. Church's beautiful church's. Fine Dinning. Choice of Schools. Most beautiful River Front in the state! Nite life is fantastic. None tru out the country for are festivals. An about 40 minutes each way Cincinnati to the East an Louisville to the West. Parks for kids everywhere."
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Jessica D.
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7y ago
"My neighborhood is pretty quiet. There are a few stray cats but nothing major. I am close to shopping and restaurants. "
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"There are lots of sidewalks to walk the dogs on. There is a walkway around the lake near our house as well so it is healthy and fun for them and us as well. "
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"We have lived here for 5 years and we are within a few minutes of everything. We are close to schools, shopping, restaurants and parks"
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"Beautiful scenery, great neighborhood, close to town, wildlife, low traffic. Good school selection public and private. "
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Cotydunn05
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"This neighborhood sits back away from busier roads. A nice little cul-de-sac where kids play and people wave! "
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Ambergaraas1976
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8y ago
"It is quiet and is within walking distance to Clifty Park. It is the perfect place to walk the dogs because there are little to no sidewalks in this town. "
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"It is within walking distance to Clifty Falls state park. Since this town has very few sidewalks it is nice to take the dogs there to walk without a lot of traffic. "
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Frequently asked questions about 3242 E Thornton Rd

What is 3242 E Thornton Rd estimated to be worth?
Trulia's estimated value for 3242 E Thornton Rd in Madison, IN is $465,700.
What is the price history for 3242 E Thornton Rd?
3242 E Thornton Rd in Madison, IN last sold for $390,000 in December 2016.
Is Madison a buyer's or seller's market?
Madison is currently a buyer's market, based on recent for-sale activity.
What do residents say about Madison?
Residents describe Madison, IN as dog-friendly, well-kept, and easy to park in. Most residents say you need a car. See recently sold homes in Madison, IN.
How big is the lot at 3242 E Thornton Rd?
The lot at 3242 E Thornton Rd in Madison, IN is about 140.9 acres.
Does 3242 E Thornton Rd have a garage?
Yes, 3242 E Thornton Rd in Madison, IN has a garage.