47905 — Lafayette, IN Home Values
Typical home value $300,321 as of June 2026 · 6th of 29 in Lafayette-West Lafayette, IN
Blue: typical home value (Zillow ZHVI) in ZIP code 47905, June 2021 to June 2026. This page shows observed data only; no forecast.
How 47905 compares in the Lafayette-West Lafayette, IN area
ZIP code 47905 (Lafayette, IN) has a typical home value of $300,321 as of June 2026, ranking 6th of 29 ZIP codes tracked in the Lafayette-West Lafayette, IN area, more expensive than about 83% of ZIP codes in the metro. Prices here have moved +2.6% over the trailing 12 months. Over the past five years, the typical value in this ZIP code has changed +35.1%, from $222,332 in June 2021 to $300,321 in June 2026. Against observed rent, the typical home here sells for 20.6× the annual rent ($1,215/mo), a common way to gauge whether buying looks cheap relative to renting in this ZIP code.
Every figure above is observed Zillow data. Sialim's forecasting engine works at the metro level; see the Lafayette-West Lafayette, IN forecast for a modeled outlook, or browse the full ranked list of ZIP codes in Lafayette.
Population and demographics
ZIP code 47905 has a population of 42,109, per the Census Bureau's American Community Survey 5-year estimate. By race and ethnicity: 77% White, 8.8% Hispanic or Latino, 7.4% Black or African American, 3.7% Asian, 2.8% two or more races, 0.2% another race, and 0.1% American Indian or Alaska Native.
Nearby public schools
| School | Address | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Wyandotte Elementary | 5865 E 50 S, Lafayette, IN | 1.7 mi |
| Hershey Elementary School | 7521 E 300 N, Lafayette, IN | 2.5 mi |
| East Tipp Middle School | 7501 E 300 N, Lafayette, IN | 2.7 mi |
Distance is straight-line from the ZIP code's center; driving distance will be longer. School attendance is set by district boundaries, not proximity. Confirm which school a specific address is zoned for with the local school district. Source: National Center for Education Statistics.
Frequently asked questions
What is the typical home value in ZIP code 47905?
$300,321 as of June 2026, the latest month Zillow has published observed data for.
Is 47905 an expensive ZIP code in the Lafayette-West Lafayette, IN area?
47905 ranks 6th of 29 ZIP codes in the Lafayette-West Lafayette, IN area by typical home value, more expensive than about 83% of ZIP codes in the metro.
How much have home values in 47905 changed over the past year?
+2.6% over the trailing 12 months, from observed Zillow data.
Is it cheaper to buy or rent in ZIP code 47905?
The typical home price is 20.6× the observed annual rent in this ZIP code ($1,215/mo). Lower multiples favor buying over renting, all else equal.
What is the population of ZIP code 47905?
42,109, per the US Census Bureau's American Community Survey 5-year estimate.
What are the closest public schools to ZIP code 47905?
Wyandotte Elementary (1.7 mi), Hershey Elementary School (2.5 mi), East Tipp Middle School (2.7 mi), by straight-line distance from the ZIP code's center. School attendance is set by district boundaries, not proximity. Confirm assignment with the local school district.
Is this page showing a forecast for 47905?
No. Every number on this page is observed Zillow data as of June 2026, not a forecast. Sialim's forecasting engine runs at the metro level; see the Lafayette-West Lafayette, IN forecast for a modeled outlook.
ZIP-level values shown here are observed Zillow data, not forecasts. Sialim's forecasting engine works at the metro level today; ZIP-level forecasts are planned for Sialim Pro. Data © Zillow, via Zillow Research.