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About homes in Charlestown

Census and NOAA figures for the city of Charlestown in Clark County, not the metro, with a source for each.

1988Median year built1U.S. 1980
42%Built before 1980124% built since 2010
1993Owner-occupied median year built1rentals 1985
75%Detached single-family112% in 5+ unit buildings
77%Owner-occupied171% statewide
$208kMedian home value1Indiana median $218k

The median home in the city of Charlestown was built in 1988, newer than the U.S. median of 1980 and newer than the Indiana median of 1976. That is newer than the Clark County median of 1982.1 Charlestown's housing is newer than the national mix: 42% of units predate 1980 against 50% nationally, and 24% date from 2010 or later. The largest single share, 24%, dates from 2010 or later. That makes it an older stock than Clark County as a whole (48% built before 1980).1 A large share of newer homes means many systems are still inside a warranty; checking that comes before any repair quote. Owner-occupied homes in Charlestown are newer than rentals: a median build year of 1993 against 1985.1 With owner-occupied homes skewing newer, many requests are first-time replacements of original builder-grade components.

Housing in Charlestown is mostly detached single-family: 75% of units, with 12% in buildings of five or more units.1 A mostly detached stock means the full range of exterior work applies: roofs, garage doors, chimneys and backyard units. Home ownership is the norm in Charlestown: 77% of occupied homes are owner-occupied, above the Indiana share of 71%.1 The median owner-occupied home in Charlestown is valued at $208,300 (ACS), close to the Indiana median of $218,200. Within Clark County the median is $222,900, so Charlestown sits below it.1

The Louisville Intl Ap station averages 74 nights a year at or below 32°F and 18 at or below 20°F.2,3 A real freeze season means masonry, roofing and exterior sealing are specified for freeze-thaw cycles. Summers bring about 43 days a year at or above 90°F.2,3 Rainfall is substantial: about 48 inches a year, 13 days of it an inch or more.2,3 Heavy rainfall makes flashing, drainage and ventilation details the difference between a sound assembly and a wet one.

Snowfall averages about 13 inches a year.2,3 Heating dominates the year: about 3,936 heating degree days against 1,742 cooling degree days (base 65°F).2,3 In a heating-led climate, insulation and air sealing carry most of the energy-code weight for any work that opens the envelope. Charlestown sits in IECC climate zone 4A (Mixed-Humid).4

Building permits in Charlestown are normally issued by the city building department.5,6

Share of Charlestown housing units by year built
Before 19403.9%
1940-195920.9%
1960-197917.2%
1980-199924.1%
2000-20099.5%
2010 or later24.4%
Sources and notes (6)
  1. U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-year estimates (ACS 2020-2024 5-year (released 2026-01))
  2. NOAA NCEI U.S. Climate Normals, nearest station (1991-2020 normals (published 2021))
  3. NOAA NCEI normals station inventory (1991-2020)
  4. Guide to Determining Climate Zones by County: Building America and IECC 2021 Updates (PNNL-33270) (September 2022 (IECC 2021 county map))
  5. U.S. Census Bureau population estimates (Vintage 2024)
  6. U.S. Census Bureau geographic code files (2020)
  7. Climate figures are for NOAA station Louisville Intl Ap, 17.6 miles from the place center; housing figures are ACS ACS 2020-2024 5-year with 90% margins of error in the source tables.

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How much does home remodeling cost in Charlestown, IN?

Most home remodeling projects in Charlestown, IN land between $14,750 and $77,900, depending on scope, access and material grade. That is an estimated range for planning, not a quote - call (844) 624-3161 and we will scope your job properly.

Do I need drawings before calling?

No. If you have them, good - if not, we start from what you want to change and work back to what the house allows.

How old are the homes in Charlestown?

The median home in the city of Charlestown was built in 1988, newer than the U.S. median of 1980 and newer than the Indiana median of 1976. That is newer than the Clark County median of 1982. Charlestown's housing is newer than the national mix: 42% of units predate 1980 against 50% nationally, and 24% date from 2010 or later. The largest single share, 24%, dates from 2010 or later. That makes it an older stock than Clark County as a whole (48% built before 1980). Those are Census figures for the whole housing stock, including apartments, not a statement about any one house.

What is the Charlestown climate like for exterior work?

The Louisville Intl Ap station averages 74 nights a year at or below 32°F and 18 at or below 20°F. Summers bring about 43 days a year at or above 90°F. Rainfall is substantial: about 48 inches a year, 13 days of it an inch or more. Snowfall averages about 13 inches a year. NOAA 1991-2020 normals for the nearest station; a contractor still assesses the actual site.

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