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Seller's Agent in 2025
Jim Carpenter
Weichert Rltrs-J.Dunfee&Assoc.
1 in this area
15 Total Sales
1055 Portage Ave South Bend, IN 46616
Near Northwest Neighborhood
3
Beds
1.5
Baths
1,879
Sq Ft
6,529
Sq Ft Lot
Highlights
- Wood Flooring
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- Wood Fence
- Covered Patio or Porch
- Ceiling Fan
- Level Lot
About This Home
As of May 2025Two properties for the price of one-the corner lot next door is included as well! This is a beautiful, elegant house with 3 bedrooms, 1 & 1/2 bathrooms, and hardwood floors throughout. Add an armoire, and you have a nice-sized 4th BR! There's a spacious kitchen for cooking, and a large formal dining room for entertaining. A storage shed in back provides extra storage, and the parking pad provides off-street parking. A dual stairway takes you to the second floor, and there's about 320 extra FINISHED square feet in the attic! Located just a few minutes from downtown. The west and north sides of town are quickly accessible via Portage Rd.
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $3,555
Year Built
- Built in 1905
Lot Details
- 6,529 Sq Ft Lot
- Lot Dimensions are 132x109
- Wood Fence
- Level Lot
- Historic Home
Parking
- Off-Street Parking
Home Design
- Brick Foundation
- Slab Foundation
- Poured Concrete
- Asphalt Roof
- Wood Siding
Interior Spaces
- 2.5-Story Property
- Ceiling Fan
- Wood Burning Fireplace
- Wood Flooring
- Unfinished Basement
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
- Walkup Attic
- Prewired Security
- Gas Oven or Range
- Gas And Electric Dryer Hookup
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms
Schools
- Muessel Elementary School
- Jefferson Middle School
- Adams High School
Additional Features
- Covered Patio or Porch
- Suburban Location
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
Community Details
- Bulla & Pattons Subdivision
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 71-08-02-254-002.000-026
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Oct 9, 2024
Closed on
May 15, 2025
Sold by
Rose Tracy R and Rose-Love Tracy R
Bought by
Smiley-Creech Kelly A
Seller's Agent
Jim Carpenter
Weichert Rltrs-J.Dunfee&Assoc.
Buyer's Agent
Steve Smith
Irish Realty
List Price
$229,900
Sold Price
$180,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$49,900
-21.71%
Views
681
Current Estimated Value
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$5,697
Avg. Annual Appreciation
7.90%
Original Mortgage
$176,739
Outstanding Balance
$176,109
Interest Rate
6.62%
Mortgage Type
FHA
Estimated Equity
$9,588
Purchase Details
Closed on
Dec 21, 2011
Sold by
Near Northwest Neighborhood Inc
Bought by
Rose Tracy R
Purchase Details
Closed on
Sep 29, 2009
Sold by
Absolute Capital Inc
Bought by
Near Northwest Neighborhood
Purchase Details
Closed on
Sep 2, 2009
Sold by
Stonecrest Income & Opportunity Fund I L
Bought by
Absolute Capital Inc
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jul 24, 2009
Sold by
Deutsche Bank National Trust Company
Bought by
Stonecrest Income & Opportunity Fund 1 L
Purchase Details
Closed on
Apr 9, 2009
Sold by
Saylor Joseph
Bought by
Deutsche Bank Natl Trust
Purchase Details
Closed on
Nov 30, 2006
Sold by
Realty Plus Inc
Bought by
Saylor Joseph
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$66,600
Interest Rate
6.47%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Aug 24, 2006
Sold by
Jones Deborah
Bought by
Washington Mutual Abnk
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Warranty Deed | -- | Metropolitan Title | |
| Corporate Deed | -- | Meridian Title Corp | |
| Corporate Deed | -- | Meridian Title Corp | |
| Quit Claim Deed | $7,741 | None Available | |
| Quit Claim Deed | $5,866 | None Available | |
| Sheriffs Deed | $12,600 | None Available | |
| Warranty Deed | -- | None Available | |
| Sheriffs Deed | $23,001 | None Available |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $176,739 | FHA | |
| Previous Owner | $66,600 | New Conventional |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05/15/2025 05/15/25 | Sold | $180,000 | -18.1% | $96 / Sq Ft |
| 04/04/2025 04/04/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 11/06/2024 11/06/24 | Price Changed | $219,900 | -3.1% | $117 / Sq Ft |
| 10/29/2024 10/29/24 | Price Changed | $226,900 | -1.3% | $121 / Sq Ft |
| 10/09/2024 10/09/24 | For Sale | $229,900 | -- | $122 / Sq Ft |
Source: Indiana Regional MLS
Tax History Compared to Growth
Tax History
| Year | Tax Paid | Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. | Land | Improvement |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $8,545 | $150,400 | $6,600 | $143,800 |
| 2023 | $2,907 | $151,500 | $6,600 | $144,900 |
| 2022 | $2,907 | $120,600 | $6,600 | $114,000 |
| 2021 | $2,678 | $107,500 | $2,400 | $105,100 |
| 2020 | $1,981 | $80,400 | $1,800 | $78,600 |
| 2019 | $1,142 | $97,300 | $2,200 | $95,100 |
| 2018 | $1,211 | $95,600 | $2,100 | $93,500 |
| 2017 | $1,173 | $94,600 | $2,100 | $92,500 |
| 2016 | $1,018 | $82,200 | $1,800 | $80,400 |
| 2014 | $959 | $81,200 | $1,800 | $79,400 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
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Jim Carpenter
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Steve Smith
Buyer's Agent in 2025
Steve Smith
Irish Realty
(574) 360-2569
10 in this area
932 Total Sales
Map
Source: Indiana Regional MLS
MLS Number: 202439251
APN: 71-08-02-254-002.000-026
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