NOT LISTED FOR SALE

1189 Rak Rd Chesterton, IN 46304

Estimated Value: $156,000 - $1,484,000

4 Beds
1 Bath
1,664 Sq Ft
$350/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold November 23, 2016

Last sale price $127,000 $76 Per Sq Ft

Est. 348% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $3,122/month

106 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Barn
  • 3.6 Acre Lot
  • No HOA
  • Newton Yost Elementary School Rated A-
  • Wooded Lot
  • 2 Car Detached Garage

About This Home

As of November 2016

An Absolute beautiful piece of property! If you are looking for country living in the city this is it. Apple, plum, pear trees and grape vines. 38 X 48 pole barn with electricity, garage & shed. Chesterton School system. Close to all major expressways, shopping and Lake Michigan beaches! The 4 bedroom home with fireplace needs work but could be just the dream home you are looking for.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Melody Neagu

McColly Real Estate License #RB14025414 Listed on: 07/19/2016

McColly Real Estate

Last Buyer's Agent

Debra Lightfoot

McColly Real Estate License #RB14021881

McColly Real Estate

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $1,781

Year Built

  • Built in 1940

Lot Details

  • 3.6 Acre Lot
  • Wooded Lot

Parking

  • 2 Car Detached Garage

Home Design

  • Fixer Upper

Interior Spaces

  • 1,664 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Great Room with Fireplace
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Laundry on main level

Flooring

  • Carpet
  • Linoleum

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 1 Full Bathroom

Accessible Home Design

  • Enhanced Accessible Features
  • Accessibility Features

Additional Features

  • Outdoor Gas Grill
  • Barn
  • Heating System Uses Propane

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Community Storage Space

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 640604101006000024

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$1,781

Year Built

Built in 1940

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Year Built: 1940
  • Reso Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • ResoLaundryFeatures: Main Level
  • ResoLotFeatures: Level, Open Lot, Wooded
  • Co List Office Mls Id: NRA565
  • Subdivision Name: None
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 1664
  • Reso Accessibility Features: Enhanced Accessible
  • Architectural Style: Bungalow
  • Garage Yn: Yes
  • Unit Levels: One
  • Reso Other Structures: Barn(s), Shed(s), Storage
  • Property Attached Yn: No
  • Reso Property Condition: Fixer
  • AuctionYN: No
  • AccessibilityFeaturesYN: Yes
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Refrigerator
  • Interior Amenities: Primary Downstairs
  • Flooring: Carpet, Linoleum
  • Basement YN: No
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Fireplace Features: Great Room, Living Room
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • ResoLivingAreaSource: Assessor

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: Gas Grill
  • Acres: 3.6
  • Construction Type: Wood Siding
  • Foundation Details: Slab

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Parking Features: Detached

Utilities

  • Sewer: Septic Tank
  • Utilities: Cable Available, Electricity Available
  • Heating: Other, Propane
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association: No

Schools

  • Junior High Dist: Duneland School Corporation

Lot Info

  • Lot Dimensions: 3.6 acres
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 156816
  • Parcel #: 640604101006000024
  • Zoning Description: Residential

Tax Info

  • Year: 2016
  • Tax Annual Amount: 1781

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jul 19, 2016
Closed on
Nov 23, 2016
Sold by
Thomas Darell K
Bought by
Trowbridge Gregory D
Seller's Agent
Melody Neagu
McColly Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
Debra Lightfoot
McColly Real Estate
List Price
$127,000
Sold Price
$127,000
Current Estimated Value
$568,761

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$441,761
Avg. Annual Appreciation
7.85%
Original Mortgage
$123,190
Outstanding Balance
$100,776
Interest Rate
3.52%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$144,865
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Trowbridge Gregory D -- Fidelity National Title Co L
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Trowbridge Gregory D $123,190
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
11/23/2016 11/23/16 Sold $127,000 0.0% $76 / Sq Ft
11/02/2016 11/02/16 Pending -- -- --
07/19/2016 07/19/16 For Sale $127,000 -- $76 / Sq Ft
Source: Northwest Indiana Association of REALTORS®

Tax History Compared to Growth

Source: Public Records

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 $95 $4,800 $4,800 --
2023 $92 $4,500 $4,500 --
2021 $87 $4,500 $4,500 $0
2020 $78 $3,900 $3,900 $0
2019 $82 $3,900 $3,900 $0
2018 $80 $3,900 $3,900 $0
2017 $79 $3,900 $3,900 $0
2016 $117 $5,900 $5,900 $0
2014 $2,193 $105,700 $22,600 $83,100
2013 -- $95,300 $21,800 $73,500
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Melody Neagu

    Seller's Agent in 2016

    Melody Neagu

    McColly Real Estate

    (219) 588-0744

    43 Total Sales

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  • Debra Lightfoot

    Buyer's Agent in 2016

    Debra Lightfoot

    McColly Real Estate

    (219) 921-9995

    18 in this area

    88 Total Sales

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Map

Source: Northwest Indiana Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 397990

Northwest Indiana Association of REALTORS®

APN: 64-06-04-101-006.000-024

Indiana Porter County Chesterton 46304

1189 Rak Rd, Chesterton, IN

This home is located at 1189 Rak Rd, Chesterton, IN 46304 since 19 July 2016 and is currently estimated at $581,874, approximately $349 per square foot. This property was built in 1940. 1189 Rak Rd is a home located in Porter County with nearby schools including Newton Yost Elementary School, Westchester Intermediate School, and Chesterton Middle School.

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