Steve Dokich
New Chapter Real Estate
(219) 351-8482
76 Total Sales
4 in Valparaiso
$197K - $510K Price Range
1208 Franklin St Valparaiso, IN 46383
Valparaiso Area
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,986
Sq Ft
8,712
Sq Ft Lot
Highlights
- Deck
- Wood Flooring
- Corner Lot
- Northview Elementary School Rated A
- Bonus Room
- 4-minute walk to Tower Park
About This Home
As of June 2026Welcome to this beautifully updated turnkey home on a large corner lot in North Valparaiso close to downtown. Original refinished hardwood floors with wide baseboard trim, arched doorway, built in cabinet and stunning staircase. Kitchen has been updated with new vinyl plank flooring and stainless-steel appliances. Both bedrooms upstairs have new carpet and massive walk-in closets. Both bathrooms have been updated and remodeled. The basement has the third bedroom along with a family room, a bonus room that could be used as a separate office or gym, and a separate laundry room with a sink and extra storage. There are new lighting fixtures and paint throughout the home along with double hung vinyl windows. The hot water heater, air conditioner and pex plumbing lines are new. In addition, there is new siding and exterior doors on house and garage with new gutters, soffit and fascia. The yard features a fire pit and tree house with partial fencing. Both back and side decks are brand new. The updates are endless. Do not miss this opportunity to turn this house into your home!
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Century 21 Alliance Group License #RB14025796 Listed on: 05/08/2026
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Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $2,350
Year Built
- Built in 1927
Lot Details
- 8,712 Sq Ft Lot
- Partially Fenced Property
- Landscaped
- Corner Lot
Parking
- 2 Car Detached Garage
- Off-Street Parking
Interior Spaces
- 1.5-Story Property
- Blinds
- Family Room
- Living Room
- Dining Room
- Bonus Room
- Neighborhood Views
- Basement
Kitchen
- Electric Range
- Range Hood
- Dishwasher
Flooring
- Wood
- Carpet
- Vinyl
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms
Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Laundry on lower level
- Dryer
- Washer
- Sink Near Laundry
Home Security
- Carbon Monoxide Detectors
- Fire and Smoke Detector
Outdoor Features
- Deck
- Rear Porch
Schools
- North View Elementary School
- Benjamin Franklin Middle School
- Valparaiso High School
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
- Alpens Sub Subdivision
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 640913379001000004
- Seller Considering Concessions
Ownership History
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Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
May 8, 2026
Closed on
Jun 11, 2026
Sold by
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Kathy Hayes-Bowgren
Century 21 Alliance Group
Buyer's Agent
Phillip Lain
Listing Leaders Lifestyles, LL
List Price
$369,900
Sold Price
$369,900
Views
31
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-13.75%
Original Mortgage
$295,920
Outstanding Balance
$295,920
Interest Rate
6.37%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$66,936
Purchase Details
Listed on
Oct 29, 2024
Closed on
Dec 3, 2024
Sold by
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Frances Mari Lassalle
Realty Executives Premier
Buyer's Agent
Kathy Hayes-Bowgren
Century 21 Alliance Group
List Price
$320,000
Sold Price
$310,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$10,000
-3.12%
Views
16
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
12.16%
Purchase Details
Closed on
Nov 14, 2011
Sold by
Bought by
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$149,121
Interest Rate
4.4%
Mortgage Type
FHA
Purchase Details
Closed on
Apr 25, 2007
Sold by
Bought by
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$145,500
Interest Rate
6.18%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
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Purchase History
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| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Warranty Deed | -- | Chicago Title | |
| Warranty Deed | $310,000 | None Listed On Document | |
| Warranty Deed | -- | Chicago Title Insurance Co | |
| Warranty Deed | -- | Metropolitan Title In Llc |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
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| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $295,920 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $149,121 | FHA | |
| Previous Owner | $145,500 | Purchase Money Mortgage | |
| Previous Owner | $108,000 | Fannie Mae Freddie Mac |
Source: Public Records
Property History
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| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft | Prior Sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06/17/2026 06/17/26 | Sold | $369,900 | 0.0% | $186 / Sq Ft | |
| 05/16/2026 05/16/26 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 05/08/2026 05/08/26 | For Sale | $369,900 | +19.3% | $186 / Sq Ft | |
| 12/03/2024 12/03/24 | Sold | $310,000 | -3.1% | $156 / Sq Ft | View Prior Sale |
| 11/01/2024 11/01/24 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 10/29/2024 10/29/24 | For Sale | $320,000 | -- | $161 / Sq Ft |
Source: Northwest Indiana Association of REALTORS®
Tax History
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| 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $2,350 | $238,800 | $35,000 | $203,800 |
| 2024 | $2,416 | $225,500 | $35,000 | $190,500 |
| 2023 | $2,396 | $215,600 | $32,700 | $182,900 |
| 2022 | $2,281 | $194,300 | $32,700 | $161,600 |
| 2021 | $2,341 | $185,000 | $32,700 | $152,300 |
| 2020 | $2,099 | $168,300 | $29,700 | $138,600 |
| 2019 | $1,819 | $149,100 | $29,700 | $119,400 |
| 2018 | $1,694 | $142,500 | $29,700 | $112,800 |
| 2017 | $1,688 | $144,600 | $29,700 | $114,900 |
| 2016 | $3,504 | $144,700 | $33,800 | $110,900 |
| 2014 | $1,394 | $137,500 | $32,300 | $105,200 |
| 2013 | -- | $130,000 | $32,500 | $97,500 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
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Kathy Hayes-Bowgren
K
Seller's Agent in 2026
Kathy Hayes-Bowgren
Century 21 Alliance Group
(219) 508-9044
9 Total Sales
-
Phillip Lain
P
Buyer's Agent in 2026
Phillip Lain
Listing Leaders Lifestyles, LL
(219) 510-2505
9 Total Sales
-
Frances Mari Lassalle
Seller's Agent in 2024
Frances Mari Lassalle
Realty Executives
(219) 263-9003
91 Total Sales
-
Karl Wehle
Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2024
Karl Wehle
Realty Executives
(219) 796-3983
378 Total Sales
Map
Source: Northwest Indiana Association of REALTORS®
MLS Number: 838560
APN: 64-09-13-379-001.000-004
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