$40,000
SOLD MAR 7, 2025

1238 W Colfax Ave South Bend, IN 46616

Kennedy Park Neighborhood
2 Beds
1 Bath
648 Sq Ft
2,442 Sq Ft Lot

Recently Sold

$62 Per Sq Ft

20% Below List Price

108 Days on Market

Highlights

  • 1-Story Property
  • Adams High School Rated A-
  • Level Lot

About This Home

As of March 2025

Here’s an excellent opportunity to own a 2-bedroom, 1-bathroom single-story home in South Bend, an ideal choice for investors or those seeking a comfortable home with rental potential. Situated in the South Bend Community School District, this 648-square-foot property combines convenience with practicality. The home’s efficient one-level design features two spacious bedrooms, a full bathroom, and a welcoming living area, providing all the essentials in a manageable layout. The full basement adds valuable storage space and offers possibilities for future use. Equipped with gas heating, the property ensures comfortable and efficient warmth throughout the colder months. Located in a community-oriented area, is close to South Bend schools, parks, shops, and dining, with easy access to public transportation. This property offers great potential for investors looking to expand their portfolio or homebuyers seeking a manageable, well-situated home.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Allison Lehman

Bright Star Real Estate Services LLC Brokerage Phone: 574-253-8752 Listed on: 11/11/2024

Last Buyer's Agent

Alicia Olejnik

McKinnies Realty, LLC

McKinnies Realty, LLC

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Year Built

  • Built in 1882

Lot Details

  • 2,442 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 37x66
  • Level Lot

Home Design

  • Metal Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 648 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 1 Full Bathroom

Schools

  • Madison Elementary School
  • Navarre Middle School
  • Adams High School

Utilities

  • Heating System Uses Gas

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 71-08-11-109-002.000-026

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Year Built

Built in 1882

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Class: RESIDENTIAL
  • Property Sub Type: Site-Built Home
  • Year Built: 1882
  • Age: 143
  • Style: One Story
  • Total Number of Rooms: 4
  • Bedrooms: 2
  • Number Above Grade Bedrooms: 2
  • Total Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Legal Description: LOT 88 & NO 18 FT LOT 89 EX 55 FT W END & EX 32.6 FT E END COMMISSIONERS SUB OF BOL 79
  • Parcel Number ID: 71-08-11-109-002.000-026
  • Platted: Yes
  • Sp Lp Percent: 88.89
  • Year Taxes Payable: 2024
  • Special Features: None
  • Stories: 1

Interior Features

  • Total Sq Ft: 648
  • Total Finished Sq Ft: 648
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 648
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 61.73
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Foundation: Full Basement
  • Bedroom 1: Dimensions: 11x9, On Level: Main
  • Bedroom 2: Dimensions: 12x10, On Level: Main
  • Number of Main Level Full Bathrooms: 1

Exterior Features

  • Exterior: Metal
  • Outbuilding1: None

Utilities

  • Heating Fuel: Gas
  • Sewer: Public
  • Water Utilities: Public

Schools

  • School District: South Bend Community School Corp.
  • Elementary School: Madison
  • Middle School: Navarre
  • High School: Adams
  • Elementary School: Madison

Lot Info

  • Lot Description: Level
  • Lot Dimensions: 37X66
  • Estimated Lot Sq Ft: 2442
  • Estimated Lot Size Acres: 0.06
  • Lot Number: 8889

Tax Info

  • Annual Taxes: 1058.58
  • Total Assessed Value: 42600

MLS Schools

  • High School: Adams
  • Middle School: Navarre
  • School District: South Bend Community School Corp.

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Nov 11, 2024
Closed on
Mar 7, 2025
Sold by
Positiveside Management Llc
Bought by
Wimmer John Andrew
Seller's Agent
Allison Lehman
Bright Star Real Estate Services LLC
Buyer's Agent
Alicia Olejnik
McKinnies Realty, LLC
List Price
$50,000
Sold Price
$40,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$10,000
-20%
Views
110
Current Estimated Value
$48,916

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$8,916
Avg. Annual Appreciation
95.57%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 30, 2021
Sold by
Hantuba Chabota
Bought by
Positiveside Management Llc

Purchase Details

Listed on
Dec 15, 2014
Closed on
Jan 29, 2015
Sold by
Woods Jean Ella and Miller Eleanor
Bought by
Hantuba Chabota
Seller's Agent
Timothy Robinson
Action Realty of Northern IN
Buyer's Agent
Timothy Robinson
Action Realty of Northern IN
List Price
$15,900
Sold Price
$7,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$8,900
-55.97%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
20.51%
Source: Public Records

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed -- Fidelity National Title Compan
Warranty Deed $15,500 Fidelity National Title
Warranty Deed -- Metropolitan Title
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
03/07/2025 03/07/25 Sold $40,000 -11.1% $62 / Sq Ft
02/27/2025 02/27/25 Pending -- -- --
12/23/2024 12/23/24 Price Changed $45,000 -10.0% $69 / Sq Ft
11/11/2024 11/11/24 For Sale $50,000 +614.3% $77 / Sq Ft
01/28/2015 01/28/15 Sold $7,000 -56.0% $10 / Sq Ft
01/08/2015 01/08/15 Pending -- -- --
12/15/2014 12/15/14 For Sale $15,900 -- $22 / Sq Ft
Source: Indiana Regional MLS

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 $1,059 $42,500 $6,600 $35,900
2023 $1,016 $42,600 $6,600 $36,000
2022 $1,022 $42,600 $6,600 $36,000
2021 $765 $30,100 $2,600 $27,500
2020 $765 $30,100 $2,600 $27,500
2019 $513 $22,400 $2,000 $20,400
2018 $523 $19,300 $1,700 $17,600
2017 $519 $19,200 $1,700 $17,500
2016 $530 $19,200 $1,700 $17,500
2014 $494 $18,900 $1,700 $17,200
2013 $474 $18,100 $1,700 $16,400
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Allison Lehman

    Seller's Agent in 2025

    Allison Lehman

    Bright Star Real Estate Services LLC

    (574) 253-8752

    3 in this area

    19 Total Sales

    Allison Lehman
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  • Alicia Olejnik

    Buyer's Agent in 2025

    Alicia Olejnik

    McKinnies Realty, LLC

    (574) 220-3702

    1 in this area

    77 Total Sales

    Alicia Olejnik
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  • Timothy Robinson

    Seller's Agent in 2015

    Timothy Robinson

    Action Realty of Northern IN

    (574) 532-1292

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Map

Source: Indiana Regional MLS

MLS Number: 202443712

Indiana Regional MLS

APN: 71-08-11-109-002.000-026

Indiana St Joseph County South Bend 46616 Kennedy Park

1238 W Colfax Ave, South Bend, IN

This home is located at 1238 W Colfax Ave, South Bend, IN 46616 and is currently priced at $40,000, approximately $61 per square foot. This property was built in 1882. 1238 W Colfax Ave is a home located in St. Joseph County with nearby schools including Madison STEAM Academy, Navarre Middle School, and Adams High School.

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