NOT LISTED FOR SALE

134 Smoke Rd Valparaiso, IN 46385

Porter County Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $418,000 - $454,000

3 Beds
2.5 Baths
2,926 Sq Ft
$149/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold May 30, 2012

Last sale price $226,500 $77 Per Sq Ft

Est. 93% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $2,536/month

176 Days on Market

Highlights

  • 1.39 Acre Lot
  • Deck
  • 2 Car Attached Garage
  • Morgan Township Elementary School Rated A-
  • Balcony
  • Patio

About This Home

As of May 2012

Immaculate, updated quad level home ready to move into, sits on 1.385 mature landscaped, pristine acres. The grounds has several floral focal points and a fire pit which makes a stroll through the grounds a true adventure. The main level large eat- in kitchen off the formal dining room has corian counter-tops and beautiful upscale cabinets. Sliding doors off the kitchen lead to a multi level deck & secluded back yard great for entertaining. All floors are carpet or ceramic. The basement is finished and has its own kitchen, dining area and living room, related living is possible. Home has low E glass windows, Pella doors, high efficiency furnace & Kinetico water softner. The attached 2 car garage is finished and there is also a matching 16' x 20' shed with lots of storage space.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

John Greaves

Dream Team Agents, LLC License #RB14040854 Listed on: 12/05/2011

Last Buyer's Agent

Mary Swanson

Morgin Realty License #RB14021217

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $1,344

Year Built

  • Built in 1975

Lot Details

  • 1.39 Acre Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 200x255.61
  • Landscaped

Parking

  • 2 Car Attached Garage

Home Design

  • Quad-Level Property
  • Brick Foundation

Interior Spaces

  • Great Room with Fireplace
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Basement

Kitchen

  • Electric Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms

Outdoor Features

  • Balcony
  • Deck
  • Patio

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas
  • Well
  • Water Softener is Owned

Community Details

  • Community Storage Space

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 641211276005000008

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$1,344

Year Built

Built in 1975

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Year Built: 1975
  • Reso Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • ResoLotFeatures: Landscaped, Level, Open Lot, Paved
  • Road Surface Type: Paved
  • Co List Office Mls Id: NRA1924
  • Subdivision Name: None
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 1488
  • Garage Yn: Yes
  • Unit Levels: Quad-Level
  • Reso Other Structures: Shed(s), Storage
  • Property Attached Yn: No
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Electric Range, Exhaust Fan, Microwave, Refrigerator, Water Softener Owned
  • Interior Amenities: Cathedral Ceiling(s), Cedar Closet(s), In-Law Floorplan, Vaulted Ceiling(s)
  • Basement: Interior Entry
  • Basement YN: Yes
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Three Quarter Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Below Grade Sq Ft: 1438
  • Fireplace Features: Great Room, Living Room
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • ResoLivingAreaSource: Assessor

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: Balcony
  • Acres: 1.385
  • Construction Type: Brick, Wood Siding
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck, Patio

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Parking Features: Attached

Utilities

  • Sewer: Septic Tank
  • Utilities: Cable Available
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
  • Water Source: Well

Schools

  • Junior High Dist: Porter Township

Lot Info

  • Lot Dimensions: 200x255.61
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 60331
  • Parcel #: 641211276005000008

Tax Info

  • Year: 2009
  • Tax Annual Amount: 1344

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Dec 5, 2011
Closed on
May 30, 2012
Sold by
Foremen James G and Foreman Sandra M
Bought by
Matherna Robert and Matherna Kimberly I
Seller's Agent
John Greaves
Dream Team Agents, LLC
Buyer's Agent
Mary Swanson
Morgin Realty
List Price
$226,500
Sold Price
$226,500
Current Estimated Value
$437,260

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$210,760
Avg. Annual Appreciation
5.02%
Original Mortgage
$215,175
Interest Rate
3.9%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
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
Matherna Robert -- Fidelity National Title
Mathena Robert -- Fidelity Natl Title Ins Co
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Previous Owner Mathena Robert $215,175
Previous Owner Matherna Robert $222,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
05/30/2012 05/30/12 Sold $226,500 0.0% $77 / Sq Ft
05/29/2012 05/29/12 Pending -- -- --
12/05/2011 12/05/11 For Sale $226,500 -- $77 / 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 $2,767 $398,000 $46,900 $351,100
2023 $2,627 $381,700 $41,200 $340,500
2022 $2,666 $343,100 $41,200 $301,900
2021 $2,474 $306,400 $41,200 $265,200
2020 $2,200 $276,600 $35,800 $240,800
2019 $1,932 $243,000 $35,800 $207,200
2018 $1,933 $246,500 $35,800 $210,700
2017 $1,878 $243,100 $35,800 $207,300
2016 $1,688 $227,500 $36,600 $190,900
2014 $1,716 $221,800 $35,400 $186,400
2013 -- $214,200 $35,800 $178,400
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • J

    Seller's Agent in 2012

    John Greaves

    Dream Team Agents, LLC

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  • M

    Buyer's Agent in 2012

    Mary Swanson

    Morgin Realty

    (219) 345-7653

    1 in this area

    27 Total Sales

    Mary Swanson
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Map

Source: Northwest Indiana Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 298264

Northwest Indiana Association of REALTORS®

APN: 64-12-11-276-005.000-008

Indiana Porter County Valparaiso 46385 Porter County

134 Smoke Rd, Valparaiso, IN

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