NOT LISTED FOR SALE

143 Jefferson Ave Chesterton, IN 46304

Estimated Value: $215,000 - $242,597

2 Beds
1.5 Baths
1,132 Sq Ft
$207/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold July 20, 2018

Last sale price $135,000 $119 Per Sq Ft

Est. 71% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $1,588/month

17 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Deck
  • No HOA
  • 2.5 Car Detached Garage
  • Bailly Elementary School Rated A-
  • Covered Patio or Porch
  • Landscaped

About This Home

As of July 2018

Enjoy sitting on the covered porch of this lovely restored home steps away from downtown Chesterton. Indulge in Chesterton Farmer's Market, restaurants and shops and close proximity to schools. Enter the Freshly painted 2 bedroom, 1.5 bath and pay special attention to the woodwork and hand scraped wood floors. Main floor includes living room, dining room/ flex room, kitchen, full bath and laundry room. Original handcrafted wood staircase leads to 2 bright bedrooms and half bath. 2.5 car detached garage with alley access. Huge (28 X24) heated & AC bonus upper level plumbed for a bath. Unlimited potential for possible income rental, home office or hobbies. Nice side yard featuring two decks for outdoor enjoyment. Close to expressways, Indiana Dunes and National Lake Shore and 40 minutes from Chicago. PRICED UNDER ASSESSED VALUE!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Susie Jaskowiak

@properties/Christie's Intl RE License #RB15000468 Listed on: 06/20/2018

@properties/Christie's Intl RE

Last Buyer's Agent

Ann Liebler

Coldwell Banker Real Estate Gr License #RB14039603

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Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $1,996

Year Built

  • Built in 1910

Lot Details

  • 7,492 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 60 x 125
  • Landscaped

Parking

  • 2.5 Car Detached Garage
  • Garage Door Opener

Interior Spaces

  • 1,132 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property

Kitchen

  • Gas Range
  • Microwave
  • Freezer
  • Disposal

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Bedrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry on main level
  • Dryer

Outdoor Features

  • Deck
  • Covered Patio or Porch

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating System
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Shanks Add Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 640601210003000023

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$1,996

Year Built

Built in 1910

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Year Built: 1910
  • Reso Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • ResoLaundryFeatures: Main Level
  • ResoLotFeatures: Landscaped, Paved
  • Road Surface Type: Paved
  • Co List Office Mls Id: NRA2082
  • Subdivision Name: Shanks Add
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 1132
  • Garage Yn: Yes
  • Unit Levels: Two
  • Property Attached Yn: No
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Disposal, Dryer, Freezer, Gas Range, Microwave, Refrigerator
  • Basement: Crawl Space
  • Basement YN: No
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 2
  • ResoLivingAreaSource: Assessor

Exterior Features

  • Acres: 0.172
  • Construction Type: Vinyl Siding
  • Patio And Porch Features: Covered, Deck, Porch

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 2.5
  • Parking Features: Detached, Garage Door Opener

Utilities

  • Utilities: Cable Available, Electricity Available, Natural Gas Available
  • Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association: No

Schools

  • Junior High Dist: Duneland School Corporation

Lot Info

  • Lot Dimensions: 60 x 125
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 7492
  • Parcel #: 640601210003000023

Tax Info

  • Year: 2017
  • Tax Annual Amount: 1996

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jun 20, 2018
Closed on
Jul 27, 2018
Sold by
Maves Melanie
Bought by
Kerns Christian
Seller's Agent
Susie Jaskowiak
@properties/Christie's Intl RE
Buyer's Agent
Ann Liebler
Coldwell Banker Real Estate Gr
List Price
$135,000
Sold Price
$135,000
Current Estimated Value
$231,492

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$96,492
Avg. Annual Appreciation
7.75%
Interest Rate
4.54%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 26, 2014
Sold by
Coogan Christopher J and Coogan Jodi Inez
Bought by
Maves Melanie

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$112,917
Interest Rate
4.25%
Mortgage Type
FHA

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 29, 2011
Sold by
Coogan Christopher J
Bought by
Coogan Christopher J and Coogan Jodi Inez

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 29, 2006
Sold by
Fine Eric L and Fine Jennifer M
Bought by
Coogan Christopher J

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$123,500
Interest Rate
9.25%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
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
Kerns Christian $10 --
Maves Melanie -- Fidelity National Title Co
Coogan Christopher J -- None Available
Coogan Christopher J -- Ticor Title Insurance
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Closed Kerns Christian --
Previous Owner Maves Melanie $112,917
Previous Owner Maves Melanie $4,600
Previous Owner Coogan Christopher J $123,500
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
07/20/2018 07/20/18 Sold $135,000 0.0% $119 / Sq Ft
07/07/2018 07/07/18 Pending -- -- --
06/20/2018 06/20/18 For Sale $135,000 -- $119 / 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 $3,924 $191,300 $31,200 $160,100
2023 $3,608 $176,000 $27,800 $148,200
2022 $3,588 $161,600 $27,800 $133,800
2021 $3,363 $150,600 $27,800 $122,800
2020 $3,250 $145,500 $26,600 $118,900
2019 $4,069 $182,400 $26,600 $155,800
2018 $1,957 $175,100 $26,600 $148,500
2017 $1,996 $178,500 $26,600 $151,900
2016 $2,010 $185,000 $28,500 $156,500
2014 $1,913 $173,200 $26,700 $146,500
2013 -- $164,200 $27,000 $137,200
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Susie Jaskowiak

    Seller's Agent in 2018

    Susie Jaskowiak

    @properties/Christie's Intl RE

    (219) 508-6690

    9 in this area

    122 Total Sales

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    Buyer's Agent in 2018

    Ann Liebler

    Coldwell Banker Real Estate Gr

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Map

Source: Northwest Indiana Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 437234

Northwest Indiana Association of REALTORS®

APN: 64-06-01-210-003.000-023

Indiana Porter County Chesterton 46304

143 Jefferson Ave, Chesterton, IN

This home is located at 143 Jefferson Ave, Chesterton, IN 46304 since 20 June 2018 and is currently estimated at $234,149, approximately $206 per square foot. This property was built in 1910. 143 Jefferson Ave is a home located in Porter County with nearby schools including Bailly Elementary School, Westchester Intermediate School, and Chesterton Middle School.

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