Richard Tokarz
Advanced Real Estate, LLC
(219) 501-5437
92 Total Sales
2 in Porter
$325K - $376K Price Range
1509 Birch St Chesterton, IN 46304
Porter AreaEstimated Value: $342,814
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,798
Sq Ft
$191/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- Wooded Lot
- No HOA
- Country Kitchen
- Newton Yost Elementary School Rated A-
- Covered Patio or Porch
- 2.5 Car Attached Garage
About This Home
As of June 2015Impressive detail in this 2 story cape cod style home! Upper level features: generously sized bedrooms with dormers for extra space and both with double closets, premium storage in step in attic space, full bathroom is large! Lower level features: custom mold and trim in living and dining room; formal dining room currently being used as an office with custom built cabinetry and work station; hand-scraped hickory hard wood flooring throughout main level including living room, office/dining area and master bedroom; master bedroom includes custom closet organizers; kitchen hosts plenty of counter space and cabinetry, custom ceramic tile backsplash and durastone flooring; kitchen is large eat-in and leads you to the 20x12 - 3 seasons room with great views of backyard - this room is literally used all year long thanks to the fireplace; laundry/mudroom off of garage assists with quick access in and out.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
McColly Real Estate License #RB14025141 Listed on: 04/10/2015
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Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $1,743
Year Built
- Built in 1999
Lot Details
- 10,106 Sq Ft Lot
- Lot Dimensions are 75 x 135
- Landscaped
- Wooded Lot
Parking
- 2.5 Car Attached Garage
- Garage Door Opener
Interior Spaces
- 1,798 Sq Ft Home
- 1.5-Story Property
- Recreation Room with Fireplace
- Crawl Space
- Laundry on main level
Kitchen
- Country Kitchen
- Gas Range
- Range Hood
- Dishwasher
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms
- 2 Full Bathrooms
Outdoor Features
- Covered Patio or Porch
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
- Well
- Water Softener is Owned
- Satellite Dish
- Cable TV Available
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
- Dune Forest Subdivision
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 640323485002000026
Ownership History
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Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Closed on
Dec 23, 2020
Sold by
Kratzenberg Susan A and Burke Susan A
Bought by
Current Estimated Value
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$112,000
Outstanding Balance
$97,391
Interest Rate
2.7%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$245,423
Purchase Details
Listed on
Apr 10, 2015
Closed on
Jun 8, 2015
Sold by
Himmel Karen L
Bought by
Himmel Karen L and Karen L Himmel Trust
Seller's Agent
Lynda Anderson
McColly Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
Debra Lightfoot
McColly Real Estate
List Price
$182,500
Sold Price
$182,500
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
5.75%
Original Mortgage
$125,000
Interest Rate
0.78%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
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Purchase History
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| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| -- | Meridian Title Corp | ||
| Himmel Karen L | -- | Liberty Title | |
| Karen L Himmel Trust | -- | None Available |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
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| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $112,000 | ||
| Closed | Himmel Karen L | $125,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Himmel Karen L | -- | |
| Previous Owner | Himmel Karen L | $51,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Himmel Karen L | $75,000 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
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| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06/08/2015 06/08/15 | Sold | $182,500 | 0.0% | $102 / Sq Ft |
| 05/14/2015 05/14/15 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 04/10/2015 04/10/15 | For Sale | $182,500 | -- | $102 / 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 | $3,164 | $297,700 | $27,000 | $270,700 |
| 2024 | $3,164 | $283,000 | $27,000 | $256,000 |
| 2023 | $2,952 | $266,600 | $25,100 | $241,500 |
| 2022 | $2,744 | $246,300 | $25,100 | $221,200 |
| 2021 | $2,415 | $215,700 | $25,100 | $190,600 |
| 2020 | $2,376 | $212,300 | $21,900 | $190,400 |
| 2019 | $2,016 | $180,800 | $21,900 | $158,900 |
| 2018 | $1,933 | $173,600 | $21,900 | $151,700 |
| 2017 | $2,038 | $182,800 | $21,900 | $160,900 |
| 2016 | $2,020 | $181,200 | $21,900 | $159,300 |
| 2014 | $1,742 | $158,100 | $19,800 | $138,300 |
| 2013 | -- | $151,800 | $20,200 | $131,600 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Lynda Anderson
Seller's Agent in 2015
Lynda Anderson
McColly Real Estate
(219) 405-5294
234 Total Sales
-
Debra Lightfoot
Buyer's Agent in 2015
Debra Lightfoot
McColly Real Estate
(219) 921-9995
74 Total Sales
Map
Source: Northwest Indiana Association of REALTORS®
MLS Number: 369205
APN: 64-03-23-485-002.000-026
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