NOT LISTED FOR SALE

156 Spectacle Dr Valparaiso, IN 46383

Estimated Value: $325,000 - $564,000

3 Beds
2.5 Baths
2,408 Sq Ft
$180/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold July 10, 2012

Last sale price $294,000 $122 Per Sq Ft

Est. 47% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $2,832/month

54 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Lake Front
  • Docks
  • Deck
  • Cooks Corners Elementary School Rated A
  • 2.27 Acre Lot
  • Recreation Room

About This Home

As of July 2012

You really can have it all! Live the dream & satisfy your recreational desires in this spectacular lakefront home. Have the best of both worlds here, enjoy the tranquility of quiet Spectacle Lake, or take advantage of lake rights for bigger Loomis Lake. There are incredible lake views from every window in this meticulously maintained 2408 fin SF ranch home. Stunning new wood ceiling in the open concept main level living area. Kitchen has granite counters. Light & bright sun room off of kitchen. Master suite has cathedral ceiling, skylite & sliders to deck overlooking the lake. Main floor laundry. Impressive 2nd & 3rd bedroom sizes which also have extra tall ceilings, & large windows overlooking the lake. Main floor living area opens to a 11'x52' deck, & lower level rec room opens to a 10'x42' patio which connects to a 20'x42'deck which leads to a 75' pier. Paradise found on the lovely 2.27 acre setting. **PLEASE NOTE THAT NO TAX EXEMPTIONS ARE FILED.** Check out the VIRTUAL MEDIA.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Sheryl Barnard

McColly Real Estate License #RB14012985 Listed on: 04/26/2012

McColly Real Estate

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $3,406

Year Built

  • Built in 1997

Lot Details

  • 2.27 Acre Lot
  • Lake Front
  • Landscaped
  • Corner Lot
  • Paved or Partially Paved Lot
  • Wooded Lot

Parking

  • 2.5 Car Attached Garage
  • Garage Door Opener

Home Design

  • Ranch Style House
  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Vinyl Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 2,408 Sq Ft Home
  • Cathedral Ceiling
  • Skylights
  • Living Room
  • Recreation Room
  • Sun or Florida Room
  • Walk-Out Basement

Kitchen

  • Portable Gas Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • En-Suite Primary Bedroom

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Laundry on main level
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Outdoor Features

  • Docks
  • Deck
  • Covered Patio or Porch
  • Exterior Lighting
  • Storage Shed

Utilities

  • No Cooling
  • Forced Air Heating System
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas
  • Water Rights
  • Well
  • Water Softener is Owned
  • Cable TV Available

Community Details

  • Ericksons Spectacle Lake Subdivision
  • Net Lease

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 640901301011000003

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$3,406

Year Built

Built in 1997

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Year Built: 1997
  • Reso Property Sub Type: Single Family Detach
  • ResoLotFeatures: Acreage, Corner Lot, Lake Front, Landscaped, Wooded, Water Rights, Paved Road
  • ResoOtherEquipment: Cable TV Hookup
  • Co List Office Mls Id: GNR233
  • Subdivision Name: Ericksons Spectacle Lake
  • Architectural Style: Ranch/1 Sty/Bungalow
  • GNR_Exterior: Brick,Vinyl
  • GNR_UnfinishedSquareFootage: 84
  • GNR_HeatSystem: Forced Air
  • GNR_HOAPOAAnnualAmount: 0
  • GNR_Septic: No
  • GNR_TotalLessBasement: 0
  • GNR_MunicipalWater: Yes
  • GNR_Well: Yes
  • GNR_TotalBathrooms: 3
  • GNR_FullBathrooms: 0
  • GNR_HalfBathrooms: 0
  • Special Features: VirtualTour
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Portable Gas Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Water Softener Owned
  • Interior Amenities: Cathedral/Vaulted Ceiling, Main Floor Laundry, Main Floor Bedroom, Finished Laundry Rm, Main Bedroom Bath, Skylight(s), Sun Room
  • Basement: Walk Out
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Three Quarter Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 3

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: Boat Dock/Mooring, Landscape Lighting, Patio, Porch-Covered, Storage Shed, Deck
  • Acres: 2.27

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 2.5
  • Parking Features: Attached, Heated, Garage Door Opener

Utilities

  • Utilities: On
  • Cooling Y N: No
  • Heating: Natural Gas

Schools

  • Junior High Dist: Valparaiso

Lot Info

  • Lot Dimensions: Irreg
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 98881
  • ResoLotSizeUnits: Acres
  • Parcel #: 640901301011000003
  • ResoLotSizeUnits: Acres

Tax Info

  • Year: 2011
  • Tax Annual Amount: 3406

Multi Family

  • Existing Lease Type: Net

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Apr 26, 2012
Closed on
Jul 10, 2012
Sold by
Phillips Harry B and Phillips Mary Lou
Bought by
Porter Neonatal Group Pc
Seller's Agent
Sheryl Barnard
McColly Real Estate
List Price
$294,000
Sold Price
$294,000
Current Estimated Value
$432,288

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$138,288
Avg. Annual Appreciation
2.94%
Original Mortgage
$232,000
Interest Rate
3.64%
Mortgage Type
Future Advance Clause Open End 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
Porter Neonatal Group Pc -- Community Title Company
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Closed Porter Neonatal Group Pc $232,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
07/10/2012 07/10/12 Sold $294,000 0.0% $122 / Sq Ft
06/19/2012 06/19/12 Pending -- -- --
04/26/2012 04/26/12 For Sale $294,000 -- $122 / 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 $6,780 $384,900 $83,800 $301,100
2023 $6,640 $390,900 $83,700 $307,200
2022 $6,252 $364,300 $83,700 $280,600
2021 $6,307 $322,800 $83,700 $239,100
2020 $6,174 $303,800 $76,100 $227,700
2019 $6,169 $295,400 $76,100 $219,300
2018 $6,056 $289,500 $76,100 $213,400
2017 $5,933 $285,300 $76,100 $209,200
2016 $5,676 $293,300 $86,500 $206,800
2014 $4,534 $271,900 $80,600 $191,300
2013 -- $257,400 $80,100 $177,300
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

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    Seller's Agent in 2012

    Sheryl Barnard

    McColly Real Estate

    (219) 395-0448

    13 in this area

    42 Total Sales

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Map

Source: Northwest Indiana Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: GNR306413

Northwest Indiana Association of REALTORS®

APN: 64-09-01-301-011.000-003

Indiana Porter County Valparaiso 46383

156 Spectacle Dr, Valparaiso, IN

This home is located at 156 Spectacle Dr, Valparaiso, IN 46383 since 26 April 2012 and is currently estimated at $432,288, approximately $179 per square foot. This property was built in 1997. 156 Spectacle Dr is a home located in Porter County with nearby schools including Cooks Corners Elementary School, Thomas Jefferson Middle School, and Valparaiso High School.

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