NOT LISTED FOR SALE

1646 Central Ave Whiting, IN 46394

Whiting Area

Estimated Value: $517,000 - $531,000

4 Beds
3 Baths
3,974 Sq Ft
$132/Sq Ft Est. Value

Sale Details

Date Sold: July 25, 2022

Last sale price $450,000 $113 Per Sq Ft

Est. 17% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $3,209 / mo

6 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Corner Lot
  • Country Kitchen
  • Sun or Florida Room
  • Formal Dining Room
  • 2.5 Car Attached Garage

About This Home

As of July 2022

MUST SEE Stunning historical home designed by architect Frank P. Allen for Dr. Humphreys of Standard Oil. Built in 1916, this sun-drenched all-brick home sits on a meticulously landscaped corner lot. Seller has lovingly restored the home to its original grandeur, while updating the kitchen and baths to meet the demands of today's buyer. With nearly 4000 square feet of finished living space, there is so much to love in this 4 bedroom home. From the gorgeous grand foyer w/crystal chandelier to the extravagant living room which boasts solid wood beamed ceilings, beveled leaded glass and wood French doors, and a wood burning fireplace. Additional features include a formal dining room, sunroom, original butler's pantry, six interior staircases and a fully restored 106 year old clay tile roof! Attached 2 car garage w/2 add'l exterior parking spots. Located on a quiet tree-lined residential street close to 119th Street and Whihala Beach with easy access to the Skyway + downtown Chicago.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Lesley Sweeney

Encore Sotheby's International License #RB19000410 Listed on: 05/26/2022

Encore Sotheby's International

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $2,619

Year Built

  • Built in 1916

Lot Details

  • 6,100 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 50 x 122
  • Landscaped
  • Corner Lot
  • Paved or Partially Paved Lot

Parking

  • 2.5 Car Attached Garage

Home Design

  • Brick Exterior Construction

Interior Spaces

  • 3,974 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • 2 Fireplaces
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Recreation Room with Fireplace
  • Sun or Florida Room
  • Natural lighting in basement
  • Attic Stairs

Kitchen

  • Country Kitchen
  • Portable Gas Range
  • Range Hood
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms
  • En-Suite Primary Bedroom
  • Bathroom on Main Level

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Utilities

  • Cooling System Mounted To A Wall/Window
  • Radiator
  • Hot Water Heating System
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas
  • TV Antenna

Community Details

  • Forsyths Add 03 Subdivision
  • Net Lease

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 450306455034000025

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$2,619

Year Built

Built in 1916

Lot Details

6,100 Sq Ft Lot

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Year Built: 1916
  • Reso Property Sub Type: Single Family Detach
  • ResoLotFeatures: Corner Lot, Curbs, Landscaped, Paved Road, Sidewalks
  • ResoOtherEquipment: TV Antenna
  • Co List Office Mls Id: GNR1991
  • Subdivision Name: Forsyths Add 03
  • Architectural Style: Two Story
  • GNR_Exterior: Brick
  • GNR_UnfinishedSquareFootage: 1362
  • GNR_HeatSystem: Hot Water
  • GNR_HOAPOAAnnualAmount: 0
  • GNR_Septic: No
  • GNR_TotalLessBasement: 0
  • GNR_MunicipalWater: Yes
  • GNR_Well: No
  • GNR_TotalBathrooms: 2.5
  • GNR_FullBathrooms: 0
  • GNR_HalfBathrooms: 0
  • GNR_RealEstateOwnedYN: false
  • GNR_SewerYN: true
  • GNR_ShortSaleYN: false
  • Special Features: VirtualTour
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Exhaust Hood, Portable Gas Range, Microwave, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Washer, Window/Wall Air Cond
  • Interior Amenities: Attic Stairway, Country Kitchen, Formal Dining, FP Living/Great Room, FP Rec Room, Main Bedroom Bath, Main Floor Bathroom, Sun Room
  • Basement: Daylight
  • Basement YN: Yes
  • Half Bathrooms: 2
  • Three Quarter Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Fireplaces: 2

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: None
  • Acres: 0.14

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 2.5
  • Parking Features: Attached

Utilities

  • Cooling Y N: No
  • Heating: Natural Gas, Radiator(s)

Lot Info

  • Lot Dimensions: 50 x 122
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 6100
  • Parcel #: 450306455034000025

Tax Info

  • Year: 2020
  • Tax Annual Amount: 2619

Multi Family

  • Existing Lease Type: Net

Ownership History

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Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
May 26, 2022
Closed on
Jul 19, 2022
Sold by
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Lesley Sweeney
Encore Sotheby's International
List Price
$450,000
Sold Price
$450,000
Current Estimated Value
$525,717

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$75,717
Avg. Annual Appreciation
4.01%
Original Mortgage
$436,500
Interest Rate
0.0581%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Listed on
Apr 4, 2017
Closed on
Jun 6, 2017
Sold by
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Brian Waters
Mentor Listing Realty, Inc.
List Price
$250,000
Sold Price
$250,000

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
12.12%
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

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Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
-- Drake Andrew R
-- Chicago Title Ins Co
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

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Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open $436,500
Previous Owner $78,746
Previous Owner $100,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

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Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
07/25/2022 07/25/22 Sold $450,000 0.0% $113 / Sq Ft
06/01/2022 06/01/22 Pending -- -- --
05/26/2022 05/26/22 For Sale $450,000 +80.0% $113 / Sq Ft
06/06/2017 06/06/17 Sold $250,000 0.0% $72 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
05/23/2017 05/23/17 Pending -- -- --
04/04/2017 04/04/17 For Sale $250,000 -- $72 / 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 $4,429 $539,100 $60,600 $478,500
2024 $19,512 $471,600 $60,600 $411,000
2023 $4,429 $442,900 $60,600 $382,300
2022 $2,903 $290,300 $60,600 $229,700
2021 $2,625 $262,500 $31,100 $231,400
2020 $2,619 $261,900 $31,100 $230,800
2019 $2,457 $245,700 $31,100 $214,600
2018 $2,311 $230,300 $31,100 $199,200
2017 $1,959 $195,100 $31,100 $164,000
2016 $1,831 $182,200 $31,100 $151,100
2014 $1,850 $175,500 $31,100 $144,400
2013 $1,876 $175,900 $31,100 $144,800
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Lesley Sweeney

    Seller's Agent in 2022

    Lesley Sweeney

    Encore Sotheby's International

    (312) 953-6590

    167 Total Sales

    Lesley Sweeney
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    Seller's Agent in 2017

    Brian Waters

    Mentor Listing Realty, Inc.

    (866) 269-1006

    413 Total Sales

    Brian Waters
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Map

Source: Northwest Indiana Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: GNR513100

Northwest Indiana Association of REALTORS®

APN: 45-03-06-455-034.000-025

Indiana Lake County Whiting 46394

1646 Central Ave, Whiting, IN

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