NOT LISTED FOR SALE

1653 Muscatatuck Dr Valparaiso, IN 46385

Estimated Value: $336,988 - $375,000

3 Beds
2.5 Baths
1,952 Sq Ft
$182/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold October 25, 2019

Last sale price $219,900 $113 Per Sq Ft

Est. 61% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $2,033/month

57 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Deck
  • Wood Burning Stove
  • 1 Fireplace
  • Ben Franklin Middle School Rated A
  • Wood Flooring
  • Skylights

About This Home

As of October 2019

Welcome to 1653 Muscatatuck Drive in sought-after Heritage Valley of Valparaiso! This 3 bedroom, 3 bath home has an open concept floor plan featuring bold woodwork on the vaulted ceilings and its hardwood floors. The floor to ceiling stone backed wood burning stove will warm the rooms on those chilly evenings. There is plenty of outdoor entertaining room whether on the front deck with pergola or the back fenced in yard that features an XL Deck. The outdoor gazebo and swing set stay. The Master Bedroom is truly a suite with double french door entry way leading you to the large sitting room, walk-out balcony overlooking the backyard, walk in closet, and en-suite bath. Kitchen features stainless appliances. The large enclosed foyer makes for an excellent mudroom. Sellers recently installed new gutter-guards. This home is a MUST-SEE and will check off all your MUST-HAVE'S! Schedule today!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Peter LaSalle

Listing Leaders License #RB14037664 Listed on: 08/28/2019

Listing Leaders

Last Buyer's Agent

Gary Thompson

Springer Real Estate Company License #RB14047725

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $1,907

Year Built

  • Built in 1980

Lot Details

  • 0.33 Acre Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 16x158
  • Landscaped

Parking

  • 2 Car Attached Garage
  • Garage Door Opener
  • Off-Street Parking

Interior Spaces

  • 1,952 Sq Ft Home
  • 1.5-Story Property
  • Skylights
  • 1 Fireplace
  • Wood Burning Stove

Kitchen

  • Gas Range
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Carpet
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms

Outdoor Features

  • Deck

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 640927429026000003

Community Details

Overview

  • Property has a Home Owners Association
  • Margaret Dragus Association, Phone Number (219) 923-2812
  • Heritage Vly Ph 03 Subdivision

Amenities

  • Community Storage Space

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$1,907

Year Built

Built in 1980

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Year Built: 1980
  • Reso Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • ResoLotFeatures: Landscaped, Level, Paved
  • Road Surface Type: Paved
  • ResoOtherEquipment: None
  • Co List Office Mls Id: NRAgenericoffice
  • Subdivision Name: Heritage Vly Ph 03
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 1952
  • Garage Yn: Yes
  • Unit Levels: One and One Half
  • Reso Other Structures: Shed(s), Storage
  • Property Attached Yn: No
  • ResoWindowFeatures: Skylight(s)
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Gas Range, Refrigerator
  • Interior Amenities: Cathedral Ceiling(s), Vaulted Ceiling(s)
  • Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood, Tile
  • Basement YN: No
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Fireplace Features: Wood Burning Stove
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • ResoLivingAreaSource: Assessor

Exterior Features

  • Acres: 0.334
  • Construction Type: Vinyl Siding
  • Foundation Details: Slab
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Parking Features: Attached, Garage Door Opener, Off Street

Utilities

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

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Community Features: Curbs
  • Association Fee: 100
  • Association Name: Margaret Dragus
  • Phone: 219-923-2812
  • Association: Yes

Lot Info

  • Lot Dimensions: 16x158
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 14549
  • Parcel #: 640927429026000003

Tax Info

  • Year: 2018
  • Tax Annual Amount: 1907

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Aug 28, 2019
Closed on
Oct 23, 2019
Sold by
Brown George R
Bought by
Gilmore Matthew V and Gilmore Alicia C
Seller's Agent
Peter LaSalle
Listing Leaders
Buyer's Agent
Gary Thompson
Springer Real Estate Company
List Price
$219,900
Sold Price
$219,900
Current Estimated Value
$354,497

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$134,597
Avg. Annual Appreciation
8.27%
Original Mortgage
$184,900
Outstanding Balance
$162,639
Interest Rate
3.7%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$191,859

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 15, 2008
Sold by
Mouw Scott A and Mouw Colleen B
Bought by
Brown George R

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$192,460
Interest Rate
6.3%
Mortgage Type
FHA

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 31, 2005
Sold by
Croteau Jacqueline L
Bought by
Mouw Scott A and Mouw Colleen B

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$158,900
Interest Rate
6.43%
Mortgage Type
Fannie Mae Freddie Mac
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
Gilmore Matthew V -- Chicago Title Co Llc
Brown George R -- Chicago Title Insurance Co
Mouw Scott A -- Meridian Title Corp
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Gilmore Matthew V $184,900
Previous Owner Brown George R $192,460
Previous Owner Mouw Scott A $158,900
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
10/25/2019 10/25/19 Sold $219,900 0.0% $113 / Sq Ft
10/24/2019 10/24/19 Pending -- -- --
08/28/2019 08/28/19 For Sale $219,900 -- $113 / 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 $2,131 $279,600 $57,400 $222,200
2023 $2,258 $258,200 $52,400 $205,800
2022 $2,258 $252,700 $52,400 $200,300
2021 $2,179 $225,400 $52,400 $173,000
2020 $2,073 $211,200 $45,400 $165,800
2019 $1,947 $196,000 $45,400 $150,600
2018 $1,907 $192,700 $45,400 $147,300
2017 $1,846 $191,300 $45,400 $145,900
2016 $1,564 $175,600 $52,000 $123,600
2014 $1,241 $174,000 $51,700 $122,300
2013 -- $167,900 $52,900 $115,000
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Peter LaSalle

    Seller's Agent in 2019

    Peter LaSalle

    Listing Leaders

    (941) 350-0651

    38 in this area

    245 Total Sales

    Peter LaSalle
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    Buyer's Agent in 2019

    Gary Thompson

    Springer Real Estate Company

    (219) 670-3066

    12 Total Sales

    Gary Thompson
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Map

Source: Northwest Indiana Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 461760

Northwest Indiana Association of REALTORS®

APN: 64-09-27-429-026.000-003

Indiana Porter County Valparaiso 46385

1653 Muscatatuck Dr, Valparaiso, IN

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