NOT LISTED FOR SALE

17613 Merlin Dr Lowell, IN 46356

Cedar Creek Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $284,000 - $321,000

3 Beds
2 Baths
1,660 Sq Ft
$183/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold May 19, 2022

Last sale price $277,000 $167 Per Sq Ft

Est. 9% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $2,275/month

4 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Deck
  • Cathedral Ceiling
  • Cooling Available
  • Recreation Room
  • 2.5 Car Detached Garage
  • Living Room

About This Home

As of May 2022

This UPDATED Home in Established Castlebrook Neighborhood sits on an Approximately 1/3 Acre Lot! Kitchen Features an Abundance of Cabinets and an Island with a Separate Sink. Upstairs Bedroom has a Sliding Door and Access to the Deck and Rear Yard. The Lower Level Bedroom has Recessed Lighting, a Make-up Station, Full Walk-in Closet, and 3/4 Bath. The Lower Level also Includes a Finished Family Room and Separate Laundry/Utility Room. Newer Flooring Throughout. The Garage is a Spacious 22' X 28' so there's Plenty of Room for that Oversized Vehicle and Plenty of Cabinets for Storage. The Backyard is Fenced and has a Large Deck and Brick Paver Patio. The C/A, Fence, Deck, and Patio were All New 2020. Close to Shopping, Restaurants, School and Park. Easy Access to Rt. 41 and I-65. This Home is Truly a Must See!

Last Listed By

Joseph Rogowski

McColly Real Estate License #RB14017007 Listed on: 04/14/2022

McColly Real Estate

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $2,253

Year Built

  • Built in 1982

Lot Details

  • 0.32 Acre Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 89' x 155'
  • Fenced

Parking

  • 2.5 Car Detached Garage
  • Garage Door Opener

Home Design

  • Vinyl Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 1,660 Sq Ft Home
  • Multi-Level Property
  • Cathedral Ceiling
  • Living Room
  • Recreation Room
  • Natural lighting in basement
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms

Outdoor Features

  • Deck

Schools

  • Lowell Middle School
  • Lowell Senior High School

Utilities

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

Community Details

  • Castlebrook 01 Subdivision
  • Net Lease

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 451924177008000008

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$2,253

Year Built

Built in 1982

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Year Built: 1982
  • Co List Office Mls Id: GNR254
  • Subdivision Name: Castlebrook 01
  • Architectural Style: Multi-Level
  • GNR_Exterior: Vinyl
  • GNR_UnfinishedSquareFootage: 0
  • GNR_HeatSystem: Forced Air
  • GNR_HOAPOAAnnualAmount: 0
  • GNR_Septic: No
  • GNR_TotalLessBasement: 0
  • GNR_MunicipalWater: Yes
  • GNR_Well: No
  • GNR_TotalBathrooms: 1.75
  • GNR_FullBathrooms: 0
  • GNR_HalfBathrooms: 0
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Dishwasher
  • Interior Amenities: Cathedral/Vaulted Ceiling
  • Basement: Daylight
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Three Quarter Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 3

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: Deck, Fence
  • Acres: 0.3167

Garage/Parking

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

Utilities

  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • Heating: Natural Gas

Schools

  • Middle Or Junior School: Lowell Middle School

Lot Info

  • Lot Dimensions: 89' X 155'
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 13795
  • Parcel #: 451924177008000008

Tax Info

  • Year: 2021
  • Tax Annual Amount: 2253

Multi Family

  • Existing Lease Type: Net

MLS Schools

  • HighSchool: Lowell Senior High School

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Apr 14, 2022
Closed on
May 18, 2022
Sold by
King Ryan M
Bought by
Sims Donny Ray and Sims Lindsey Rachel
Seller's Agent
Joseph Rogowski
McColly Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
Cindy Jones
McColly Real Estate
List Price
$277,000
Sold Price
$277,000
Total Days on Market
4
Current Estimated Value
$302,977

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$25,977
Avg. Annual Appreciation
3.07%
Original Mortgage
$271,982
Outstanding Balance
$260,670
Interest Rate
5.3%
Mortgage Type
FHA
Estimated Equity
$42,307

Purchase Details

Listed on
Oct 15, 2020
Closed on
Dec 2, 2020
Sold by
Malamatos George Mark
Bought by
King Ryan M and King Jessica
Seller's Agent
Tiffany Dowling
Keller Williams Preferred Real
Buyer's Agent
Joseph Rogowski
McColly Real Estate
List Price
$247,900
Sold Price
$247,900

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
7.90%
Original Mortgage
$243,409
Interest Rate
2.8%
Mortgage Type
FHA

Purchase Details

Listed on
Apr 23, 2014
Closed on
Nov 3, 2014
Sold by
Tucker Janice L and Obrien Janice L
Bought by
Malmatos George Mark
Seller's Agent
Michelle Hurckes
Century 21 Circle
Buyer's Agent
Debra Ensweiler
Listing Leaders
List Price
$143,000
Sold Price
$143,000

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
9.47%
Original Mortgage
$145,918
Interest Rate
4.19%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

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
Sims Donny Ray -- Community Title
King Ryan M -- Chicago Title Insurance Co
Malmatos George Mark -- Community Title Co
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Sims Donny Ray $271,982
Previous Owner King Ryan M $243,409
Previous Owner Malamatos George M $142,216
Previous Owner Malmatos George Mark $145,918
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
05/19/2022 05/19/22 Sold $277,000 0.0% $167 / Sq Ft
04/18/2022 04/18/22 Pending -- -- --
04/14/2022 04/14/22 For Sale $277,000 +11.7% $167 / Sq Ft
12/02/2020 12/02/20 Sold $247,900 0.0% $149 / Sq Ft
11/16/2020 11/16/20 Pending -- -- --
10/15/2020 10/15/20 For Sale $247,900 +73.4% $149 / Sq Ft
11/03/2014 11/03/14 Sold $143,000 0.0% $86 / Sq Ft
10/23/2014 10/23/14 Pending -- -- --
04/23/2014 04/23/14 For Sale $143,000 -- $86 / 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 $7,144 $276,000 $42,900 $233,100
2023 $2,590 $269,500 $42,900 $226,600
2022 $2,590 $260,900 $42,900 $218,000
2021 $2,253 $227,000 $33,400 $193,600
2020 $1,495 $155,600 $33,400 $122,200
2019 $1,572 $150,100 $33,400 $116,700
2018 $1,512 $145,600 $33,400 $112,200
2017 $1,675 $149,100 $33,400 $115,700
2016 $1,483 $145,900 $33,400 $112,500
2014 $1,506 $147,200 $33,300 $113,900
2013 $1,518 $143,500 $33,400 $110,100
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Joseph Rogowski

    Seller's Agent in 2022

    Joseph Rogowski

    McColly Real Estate

    (219) 791-4757

    4 in this area

    145 Total Sales

    Joseph Rogowski
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  • Cindy Jones

    Buyer's Agent in 2022

    Cindy Jones

    McColly Real Estate

    (219) 775-4151

    11 in this area

    31 Total Sales

    Cindy Jones
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  • Tiffany Dowling

    Seller's Agent in 2020

    Tiffany Dowling

    Keller Williams Preferred Real

    (219) 808-7584

    93 in this area

    338 Total Sales

    Tiffany Dowling
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  • Michelle Hurckes

    Seller's Agent in 2014

    Michelle Hurckes

    Century 21 Circle

    (708) 983-8315

    8 in this area

    60 Total Sales

    Michelle Hurckes
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  • D

    Buyer's Agent in 2014

    Debra Ensweiler

    Listing Leaders

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Source: Northwest Indiana Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: GNR510563

Northwest Indiana Association of REALTORS®

APN: 45-19-24-177-008.000-008

Indiana Lake County Lowell 46356 Cedar Creek

17613 Merlin Dr, Lowell, IN

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This home is located at 17613 Merlin Dr, Lowell, IN 46356 since 14 April 2022 and is currently estimated at $302,977, approximately $182 per square foot. This property was built in 1982. 17613 Merlin Dr is a home located in Lake County with nearby schools including Lowell Middle School and Lowell Senior High School.

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