$427,000
SOLD JUN 27, 2025

178 E Candy Cane Ln Santa Claus, IN 47579

4 Beds
3 Baths
2,960 Sq Ft
0.84 Acres

Recently Sold

$144 Per Sq Ft

2 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Water Views
  • Golf Course Community
  • 0.84 Acre Lot
  • Pier or Dock
  • Access To Lake
  • Craftsman Architecture

About This Home

As of June 2025

Beautiful lakefront home with gorgeous views of Christmas Lake, lovely landscaping, and plenty of space both inside and out! This property has a beautiful front porch to enjoy mornings and evenings outdoors, as well as a large back patio that is perfect for entertaining. A side deck has recently been added for the perfect grilling area. This home features 4 bedrooms and 3 full bathrooms with wonderful views from every window! Upon entering you will appreciate the lovely, updated entryway that leads into the living spaces. The rooms all feature large windows to fill the home with natural light! The main floor features all new flooring and 2 recently updated living room areas! The kitchen is spacious with a gas range perfect for the chef in the family. One bedroom is located on the main floor while the other 3 are on the upper level. The lower level features a 2 car garage as well as a room that is currently used as a home gym. The home features plenty of storage area as well as an outbuilding to hold all of your equipment for hobbies! A boat dock is located across the road for easy access to Christmas Lake. Come enjoy all of the amenities of Christmas Lake Village including a golf course, park areas, and 3 beautiful lakes!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Joanie Troutman

Key Associates Signature Realty Brokerage Phone: 812-457-0628 Listed on: 05/03/2025

Last Buyer's Agent

Joanie Troutman

Key Associates Signature Realty Brokerage Phone: 812-457-0628 Listed on: 05/03/2025

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $2,233

Year Built

  • Built in 1979

Lot Details

  • 0.84 Acre Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 160x230
  • Landscaped
  • Lot Has A Rolling Slope
  • Partially Wooded Lot

HOA Fees

  • $86 Monthly HOA Fees

Parking

  • 2 Car Garage
  • Basement Garage
  • Garage Door Opener
  • Driveway

Home Design

  • Craftsman Architecture
  • Traditional Architecture
  • Slab Foundation
  • Shingle Roof
  • Stone Exterior Construction
  • Cedar

Interior Spaces

  • 2-Story Property
  • Water Views

Kitchen

  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Laminate Countertops
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Carpet
  • Vinyl

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry on main level
  • Electric Dryer Hookup

Partially Finished Basement

  • Walk-Out Basement
  • Exterior Basement Entry
  • Sump Pump
  • Block Basement Construction

Outdoor Features

  • Access To Lake
  • Covered Patio or Porch

Schools

  • Lincoln Trail Elementary School
  • Heritage Hills Middle School
  • Heritage Hills High School

Utilities

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

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 74-05-01-301-002.000-005

Community Details

Overview

  • Christmas Lake Village Polar Shores Subdivision

Recreation

  • Pier or Dock
  • Golf Course Community

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$2,233

Year Built

Built in 1979

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$86 per month

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Class: RESIDENTIAL
  • Property Sub Type: Site-Built Home
  • Year Built: 1979
  • Age: 46
  • Style: Two Story
  • Architectural Style: Traditional, Craftsman
  • Total Number of Rooms: 8
  • Total Number of Rooms Below Grade: 1
  • Bedrooms: 4
  • Number Above Grade Bedrooms: 4
  • Total Bathrooms: 3
  • Total Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Legal Description: Polar Shores Addition Lot 116 and 117
  • Parcel Number ID: 74-05-01-301-002.000-005
  • Platted: Yes
  • Amenities: Countertops-Laminate, Deck Open, Disposal, Dryer Hook Up Electric, Eat-In Kitchen, Garage Door Opener, Landscaped, Patio Open, Porch Covered, Main Floor Laundry, Sump Pump
  • Sp Lp Percent: 100.47
  • Year Taxes Payable: 2025
  • Special Features: None
  • Stories: 2

Interior Features

  • Total Sq Ft: 3424
  • Total Finished Sq Ft: 2960
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 2960
  • Below Grade Sq Ft: 464
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 144.26
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Foundation: Slab, Partial Basement, Walk-Out Basement, Outside Entrance
  • Basement Material: Block
  • Flooring: Carpet, Vinyl
  • Living Great Room: Dimensions: 20x16, On Level: Main
  • Kitchen: Dimensions: 16x11, On Level: Main
  • Dining Room: Dimensions: 12x11, On Level: Main
  • Family Room: Dimensions: 17x16, On Level: Main
  • Extra Room: lounge/bonus, Dimensions: 19x12, On Level: Upper
  • Bedroom 1: Dimensions: 14x14, On Level: Main
  • Bedroom 2: Dimensions: 10x14, On Level: Upper
  • Bedroom 3: Dimensions: 12x11, On Level: Upper
  • Bedroom 4: Dimensions: 12x11, On Level: Upper
  • Number of Main Level Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Below Grade Sq Ft: 464

Exterior Features

  • Exterior: Cedar, Stone
  • Roof Material: Shingle
  • Outbuilding1: None, Dimensions: 10x12
  • Water Features: Pier/Dock Available, Walk to Lake Access

Garage/Parking

  • Driveway: Concrete
  • Garage Type: Basement
  • Garage Number Of Cars: 2
  • Garage Size: Dimensions: 29x24
  • Garage Sq Ft: 696
  • Garage: Yes

Utilities

  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Heating Fuel: Gas, Forced Air
  • Sewer: Public
  • Water Utilities: Public
  • Electric Company: CenterPoint Energy
  • Gas Company: Community NatGas(Spencer)
  • Cable Company: Perry Spencer Corporation

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Restrictions: Yes
  • Association Fees: 1030
  • Association Fees Frequency: Annually
  • Common Amenities: Golf Course

Schools

  • School District: North Spencer County School Corp.
  • Elementary School: Lincoln Trail
  • Middle School: Heritage Hills
  • High School: Heritage Hills
  • Elementary School: Lincoln Trail

Lot Info

  • Lot Description: Partially Wooded, Rolling, Water View
  • Lot Dimensions: 160X230
  • Estimated Lot Sq Ft: 36590
  • Estimated Lot Size Acres: 0.84

Tax Info

  • Annual Taxes: 2233.38
  • Exemptions: Homestead

MLS Schools

  • High School: Heritage Hills
  • Middle School: Heritage Hills
  • School District: North Spencer County School Corp.

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
May 3, 2025
Closed on
Jul 31, 2025
Sold by
Engelbrecht Jason A and Engelbrecht Carrie A
Bought by
Engelbrecht
Seller's Agent
Joanie Troutman
Key Associates Signature Realty
Buyer's Agent
Joanie Troutman
Key Associates Signature Realty
List Price
$425,000
Sold Price
$427,000
Premium/Discount to List
$2,000
0.47%
Views
56

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-22.21%
Original Mortgage
$384,300
Outstanding Balance
$383,973
Interest Rate
6.81%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$26,211

Purchase Details

Listed on
May 3, 2025
Closed on
Jun 27, 2025
Sold by
Oberhausen Ryan A and Ivarrants State
Bought by
Engelbrecht Jason A and Engelbrecht Carrie A
Seller's Agent
Joanie Troutman
Key Associates Signature Realty
Buyer's Agent
Joanie Troutman
Key Associates Signature Realty
List Price
$425,000
Sold Price
$427,000
Premium/Discount to List
$2,000
0.47%
Views
56

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$384,300
Outstanding Balance
$383,973
Interest Rate
6.81%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$26,211
Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed -- First American Title
Warranty Deed -- None Listed On Document
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $384,300 New Conventional
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
06/27/2025 06/27/25 Sold $427,000 +0.5% $144 / Sq Ft
05/17/2025 05/17/25 Pending -- -- --
05/15/2025 05/15/25 For Sale $425,000 +103.1% $144 / Sq Ft
07/16/2018 07/16/18 Sold $209,267 -4.9% $71 / Sq Ft
06/30/2018 06/30/18 Pending -- -- --
06/02/2018 06/02/18 For Sale $220,000 -- $74 / Sq Ft
Source: Indiana Regional MLS

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 $2,191 $243,300 $31,700 $211,600
2023 $2,060 $236,900 $31,700 $205,200
2022 $1,781 $227,800 $15,100 $212,700
2021 $1,531 $182,500 $15,100 $167,400
2020 $1,626 $179,300 $14,300 $165,000
2019 $1,562 $183,300 $14,300 $169,000
2018 $1,224 $152,500 $14,300 $138,200
2017 $1,163 $151,100 $14,300 $136,800
2016 $1,013 $151,100 $14,300 $136,800
2014 $1,339 $160,000 $14,300 $145,700
2013 $1,339 $156,500 $14,300 $142,200
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Indiana Regional MLS

MLS Number: 202515911

Indiana Regional MLS

APN: 74-05-01-301-002.000-005