NOT LISTED FOR SALE

2049 Lake Ave Whiting, IN 46394

Estimated Value: $254,000 - $300,000

3 Beds
2 Baths
2,393 Sq Ft
$113/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold August 13, 2021

Last sale price $230,000 $96 Per Sq Ft

Est. 17% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $1,703/month

Highlights

  • Wood Flooring
  • No HOA
  • Patio
  • Corner Lot
  • 2 Car Detached Garage
  • Home Security System

About This Home

As of September 2021

This all brick home on a corner is so adorable! Hardwood floors 1st level. 3 bed, 1.75 bath. Separate dining area- Cedar closet. Second floor has master suite with huge walk in closet. New 1st floor bathroom. Full basement for entertaining, fenced in back yard. Detached 2 car garage. Location is great! Nearby grocery store and downtown Whiting. Walk to Lake George , Wolf Lake, The Music Pavilion at Wolf Lake Memorial Park, Wolf Lake Aquatic Play Center, Environmental Education Center and Wolf Lake Memorial Park- Nearby Forsythe Park and Lost Marsh Golf Course. 20 minutes from Chicago's loop. Note fireplace is decorative non-operable. Income must be 3x rent and credit score needs to be over 625. Agent has ownership. Note this is a for rent property.

Last Agent to Rent the Property

Eileen Casey

@properties/Christie's Intl RE License #RB14051306 Listed on: 08/20/2021

@properties/Christie's Intl RE

Last Renter's Agent

Maria Medina

Maria Real Estate, Inc. License #RB14043266

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $10,491

Year Built

  • Built in 1947

Lot Details

  • 4,758 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 39x122
  • Landscaped
  • Corner Lot

Parking

  • 2 Car Detached Garage
  • Garage Door Opener

Interior Spaces

  • 1.5-Story Property
  • Home Security System
  • Gas Range
  • Basement

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Carpet
  • Vinyl

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Outdoor Features

  • Patio

Utilities

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

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • West Park Add/Hammond Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Property Available on 8/20/21
  • Assessor Parcel Number 450307180014000023

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$10,491

Year Built

Built in 1947

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Rental Info

  • Lease Term: Other
  • Owner Pays: None
  • Available Date: 2021-08-20
  • LeaseType: Net

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential Lease
  • Year Built: 1947
  • Reso Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • ResoLotFeatures: Corner Lot, Landscaped, Paved
  • Road Surface Type: Paved
  • ResoSecurityFeatures: Security System
  • Co List Office Mls Id: NRA1076
  • Subdivision Name: West Park Add/Hammond
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 1961
  • Garage Yn: Yes
  • Unit Levels: One and One Half
  • Property Attached Yn: No
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Dryer, Gas Range, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Interior Amenities: Primary Downstairs
  • Basement: Interior Entry, Sump Pump
  • Flooring: Carpet, Ceramic Tile, Hardwood, Vinyl
  • Basement YN: Yes
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Three Quarter Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Below Grade Sq Ft: 432
  • ResoLivingAreaSource: Assessor

Exterior Features

  • Acres: 0.1092
  • Patio And Porch Features: Patio

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Parking Features: Detached, Garage Door Opener

Utilities

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

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Community Features: Sidewalks
  • Association: No

Lot Info

  • Lot Dimensions: 39x122
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 4758
  • Parcel #: 450307180014000023

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Aug 20, 2021
Closed on
Aug 12, 2021
Sold by
Vargo Jason D and Vargo April R
Bought by
Midland Trust Company and Eileen Casey 1706945
Seller's Agent
Eileen Casey
@properties/Christie's Intl RE
Buyer's Agent
Maria Medina
Maria Real Estate, Inc.
Sold Price
$2,300
Current Estimated Value
$270,110

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$267,810
Avg. Annual Appreciation
3.96%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 4, 2012
Sold by
Vargo Jason
Bought by
Vargo Jason D and Vargo April R

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 30, 2007
Sold by
Vargo Laurine and Mikos Paul
Bought by
Vargo Jason
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
Midland Trust Company $230,000 Fidelity National Title
Vargo Jason D -- None Available
Vargo Jason -- None Available
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
09/20/2021 09/20/21 Rented $2,300 0.0% --
08/21/2021 08/21/21 Under Contract -- -- --
08/20/2021 08/20/21 For Rent $2,300 0.0% --
08/13/2021 08/13/21 Sold $230,000 0.0% $96 / Sq Ft
07/18/2021 07/18/21 Pending -- -- --
07/14/2021 07/14/21 For Sale $230,000 -- $96 / 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 $10,491 $226,800 $31,800 $195,000
2023 $5,894 $219,500 $31,500 $188,000
2022 $2,822 $210,900 $31,500 $179,400
2021 $2,183 $165,000 $21,200 $143,800
2020 $2,152 $161,900 $21,200 $140,700
2019 $2,159 $154,400 $21,200 $133,200
2018 $2,239 $149,100 $21,200 $127,900
2017 $2,489 $146,900 $21,200 $125,700
2016 $2,111 $142,800 $21,200 $121,600
2014 $1,854 $127,800 $21,200 $106,600
2013 $1,611 $118,100 $21,200 $96,900
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Eileen Casey

    Landlord's Agent in 2021

    Eileen Casey

    @ Properties

    (773) 742-9611

    65 Total Sales

    Eileen Casey
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  • Teri Healy

    Seller's Agent in 2021

    Teri Healy

    HomeSmart Legacy

    (219) 406-4616

    1 in this area

    52 Total Sales

    Teri Healy
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    Tenant's Agent in 2021

    Maria Medina

    Maria Real Estate, Inc.

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Map

Source: Northwest Indiana Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 499335

Northwest Indiana Association of REALTORS®

APN: 45-03-07-180-014.000-023

Indiana Lake County Whiting 46394

2049 Lake Ave, Whiting, IN

This home is located at 2049 Lake Ave, Whiting, IN 46394 since 20 August 2021 and is currently priced at $270,110. This property was built in 1947. 2049 Lake Ave is a home located in Lake County with nearby schools including Benjamin Franklin Elementary School, Eggers Middle School, and Hammond High School.

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