NOT LISTED FOR SALE

217 Howe Rd Chesterton, IN 46304

Estimated Value: $310,000 - $376,000

4 Beds
2 Baths
1,610 Sq Ft
$207/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold September 25, 2020

Last sale price $268,000 $166 Per Sq Ft

Est. 25% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $2,103/month

48 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Barn
  • 0.93 Acre Lot
  • Wood Flooring
  • Newton Yost Elementary School Rated A-
  • Wooded Lot
  • No HOA

About This Home

As of September 2020

Serenity awaits in this move in ready home! Peaceful, country feel, yet right in town and close to the beach. Bright, happy home with 4 bedrooms and 1 3/4 baths, all on one level! Fourth bedroom is currently being used as an office, but could also be a rec room or private guest area. Recently remodeled kitchen with brand new appliances and beautiful Quartz countertops. Mudroom and bath have heated tile floors. Full basement with secret door to additional room with a variety of potential uses (man cave, safe storage, etc).Boundless whimsy surrounds you in your own personal outdoor haven. You'll walk in and out of countless gardens: low maintenance perennial landscaping, butterfly gardens, and vegetable/berry garden. 30'x45' Pole barn with two 10' doors and a 7' door, and 200 amp service (on separate meter). 30x16 insulated shop area with wood pellet stove and electric heat/AC. Park your RV next to the barn...it even has electric hookup!Buyer will be provided a 1-year home warranty!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Kris Hallock

Listing Leaders Premier License #RB16001795 Listed on: 08/04/2020

Listing Leaders Premier

Last Buyer's Agent

Nicole Hanson

Advanced Real Estate, LLC License #RB14044520

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $1,852

Year Built

  • Built in 1961

Lot Details

  • 0.93 Acre Lot
  • Landscaped
  • Wooded Lot

Parking

  • 2 Car Garage

Home Design

  • Brick Foundation

Interior Spaces

  • 1,610 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Home Security System
  • Basement

Kitchen

  • Country Kitchen
  • Gas Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas
  • Well
  • Water Softener is Owned

Additional Features

  • Covered patio or porch
  • Barn

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Community Storage Space

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 640334277004000026

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$1,852

Year Built

Built in 1961

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Year Built: 1961
  • Reso Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • ResoLotFeatures: Landscaped, Level, Wooded
  • ResoSecurityFeatures: Security System
  • Co List Office Mls Id: NRA1899
  • Subdivision Name: N/A
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 1610
  • Architectural Style: Bungalow
  • Unit Levels: One
  • Reso Other Structures: Barn(s), Shed(s), Storage
  • Property Attached Yn: No
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Gas Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Water Softener Owned
  • Interior Amenities: Country Kitchen, In-Law Floorplan, Primary Downstairs
  • Basement: Interior Entry, Sump Pump
  • Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Hardwood, Luxury Vinyl, Tile
  • Basement YN: Yes
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Three Quarter Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • ResoLivingAreaSource: Assessor

Exterior Features

  • Acres: 0.93
  • Construction Type: Brick
  • Patio And Porch Features: Covered, Patio, Porch

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 2

Utilities

  • Utilities: Electricity Available, Natural Gas Available
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Heating: Baseboard, Electric, Floor Furnace, Forced Air, Natural Gas, Other
  • Water Source: Well

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association: No

Schools

  • Junior High Dist: Duneland School Corporation

Lot Info

  • Lot Dimensions: .93 acres
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 40511
  • Parcel #: 640334277004000026

Tax Info

  • Year: 2019
  • Tax Annual Amount: 1852

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Aug 4, 2020
Closed on
Sep 25, 2020
Sold by
Scott Walter M and Curtis Jacqueline A
Bought by
Perham Robert H and Perham Katherine A
Seller's Agent
Kris Hallock
Listing Leaders Premier
Buyer's Agent
Nicole Hanson
Advanced Real Estate, LLC
List Price
$268,000
Sold Price
$268,000
Current Estimated Value
$333,909

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$65,909
Avg. Annual Appreciation
4.59%
Original Mortgage
$218,000
Outstanding Balance
$196,078
Interest Rate
2.9%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$137,195

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 12, 2012
Sold by
Scott Walter M
Bought by
Scott Walter M and Curtis Jacqueline A

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$18,000
Interest Rate
3.9%
Mortgage Type
Credit Line Revolving

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 19, 2011
Sold by
Scott Saundra D
Bought by
Scott Walter M

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$116,000
Interest Rate
4.82%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
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
Perham Robert H $268,000 Fidelity National Title
Scott Walter M -- None Available
Scott Walter M -- Meridian Title Corp
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Perham Robert H $60,000
Open Perham Robert H $218,000
Previous Owner Scott Walter M $76,000
Previous Owner Scott Walter M $18,000
Previous Owner Scott Walter M $116,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
09/25/2020 09/25/20 Sold $268,000 0.0% $166 / Sq Ft
09/21/2020 09/21/20 Pending -- -- --
08/04/2020 08/04/20 For Sale $268,000 -- $166 / 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 $3,107 $247,500 $36,800 $210,700
2023 $3,087 $235,900 $34,000 $201,900
2022 $2,929 $224,500 $34,000 $190,500
2021 $2,304 $193,600 $34,000 $159,600
2020 $2,126 $178,100 $29,600 $148,500
2019 $1,852 $153,400 $29,600 $123,800
2018 $1,848 $148,300 $29,600 $118,700
2017 $1,695 $146,500 $29,600 $116,900
2016 $1,719 $148,700 $31,800 $116,900
2014 $1,591 $135,300 $28,700 $106,600
2013 -- $129,300 $29,300 $100,000
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

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    Seller's Agent in 2020

    Kris Hallock

    Listing Leaders Premier

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  • Nicole Hanson

    Buyer's Agent in 2020

    Nicole Hanson

    Advanced Real Estate, LLC

    (219) 588-5281

    1 in this area

    129 Total Sales

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Map

Source: Northwest Indiana Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 479314

Northwest Indiana Association of REALTORS®

APN: 64-03-34-277-004.000-026

Indiana Porter County Chesterton 46304

217 Howe Rd, Chesterton, IN

This home is located at 217 Howe Rd, Chesterton, IN 46304 since 04 August 2020 and is currently estimated at $333,909, approximately $207 per square foot. This property was built in 1961. 217 Howe Rd is a home located in Porter County with nearby schools including Newton Yost Elementary School, Westchester Intermediate School, and Chesterton Middle School.

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