NOT LISTED FOR SALE

228 Joliet Rd Valparaiso, IN 46385

Estimated Value: $364,378 - $493,000

3 Beds
1 Bath
2,610 Sq Ft
$158/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold May 15, 2013

Last sale price $199,900 $77 Per Sq Ft

Est. 107% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $2,384/month

27 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Spa
  • 1.34 Acre Lot
  • Deck
  • Ben Franklin Middle School Rated A
  • Cape Cod Architecture
  • Recreation Room

About This Home

As of May 2013

GORGEOUS 1.3 Acre Lot in Valparaiso! Very nice home with walk-out basement sits on a peaceful hill with landscaping , lovely mature trees, and a wonderful view! 3 bedroom, 2 bath home with appliances included has hardwood floors, ceramic tile and fireplace. Master bedroom is currently on the upper level, but there are two main floor bedrooms as well. The home has a 3 seasons room hot tub and a large detached 2.5 car garage. This home will not last long!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Claudia Miller Forrest

Century 21 Circle License #RB14050500 Listed on: 03/05/2013

Century 21 Circle

Last Buyer's Agent

Shawn Spaw

Stray Dog Properties, LLC License #RB14035996

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $1,369

Year Built

  • Built in 1939

Lot Details

  • 1.34 Acre Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 150 x 338
  • Landscaped
  • Sloped Lot

Parking

  • 2.5 Car Detached Garage
  • Garage Door Opener

Home Design

  • Cape Cod Architecture
  • Aluminum Siding
  • Stone Exterior Construction

Interior Spaces

  • 2,610 Sq Ft Home
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Recreation Room
  • Walk-Out Basement

Kitchen

  • Country Kitchen
  • Portable Electric Range
  • Range Hood
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • Main Floor Bedroom
  • Bathroom on Main Level
  • 1 Full Bathroom

Outdoor Features

  • Spa
  • Deck
  • Enclosed Patio or Porch
  • Storage Shed

Utilities

  • Cooling Available
  • Furnace Humidifier
  • Forced Air Heating System
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas
  • Well
  • Water Softener is Owned
  • Septic System
  • Cable TV Available

Community Details

  • Lincoln Hills Subdivision
  • Net Lease

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 640921402002000003

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$1,369

Year Built

Built in 1939

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Year Built: 1939
  • Reso Property Sub Type: Single Family Detach
  • ResoLotFeatures: Acreage, Landscaped, Sloped
  • ResoOtherEquipment: Cable TV Hookup, Furnace Humidifier
  • Co List Office Mls Id: GNR1094
  • Subdivision Name: Lincoln Hills
  • Architectural Style: Cape Cod
  • GNR_Exterior: Aluminum Siding,Stone
  • GNR_UnfinishedSquareFootage: 350
  • GNR_HeatSystem: Forced Air
  • GNR_HOAPOAAnnualAmount: 0
  • GNR_Septic: Yes
  • GNR_TotalLessBasement: 0
  • GNR_MunicipalWater: No
  • GNR_Well: Yes
  • GNR_TotalBathrooms: 2
  • GNR_FullBathrooms: 0
  • GNR_HalfBathrooms: 0
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Microwave, Portable Electric Range, Refrigerator, Range Hood, Water Softener Owned
  • Interior Amenities: Main Floor Bedroom, Main Floor Bathroom, FP Living/Great Room, Country Kitchen
  • Basement: Walk Out
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Fireplaces: 1

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: Hot Tub, Porch-Enclosed, Storage Shed, Deck
  • Acres: 1.336

Garage/Parking

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

Utilities

  • Utilities: On
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • Heating: Natural Gas

Schools

  • Junior High Dist: Valparaiso

Lot Info

  • Lot Dimensions: 150 X 338
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 58196
  • ResoLotSizeUnits: Acres
  • Parcel #: 640921402002000003
  • Zoning Description: Residential
  • ResoLotSizeUnits: Acres

Tax Info

  • Year: 2012
  • Tax Annual Amount: 1369

Multi Family

  • Existing Lease Type: Net

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 22, 2021
Sold by
Dougherty Meghan K
Bought by
Dougherty David S and Dougherty Meghan K
Current Estimated Value
$413,095

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$213,750
Outstanding Balance
$162,292
Interest Rate
2.9%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$250,803

Purchase Details

Listed on
Mar 5, 2013
Closed on
May 15, 2013
Sold by
Kucinski Steven E and Kucinski Laura B
Bought by
Dougherty Meghan K
Seller's Agent
Claudia Miller Forrest
Century 21 Circle
Buyer's Agent
Shawn Spaw
Stray Dog Properties, LLC
List Price
$199,900
Sold Price
$199,900

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
6.04%
Original Mortgage
$196,278
Interest Rate
3.5%
Mortgage Type
FHA

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 22, 2008
Sold by
Kucinski Steven E
Bought by
Kucinski Steven E and Kucinski Laura B

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 2, 2005
Sold by
Haggerty Robert J and Haggerty Ruth Ann
Bought by
Kucinski Steven E

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$176,605
Interest Rate
5.91%
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
Dougherty David S -- Greater Indiana Title Co
Dougherty Meghan K -- Fidelity National Title Comp
Kucinski Steven E -- Community Title Company
Kucinski Steven E -- Community Title Company
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Dougherty David S $213,750
Closed Dougherty Meghan K $196,278
Previous Owner Kucinski Steven E $176,605
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
05/15/2013 05/15/13 Sold $199,900 0.0% $77 / Sq Ft
04/01/2013 04/01/13 Pending -- -- --
03/05/2013 03/05/13 For Sale $199,900 -- $77 / 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 $2,310 $284,000 $61,200 $222,800
2023 $2,170 $271,200 $57,200 $214,000
2022 $2,123 $248,600 $57,200 $191,400
2021 $2,276 $229,400 $57,200 $172,200
2020 $2,193 $217,300 $52,000 $165,300
2019 $2,019 $197,800 $52,000 $145,800
2018 $1,956 $191,600 $52,000 $139,600
2017 $1,879 $188,700 $52,000 $136,700
2016 $1,764 $183,800 $55,600 $128,200
2014 $1,474 $188,500 $52,700 $135,800
2013 -- $177,700 $52,700 $125,000
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Claudia Miller Forrest

    Seller's Agent in 2013

    Claudia Miller Forrest

    Century 21 Circle

    (219) 405-2639

    60 in this area

    107 Total Sales

    Claudia Miller Forrest
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  • Shawn Spaw

    Buyer's Agent in 2013

    Shawn Spaw

    Stray Dog Properties, LLC

    (219) 617-7802

    108 in this area

    332 Total Sales

    Shawn Spaw
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Map

Source: Northwest Indiana Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: GNR323774

Northwest Indiana Association of REALTORS®

APN: 64-09-21-402-002.000-003

Indiana Porter County Valparaiso 46385

228 Joliet Rd, Valparaiso, IN

This home is located at 228 Joliet Rd, Valparaiso, IN 46385 since 05 March 2013 and is currently estimated at $413,095, approximately $158 per square foot. This property was built in 1939. 228 Joliet Rd is a home located in Porter County with nearby schools including Ben Franklin Middle School, Valparaiso High School, and St. Paul Catholic School.

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