NOT LISTED FOR SALE

232 W 54th Ave Merrillville, IN 46410

North Merrillville Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $153,000 - $228,000

3 Beds
1 Bath
1,269 Sq Ft
$159/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold July 18, 2014

Last sale price $69,900 $55 Per Sq Ft

Est. 188% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $1,373/month

41 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Great Room with Fireplace
  • 1 Car Attached Garage
  • 1-Story Property
  • No HOA
  • Patio
  • Landscaped

About This Home

As of July 2014

Why pay rent? All brick ranch with basement. There are 2 fireplaces--one on each level. Kitchen has built-in oven and gas range top. There are hardwood floors in the bedrooms. Nice wood trim throughout. Roof is 10 years old. This summer you will enjoy the covered patio.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Judy Fischer

Century 21 Circle License #RB14023963 Listed on: 03/05/2014

Century 21 Circle

Last Buyer's Agent

Estela Lopez

McColly Real Estate License #RB14046939

McColly Real Estate

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $1,057

Year Built

  • Built in 1957

Lot Details

  • 9,200 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 80 x 115
  • Landscaped

Parking

  • 1 Car Attached Garage

Home Design

  • Brick Foundation

Interior Spaces

  • 1,269 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Great Room with Fireplace
  • 2 Fireplaces
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Basement
  • Fireplace in Basement
  • Oven

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 1 Full Bathroom

Outdoor Features

  • Patio

Utilities

  • Cooling System Mounted To A Wall/Window
  • Hot Water Heating System
  • Radiant Heating System

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Meadowland Estates Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 451204228015000031

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$1,057

Year Built

Built in 1957

Lot Details

0

Parking

1

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Year Built: 1957
  • Reso Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • ResoLotFeatures: Landscaped, Level, Paved
  • Road Surface Type: Paved
  • Co List Office Mls Id: NRA1473
  • Subdivision Name: Meadowland Estates
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 1269
  • Architectural Style: Bungalow
  • Garage Yn: Yes
  • Unit Levels: One
  • Property Attached Yn: No
  • AuctionYN: No
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Built-In Gas Range, Oven, Refrigerator
  • Interior Amenities: Primary Downstairs
  • Basement: Interior Entry, Sump Pump
  • Basement YN: Yes
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Fireplace Features: Great Room, Living Room, Lower Level
  • Fireplaces: 2
  • ResoLivingAreaSource: Assessor

Exterior Features

  • Acres: 0.2112
  • Construction Type: Brick
  • Patio And Porch Features: Patio

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 1
  • Parking Features: Attached

Utilities

  • Utilities: Cable Available
  • Cooling: Wall/Window Unit(s)
  • Heating: Hot Water, Radiant
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Community Features: Curbs, Sidewalks
  • Association: No

Schools

  • Junior High Dist: Merrillville

Lot Info

  • Lot Dimensions: 80 x 115
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 9200
  • Parcel #: 451204228015000031

Tax Info

  • Year: 2012
  • Tax Annual Amount: 1057

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Mar 5, 2014
Closed on
Jun 23, 2014
Sold by
Beckham Julie A
Bought by
Hernandez Ricardo and Hernandez Cynthia
Seller's Agent
Judy Fischer
Century 21 Circle
Buyer's Agent
Estela Lopez
McColly Real Estate
List Price
$69,900
Sold Price
$69,900
Current Estimated Value
$201,158

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$131,258
Avg. Annual Appreciation
10.11%
Original Mortgage
$68,633
Outstanding Balance
$53,110
Interest Rate
4.2%
Mortgage Type
FHA
Estimated Equity
$152,142

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 14, 2009
Sold by
Kowalenko Peter and Beckham Julia A
Bought by
Beckham Julia A

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 8, 2003
Sold by
Kowalenko Peter
Bought by
Kowalenko Peter and Peter Kowalenko Living Trust
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
Hernandez Ricardo -- Multiple
Beckham Julia A -- None Available
Kowalenko Peter -- None Available
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Hernandez Ricardo $18,138
Open Hernandez Ricardo $68,633
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
07/18/2014 07/18/14 Sold $69,900 0.0% $55 / Sq Ft
04/15/2014 04/15/14 Pending -- -- --
03/05/2014 03/05/14 For Sale $69,900 -- $55 / 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 $3,620 $163,900 $35,400 $128,500
2023 $1,248 $154,500 $34,300 $120,200
2022 $1,151 $134,400 $28,900 $105,500
2021 $844 $111,400 $25,500 $85,900
2020 $739 $104,300 $23,800 $80,500
2019 $857 $103,200 $23,600 $79,600
2018 $877 $101,400 $23,600 $77,800
2017 $916 $103,200 $23,600 $79,600
2016 $869 $102,900 $22,600 $80,300
2014 $845 $106,200 $23,600 $82,600
2013 $888 $106,700 $25,400 $81,300
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Judy Fischer

    Seller's Agent in 2014

    Judy Fischer

    Century 21 Circle

    (219) 508-5700

    1 in this area

    53 Total Sales

    Judy Fischer
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  • Estela Lopez

    Buyer's Agent in 2014

    Estela Lopez

    McColly Real Estate

    (219) 218-3333

    5 in this area

    182 Total Sales

    Estela Lopez
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Map

Source: Northwest Indiana Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 345180

Northwest Indiana Association of REALTORS®

APN: 45-12-04-228-015.000-031

Indiana Lake County Merrillville 46410 North Merrillville

232 W 54th Ave, Merrillville, IN

This home is located at 232 W 54th Ave, Merrillville, IN 46410 since 05 March 2014 and is currently estimated at $201,158, approximately $158 per square foot. This property was built in 1957. 232 W 54th Ave is a home located in Lake County with nearby schools including Henry P Fieler Elementary School, Merrillville Intermediate School, and Pierce Middle School.

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