NOT LISTED FOR SALE

242 N Lafayette St Griffith, IN 46319

Estimated Value: $270,000 - $294,000

4 Beds
2 Baths
1,700 Sq Ft
$166/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold June 18, 2021

Last sale price $240,000 $141 Per Sq Ft

Est. 18% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $2,216/month

31 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Deck
  • Ranch Style House
  • Covered patio or porch
  • Recreation Room
  • Cathedral Ceiling
  • 2.5 Car Detached Garage

About This Home

As of June 2021

BEAUTIFULLY RENOVATED. This Rare 4 Bedroom Home Located Within Only Walking Distance To Downtown Griffith, Parks, And Schools Is A Must See!!! Upon Entrance You Will Fall In Love With The Open Concept And Cathedral Ceilings. Beautiful Hardwood Flooring Through Out Main Level. The Kitchen Has All New Cabinetry With A Nice Sized Island. The Basement Adds So Much Living Space To This Home And Has Industrial Style Ceilings. All New Mechanicals. Covered Front Porch. 2.5 Car Garage.Easy To Show. Schedule Your Appointment Today!!!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Jamie Bond

Listing Leaders License #RB14048434 Listed on: 04/01/2021

Listing Leaders

Last Buyer's Agent

Brenda Spitz

McColly Real Estate License #RB14039727

McColly Real Estate

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $2,575

Year Built

  • Built in 1928

Lot Details

  • 6,229 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 50x125

Parking

  • 2.5 Car Detached Garage
  • Garage Door Opener
  • Off-Street Parking

Home Design

  • Ranch Style House
  • Aluminum Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 1,700 Sq Ft Home
  • Cathedral Ceiling
  • Living Room
  • Recreation Room
  • Laundry Room
  • Basement

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms
  • Bathroom on Main Level
  • 2 Bathrooms

Outdoor Features

  • Deck
  • Covered patio or porch

Utilities

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

Community Details

  • Manufacturers Add/Griffith Subdivision
  • Net Lease

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 450735376016000006

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$2,575

Year Built

Built in 1928

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Year Built: 1928
  • Co List Office Mls Id: GNR1690
  • Co List Office Mls Id: GNR1690
  • Subdivision Name: Manufacturers Add/Griffith
  • Architectural Style: Ranch/1 Sty/Bungalow
  • GNR_Exterior: Aluminum Siding
  • GNR_UnfinishedSquareFootage: 0
  • GNR_HeatSystem: Forced Air
  • GNR_HOAPOAAnnualAmount: 0
  • GNR_Septic: No
  • GNR_TotalLessBasement: 0
  • GNR_MunicipalWater: Yes
  • GNR_Well: No
  • GNR_TotalBathrooms: 2
  • GNR_FullBathrooms: 0
  • GNR_HalfBathrooms: 0
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: None
  • Interior Amenities: Cathedral/Vaulted Ceiling, Common Rec Room, Finished Laundry Rm, Main Floor Bathroom, Main Floor Bedroom
  • Basement: Enclosed
  • Total Bedrooms: 4

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: Porch-Covered, Deck
  • Acres: 0.143

Garage/Parking

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

Utilities

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

Lot Info

  • Lot Dimensions: 50x125
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 6229
  • ResoLotSizeUnits: Acres
  • Parcel #: 450735376016000006
  • ResoLotSizeUnits: Acres

Tax Info

  • Year: 2019
  • Tax Annual Amount: 2575

Multi Family

  • Existing Lease Type: Net

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Apr 1, 2021
Closed on
Jun 18, 2021
Sold by
Centrell Michael and Welch Michael A
Bought by
Hilbrich Sydney Elaine
Seller's Agent
Jamie Bond
Listing Leaders
Buyer's Agent
Brenda Spitz
McColly Real Estate
List Price
$240,000
Sold Price
$240,000
Total Days on Market
31
Current Estimated Value
$282,402

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$42,402
Avg. Annual Appreciation
4.17%
Original Mortgage
$192,000
Outstanding Balance
$176,087
Interest Rate
2.9%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$106,315

Purchase Details

Listed on
Mar 8, 2018
Closed on
Apr 19, 2018
Sold by
Secretary Of Housing And Urban Developme
Bought by
Cantrell Michael and Welch Michael A
Seller's Agent
Craig Frendling
Advanced Real Estate, LLC
List Price
$70,000
Sold Price
$70,000

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
47.50%
Original Mortgage
$56,000
Interest Rate
4.44%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 14, 2015
Sold by
Us Bank National Association
Bought by
Secretary Of Hud

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 1, 2015
Sold by
Greenfield Elizabeth A
Bought by
Us Bank Na

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 25, 2006
Sold by
Donovsky Linda and Pearson Douglas L
Bought by
Greenfield Elizabeth A

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$115,507
Interest Rate
6.42%
Mortgage Type
FHA
Source: Public Records

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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
Hilbrich Sydney Elaine -- Fidelity Nationa L Title
Cantrell Michael -- Chicago Title Insurance Co
Secretary Of Hud -- None Available
Us Bank Na $79,800 None Available
Greenfield Elizabeth A -- The Talon Group
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Hilbrich Sydney Elaine $192,000
Previous Owner Cantrell Michael $56,000
Previous Owner Greenfield Elizabeth A $115,507
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
06/18/2021 06/18/21 Sold $240,000 0.0% $141 / Sq Ft
05/02/2021 05/02/21 Pending -- -- --
04/01/2021 04/01/21 For Sale $240,000 +242.9% $141 / Sq Ft
04/19/2018 04/19/18 Sold $70,000 0.0% $81 / Sq Ft
03/14/2018 03/14/18 Pending -- -- --
03/08/2018 03/08/18 For Sale $70,000 -- $81 / 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 $7,638 $244,900 $27,600 $217,300
2023 $2,698 $233,200 $27,600 $205,600
2022 $2,541 $218,700 $27,600 $191,100
2021 $1,365 $136,500 $20,100 $116,400
2020 $2,692 $134,600 $20,100 $114,500
2019 $2,575 $126,500 $16,900 $109,600
2018 $2,658 $107,300 $16,100 $91,200
2017 $2,883 $106,500 $16,100 $90,400
2016 $3,041 $106,400 $16,100 $90,300
2014 $1,161 $105,100 $19,300 $85,800
2013 $1,145 $101,500 $19,300 $82,200
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Jamie Bond

    Seller's Agent in 2021

    Jamie Bond

    Listing Leaders

    (219) 309-6792

    1 in this area

    47 Total Sales

    Jamie Bond
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  • Brenda Spitz

    Buyer's Agent in 2021

    Brenda Spitz

    McColly Real Estate

    (219) 743-7330

    12 in this area

    35 Total Sales

    Brenda Spitz
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  • Craig Frendling

    Seller's Agent in 2018

    Craig Frendling

    Advanced Real Estate, LLC

    (219) 746-2693

    1 in this area

    73 Total Sales

    Craig Frendling
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Map

Source: Northwest Indiana Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: GNR490430

Northwest Indiana Association of REALTORS®

APN: 45-07-35-376-016.000-006

Indiana Lake County Griffith 46319

242 N Lafayette St, Griffith, IN

This home is located at 242 N Lafayette St, Griffith, IN 46319 since 01 April 2021 and is currently estimated at $282,402, approximately $166 per square foot. This property was built in 1928. 242 N Lafayette St is a home located in Lake County with nearby schools including Griffith Senior High School, St Mary School, and Calumet Christian School.

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