$165,000
SOLD MAR 5, 2025

253 Center St Auburn, IN 46706

3 Beds
1 Bath
1,356 Sq Ft
7,492 Sq Ft Lot

Recently Sold

$122 Per Sq Ft

1 Day on Market

About This Home

As of March 2025

This beautifully updated 2-story home in Auburn, IN offers 3 bedrooms, 1 bath, and a spacious fenced-in backyard with a large shed for additional storage. The home has been thoughtfully updated within the last year, including new flooring, countertops, lower cabinets, a new bathroom, and fresh exterior paint. Located just minutes from the DeKalb County Fairgrounds and outdoor theater, you'll have easy access to local attractions while still enjoying a quiet neighborhood. Only 5 minutes from all the essentials—this home is move-in ready and waiting for you!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Drew Buffenbarger

Mike Thomas Assoc., Inc Listed on: 02/05/2025

Mike Thomas Assoc., Inc

Last Buyer's Agent

Hayden Weber

Weichert Realtors - Hoosier Heartland

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $840

Year Built

  • Built in 1900

Lot Details

  • 7,492 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 50x150
  • Level Lot

Home Design

  • Asbestos Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 1,356 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Unfinished Basement

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 1 Full Bathroom

Schools

  • Mckenney-Harrison Elementary School
  • Dekalb Middle School
  • Dekalb High School

Utilities

  • Heating System Uses Gas

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 17-06-32-209-029.000-025
  • Seller Concessions Not Offered

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$840

Year Built

Built in 1900

Lot Details

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Listing Details

  • Class: RESIDENTIAL
  • Property Sub Type: Site-Built Home
  • Year Built: 1900
  • Age: 125
  • Style: Two Story
  • Total Number of Rooms: 6
  • Bedrooms: 3
  • Number Above Grade Bedrooms: 3
  • Total Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Legal Description: N ATURAL GAS ADD & PT VAC W ALLEY LOT 94
  • Parcel Number ID: 17-06-32-209-029.000-025
  • Platted: Yes
  • Sp Lp Percent: 100
  • Year Taxes Payable: 2024
  • Special Features: None
  • Stories: 2

Interior Features

  • Total Sq Ft: 1356
  • Total Finished Sq Ft: 1356
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 1356
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 121.68
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Foundation: Unfinished
  • Living Great Room: Dimensions: 15x10, On Level: Main
  • Kitchen: Dimensions: 13x9, On Level: Main
  • Dining Room: Dimensions: 8x10, On Level: Main
  • Family Room: On Level: N/A
  • Bedroom 1: Dimensions: 12x10, On Level: Upper
  • Bedroom 2: Dimensions: 15x10, On Level: Upper
  • Bedroom 3: Dimensions: 12x10, On Level: Upper
  • Number of Main Level Full Bathrooms: 1

Exterior Features

  • Exterior: Asbestos
  • Outbuilding1: Shed, Dimensions: 16x12

Utilities

  • Heating Fuel: Gas
  • Sewer: City
  • Water Utilities: City

Schools

  • School District: Dekalb Central United
  • Elementary School: McKenney-Harrison
  • Middle School: Dekalb
  • High School: Dekalb
  • Elementary School: McKenney-Harrison

Lot Info

  • Lot Description: Level
  • Lot Dimensions: 50x150
  • Estimated Lot Sq Ft: 7492
  • Estimated Lot Size Acres: 0.17

Tax Info

  • Annual Taxes: 840

MLS Schools

  • High School: Dekalb
  • Middle School: Dekalb
  • School District: Dekalb Central United

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
May 23, 2020
Closed on
Jul 10, 2020
Sold by
Buchs Bernard A and Buchs Tonya M
Bought by
Brandt Kaitlyn E
Seller's Agent
David Clark
North Eastern Group Realty
Buyer's Agent
Ashley Johnson
Mike Thomas Assoc., Inc
List Price
$104,900
Sold Price
$107,400
Premium/Discount to List
$2,500
2.38%
Total Days on Market
1
Current Estimated Value
$164,565

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$57,165
Avg. Annual Appreciation
9.00%
Original Mortgage
$105,454
Outstanding Balance
$94,133
Interest Rate
3.1%
Mortgage Type
FHA
Estimated Equity
$70,432

Purchase Details

Listed on
Dec 16, 2014
Closed on
May 18, 2015
Sold by
Collins Joshua L and Collins Diana M
Bought by
Burdick Shannon L and Buchs Bernard A
Seller's Agent
Kelly York
North Eastern Group Realty
Buyer's Agent
Christina Switzer
Coldwell Banker Real Estate Group
List Price
$77,900
Sold Price
$74,900
Premium/Discount to List
-$3,000
-3.85%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
7.25%
Original Mortgage
$73,542
Interest Rate
3.87%
Mortgage Type
FHA

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 28, 1998
Sold by
Forker Rhonda L
Bought by
Collins Joshua and Collins Diana

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 10, 1996
Sold by
Roehm Stephen J and Lee Ann M
Bought by
Forker Rhonda
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 Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed -- None Available
Warranty Deed -- --
Deed $70,100 --
Deed $47,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $105,454 FHA
Previous Owner $73,542 FHA
Previous Owner $69,600 New Conventional
Previous Owner $72,000 New Conventional
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
03/05/2025 03/05/25 Sold $165,000 0.0% $122 / Sq Ft
02/06/2025 02/06/25 Pending -- -- --
02/05/2025 02/05/25 For Sale $165,000 +53.6% $122 / Sq Ft
07/10/2020 07/10/20 Sold $107,400 +2.4% $79 / Sq Ft
05/24/2020 05/24/20 Pending -- -- --
05/23/2020 05/23/20 For Sale $104,900 +40.1% $77 / Sq Ft
05/18/2015 05/18/15 Sold $74,900 -3.9% $55 / Sq Ft
04/20/2015 04/20/15 Pending -- -- --
12/16/2014 12/16/14 For Sale $77,900 -- $57 / Sq Ft
Source: Indiana Regional MLS

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 $962 $143,400 $22,000 $121,400
2023 $840 $134,900 $20,500 $114,400
2022 $808 $120,600 $18,000 $102,600
2021 $463 $88,400 $15,400 $73,000
2020 $222 $57,300 $14,100 $43,200
2019 $283 $57,300 $14,100 $43,200
2018 $269 $52,100 $13,700 $38,400
2017 $265 $50,200 $13,700 $36,500
2016 $265 $48,900 $13,700 $35,200
2014 $1,213 $60,600 $9,800 $50,800
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • D

    Seller's Agent in 2025

    Drew Buffenbarger

    Mike Thomas Assoc., Inc

    (260) 489-2000

    6 Total Sales

    Drew Buffenbarger
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  • H

    Buyer's Agent in 2025

    Hayden Weber

    Weichert Realtors - Hoosier Heartland

    (260) 242-2195

    58 Total Sales

    Hayden Weber
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  • David Clark

    Seller's Agent in 2020

    David Clark

    North Eastern Group Realty

    (260) 570-8076

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  • Ashley Johnson

    Buyer's Agent in 2020

    Ashley Johnson

    Mike Thomas Assoc., Inc

    (260) 348-5503

    130 Total Sales

    Ashley Johnson
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  • Kelly York

    Seller's Agent in 2015

    Kelly York

    North Eastern Group Realty

    (260) 573-2510

    290 Total Sales

    Kelly York
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  • Treva Finn

    Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2015

    Treva Finn

    North Eastern Group Realty

    (260) 570-5879

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Map

Source: Indiana Regional MLS

MLS Number: 202503722

Indiana Regional MLS

APN: 17-06-32-209-029.000-025

Indiana Dekalb County Auburn 46706

253 Center St, Auburn, IN

This home is located at 253 Center St, Auburn, IN 46706 and is currently priced at $165,000, approximately $121 per square foot. This property was built in 1900. 253 Center St is a home located in DeKalb County with nearby schools including DeKalb High School and Lakewood Park Christian School.

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