NOT LISTED FOR SALE

255 W U S Highway 6 Valparaiso, IN 46385

Porter County Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $336,000 - $414,000

3 Beds
2 Baths
1,720 Sq Ft
$214/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold May 16, 2014

Last sale price $182,500 $106 Per Sq Ft

Est. 101% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $2,176/month

32 Days on Market

Highlights

  • 1.33 Acre Lot
  • Great Room with Fireplace
  • No HOA
  • Liberty Elementary School Rated A-
  • Wooded Lot
  • Covered Patio or Porch

About This Home

As of May 2014

Well maintained ranch with basement on 1.33 acres. Newer kitchen, countertops, appliances included and central vac. Fireplace w/insert in living room and second fireplace in basement rec room. Relax in your three seasons room or outside on the covered patio. Four car garage for your toys and projects. AHS home warranty included.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Mitchell Harris

Coldwell Banker Real Estate Gr License #RB14039430 Listed on: 03/23/2014

Co-Listed By

Mitchell Harris

Coldwell Banker Real Estate Gr License #RB14039439

Last Buyer's Agent

Kristina Vega

Better Homes and Gardens Real License #RB14036849

Better Homes and Gardens Real

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $1,367

Year Built

  • Built in 1957

Lot Details

  • 1.33 Acre Lot
  • Wooded Lot

Parking

  • 4 Car Detached Garage

Home Design

  • Brick Foundation

Interior Spaces

  • 1,720 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Great Room with Fireplace
  • 2 Fireplaces
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Recreation Room with Fireplace
  • Basement
  • Fireplace in Basement
  • Dryer

Kitchen

  • Gas Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms

Outdoor Features

  • Covered Patio or Porch

Utilities

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

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 06000093596

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$1,367

Year Built

Built in 1957

Lot Details

0

Parking

4

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Year Built: 1957
  • Reso Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • ResoLotFeatures: Open Lot, Paved, Wooded
  • Road Surface Type: Paved
  • ResoOtherEquipment: Satellite Dish
  • Co List Office Mls Id: NRA372
  • Co List Office Phone: (219) 464-3531
  • Co List Office Mls Id: NRA372
  • Subdivision Name: none
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 1720
  • 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: Dishwasher, Dryer, Gas Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, Water Softener Owned
  • Interior Amenities: Primary Downstairs
  • Basement: Crawl Space, Interior Entry, Sump Pump
  • Basement YN: Yes
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Three Quarter Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Fireplace Features: Great Room, Living Room, Lower Level, Recreation Room
  • Fireplaces: 2
  • ResoLivingAreaSource: Assessor

Exterior Features

  • Acres: 1.33
  • Construction Type: Aluminum Siding, Brick
  • Patio And Porch Features: Covered, Patio, Porch

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 4
  • Parking Features: Detached

Utilities

  • Sewer: Septic Tank
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
  • Water Source: Well

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association: No

Schools

  • Junior High Dist: Duneland School Corporation

Lot Info

  • Lot Dimensions: 1.33 acre
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 57935
  • Parcel #: 06000093596

Tax Info

  • Year: 2012
  • Tax Annual Amount: 1367

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Mar 23, 2014
Closed on
May 16, 2014
Sold by
Mergl William D and Mergl Cynthia M
Bought by
Forsythe Roger M and Forsythe Patricia E
Seller's Agent
Mitchell Harris
Coldwell Banker Real Estate Gr
Buyer's Agent
Kristina Vega
Better Homes and Gardens Real
List Price
$182,500
Sold Price
$182,500
Current Estimated Value
$367,313

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$184,813
Avg. Annual Appreciation
5.13%
Original Mortgage
$146,000
Interest Rate
4.12%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 30, 2008
Sold by
Drotar Michael T and Drotar Mike
Bought by
Mergl William D and Mergl Cynthia M
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
Forsythe Roger M -- Fidelity Natil Title Ins Co
Mergl William D -- Ticor Title Insurance
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Forsythe Roger M $127,000
Previous Owner Forsythe Roger M $146,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
05/16/2014 05/16/14 Sold $182,500 0.0% $106 / Sq Ft
04/24/2014 04/24/14 Pending -- -- --
03/23/2014 03/23/14 For Sale $182,500 -- $106 / 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 $2,087 $333,200 $45,900 $287,300
2023 $2,205 $285,700 $38,200 $247,500
2022 $2,065 $281,000 $38,200 $242,800
2021 $2,017 $271,800 $38,200 $233,600
2020 $1,969 $242,000 $33,200 $208,800
2019 $1,867 $222,300 $33,200 $189,100
2018 $1,773 $215,300 $33,200 $182,100
2017 $1,733 $217,300 $33,200 $184,100
2016 $1,578 $201,700 $34,100 $167,600
2014 $1,320 $179,300 $30,500 $148,800
2013 -- $171,200 $31,200 $140,000
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • M

    Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2014

    Mitchell Harris

    Coldwell Banker Real Estate Gr

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  • Kristina Vega

    Buyer's Agent in 2014

    Kristina Vega

    Better Homes and Gardens Real

    (219) 902-9090

    54 Total Sales

    Kristina Vega
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Map

Source: Northwest Indiana Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 346190

Northwest Indiana Association of REALTORS®

APN: 64-06-21-376-007.000-006

Indiana Porter County Valparaiso 46385 Porter County

255 W U S Highway 6, Valparaiso, IN

This home is located at 255 W U S Highway 6, Valparaiso, IN 46385 since 23 March 2014 and is currently estimated at $367,313, approximately $213 per square foot. This property was built in 1957. 255 W U S Highway 6 is a home located in Porter County with nearby schools including Liberty Elementary School, Liberty Intermediate School, and Chesterton Middle School.

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