NOT LISTED FOR SALE

261 Brown St Valparaiso, IN 46383

Estimated Value: $169,128

3 Beds
1.5 Baths
1,568 Sq Ft
$108/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold October 24, 2014

Last sale price $87,500 $56 Per Sq Ft

Est. 93% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $1,054/month

112 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Deck
  • No HOA
  • Porch
  • Central Elementary School Rated A
  • 2 Car Detached Garage
  • Landscaped

About This Home

As of October 2014

Great location, within walking distance of downtown Valparaiso, for shopping and dining. Well maintained home with upgrades including new 100 amp electrical service, high efficient furnace, new air conditioner, new siding on garage, exterior doors, along with new flooring throughout Kitchen, Dining & Living rooms. 9.5 ceilings and newer blinds throughout. Three nice sized Bedrooms and Bathrooms upstairs and on Main level. One Bedroom on the main level with walk in closet. This home includes all Kitchen appliances, and is ready to move in.Potential income property. $3,500 for buyers closing cost with reasonable offer

Last Agent to Sell the Property

John Erickson

S & W Realty License #RB14044477 Listed on: 06/19/2014

Last Buyer's Agent

Christine Teibel

SCHUPP Real Estate License #RB14036172

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $847

Year Built

  • Built in 1910

Lot Details

  • 0.48 Acre Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 66x319
  • Landscaped
  • Sloped Lot

Parking

  • 2 Car Detached Garage
  • Off-Street Parking

Interior Spaces

  • 1,568 Sq Ft Home
  • 1.5-Story Property
  • Gas Range
  • Basement

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms

Outdoor Features

  • Deck
  • Porch

Utilities

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

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 6409243558006000

Community Details

Overview

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Add,Os,Powells & Woodhulls Subdivision

Amenities

  • Community Storage Space

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$847

Year Built

Built in 1910

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Year Built: 1910
  • Reso Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • ResoLotFeatures: Landscaped, Level, Paved, Sloped
  • Road Surface Type: Paved
  • Co List Office Mls Id: NRA110
  • Subdivision Name: ADD,OS,POWELLS & WOODHULLS
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 1568
  • Garage Yn: Yes
  • Unit Levels: One and One Half
  • Reso Other Structures: Shed(s), Storage
  • Property Attached Yn: No
  • AuctionYN: No
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Gas Range, Refrigerator
  • Interior Amenities: Primary Downstairs
  • Basement: Walk-Out Access
  • Basement YN: Yes
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • ResoLivingAreaSource: Assessor

Exterior Features

  • Acres: 0.48
  • Construction Type: Vinyl Siding
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck, Porch

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Parking Features: Detached, Off Street

Utilities

  • Utilities: Cable Available
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association: No

Lot Info

  • Lot Dimensions: 66x319
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 20909
  • Parcel #: 6409243558006000

Tax Info

  • Year: 2013
  • Tax Annual Amount: 847

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 2, 2018
Sold by
Bachan Rebecca A
Bought by
City Commission
Current Estimated Value
$169,128

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jun 19, 2014
Closed on
Oct 24, 2014
Sold by
Ferrell James D
Bought by
Bachan Rebecca A
Seller's Agent
John Erickson
S & W Realty
Buyer's Agent
Christine Teibel
SCHUPP Real Estate
List Price
$87,500
Sold Price
$87,500

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
6.16%
Original Mortgage
$83,125
Interest Rate
4.21%

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 22, 2013
Sold by
Ferrell Michelle C
Bought by
Ferrell James D
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
City Commission $117,800 --
City Of Valparaiso Redevelopment Commiss $117,800 Greater Indiana Title Co
Bachan Rebecca A -- Chicago Title Company Llc
Ferrell James D -- None Available
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Previous Owner Bachan Rebecca A $83,125
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
10/24/2014 10/24/14 Sold $87,500 0.0% $56 / Sq Ft
10/09/2014 10/09/14 Pending -- -- --
06/19/2014 06/19/14 For Sale $87,500 -- $56 / 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 -- -- -- --
2023 -- -- -- --
2022 $0 $0 $0 $0
2021 $0 $0 $0 $0
2020 $0 $0 $0 $0
2019 $20 $39,900 $39,900 $0
2018 $20 $39,900 $39,900 $0
2017 $1,218 $117,300 $39,900 $77,400
2016 $1,175 $117,800 $47,800 $70,000
2014 $933 $107,700 $45,100 $62,600
2013 -- $103,500 $45,400 $58,100
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • John Erickson

    Seller's Agent in 2014

    John Erickson

    S & W Realty

    (219) 508-6320

    7 in this area

    10 Total Sales

    John Erickson
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  • C

    Buyer's Agent in 2014

    Christine Teibel

    SCHUPP Real Estate

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Map

Source: Northwest Indiana Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 352598

Northwest Indiana Association of REALTORS®

APN: 64-09-24-358-006.000-004

Indiana Porter County Valparaiso 46383

261 Brown St, Valparaiso, IN

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