NOT LISTED FOR SALE

261 E 78th Ave Merrillville, IN 46410

Central Merrillville Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $294,000 - $328,000

3 Beds
2 Baths
1,962 Sq Ft
$156/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold March 31, 2021

Last sale price $245,000 $125 Per Sq Ft

Est. 25% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $2,182/month

85 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Wood Flooring
  • Corner Lot
  • Double Oven
  • 1 Fireplace
  • No HOA
  • 2 Car Attached Garage

About This Home

As of March 2021

Start the NEW YEAR out with a NEW HOME! Move your Family into this Large 1962 Sq Ft ALL BRICK RANCH Featuring 3 Spacious Bedrooms, and 2 Newly Updated Bathrooms, with an Unfinished Basement and a 2 Car Garage. The Living Room welcomes you with Beautiful Hardwood Flooring and a Large Picture Window bringing in that Natural Light NW Indiana offers. Prepare your Favorite Dishes for Family and Friends in the Large Kitchen with a Double Oven. Cozy up by the Fireplace in the Family Room during the cooler months and Relax on the Patio out back during those warmer days. Both Bathrooms have been Updated with Floating Cabinets, Bowl Sinks, Glass Tile Shower, and all New Fixtures and Lighting. The Laundry Room in the Basement has been framed out and the Basement Features Canned Lighting throughout. Corner Lot, Quiet Neighborhood, Close to Shopping, Medical Facilities and Easy Access to Major Highways. Schedule your Appointment to see this TODAY!!!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Samantha Puckett

McColly Real Estate License #RB14049512 Listed on: 12/16/2020

Last Buyer's Agent

Braulio Martinez

Realty Executives Premier License #RB18000432

Realty Executives Premier

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $2,046

Year Built

  • Built in 1969

Lot Details

  • 0.26 Acre Lot
  • Corner Lot

Parking

  • 2 Car Attached Garage
  • Garage Door Opener

Home Design

  • Brick Foundation

Interior Spaces

  • 1,962 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • 1 Fireplace
  • Home Security System
  • Basement

Kitchen

  • Double Oven
  • Range Hood
  • Dishwasher

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Carpet

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Outdoor Features

  • Patio

Schools

  • Merrillville High School

Utilities

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

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Chapel Manor Sec 2 Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 451222103014000030

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$2,046

Year Built

Built in 1969

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Year Built: 1969
  • Reso Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • ResoLotFeatures: Corner Lot
  • ResoSecurityFeatures: Security System
  • Co List Office Mls Id: NRA1241
  • Subdivision Name: Chapel Manor Sec 2
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 1962
  • Architectural Style: Bungalow
  • Garage Yn: Yes
  • Unit Levels: One
  • Property Attached Yn: No
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Built-In Gas Range, Dishwasher, Double Oven, Dryer, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Interior Amenities: Primary Downstairs
  • Basement: Crawl Space, Interior Entry
  • Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood
  • Basement YN: Yes
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Three Quarter Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • ResoLivingAreaSource: Assessor

Exterior Features

  • Acres: 0.256
  • Construction Type: Brick
  • Patio And Porch Features: Patio

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Parking Features: Attached, Garage Door Opener

Utilities

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

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Community Features: Curbs, Sidewalks
  • Association: No

Schools

  • Junior High Dist: Merrillville

Lot Info

  • Lot Dimensions: Irregular
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 11151
  • Parcel #: 451222103014000030

Tax Info

  • Year: 2019
  • Tax Annual Amount: 2046

MLS Schools

  • HighSchool: Merrillville High School

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Dec 16, 2020
Closed on
Mar 31, 2021
Sold by
Johnson Tawanna
Bought by
Castro Noel J
Seller's Agent
Samantha Puckett
McColly Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
Braulio Martinez
Realty Executives Premier
List Price
$245,000
Sold Price
$245,000
Current Estimated Value
$306,164

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$61,164
Avg. Annual Appreciation
5.01%
Original Mortgage
$240,562
Outstanding Balance
$216,848
Interest Rate
2.9%
Mortgage Type
FHA
Estimated Equity
$89,316

Purchase Details

Listed on
Mar 31, 2017
Closed on
May 30, 2017
Sold by
Yacko Mary
Bought by
Johnson Tawanna
Seller's Agent
Joe Moke
Weichert, Realtors-Moke Agency
Buyer's Agent
Samantha Puckett
McColly Real Estate
List Price
$169,000
Sold Price
$169,000

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
10.15%
Original Mortgage
$163,930
Interest Rate
3.97%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
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
Castro Noel J $245,000 Community Title Co
Johnson Tawanna -- None Available
Yacko Mary -- Northwest Indiana Title
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Castro Noel J $240,562
Previous Owner Johnson Tawanna $163,930
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
03/31/2021 03/31/21 Sold $245,000 0.0% $125 / Sq Ft
03/11/2021 03/11/21 Pending -- -- --
12/16/2020 12/16/20 For Sale $245,000 +45.0% $125 / Sq Ft
05/30/2017 05/30/17 Sold $169,000 0.0% $86 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
04/28/2017 04/28/17 Pending -- -- --
03/31/2017 03/31/17 For Sale $169,000 -- $86 / 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 $6,769 $287,700 $38,600 $249,100
2023 $2,823 $288,900 $37,500 $251,400
2022 $2,647 $264,700 $32,800 $231,900
2021 $2,367 $236,700 $31,200 $205,500
2020 $1,728 $177,500 $30,300 $147,200
2019 $2,046 $176,200 $30,000 $146,200
2018 $2,018 $169,600 $30,000 $139,600
2017 $2,092 $168,100 $30,000 $138,100
2016 $2,052 $167,600 $28,900 $138,700
2014 $1,720 $169,500 $28,000 $141,500
2013 $1,804 $170,300 $30,200 $140,100
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • S

    Seller's Agent in 2021

    Samantha Puckett

    McColly Real Estate

  • Braulio Martinez

    Buyer's Agent in 2021

    Braulio Martinez

    Realty Executives

    (765) 242-8614

    3 in this area

    52 Total Sales

    Braulio Martinez
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  • Joe Moke

    Seller's Agent in 2017

    Joe Moke

    Weichert, Realtors-Moke Agency

    (219) 808-2400

    117 Total Sales

    Joe Moke
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Map

Source: Northwest Indiana Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 486275

Northwest Indiana Association of REALTORS®

APN: 45-12-22-103-014.000-030

Indiana Lake County Merrillville 46410 Central Merrillville

261 E 78th Ave, Merrillville, IN

This home is located at 261 E 78th Ave, Merrillville, IN 46410 since 16 December 2020 and is currently estimated at $306,164, approximately $156 per square foot. This property was built in 1969. 261 E 78th 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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