$393,000
SOLD MAY 23, 2025

28159 County Road 38 Wakarusa, IN 46573

3 Beds
3.5 Baths
2,821 Sq Ft
1.26 Acres

Recently Sold

$139 Per Sq Ft

5% Above List Price

2 Days on Market

Highlights

  • 1.26 Acre Lot
  • Radiant Floor
  • Formal Dining Room
  • NorthWood High School Rated A-
  • Covered Patio or Porch
  • Utility Sink

About This Home

As of May 2025

Beautifully Renovated 3-Bedroom Home on 1.26 Acres (half acres of easement to use, too) – Modern Comfort Meets Country Charm in the popular Wa-Nee School System. Step inside to find three expansive bedrooms, including a luxurious en suite master bath featuring a dual vanity, jacuzzi tub, in-floor heating, and a spa-like 4’x4’ tiled shower with rain head, body jets, and handheld wand. The main level offers versatile living with a spacious family room featuring a wood-burning fireplace, an updated kitchen with brand-new cabinets and double oven, a formal dining room, a cozy dinette with built-in office space, a laundry area with a sink and storage, and a “flex” room that can serve as a formal living room, office, den, or fourth bedroom. The partially finished basement offers bonus living space, including a rustic man cave bar with a second kitchen, an open office or kids’ play area, a half bath, and a storage area. Outdoor living is just as impressive, with a huge back deck perfect for gatherings or birdwatching, plus a 24x24 detached storage garage in the northwest corner of the property. New roof (2024), New HVAC system with smart thermostat (2025), water softener (2024). This home offers the perfect blend of space, style, and convenience. Don’t miss your chance to own this beautifully updated retreat!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Wilma Mcdougle

McKinnies Realty, LLC Elkhart Brokerage Phone: 574-612-3252 Listed on: 05/01/2025

McKinnies Realty, LLC Elkhart

Last Buyer's Agent

Mary Dale

Coldwell Banker Real Estate Group

Coldwell Banker Real Estate Group

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $1,917

Year Built

  • Built in 1974

Lot Details

  • 1.26 Acre Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 249x223
  • Rural Setting
  • Level Lot

Parking

  • 2 Car Attached Garage
  • Garage Door Opener
  • Driveway

Home Design

  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Poured Concrete
  • Asphalt Roof
  • Vinyl Construction Material

Interior Spaces

  • 2-Story Property
  • Wet Bar
  • Bar
  • Entrance Foyer
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Pull Down Stairs to Attic
  • Laundry on main level

Kitchen

  • Breakfast Bar
  • Oven or Range
  • Utility Sink

Flooring

  • Carpet
  • Radiant Floor
  • Vinyl

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • Split Bedroom Floorplan
  • En-Suite Primary Bedroom
  • Walk-In Closet
  • Double Vanity
  • Bathtub with Shower
  • Separate Shower

Partially Finished Basement

  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • 1 Bathroom in Basement

Schools

  • Wakarusa Elementary School
  • Northwood Middle School
  • Northwood High School

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Heating System Uses Gas
  • Private Water Source
  • Private Company Owned Well
  • Septic System

Additional Features

  • Energy-Efficient HVAC
  • Covered Patio or Porch

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 20-09-24-477-001.000-024

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$1,917

Year Built

Built in 1974

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Class: RESIDENTIAL
  • Property Sub Type: Site-Built Home
  • Year Built: 1974
  • Style: Two Story
  • Bedrooms: 3
  • Total Bathrooms: 4
  • Total Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Total Number of Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Legal Description: 220X275-1367.87Ft E Sw Cor Se1/4 Ex .126A Row Sec 24 1.264A
  • Parcel Number ID: 20-09-24-477-001.000-024
  • Platted: Yes
  • Amenities: 1st Bdrm En Suite, Attic Pull Down Stairs, Bar, Breakfast Bar, Closet(s) Walk-in, Deck Open, Foyer Entry, Garage Door Opener, Porch Covered, Range/Oven Hk Up Gas/Elec, Six Panel Doors, Split Br Floor Plan, Twin Sink Vanity, Utility Sink, Wet Bar, Stand Up Shower, Tub/Shower Combination, Formal Dining Room, Main Floor Laundry
  • Improvmnts In Last5 Yrs: Yes
  • Location: Rural
  • Special Features: None
  • Stories: 2

Interior Features

  • Total Sq Ft: 2964
  • Total Finished Sq Ft: 2821
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 2080
  • Below Grade Finished Sq Ft: 741
  • Below Grade Sq Ft: 143
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Foundation: Full Basement, Partially Finished
  • Basement Material: Poured Concrete
  • Number Of Fireplaces: 1
  • Fireplace: Living/Great Rm
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Flooring: Carpet, Vinyl
  • Living Great Room: Dimensions: 20x14, On Level: Main
  • Kitchen: Dimensions: 15x11, On Level: Main
  • Breakfast Room: Dimensions: 12x12, On Level: Main
  • Dining Room: Dimensions: 12x12, On Level: Main
  • Family Room: Dimensions: 24x24, On Level: Lower
  • Bedroom 1: Dimensions: 16x12, On Level: Upper
  • Bedroom 2: Dimensions: 14x10, On Level: Upper
  • Bedroom 3: Dimensions: 12x12, On Level: Upper
  • Other Room1: Bonus, Dimensions: 16x12, On Level: Main
  • Other Room 2: Bar, Dimensions: 22x10, On Level: Lower
  • Other Room 3: Bonus, Dimensions: 11x13, On Level: Lower
  • Number Below Grade Bathrooms: 1
  • Number of Main Level Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Number of Below Grade Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Below Grade Sq Ft: 884

Exterior Features

  • Exterior: Brick, Vinyl
  • Roof Material: Asphalt
  • Outbuilding1: Outbuilding, Dimensions: 24x24

Garage/Parking

  • Driveway: Concrete
  • Garage Type: Attached
  • Garage Number Of Cars: 2
  • Garage Size: Dimensions: 22x20
  • Garage: Yes

Utilities

  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Heating Fuel: Gas, Floor, Forced Air
  • Sewer: Septic
  • Water Utilities: Private
  • Electric Company: NIPSCO
  • Gas Company: NIPSCO
  • Laundry: Dimensions: Mainx6, On Level: 8
  • Well Size: 4 Inches
  • Well Type: Private

Schools

  • Elementary School: Wakarusa

Lot Info

  • Lot Description: Level, 0-2.9999
  • Lot Dimensions: 249x223
  • Estimated Lot Sq Ft: 55060
  • Estimated Lot Size Acres: 1.26

Green Features

  • Energy Efficient: HVAC

Tax Info

  • Annual Taxes: 1917
  • Exemptions: Disabled Vet, Homestead

MLS Schools

  • High School: NorthWood
  • Middle School: NorthWood
  • School District: Wa-Nee Community Schools

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
May 1, 2025
Closed on
May 20, 2025
Sold by
Kronk Douglas E
Bought by
Blake Thomas V and Blake Morgan E
Seller's Agent
Wilma Mcdougle
McKinnies Realty, LLC Elkhart
Buyer's Agent
Mary Dale
Coldwell Banker Real Estate Group
List Price
$374,900
Sold Price
$393,000
Premium/Discount to List
$18,100
4.83%
Views
25
Current Estimated Value
$383,989

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
-$9,011
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-4.20%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 13, 2014
Sold by
Kronk Douglas E
Bought by
State Of Indiana

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 25, 2010
Sold by
Kronk Linda L
Bought by
Kronk Douglas E

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$174,600
Interest Rate
5.01%
Mortgage Type
VA

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 19, 2001
Sold by
Pippenger Richard A and Pippenger Claudia A
Bought by
Kronk Douglas E and Kronk Linda L

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$159,776
Interest Rate
6.69%
Mortgage Type
VA
Source: Public Records

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed -- Near North Title Group
Warranty Deed $1,050 None Available
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- Metropolitan Title
Warranty Deed -- Cripe Title / Closing
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Previous Owner $174,600 VA
Previous Owner $159,776 VA
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
05/23/2025 05/23/25 Sold $393,000 +4.8% $139 / Sq Ft
05/03/2025 05/03/25 Pending -- -- --
05/01/2025 05/01/25 For Sale $374,900 -- $133 / 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 $1,836 $296,500 $29,500 $267,000
2022 $1,836 $250,600 $29,500 $221,100
2021 $1,390 $216,700 $29,500 $187,200
2020 $1,308 $210,700 $29,500 $181,200
2019 $1,124 $192,700 $29,500 $163,200
2018 $1,027 $181,300 $29,500 $151,800
2017 $894 $174,800 $29,500 $145,300
2016 $802 $162,800 $29,500 $133,300
2014 $865 $166,400 $29,600 $136,800
2013 $928 $166,400 $29,600 $136,800
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Indiana Regional MLS

MLS Number: 202515351

Indiana Regional MLS

APN: 20-09-24-477-001.000-024