$725,000
SOLD APR 23, 2026

2818 Little Turtle Trail Fort Wayne, IN 46804

4 Beds
6 Baths
5,019 Sq Ft
1.37 Acres Lot

Sale Details

Date Sold: April 23, 2026

$144 Per Sq Ft

15% Below List Price

4 on Market

Highlights

  • Primary Bedroom Suite
  • 1.37 Acre Lot
  • Traditional Architecture
  • Deer Ridge Elementary School Rated A-
  • Fireplace in Bedroom
  • Wood Flooring

About This Home

As of April 2026

Nestled in one of the premier SWA neighborhoods, this home located in Covington Lake Estates features a French country, classic look with intricate interior wood work, 3 fireplaces, Grabill cabinets, custom plantation shutters throughout and loads of character and upgraded finishes. It is situated on a 1.4 acre lot with mature trees, large courtyard deck area off the living room and kitchen, a large yard and a circle drive for easy parking. The four bedroom home offers a primary suite on the main floor with a 18 x 14 walk in closet, claw foot tub and walk in shower. There are two guest baths on the main floor as well as two living areas, a walk in pantry, formal dining room, den and laundry room. Upstairs features three bedrooms, two full baths and two large walk-in storage closets. The basement has more storage, a large rec area and another half bath. Don't miss this one of a kind, move in ready home.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Erin Poiry

Mike Thomas Assoc., Inc Listed on: 03/19/2026

Mike Thomas Assoc., Inc

Last Buyer's Agent

Scott Jester

Coldwell Banker Real Estate Gr

Coldwell Banker Real Estate Gr

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $6,907

Year Built

  • Built in 1972

Lot Details

  • 1.37 Acre Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 301x202x301x202
  • Landscaped
  • Corner Lot
  • Level Lot

HOA Fees

  • $146 Monthly HOA Fees

Parking

  • 3 Car Attached Garage
  • Garage Door Opener
  • Driveway

Home Design

  • Traditional Architecture
  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Poured Concrete

Interior Spaces

  • 2-Story Property
  • Built-in Bookshelves
  • Bar
  • Beamed Ceilings
  • Tray Ceiling
  • Skylights
  • Plantation Shutters
  • Dining Room with Fireplace
  • 3 Fireplaces
  • Laundry Room

Kitchen

  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Walk-In Pantry
  • Solid Surface Countertops
  • Built-In or Custom Kitchen Cabinets

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Carpet
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms
  • Fireplace in Bedroom
  • Primary Bedroom Suite
  • Walk-In Closet
  • Bathtub With Separate Shower Stall

Attic

  • Storage In Attic
  • Pull Down Stairs to Attic

Basement

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

Home Security

  • Home Security System
  • Fire and Smoke Detector

Schools

  • Deer Ridge Elementary School
  • Woodside Middle School
  • Homestead High School

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Heating System Uses Gas
  • Cable TV Available

Community Details

  • Covington Lake Estates Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 02-11-15-127-002.000-075

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$6,907

Year Built

Built in 1972

Lot Details

1.37 Acres

HOA Fees

$146 per month

Parking

3

Listing Details

  • Class: RESIDENTIAL
  • Property Sub Type: Site-Built Home
  • Year Built: 1972
  • Style: Two Story
  • Architectural Style: Traditional
  • Bedrooms: 4
  • Total Bathrooms: 6
  • Total Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Total Number of Half Bathrooms: 3
  • Legal Description: Covington Lake Estates Sec A Amd Lot 14
  • Parcel Number ID: 02-11-15-127-002.000-075
  • Platted: Yes
  • Amenities: 1st Bdrm En Suite, Alarm System-Security, Attic Pull Down Stairs, Attic Storage, Bar, Built-In Bookcase, Cable Ready, Ceiling-Tray, Ceilings-Beamed, Closet(s) Walk-in, Countertops-Solid Surf, Deck Open, Detector-Smoke, Eat-In Kitchen, Garage Door Opener, Landscaped, Near Walking Trail, Pantry-Walk In, Skylight(s), Tub and Separate Shower, Main Level Bedroom Suite, Custom Cabinetry
  • Cross Street: La Balme Trail
  • Location: Near Walking Trail
  • Special Features: None
  • Stories: 2

Interior Features

  • Total Sq Ft: 5490
  • Total Finished Sq Ft: 5019
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 4524
  • Below Grade Finished Sq Ft: 495
  • Below Grade Sq Ft: 471
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Foundation: Full Basement
  • Basement Material: Poured Concrete
  • Number Of Fireplaces: 3
  • Fireplace: Breakfast Room, Family Rm, 1st Bdrm
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Flooring: Hardwood Floors, Carpet, Tile
  • Living Great Room: Dimensions: 23x17, On Level: Main
  • Kitchen: Dimensions: 10x10, On Level: Main
  • Breakfast Room: Dimensions: 11x10, On Level: Main
  • Dining Room: Dimensions: 15x13, On Level: Main
  • Family Room: Dimensions: 21x14, On Level: Main
  • Den: Dimensions: 14x10, On Level: Main
  • Recreation Room: Dimensions: 23x15, On Level: Basement
  • Extra Room: Storage Room, Dimensions: 23x15, On Level: Basement
  • Bedroom 1: Dimensions: 18x16, On Level: Main
  • Bedroom 2: Dimensions: 15x10, On Level: Upper
  • Bedroom 3: Dimensions: 15x10, On Level: Upper
  • Bedroom 4: Dimensions: 14x14, On Level: Upper
  • Main Level Sq Ft: 2748
  • Number Below Grade Bathrooms: 1
  • Number of Main Level Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Number of Below Grade Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Number of Main Level Half Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Below Grade Sq Ft: 966

Exterior Features

  • Exterior: Brick
  • Outbuilding1: None

Garage/Parking

  • Driveway: Asphalt
  • Garage Type: Attached
  • Garage Number Of Cars: 3
  • Garage Size: Dimensions: 32x25
  • Garage: Yes

Utilities

  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Heating Fuel: Gas, Forced Air
  • Sewer: City
  • Water Utilities: City
  • Laundry: Dimensions: Mainx7, On Level: 11

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Restrictions: Yes
  • Association Fees: 1750
  • Association Fees Frequency: Annually

Schools

  • Elementary School: Deer Ridge

Lot Info

  • Lot Description: Corner, Level
  • Lot Dimensions: 301x202x301x202
  • Estimated Lot Sq Ft: 59677
  • Estimated Lot Size Acres: 1.37
  • Lot Number: 14

Tax Info

  • Annual Taxes: 6907.46
  • Exemptions: Homestead

MLS Schools

  • High School: Homestead
  • Middle School: Woodside
  • School District: MSD of Southwest Allen Cnty

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Mar 19, 2026
Closed on
Apr 23, 2026
Sold by
Erin Poiry and Richard K Garton Revocable Trust
Bought by
Melero Gerardo
Seller's Agent
Erin Poiry
Mike Thomas Assoc., Inc
Buyer's Agent
Scott Jester
Coldwell Banker Real Estate Gr
List Price
$850,000
Sold Price
$725,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$125,000
-14.71%
Views
58

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
751.92%
Original Mortgage
$652,500
Outstanding Balance
$652,500
Interest Rate
5.63%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$208,038

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 13, 2007
Sold by
Garton Richard K
Bought by
Garton Richard K and Richard K Garton Revocable Trust
Source: Public Records

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Purchase History

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Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Deed -- None Listed On Document
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- None Available
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

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Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $652,500 New Conventional
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
04/23/2026 04/23/26 Sold $725,000 -14.7% $144 / Sq Ft
03/23/2026 03/23/26 Pending -- -- --
03/19/2026 03/19/26 For Sale $850,000 -- $169 / Sq Ft
Source: Indiana Regional MLS

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
2025 $6,907 $741,900 $107,400 $634,500
2024 $6,428 $631,700 $107,400 $524,300
2023 $6,428 $586,400 $107,400 $479,000
2022 $5,822 $524,100 $107,400 $416,700
2021 $5,004 $462,400 $107,400 $355,000
2020 $5,316 $489,700 $107,400 $382,300
2019 $5,229 $479,100 $107,400 $371,700
2018 $5,185 $473,800 $107,400 $366,400
2017 $4,882 $443,000 $107,400 $335,600
2016 $4,949 $447,200 $107,400 $339,800
2014 $4,318 $391,400 $107,400 $284,000
2013 $4,284 $385,900 $107,400 $278,500
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Indiana Regional MLS

MLS Number: 202609084

Indiana Regional MLS

APN: 02-11-15-127-002.000-075

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