NOT LISTED FOR SALE

2965 Ridge Rd Long Beach, IN 46360

Estimated Value: $1,635,000 - $2,016,647

4 Beds
3 Baths
3,475 Sq Ft
$531/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold April 30, 2024

Last sale price $2,000,000 $576 Per Sq Ft

Est. 8% decrease in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $11,434/month

21 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Lake View
  • No HOA
  • 2 Car Detached Garage
  • Lake Privileges
  • Double Oven
  • Wet Bar

About This Home

As of April 2024

Welcome to the enchanting and iconic 'Butterfly House', offered for the first time ever, by its original owners. You will be instantly captivated by the amazing panoramic views of Lake Michigan, as you step into the timeless allure of this Mid-Century Modern classic home in the heart of Long Beach! The distinctive architectural design of Laurence L. Smith-Mielke & Smith features high ceilings, open spaces, expansive walls of windows and an oversized screened in porch to take in the beauty of the water and nature. With views from almost every room of the house, this retreat boasts over 3,400sf of stylish living space with plenty of storage and parking for 8+ cars, including rear street entry on desirable Ridge Road. All of this is situated on an oversized lot offering ample room for expansion & creativity. Whether you are looking for a year round peaceful retreat, summer getaway or entertainers delight, this unique property has it ALL! Hurry & schedule your personal showing today!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Kelly Gausselin

@properties/Christie's Intl RE License #RB21000285 Listed on: 02/14/2024

@properties/Christie's Intl RE

Last Buyer's Agent

Liz Roch

@properties/Christie's Intl RE License #RB20000603

@properties/Christie's Intl RE

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $19,976

Year Built

  • Built in 1955

Lot Details

  • 0.55 Acre Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 100 x 238
  • Landscaped
  • Sloped Lot

Parking

  • 2 Car Detached Garage
  • Garage Door Opener
  • Off-Street Parking

Home Design

  • Bi-Level Home
  • Brick Foundation

Interior Spaces

  • Wet Bar
  • Great Room with Fireplace
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Lake Views
  • Basement
  • Fireplace in Basement

Kitchen

  • Double Oven
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Carpet
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 3 Full Bathrooms

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Outdoor Features

  • Lake Privileges
  • Screened Patio
  • Outdoor Gas Grill

Schools

  • Lake Hills Elementary School
  • Martin T Krueger Middle School
  • Michigan City High School

Utilities

  • Central Air
  • Hot Water Heating System
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Long Beach Elysium Add Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 460114227031000023

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$19,976

Year Built

Built in 1955

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Year Built: 1955
  • Reso Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Road Frontage Type: Lakefront
  • ResoLotFeatures: Lake On Lot, Landscaped, Paved, Sloped
  • Road Surface Type: Paved
  • Reso View: Lake
  • Co List Office Mls Id: NRA2006
  • Subdivision Name: Long Beach Elysium Add
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 2123
  • Garage Yn: Yes
  • Unit Levels: Split Entry (Bi-Level)
  • New Construction: No
  • Property Attached Yn: No
  • AuctionYN: No
  • AboveGradeUnfinishedArea: 0.00
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Built-In Electric Range, Dishwasher, Disposal, Double Oven, Dryer, Microwave, Oven, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Interior Amenities: Wet Bar
  • Basement: Walk-Out Access
  • Flooring: Carpet, Ceramic Tile, Tile
  • Basement YN: Yes
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Below Grade Sq Ft: 1352
  • Fireplace Features: Great Room, Living Room, Lower Level
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • ResoLivingAreaSource: Assessor

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: Gas Grill
  • Acres: 0.546
  • Waterfront Features: Lake Privileges
  • Construction Type: Brick
  • Foundation Details: Slab
  • Patio And Porch Features: Patio, Screened

Garage/Parking

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

Utilities

  • Sewer: Septic Tank
  • Utilities: Cable Available
  • Cooling: Central Air, Whole House Fan
  • Heating: Hot Water, Natural Gas, Wood
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association: No

Schools

  • Junior High Dist: Michigan City
  • Middle Or Junior School: Martin T Krueger Middle School

Lot Info

  • Lot Dimensions: 100 X 238
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 23784
  • Parcel #: 460114227031000023

Tax Info

  • Year: 2022
  • Tax Annual Amount: 19976

MLS Schools

  • HighSchool: Michigan City High School
  • Elementary School: Lake Hills Elementary

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Feb 14, 2024
Closed on
Apr 30, 2024
Sold by
Herr Carla Carstens and John Albert Carstens Trust
Bought by
Burns Family Revocable Trust
Seller's Agent
Kelly Gausselin
@properties/Christie's Intl RE
Buyer's Agent
Liz Roch
@properties/Christie's Intl RE
List Price
$2,100,000
Sold Price
$2,000,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$100,000
-4.76%
Views
2396
Current Estimated Value
$1,845,549

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
-$154,451
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-5.43%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 16, 2013
Sold by
Herr Theodore W and Herr Carla Carstens
Bought by
Herr Carla Carsten and Carla S Carstens Trust

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 6, 2006
Sold by
Carstens Carla Sue and Herr Theodore
Bought by
John Albert Carstens Trust

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$199,400
Interest Rate
6.25%
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
Burns Family Revocable Trust $2,000,000 None Listed On Document
Herr Carla Carsten -- None Available
John Albert Carstens Trust -- Meridian Title Corp
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Previous Owner John Albert Carstens Trust $199,400
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
04/30/2024 04/30/24 Sold $2,000,000 -4.8% $576 / Sq Ft
02/15/2024 02/15/24 For Sale $2,100,000 -- $604 / 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 $19,790 $1,096,200 $680,000 $416,200
2023 $19,718 $985,900 $680,000 $305,900
2022 $15,400 $995,200 $680,000 $315,200
2021 $15,400 $770,000 $578,000 $192,000
2020 $15,400 $770,000 $578,000 $192,000
2019 $14,732 $746,400 $595,000 $151,400
2018 $14,714 $733,300 $504,600 $228,700
2017 $15,787 $789,000 $559,400 $229,600
2016 $14,924 $797,800 $559,400 $238,400
2014 $14,055 $854,300 $621,500 $232,800
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Kelly Gausselin

    Seller's Agent in 2024

    Kelly Gausselin

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    (708) 243-0952

    40 Total Sales

    Kelly Gausselin
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  • Liz Roch

    Buyer's Agent in 2024

    Liz Roch

    @ Properties

    (269) 405-7301

    237 Total Sales

    Liz Roch
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Map

Source: Northwest Indiana Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 544474

Northwest Indiana Association of REALTORS®

APN: 46-01-14-227-031.000-023

Indiana La Porte County Long Beach 46360

2965 Ridge Rd, Long Beach, IN

This home is located at 2965 Ridge Rd, Long Beach, IN 46360 since 14 February 2024 and is currently estimated at $1,845,549, approximately $531 per square foot. This property was built in 1955. 2965 Ridge Rd is a home located in LaPorte County with nearby schools including Springfield Elementary School, Martin T. Krueger Middle School, and Michigan City High School.

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