2970 W 74th Ave Merrillville, IN 46410
West Merrillville Neighborhood
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,872
Sq Ft
10,542
Sq Ft Lot
Highlights
- No HOA
- Forced Air Heating System
- 3-minute walk to Rosenbaum Park
About This Home
As of April 2025Great opportunity to buy this split entry style home built in 1971, located in Merrillville, IN and sitting on a .24 acre lot (85x124). The interior has 1872 sq. ft. with 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms, living room, dining room, and family room.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
REALHome Services and Solution License #RB17001940 Listed on: 05/02/2024
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $1,354
Year Built
- Built in 1971
Lot Details
- 10,542 Sq Ft Lot
- Lot Dimensions are 85x124
Home Design
- 1,872 Sq Ft Home
- Bi-Level Home
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms
- 2 Full Bathrooms
Utilities
- No Cooling
- Forced Air Heating System
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
- Lincoln Gardens 10 Subdivision
Listing and Financial Details
- Auction
- Assessor Parcel Number 45-12-17-304-005.000-030
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Jan 21, 2025
Closed on
Apr 18, 2025
Sold by
Gula Llc
Bought by
Alexander Travis and Finch Brittany Taylor
Seller's Agent
Jessica Lee
Keller Williams Preferred Real
Buyer's Agent
Margaret Hite
McColly Real Estate
List Price
$280,000
Sold Price
$258,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$22,000
-7.86%
Views
3546
Current Estimated Value
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
-$10,764
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-15.67%
Original Mortgage
$253,326
Outstanding Balance
$253,326
Interest Rate
6.63%
Mortgage Type
FHA
Estimated Equity
-$6,090
Purchase Details
Listed on
May 2, 2024
Closed on
Sep 24, 2024
Sold by
Morgan Stanley Abs Capital I Inc Trust and Deutsche Bank National Trust Company
Bought by
Gula Llc
Seller's Agent
Aaron Brailer
REALHome Services and Solution
Buyer's Agent
Jessica Lee
Keller Williams Preferred Real
List Price
$157,300
Sold Price
$130,200
Premium/Discount to List
-$27,100
-17.23%
Views
187
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
246.75%
Original Mortgage
$180,600
Interest Rate
6.46%
Mortgage Type
Construction
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jan 12, 2024
Sold by
Sheriff Of Lake County
Bought by
Morgan Stanley Abs Cap I Inc T and Raspberry
Purchase Details
Closed on
May 3, 2022
Sold by
Raspberry Dectrick C
Bought by
Woodfaulk-Raspberry Kimberly A
Purchase Details
Closed on
Dec 4, 2006
Sold by
Hill Robert S and Hill Cynthia M
Bought by
Raspberry Dectrick C and Woodfaulk Raspberry Kimberly A
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$123,000
Interest Rate
9.4%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Warranty Deed | -- | Fidelity National Title | |
| Special Warranty Deed | $130,200 | None Listed On Document | |
| Sheriffs Deed | $180,000 | None Listed On Document | |
| Quit Claim Deed | -- | Shannon Inga Lewis | |
| Warranty Deed | -- | Community Title Company |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $253,326 | FHA | |
| Previous Owner | $180,600 | Construction | |
| Previous Owner | $123,000 | Purchase Money Mortgage |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04/18/2025 04/18/25 | Sold | $258,000 | -0.2% | $138 / Sq Ft |
| 03/15/2025 03/15/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 03/08/2025 03/08/25 | Price Changed | $258,500 | -2.5% | $138 / Sq Ft |
| 02/21/2025 02/21/25 | Price Changed | $265,000 | -2.9% | $142 / Sq Ft |
| 02/19/2025 02/19/25 | Price Changed | $273,000 | -0.7% | $146 / Sq Ft |
| 02/03/2025 02/03/25 | Price Changed | $275,000 | -1.4% | $147 / Sq Ft |
| 01/29/2025 01/29/25 | Price Changed | $279,000 | -0.4% | $149 / Sq Ft |
| 01/21/2025 01/21/25 | For Sale | $280,000 | +115.1% | $150 / Sq Ft |
| 10/01/2024 10/01/24 | Sold | $130,200 | -11.1% | $70 / Sq Ft |
| 08/30/2024 08/30/24 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 08/20/2024 08/20/24 | Price Changed | $146,500 | -6.9% | $78 / Sq Ft |
| 08/12/2024 08/12/24 | For Sale | $157,300 | 0.0% | $84 / Sq Ft |
| 06/28/2024 06/28/24 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 06/20/2024 06/20/24 | Price Changed | $157,300 | -10.7% | $84 / Sq Ft |
| 05/21/2024 05/21/24 | Price Changed | $176,100 | -9.2% | $94 / Sq Ft |
| 05/02/2024 05/02/24 | For Sale | $193,980 | -- | $104 / Sq Ft |
Source: Northwest Indiana Association of REALTORS®
Tax History Compared to Growth
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 | $3,808 | $165,500 | $37,400 | $128,100 |
| 2023 | $1,352 | $162,500 | $36,000 | $126,500 |
| 2022 | $1,260 | $141,800 | $30,500 | $111,300 |
| 2021 | $1,133 | $132,000 | $28,800 | $103,200 |
| 2020 | $1,029 | $125,300 | $27,400 | $97,900 |
| 2019 | $1,547 | $123,100 | $26,900 | $96,200 |
| 2018 | $1,661 | $123,100 | $26,900 | $96,200 |
| 2017 | $1,652 | $122,600 | $26,900 | $95,700 |
| 2016 | $1,391 | $122,800 | $25,800 | $97,000 |
| 2014 | $1,029 | $123,700 | $25,800 | $97,900 |
| 2013 | $1,072 | $123,600 | $27,500 | $96,100 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Jessica Lee
Seller's Agent in 2025
Jessica Lee
Keller Williams Preferred Real
(708) 872-7005
4 in this area
84 Total Sales
-
Margaret Hite
Buyer's Agent in 2025
Margaret Hite
McColly Real Estate
(219) 928-6441
1 in this area
21 Total Sales
-
Aaron Brailer
A
Seller's Agent in 2024
Aaron Brailer
REALHome Services and Solution
(888) 876-3372
3 in this area
641 Total Sales
Map
Source: Northwest Indiana Association of REALTORS®
MLS Number: 803021
APN: 45-12-17-304-005.000-030
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