NOT LISTED FOR SALE

298 S California St Hobart, IN 46342

Estimated Value: $227,000 - $291,968

4 Beds
2.5 Baths
1,842 Sq Ft
$143/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold June 06, 2023

Last sale price $284,000 $154 Per Sq Ft

Est. 7% decrease in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $2,044/month

28 Days on Market

Highlights

  • No HOA
  • 2.5 Car Detached Garage
  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Covered patio or porch
  • 1-Story Property
  • Carpet

About This Home

As of June 2023

MODERN, BRIGHT AND MOVE IN READY!!!! This home has been remodeled from top to bottom. The moment you walk into this home you will fall in love with the open concept and clean lines. The incredible kitchen over looks the living room. The kitchen features quarts countertops, charming peninsula and a full stainless steel appliance package. The bedrooms feature new drywall, trim, doors and carpet. The Main Bedroom features an attached bathroom with a large shower with custom tile. The additional bathroom features upgraded tile, large vanity and linen closet. The exterior has brand new siding, roof and windows. Upgraded Electrical and Plumbing along with a new Water Heater make this home an ideal choice. Don't miss your chance to view this one of a kind home.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Jillian Kosiara

Seramur Properties, LLC License #RB14041315 Listed on: 03/27/2023

Last Buyer's Agent

Nick Milici

Trueblood Real Estate, LLC License #RB14051799

Trueblood Real Estate, LLC

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $2,316

Year Built

  • Built in 1954

Lot Details

  • 7,623 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 60x127

Parking

  • 2.5 Car Detached Garage
  • Garage Door Opener

Interior Spaces

  • 1-Story Property
  • Basement

Kitchen

  • Range Hood
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher

Flooring

  • Carpet
  • Vinyl

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms

Outdoor Features

  • Covered patio or porch

Schools

  • Hobart High School

Utilities

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

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Hobart Park Add Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 450931132021000018

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$2,316

Year Built

Built in 1954

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Year Built: 1954
  • Road Surface Type: Paved
  • Co List Office Mls Id: NRA902
  • Subdivision Name: Hobart Park Add
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 1352
  • 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, Microwave, Range Hood
  • Interior Amenities: Primary Downstairs
  • Basement: Interior Entry
  • Flooring: Carpet, Ceramic Tile, Vinyl
  • Basement YN: Yes
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Three Quarter Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Below Grade Sq Ft: 490
  • ResoLivingAreaSource: Assessor

Exterior Features

  • Acres: 0.175
  • Construction Type: Vinyl Siding
  • Foundation Details: Slab
  • Patio And Porch Features: Covered, Porch

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 2.5
  • Parking Features: Detached, Garage Door Opener

Utilities

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

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Community Features: Curbs, Sidewalks
  • Association: No

Lot Info

  • Lot Dimensions: 60x127
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 7623
  • Parcel #: 450931132021000018

Tax Info

  • Year: 2021
  • Tax Annual Amount: 2316

MLS Schools

  • HighSchool: Hobart High School

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Mar 27, 2023
Closed on
Jun 7, 2023
Sold by
Smith Kevin E
Bought by
Brandt Michael and Brandt Cynthia L
Seller's Agent
Jillian Kosiara
Seramur Properties, LLC
Buyer's Agent
Nick Milici
Trueblood Real Estate, LLC
List Price
$294,900
Sold Price
$284,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$10,900
-3.7%
Total Days on Market
28
Current Estimated Value
$263,992

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
-$20,008
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-4.12%
Original Mortgage
$230,000
Outstanding Balance
$225,056
Interest Rate
6.39%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$36,243

Purchase Details

Listed on
Feb 18, 2022
Closed on
Mar 29, 2022
Sold by
Reverse Mortgage Funding Llc
Bought by
Smith Kevin E
Seller's Agent
Jennifer Ward
Double Diamond Real Estate LLC
Buyer's Agent
Jillian Kosiara
Seramur Properties, LLC
List Price
$165,000
Sold Price
$165,000

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
61.02%
Original Mortgage
$203,000
Interest Rate
3.85%
Mortgage Type
Construction

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 10, 2022
Sold by
Sheriff Of Lake County
Bought by
Reverse Mortgage Funding Llc

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$203,000
Interest Rate
3.85%
Mortgage Type
Construction

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 4, 2022
Sold by
Sheriff Of Lake County
Bought by
Reverse Mortgage Funding Llc

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$203,000
Interest Rate
3.85%
Mortgage Type
Construction
Source: Public Records

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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
Brandt Michael $284,000 Liberty Title
Smith Kevin E -- Hicks Robert A
Reverse Mortgage Funding Llc $138,798 Doyle & Foutty Pc
Reverse Mortgage Funding Llc $138,798 Doyle & Foutty Pc
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Brandt Michael $230,000
Previous Owner Smith Kevin E $203,000
Previous Owner Felton David L $213,750
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
06/06/2023 06/06/23 Sold $284,000 -3.7% $154 / Sq Ft
04/24/2023 04/24/23 Pending -- -- --
03/27/2023 03/27/23 For Sale $294,900 +78.7% $160 / Sq Ft
04/15/2022 04/15/22 Sold $165,000 0.0% $70 / Sq Ft
03/15/2022 03/15/22 Pending -- -- --
02/18/2022 02/18/22 For Sale $165,000 -- $70 / 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 $6,801 $275,200 $34,000 $241,200
2023 $1,323 $166,600 $34,000 $132,600
2022 $1,323 $157,300 $26,600 $130,700
2021 $1,297 $144,600 $20,400 $124,200
2020 $1,271 $138,400 $20,400 $118,000
2019 $1,423 $132,300 $20,400 $111,900
2018 $1,394 $129,200 $20,400 $108,800
2017 $1,366 $125,600 $20,400 $105,200
2016 $1,536 $149,300 $23,200 $126,100
2014 $1,319 $150,900 $23,200 $127,700
2013 $1,294 $151,900 $23,200 $128,700
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Jillian Kosiara

    Seller's Agent in 2023

    Jillian Kosiara

    Seramur Properties, LLC

    (219) 405-0103

    3 in this area

    78 Total Sales

    Jillian Kosiara
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  • Nick Milici

    Buyer's Agent in 2023

    Nick Milici

    Trueblood Real Estate, LLC

    (219) 306-1412

    7 in this area

    112 Total Sales

    Nick Milici
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  • N

    Buyer's Agent in 2023

    Nicholas Milici

    Listing Leaders

  • T

    Buyer Co-Listing Agent in 2023

    Tricia Smith

    Listing Leaders

    2 in this area

    7 Total Sales

    Tricia Smith
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  • Jennifer Ward

    Seller's Agent in 2022

    Jennifer Ward

    Double Diamond Real Estate LLC

    (219) 406-1458

    5 in this area

    110 Total Sales

    Jennifer Ward
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  • Bart Vickrey

    Buyer Co-Listing Agent in 2022

    Bart Vickrey

    Listing Leaders

    (219) 405-3768

    14 in this area

    495 Total Sales

    Bart Vickrey
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Map

Source: Northwest Indiana Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 527852

Northwest Indiana Association of REALTORS®

APN: 45-09-31-132-021.000-018

Indiana Lake County Hobart 46342

298 S California St, Hobart, IN

This home is located at 298 S California St, Hobart, IN 46342 since 27 March 2023 and is currently estimated at $263,992, approximately $143 per square foot. This property was built in 1954. 298 S California St is a home located in Lake County with nearby schools including Hobart High School, Hobart Baptist School, and Trinity Lutheran School.

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