NOT LISTED FOR SALE

2985 W 73rd Place Merrillville, IN 46410

West Merrillville Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $245,000 - $292,000

3 Beds
1.5 Baths
2,384 Sq Ft
$112/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold September 23, 2016

Last sale price $210,000 $88 Per Sq Ft

Est. 33% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $1,899/month

38 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Above Ground Pool
  • Deck
  • Pole Barn
  • 0.54 Acre Lot
  • Hilly Lot
  • 4-minute walk to Independence Park

About This Home

As of September 2016

Character and charm abound in this gracious, historical home set high on manicured lot. Leaving much of the character while modernizing, this home has been lovingly maintained and offers such amenities as, Brazilian wood flooring, tray ceiling and cherry, mirrored wall cabinets in formal dining room. Handcrafted kitchen cabinets found in the large, country kitchen which also has walk in pantry. Original hardwood under carpet in huge living room. Parlor/office in front of home boasts decorative wood trim keeping the old world feel.Upstairs finds 3 good sized bedrooms all with original hardwood floors and a full bath with jetted tub and separate shower. Full basement. Sellers have lovingly cared for home by replacing all windows ( exception of basement)siding and roof. In addition, 27ft pool w/deck and gazebo round out yard. 4 stall pole barn/garage, larger than a traditional 4 car garage, perfect for car/boat/workshop.Own a piece of history. Well on site but no pumping equipment.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Sue Blue

McColly Real Estate License #RB14047428 Listed on: 06/27/2016

McColly Real Estate

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $1,257

Year Built

  • Built in 1870

Lot Details

  • 0.54 Acre Lot
  • Landscaped
  • Paved or Partially Paved Lot
  • Sloped Lot
  • Well Sprinkler System
  • Hilly Lot

Parking

  • 4 Car Detached Garage
  • Garage Door Opener

Home Design

  • Vinyl Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 2,384 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Living Room
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Den
  • Home Security System
  • Dryer
  • Basement

Kitchen

  • Country Kitchen
  • Portable Gas Range
  • Freezer

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • Bathroom on Main Level
  • Whirlpool Bathtub

Pool

  • Above Ground Pool
  • Pool Equipment or Cover

Outdoor Features

  • Deck
  • Exterior Lighting
  • Pole Barn
  • Gazebo

Utilities

  • Cooling System Mounted To A Wall/Window
  • Radiator
  • Gravity Heating System
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas
  • Well
  • Cable TV Available

Community Details

  • Net Lease

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 451217304006000030

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$1,257

Year Built

Built in 1870

Lot Details

0

Parking

4

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Year Built: 1870
  • Reso Property Sub Type: Single Family Detach
  • ResoLotFeatures: Hilly, Landscaped, Paved Road, Sloped, Sprinkling Well
  • ResoOtherEquipment: Cable TV Hookup, Pool Equipment, Security System
  • Co List Office Mls Id: GNR254
  • Subdivision Name: None
  • Architectural Style: Two Story
  • GNR_Exterior: Vinyl
  • GNR_UnfinishedSquareFootage: 1392
  • GNR_HeatSystem: Gravity
  • GNR_HOAPOAAnnualAmount: 0
  • GNR_Septic: No
  • GNR_TotalLessBasement: 0
  • GNR_MunicipalWater: Yes
  • GNR_Well: Yes
  • GNR_TotalBathrooms: 1.5
  • GNR_FullBathrooms: 0
  • GNR_HalfBathrooms: 0
  • GNR_Auction: No
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Dryer, Freezer, Portable Gas Range, Window/Wall Air Cond
  • Interior Amenities: Country Kitchen, Den/Office, Formal Dining, Main Floor Bathroom, Whirlpool Tub
  • Basement: Enclosed
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 3

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: Above Ground Pool, Deck, Gazebo, In Ground Sprinklers, Landscape Lighting, Pole Barn
  • Acres: 0.535

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 4
  • Parking Features: Detached, Garage Door Opener, Pole Barn

Utilities

  • Utilities: On
  • Cooling Y N: No
  • Heating: Natural Gas, Radiator(s)

Schools

  • Junior High Dist: Merrillville

Lot Info

  • Lot Dimensions: IRREGULAR
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 23305
  • Parcel #: 451217304006000030

Tax Info

  • Year: 2015
  • Tax Annual Amount: 1257

Multi Family

  • Existing Lease Type: Net

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jun 27, 2016
Closed on
Sep 22, 2016
Sold by
Lamb Rickey D and Lamb Doris K
Bought by
Garfias Juan A and Garfias Gabriela
Seller's Agent
Sue Blue
McColly Real Estate
List Price
$210,000
Sold Price
$210,000
Current Estimated Value
$278,397

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$68,397
Avg. Annual Appreciation
2.71%
Original Mortgage
$199,500
Interest Rate
3.43%
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
Garfias Juan A -- Community Title Co
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Garfias Juan A $187,000
Closed Garfias Juan A $199,500
Previous Owner Lamb Rickey D $50,900
Previous Owner Lamb Rickey D $76,500
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
09/23/2016 09/23/16 Sold $210,000 0.0% $88 / Sq Ft
08/04/2016 08/04/16 Pending -- -- --
06/27/2016 06/27/16 For Sale $210,000 -- $88 / 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 $4,590 $199,200 $25,000 $174,200
2023 $1,675 $195,900 $24,000 $171,900
2022 $1,675 $171,600 $20,300 $151,300
2021 $1,378 $149,400 $19,200 $130,200
2020 $1,263 $142,000 $18,300 $123,700
2019 $1,624 $139,400 $17,900 $121,500
2018 $1,657 $136,900 $17,900 $119,000
2017 $1,623 $136,700 $17,900 $118,800
2016 $1,628 $137,400 $17,200 $120,200
2014 $1,235 $137,300 $17,200 $120,100
2013 $1,282 $136,700 $18,300 $118,400
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Sue Blue

    Seller's Agent in 2016

    Sue Blue

    McColly Real Estate

    (219) 742-6324

    59 Total Sales

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Map

Source: Northwest Indiana Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: GNR396620

Northwest Indiana Association of REALTORS®

APN: 45-12-17-304-006.000-030

Indiana Lake County Merrillville 46410 West Merrillville

2985 W 73rd Place, Merrillville, IN

This home is located at 2985 W 73rd Place, Merrillville, IN 46410 since 27 June 2016 and is currently estimated at $266,461, approximately $111 per square foot. This property was built in 1870. 2985 W 73rd Place is a home located in Lake County with nearby schools including Jonas E. Salk Elementary School, Merrillville Intermediate School, and Pierce Middle School.

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