NOT LISTED FOR SALE

3405 W 78th Ave Merrillville, IN 46410

West Merrillville Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $223,000 - $276,000

5 Beds
2 Baths
1,887 Sq Ft
$128/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold February 03, 2020

Last sale price $136,000 $72 Per Sq Ft

Est. 77% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $1,633/month

108 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Deck
  • Corner Lot
  • Cooling Available
  • Recreation Room
  • Den
  • Patio

About This Home

As of February 2020

Move-in ready bi-level home in a fenced corner lot. 3 bedrooms on upper level and 2 extra bedrooms in the lower level. 1 full bath in the upstairs and a 3/4 bath in the lower level. The lower level has been completely redone with new flooring and new paint, some work is still being done. Upper level has hardwood flooring throughout. Master bedroom in the upstairs has walk in closet. The roof and siding is 5 years, the furnace is 6 years. Sump pump was just installed this past spring. All appliances will stay in property.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Erika Avitia

@properties/Christie's Intl RE License #RB19001102 Listed on: 10/16/2019

@properties/Christie's Intl RE

Last Buyer's Agent

Madeline Nichols

Integrity Real Estate License #RB14032229

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $1,424

Year Built

  • Built in 1964

Lot Details

  • 9,845 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 120x82
  • Fenced
  • Corner Lot
  • Paved or Partially Paved Lot

Home Design

  • Aluminum Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 1,887 Sq Ft Home
  • Multi-Level Property
  • Living Room
  • Den
  • Recreation Room
  • Sump Pump

Kitchen

  • Portable Gas Range
  • Range Hood
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 5 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Outdoor Features

  • Deck
  • Patio

Utilities

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

Community Details

  • Lincoln Gardens 03 Subdivision
  • Net Lease

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 451219232001000030

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$1,424

Year Built

Built in 1964

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Year Built: 1964
  • Reso Property Sub Type: Single Family Detach
  • ResoLotFeatures: Corner Lot, Paved Road, Sidewalks
  • ResoOtherEquipment: Sump Pump
  • Co List Office Mls Id: GNR966
  • Subdivision Name: Lincoln Gardens 03
  • Architectural Style: Multi-Level
  • GNR_Exterior: Aluminum Siding
  • GNR_UnfinishedSquareFootage: 0
  • GNR_HeatSystem: Forced Air
  • GNR_HOAPOAAnnualAmount: 0
  • GNR_Septic: No
  • GNR_TotalLessBasement: 0
  • GNR_MunicipalWater: Yes
  • GNR_Well: No
  • GNR_TotalBathrooms: 1.75
  • GNR_FullBathrooms: 0
  • GNR_HalfBathrooms: 0
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Exhaust Hood, Portable Gas Range, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Interior Amenities: Common Rec Room, Den/Office
  • Total Bedrooms: 5

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: Deck, Fence, Patio
  • Acres: 0.226

Garage/Parking

  • Parking Features: None

Utilities

  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • Heating: Natural Gas

Lot Info

  • Lot Dimensions: 120x82
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 9845
  • Parcel #: 451219232001000030

Tax Info

  • Year: 2018
  • Tax Annual Amount: 1424

Multi Family

  • Existing Lease Type: Net

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Oct 16, 2019
Closed on
Feb 3, 2020
Sold by
Sowder Mary and Sowder Martin
Bought by
Moore William H and Moore Elaine
Seller's Agent
Erika Avitia
@properties/Christie's Intl RE
Buyer's Agent
Madeline Nichols
Integrity Real Estate
List Price
$136,000
Sold Price
$136,000
Current Estimated Value
$240,772

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$104,772
Avg. Annual Appreciation
10.54%
Original Mortgage
$140,896
Outstanding Balance
$125,084
Interest Rate
3.74%
Mortgage Type
VA
Estimated Equity
$115,688

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 27, 2016
Sold by
Sowder Martin and Sowder Mary
Bought by
Sowder Mary and Sowder Martin
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
Moore William H -- Community Title Company
Sowder Mary -- None Available
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Moore William H $140,896
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
02/03/2020 02/03/20 Sold $136,000 0.0% $72 / Sq Ft
02/01/2020 02/01/20 Pending -- -- --
10/16/2019 10/16/19 For Sale $136,000 -- $72 / 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 $4,281 $185,900 $35,300 $150,600
2023 $925 $182,700 $34,000 $148,700
2022 $925 $159,700 $28,900 $130,800
2021 $907 $140,500 $27,200 $113,300
2020 $889 $136,500 $25,900 $110,600
2019 $1,384 $124,100 $25,400 $98,700
2018 $1,424 $122,100 $25,400 $96,700
2017 $1,402 $122,500 $25,400 $97,100
2016 $1,395 $122,300 $24,400 $97,900
2014 $996 $120,400 $24,400 $96,000
2013 $1,038 $120,400 $26,100 $94,300
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Erika Avitia

    Seller's Agent in 2020

    Erika Avitia

    @ Properties

    (773) 946-6661

    83 Total Sales

    Erika Avitia
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  • Madeline Nichols

    Buyer's Agent in 2020

    Madeline Nichols

    Integrity Real Estate

    (219) 201-7040

    24 Total Sales

    Madeline Nichols
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Map

Source: Northwest Indiana Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: GNR464772

Northwest Indiana Association of REALTORS®

APN: 45-12-19-232-001.000-030

Indiana Lake County Merrillville 46410 West Merrillville

3405 W 78th Ave, Merrillville, IN

This home is located at 3405 W 78th Ave, Merrillville, IN 46410 since 16 October 2019 and is currently estimated at $240,772, approximately $127 per square foot. This property was built in 1964. 3405 W 78th Ave 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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