NOT LISTED FOR SALE

3601 W 78th Ave Merrillville, IN 46410

West Merrillville Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $270,000 - $370,000

4 Beds
3 Baths
1,961 Sq Ft
$157/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold March 10, 2021

Last sale price $240,000 $122 Per Sq Ft

Est. 28% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $2,224/month

5 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Deck
  • No HOA
  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Corner Lot
  • 2.5 Car Attached Garage
  • Fenced

About This Home

As of March 2021

Completely Remodeled w/ Finished Basement in Merrillville! From the floors to the lighting fixtures, everything in this home is brand new! Open concept living room and kitchen with island. All appliances are updated, stainless steel, and included in the sale. Main floor features spacious master with ensuite bathroom and two closets as well as another bedroom and renovated full bath. Finished basement allows for extra living space. Two more bedrooms and renovated bathroom located on the lower level. Large deck off the kitchen is the perfect spot to BBQ or entertain guests. All that's left for you to do is move in! (Agent Owned)

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Manny Hernandez

Simplify Your Move! Realty Inc License #RB14050711 Listed on: 02/05/2021

Co-Listed By

Laura Hernandez

Simplify Your Move! Realty Inc License #RB14046635

Last Buyer's Agent

Julie Urbanski

Coldwell Banker Realty License #RB14049424

Coldwell Banker Realty

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $1,721

Year Built

  • Built in 1962

Lot Details

  • 0.3 Acre Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 109 x 120
  • Fenced
  • Corner Lot

Parking

  • 2.5 Car Attached Garage
  • Garage Door Opener
  • Off-Street Parking

Home Design

  • Bi-Level Home

Kitchen

  • Gas Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher

Flooring

  • Carpet
  • Vinyl

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms

Outdoor Features

  • Deck

Schools

  • Merrillville High School

Utilities

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

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Lincoln Gardens Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 451219207015000030

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$1,721

Year Built

Built in 1962

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Year Built: 1962
  • Reso Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • ResoLotFeatures: Corner Lot, Paved
  • Road Surface Type: Paved
  • ResoOtherEquipment: None
  • Co List Office Mls Id: NRA1830
  • Co List Office Mls Id: NRA1347
  • Subdivision Name: Lincoln Gardens
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 999
  • Garage Yn: Yes
  • Unit Levels: Split Entry (Bi-Level)
  • Property Attached Yn: No
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Gas Range, Microwave, Refrigerator
  • Interior Amenities: Primary Downstairs
  • Flooring: Carpet, Vinyl
  • Basement YN: No
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Three Quarter Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Below Grade Sq Ft: 962
  • ResoLivingAreaSource: Assessor

Exterior Features

  • Fencing: Fenced
  • Acres: 0.3
  • Construction Type: Vinyl Siding
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 2.5
  • Parking Features: Attached, Garage Door Opener, Off Street

Utilities

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

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Community Features: Sidewalks
  • Association: No

Schools

  • Junior High Dist: Merrillville

Lot Info

  • Lot Dimensions: 109 x 120
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 13068
  • Parcel #: 451219207015000030
  • Zoning Description: Residential

Tax Info

  • Year: 2019
  • Tax Annual Amount: 1721

MLS Schools

  • HighSchool: Merrillville High School

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Feb 5, 2021
Closed on
Mar 9, 2021
Sold by
M & A Investment Properties Llc
Bought by
Scioto Properties S 16 Llc
Seller's Agent
Manny Hernandez
Simplify Your Move! Realty Inc
Buyer's Agent
Julie Urbanski
Coldwell Banker Realty
List Price
$240,000
Sold Price
$240,000
Current Estimated Value
$308,336

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$68,336
Avg. Annual Appreciation
4.48%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 4, 2020
Sold by
Hindmon Jerome
Bought by
M & A Investment Properties Llc

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$201,500
Interest Rate
2.9%
Mortgage Type
Credit Line Revolving
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
Scioto Properties S 16 Llc -- Meridian Title Corp
M & A Investment Properties Llc -- Meridian Title Corp
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Previous Owner M & A Investment Properties Llc $201,500
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
03/10/2021 03/10/21 Sold $240,000 0.0% $122 / Sq Ft
02/14/2021 02/14/21 Pending -- -- --
02/09/2021 02/09/21 For Sale $240,000 -- $122 / 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 $6,434 $276,700 $40,400 $236,300
2023 $4,848 $274,600 $38,900 $235,700
2022 $4,848 $242,400 $33,000 $209,400
2021 $4,246 $212,300 $31,100 $181,200
2020 $1,193 $133,300 $29,600 $103,700
2019 $1,721 $131,000 $29,100 $101,900
2018 $1,845 $131,000 $29,100 $101,900
2017 $1,860 $131,200 $29,100 $102,100
2016 $1,620 $130,900 $27,900 $103,000
2014 $1,185 $130,800 $28,000 $102,800
2013 $1,234 $130,700 $29,800 $100,900
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Manny Hernandez

    Seller's Agent in 2021

    Manny Hernandez

    Simplify Your Move! Realty Inc

    (219) 613-3567

    11 in this area

    411 Total Sales

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    Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2021

    Laura Hernandez

    Simplify Your Move! Realty Inc

    (219) 308-5647

    5 in this area

    87 Total Sales

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  • Julie Urbanski

    Buyer's Agent in 2021

    Julie Urbanski

    Coldwell Banker Realty

    (219) 741-9155

    1 in this area

    137 Total Sales

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Map

Source: Northwest Indiana Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 487934

Northwest Indiana Association of REALTORS®

APN: 45-12-19-207-015.000-030

Indiana Lake County Merrillville 46410 West Merrillville

3601 W 78th Ave, Merrillville, IN

This home is located at 3601 W 78th Ave, Merrillville, IN 46410 since 05 February 2021 and is currently estimated at $308,336, approximately $157 per square foot. This property was built in 1962. 3601 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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