NOT LISTED FOR SALE

3700 W 79th Ave Merrillville, IN 46410

West Merrillville Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $267,645 - $290,000

4 Beds
2 Baths
1,888 Sq Ft
$147/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold March 07, 2024

Last sale price $277,000 $147 Per Sq Ft

Current estimated payment $1,800/month

4 Days on Market

Highlights

  • No HOA
  • Home Security System
  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • 2.5 Car Detached Garage
  • Landscaped
  • Vinyl Flooring

About This Home

As of March 2024

Explore comfort and convenience in this bi-level home featuring four bedrooms and two baths. The eat-in kitchen is a delightful space, ideal for meals and gatherings. The lower level accommodates a fourth bedroom for added flexibility and a recreational room perfect for leisure activities. Outside, a circular driveway enhances accessibility and curb appeal, providing ample parking. A relaxing oasis complete with a pool and deck awaits you in the backyard. This well-designed home offers a blend of practical living spaces and a welcoming atmosphere. Schedule a visit to experience the charm of this four-bedroom gem!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Courtney Johnson

Advanced Real Estate, LLC License #RB22000208 Listed on: 01/31/2024

Last Buyer's Agent

Alissa Johns

@properties/Christie's Intl RE License #RB14052284

@properties/Christie's Intl RE

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $1,295

Year Built

  • Built in 1962

Lot Details

  • 9,583 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 80x120
  • Landscaped

Parking

  • 2.5 Car Detached Garage

Home Design

  • Bi-Level Home

Interior Spaces

  • Vinyl Flooring
  • Home Security System
  • Microwave

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 2 Full Bathrooms

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

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 451219208021000030

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$1,295

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: Landscaped, Level, Paved
  • Road Surface Type: Paved
  • ResoOtherEquipment: Other
  • ResoSecurityFeatures: Security System
  • Co List Office Mls Id: NRA1984
  • Subdivision Name: Lincoln Gardens
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 944
  • Garage Yn: Yes
  • Unit Levels: Split Entry (Bi-Level)
  • New Construction: No
  • Property Attached Yn: No
  • AuctionYN: No
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Built-In Gas Range, Dryer, Microwave, Other, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Interior Amenities: None
  • Flooring: Vinyl
  • Basement YN: No
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Below Grade Sq Ft: 944
  • ResoLivingAreaSource: Assessor

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: None
  • Acres: 0.22
  • Construction Type: Vinyl Siding

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 2.5
  • Parking Features: Detached

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

Lot Info

  • Lot Dimensions: 80x120
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 9583
  • Parcel #: 451219208021000030

Tax Info

  • Year: 2022
  • Tax Annual Amount: 1295

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jan 31, 2024
Closed on
Mar 1, 2024
Sold by
Piorkowski Kamila and Piorkowski Lukasz
Bought by
Babrowski Richard
Seller's Agent
Courtney Johnson
Advanced Real Estate, LLC
Buyer's Agent
Alissa Johns
@properties/Christie's Intl RE
List Price
$274,900
Sold Price
$277,000
Premium/Discount to List
$2,100
0.76%
Views
26
Current Estimated Value
$277,911

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$911
Avg. Annual Appreciation
0.21%
Original Mortgage
$138,500
Outstanding Balance
$129,525
Interest Rate
5.96%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$148,386

Purchase Details

Listed on
Oct 4, 2013
Closed on
Jan 22, 2014
Sold by
Berrier Bradley M
Bought by
Piotrowski Kamila D and Piotrowski Lukasz
Seller's Agent
Bart Vickrey
Listing Leaders
Buyer's Agent
Mort Debs
Coldwell Banker Realty
List Price
$118,000
Sold Price
$118,000

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
8.79%
Original Mortgage
$94,400
Interest Rate
4.49%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Listed on
Apr 2, 2013
Closed on
Aug 20, 2013
Sold by
Federal Home Loan Mortgage Corporation
Bought by
Berrier Bradley M
Seller's Agent
Steve Jamrok
Realty Executives Premier
List Price
$54,000
Sold Price
$54,000

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
543.14%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 7, 2012
Sold by
King Warren Jeffrey and Cenlar Fsb
Bought by
Federal National Mortgage Association

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 19, 2007
Sold by
Kwasniak Joseph M
Bought by
King Warren Jeffrey

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$135,000
Interest Rate
6.16%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 11, 2006
Sold by
Leaser James H
Bought by
Kwasniak Joseph M

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$100,000
Interest Rate
6.83%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 9, 2005
Sold by
Leaser James H and Walters Nancy A
Bought by
Leaser James H
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
Babrowski Richard -- Fidelity National Title
Babrowski Richard $277,000 Fidelity National Title
Piotrowski Kamila D -- Multiple
Berrier Bradley M -- None Available
Federal National Mortgage Association $130,000 None Available
King Warren Jeffrey -- Chicago Title Insurance Co
Kwasniak Joseph M -- Chicago Title Insurance Co
Leaser James H -- None Available
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Babrowski Richard $138,500
Closed Babrowski Richard $138,500
Previous Owner Piotrowski Kamila D $94,400
Previous Owner King Warren Jeffrey $135,000
Previous Owner Kwasniak Joseph M $100,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
03/07/2024 03/07/24 Sold $277,000 +0.8% $147 / Sq Ft
02/04/2024 02/04/24 Pending -- -- --
01/31/2024 01/31/24 For Sale $274,900 +133.0% $146 / Sq Ft
01/22/2014 01/22/14 Sold $118,000 0.0% $63 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
01/09/2014 01/09/14 Pending -- -- --
10/04/2013 10/04/13 For Sale $118,000 +118.5% $63 / Sq Ft
08/22/2013 08/22/13 Sold $54,000 0.0% $57 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
08/05/2013 08/05/13 Pending -- -- --
04/02/2013 04/02/13 For Sale $54,000 -- $57 / 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 $3,847 $235,700 $34,500 $201,200
2023 $1,389 $164,200 $33,200 $131,000
2022 $1,295 $143,000 $28,200 $114,800
2021 $1,075 $126,300 $26,600 $99,700
2020 $987 $120,500 $25,300 $95,200
2019 $1,330 $118,900 $24,800 $94,100
2018 $1,555 $119,400 $24,800 $94,600
2017 $1,384 $120,000 $24,800 $95,200
2016 $1,390 $120,400 $23,800 $96,600
2014 $939 $116,800 $23,800 $93,000
2013 $2,592 $117,000 $25,400 $91,600
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Courtney Johnson

    Seller's Agent in 2024

    Courtney Johnson

    Advanced Real Estate, LLC

    (219) 699-1139

    3 in this area

    71 Total Sales

    Courtney Johnson
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    Buyer's Agent in 2024

    Alissa Johns

    @properties/Christie's Intl RE

    (219) 928-3688

    1 in this area

    57 Total Sales

    Alissa Johns
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  • Bart Vickrey

    Seller's Agent in 2014

    Bart Vickrey

    Listing Leaders

    (219) 405-3768

    1 in this area

    237 Total Sales

    Bart Vickrey
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  • M

    Buyer's Agent in 2014

    Mort Debs

    Coldwell Banker Realty

  • Steve Jamrok

    Seller's Agent in 2013

    Steve Jamrok

    Realty Executives

    (219) 306-0333

    28 Total Sales

    Steve Jamrok
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Map

Source: Northwest Indiana Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 544326

Northwest Indiana Association of REALTORS®

APN: 45-12-19-208-021.000-030

Indiana Lake County Merrillville 46410 West Merrillville

3700 W 79th Ave, Merrillville, IN

This home is located at 3700 W 79th Ave, Merrillville, IN 46410 since 31 January 2024 and is currently estimated at $277,911, approximately $147 per square foot. This property was built in 1962. 3700 W 79th 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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