NOT LISTED FOR SALE

3821 W 78th Ave Merrillville, IN 46410

West Merrillville Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $219,000 - $245,000

4 Beds
1 Bath
1,650 Sq Ft
$142/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold November 18, 2021

Last sale price $187,000 $113 Per Sq Ft

Est. 25% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $1,598/month

12 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Deck
  • 2 Car Attached Garage
  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • No HOA
  • Landscaped
  • Fenced

About This Home

As of November 2021

**New Price!!!** Welcome Home to this lovely nearly 2,000 Square Foot, 4 bedroom 1 bath Bi-Level with circular driveway on a beautiful tree lined street in Lincoln Gardens! Nice open concept floorplan that flows nicely throughout kitchen, dining room and living room. Three bedrooms on upper level, and 4th bedroom on lower level. NEW HVAC system in Jan. 2021, Newer vinyl siding and windows in 2016, lower level has been professionally waterproofed in 2008. Large unfinished laundry area, which can easily be finished and used as additional living space, or a 2nd bathroom can be added! 2 car garage with front and rear overhead doors! Huge fenced yard with large deck and shed! Close to restaurants and shopping! Schedule your showing appointment today! Seller to provide Home Warranty! **All Appliances Included!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Jonni Newkirk

Century 21 Circle License #RB14041747 Listed on: 09/25/2021

Century 21 Circle

Last Buyer's Agent

Katherine Stirling

Listing Leaders License #RB19001959

Listing Leaders

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $794

Year Built

  • Built in 1962

Lot Details

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

Parking

  • 2 Car Attached Garage

Home Design

  • Bi-Level Home

Kitchen

  • Electric Range
  • Range Hood

Flooring

  • Carpet
  • Linoleum

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 1 Full Bathroom

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Outdoor Features

  • Deck

Utilities

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

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 451219207004000030

Community Details

Overview

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Lincoln Gardens Subdivision

Amenities

  • Community Storage Space

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$794

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
  • Co List Office Mls Id: NRA1016
  • Subdivision Name: Lincoln Gardens
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 925
  • Garage Yn: Yes
  • Unit Levels: Split Entry (Bi-Level)
  • Reso Other Structures: Shed(s), Storage
  • Property Attached Yn: No
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Dryer, Electric Range, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Interior Amenities: None
  • Basement: Sump Pump
  • Flooring: Carpet, Linoleum
  • Basement YN: No
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Below Grade Sq Ft: 725
  • ResoLivingAreaSource: Assessor

Exterior Features

  • Fencing: Fenced
  • Acres: 0.22
  • Construction Type: Vinyl Siding
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Parking Features: Attached

Utilities

  • Utilities: Cable Available, 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: 80x120
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 9583
  • Parcel #: 451219207004000030

Tax Info

  • Year: 2020
  • Tax Annual Amount: 794

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Sep 25, 2021
Closed on
Nov 18, 2021
Sold by
Rasmussen Robert J and Rasmussen Tiffany
Bought by
Avila Cesar O and Barbosa Erika
Seller's Agent
Jonni Newkirk
Century 21 Circle
Buyer's Agent
Katherine Stirling
Listing Leaders
List Price
$187,000
Sold Price
$187,000
Current Estimated Value
$233,621

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$46,621
Avg. Annual Appreciation
5.90%
Original Mortgage
$11,220
Outstanding Balance
$6,111
Interest Rate
2.39%
Estimated Equity
$227,510

Purchase Details

Listed on
Sep 25, 2021
Closed on
Sep 24, 2021
Sold by
Rasmussen Robert J and Rasmussen Jennifer M
Bought by
Rasmussen Robert J and Rasmussen Tiffany
Seller's Agent
Jonni Newkirk
Century 21 Circle
Buyer's Agent
Katherine Stirling
Listing Leaders
List Price
$187,000
Sold Price
$187,000

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$11,220
Outstanding Balance
$6,111
Interest Rate
2.39%
Estimated Equity
$227,510

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 30, 2007
Sold by
Crider Dennis L
Bought by
Rasmussen Robert J and Rasmussen Jennifer M

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$115,000
Interest Rate
6.72%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
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
Avila Cesar O $187,000 Chicago Title Insurance Co
Rasmussen Robert J -- Chicago Title Insurance Co
Rasmussen Robert J -- Chicago Title Insurance Co
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Avila Cesar O $11,220
Open Avila Cesar O $18,045
Previous Owner Rasmussen Robert J $91,250
Previous Owner Rasmussen Robert J $115,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
11/18/2021 11/18/21 Sold $187,000 0.0% $113 / Sq Ft
10/07/2021 10/07/21 Pending -- -- --
09/25/2021 09/25/21 For Sale $187,000 -- $113 / 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 $4,253 $184,700 $34,500 $150,200
2023 $1,565 $181,500 $33,200 $148,300
2022 $1,529 $162,200 $28,200 $134,000
2021 $881 $114,100 $26,600 $87,500
2020 $794 $108,400 $25,300 $83,100
2019 $1,110 $106,400 $24,800 $81,600
2018 $1,156 $106,400 $24,800 $81,600
2017 $1,133 $106,700 $24,800 $81,900
2016 $1,131 $106,400 $23,800 $82,600
2014 $788 $106,700 $23,800 $82,900
2013 $823 $106,800 $25,400 $81,400
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Jonni Newkirk

    Seller's Agent in 2021

    Jonni Newkirk

    Century 21 Circle

    (219) 671-9302

    2 in this area

    14 Total Sales

    Jonni Newkirk
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  • Katherine Stirling

    Buyer's Agent in 2021

    Katherine Stirling

    Listing Leaders

    (219) 232-9787

    1 in this area

    81 Total Sales

    Katherine Stirling
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Map

Source: Northwest Indiana Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 501510

Northwest Indiana Association of REALTORS®

APN: 45-12-19-207-004.000-030

Indiana Lake County Merrillville 46410 West Merrillville

3821 W 78th Ave, Merrillville, IN

This home is located at 3821 W 78th Ave, Merrillville, IN 46410 since 25 September 2021 and is currently estimated at $233,621, approximately $141 per square foot. This property was built in 1962. 3821 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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