$975,000
SOLD DEC 13, 2024

393 Wilshire Ct Valparaiso, IN 46385

Porter County Neighborhood
6 Beds
8 Baths
7,638 Sq Ft
0.5 Acres

Recently Sold

$128 Per Sq Ft

25% Below List Price

106 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Lake Front
  • Fishing
  • Panoramic View
  • Union Township Middle School Rated A-
  • Solar Power System
  • Lake Privileges

About This Home

As of December 2024

Welcome to your dream 6bdrm 8 bathroom lakefront home in prestigious Shorewood Forest, where picturesque views & unparalleled amenities await! This stunning home offers idyllic lifestyle options of water skiing, fishing, & swimming right from your backyard w/ your private boat dock & access to Lake Louise.Enter home thru custom front double doors into a spacious foyer & be immediately captivated by breathtaking views of Lake Louise, framed by a wall of custom 20-foot windows and vaulted ceilings. Beautiful traditional dining room, just off the foyer transitions into an open-concept kitchen w/ large island, custom refrigerator, & double ovens, all overlooking a sunken family room w/ a cozy dbl fireplaces & more lake views seen thru custom windows & sliding double glass doors leading to massive unique deck designed w/ center screened in but surrounded by an open deck, giving you the perfect blend of sun & shade w/ magnificent views.The main floor boasts a spacious office w/built-in shelves & dual entries, ideal for working from home. The luxurious primary suite features floor-to-ceiling glass panel doors opening to a private deck facing the lake. Primary spa bath offers a jacuzzi tub, shower, & double sinks. Main level has another large bdrm w/ private access to the main deck. Convenience meets luxury w/ a laundry room located on the main level and in finished basement. Upper level has 3 large bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms bridge that overlooks & great room. Zoned heating/cooling. Walk down to an enormous, finished basement that is perfect for related living or entertaining w/ add'l full kitchen, bedroom, rec room w/ double wood-burning fireplaces w/ walkout to gorgeously landscaped backyard & lake access. Also, 2 full bathrooms, massive extra room & glass enclosed exercise room w/ jacuzzi. Oversized 3-car garage w/ circular drive. A perfect home for casual living and lavish entertainment. Property is sold As-Is.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Jana Bonds

Coldwell Banker Realty License #RB14050693 Listed on: 07/26/2024

Coldwell Banker Realty

Last Buyer's Agent

Aaron Collins

@properties/Christie's Intl RE License #RB14039952

@properties/Christie's Intl RE

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $9,708

Year Built

  • Built in 1988

Lot Details

  • 0.5 Acre Lot
  • Lake Front
  • Landscaped

HOA Fees

  • $137 Monthly HOA Fees

Parking

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

Property Views

  • Lake
  • Panoramic
  • City
  • Neighborhood

Home Design

  • Brick Foundation
  • Block Foundation
  • Concrete Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 2-Story Property
  • Skylights
  • Fireplace Features Masonry
  • Double Pane Windows
  • Blinds
  • Drapes & Rods
  • Window Screens
  • Family Room with Fireplace
  • 3 Fireplaces
  • Dining Room
  • Bonus Room
  • Home Gym

Kitchen

  • Gas Range
  • Microwave

Flooring

  • Carpet
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 6 Bedrooms
  • Whirlpool Bathtub

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Laundry on main level
  • Dryer
  • Sink Near Laundry

Basement

  • Fireplace in Basement
  • Natural lighting in basement

Eco-Friendly Details

  • Solar Power System

Outdoor Features

  • Lake Privileges
  • Balcony
  • Deck
  • Wrap Around Porch
  • Screened Patio
  • Terrace

Utilities

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

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 64-09-30-280-009.000-019

Community Details

Overview

  • Association fees include ground maintenance, trash
  • Shorewood Forest Poa, Phone Number (219) 465-0883
  • Shorewood Forest Subdivision
  • Community Lake

Recreation

  • Tennis Courts
  • Fishing

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$9,708

Year Built

Built in 1988

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$137 per month

Parking

4

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Year Built: 1988
  • Reso Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Road Frontage Type: Lakefront, Waterfront
  • ResoLaundryFeatures: Gas Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup, Sink, Main Level, Laundry Room
  • ResoLotFeatures: Back Yard, Waterfront, Views, Sprinklers In Front, Sprinklers In Rear, Landscaped, Paved, Front Yard, Gentle Sloping
  • Road Frontage Type: City Street
  • Road Surface Type: Asphalt, Paved
  • Reso View: City Lights, Water, Panoramic, Neighborhood, Lake
  • Water Body Name: Lake Louise
  • Reso Association Amenities: Barbecue, Water, Trash, Sport Court, Recreation Facilities, Powered Boats Allowed, Playground, Picnic Area, Parking, Park, Exercise Course, Electricity, Dry Dock, Dog Park, Clubhouse, Boating, Boat Slip, Boat Dock, Basketball Court
  • Reso Association Fee Includes: Maintenance Grounds, Trash, Other
  • Co List Office Mls Id: NRA166
  • Subdivision Name: Shorewood Forest
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 4643
  • Architectural Style: Other
  • Garage Yn: Yes
  • Unit Levels: Two
  • New Construction: No
  • Reso Other Structures: Garage(s)
  • Green Power: Solar
  • Property Attached Yn: No
  • ResoWindowFeatures: Blinds, Window Treatments, Skylight(s), Screens, Double Pane Windows, Drapes
  • AuctionYN: No
  • AccessibilityFeaturesYN: No
  • AboveGradeUnfinishedArea: 0.00
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Built-In Refrigerator, Refrigerator, Microwave, Gas Range, Gas Water Heater, Dryer
  • Interior Amenities: Bidet, Whirlpool Tub, Walk-In Closet(s), Storage, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Primary Downstairs, Sauna, Recessed Lighting, High Ceilings, Kitchen Island, His and Hers Closets, Entrance Foyer, Eat-in Kitchen, Double Vanity, Crown Molding, Coffered Ceiling(s), Chandelier, Ceiling Fan(s), Cedar Closet(s), Cathedral Ceiling(s), Built-in Features, Bookcases
  • Basement: Daylight, Storage Space, Walk-Out Access, Interior Entry, Full, Finished, Exterior Entry
  • Flooring: Carpet, Tile, Ceramic Tile
  • Basement YN: Yes
  • Full Bathrooms: 6
  • Half Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 6
  • Below Grade Sq Ft: 2995
  • Fireplace Features: Basement, Family Room, Masonry
  • Fireplaces: 3
  • ResoLivingAreaSource: Assessor

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: Balcony, Lighting, Dock
  • Acres: 0.5
  • Waterfront Features: Lake, Waterfront, Lake Privileges, Lake Front
  • Waterfront: Yes
  • Construction Type: Asphalt, Vinyl Siding, Concrete, Brick
  • Foundation Details: Block, Combination, Brick/Mortar
  • Patio And Porch Features: Covered, Wrap Around, Terrace, See Remarks, Screened, Patio, Enclosed, Deck
  • Reso Roof: Asphalt, Shingle

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 4
  • Parking Features: Additional Parking, Off Street, See Remarks, Paved, On Site, Garage Door Opener, Garage Faces Side, Circular Driveway, Driveway, Direct Access, Deck, Boat, Basement, Attached, Asphalt

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: Cable Connected, Water Connected, Sewer Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Natural Gas Available, Electricity Connected
  • Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s), Zoned, Multi Units, Dual, Central Air
  • Heating: Fireplace(s), Zoned, Natural Gas, Forced Air, Floor Furnace
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Community Features: Curbs, Sidewalks, Tennis Court(s), Lake, Fishing
  • Senior Community: No
  • Association Fee: 1638
  • Association Fee Frequency: Annually
  • Association Name: Shorewood Forest POA
  • Phone: 219-465-0883
  • Association: Yes

Schools

  • Junior High Dist: Union Township

Lot Info

  • Lot Dimensions: .5000
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 21780
  • Parcel #: 64-09-30-280-009.000-019
  • Zoning Description: Residential

Tax Info

  • Year: 2023
  • Tax Annual Amount: 9708

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jul 26, 2024
Closed on
Dec 13, 2024
Sold by
Vilma T Longley Family Trust and Sworden Adam M
Bought by
Dres Pete
Seller's Agent
Jana Bonds
Coldwell Banker Realty
Buyer's Agent
Aaron Collins
@properties/Christie's Intl RE
List Price
$1,300,000
Sold Price
$975,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$325,000
-25%
Views
90
Current Estimated Value
$1,063,066

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$88,066
Avg. Annual Appreciation
11.10%
Original Mortgage
$675,000
Outstanding Balance
$670,894
Interest Rate
6.79%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$379,735

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 18, 2021
Sold by
Longley Richard S and Vilma T Longley Living Trust
Bought by
Longley Vilma T and Vilam T Longley Family Trust

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 21, 1998
Sold by
Longley Vilma T and Longley Richard S
Bought by
Longley Richard S and Longley Vilma T
Source: Public Records

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Deed $487,500 Chicago Title
Deed $487,500 Chicago Title
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- None Available
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- None Available
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $675,000 New Conventional
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
12/13/2024 12/13/24 Sold $975,000 -15.2% $128 / Sq Ft
09/14/2024 09/14/24 Price Changed $1,150,000 -4.2% $151 / Sq Ft
08/25/2024 08/25/24 Price Changed $1,200,000 -7.7% $157 / Sq Ft
07/27/2024 07/27/24 For Sale $1,300,000 -- $170 / 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 $9,848 $1,199,200 $131,800 $1,067,400
2023 $9,708 $1,116,500 $125,600 $990,900
2022 $9,143 $1,014,500 $125,600 $888,900
2021 $8,751 $946,200 $125,600 $820,600
2020 $7,751 $828,200 $114,100 $714,100
2019 $7,336 $780,600 $114,100 $666,500
2018 $8,209 $798,000 $114,100 $683,900
2017 $7,453 $805,800 $114,100 $691,700
2016 $6,322 $701,900 $142,400 $559,500
2014 $6,011 $636,700 $137,400 $499,300
2013 -- $583,100 $130,400 $452,700
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

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    Seller's Agent in 2024

    Jana Bonds

    Coldwell Banker Realty

    (219) 865-9911

    2 in this area

    18 Total Sales

    Jana Bonds
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    Buyer's Agent in 2024

    Aaron Collins

    @properties/Christie's Intl RE

    (219) 230-6145

    17 in this area

    72 Total Sales

    Aaron Collins
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  • Dawn Collins

    Buyer Co-Listing Agent in 2024

    Dawn Collins

    @properties/Christie's Intl RE

    (219) 921-3731

    32 in this area

    105 Total Sales

    Dawn Collins
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Map

Source: Northwest Indiana Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 807585

Northwest Indiana Association of REALTORS®

APN: 64-09-30-280-009.000-019

Indiana Porter County Valparaiso 46385 Porter County

393 Wilshire Ct, Valparaiso, IN

This home is located at 393 Wilshire Ct, Valparaiso, IN 46385 and is currently priced at $975,000, approximately $127 per square foot. This property was built in 1988. 393 Wilshire Ct is a home located in Porter County with nearby schools including Union Township Middle School and Wheeler High School.

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