NOT LISTED FOR SALE

4344 E 97th Ave Crown Point, IN 46307

East Merrillville Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $361,000 - $445,000

3 Beds
2 Baths
1,974 Sq Ft
$207/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold October 23, 2012

Last sale price $188,000 $95 Per Sq Ft

Est. 117% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $2,387/month

220 Days on Market

Highlights

  • 5 Acre Lot
  • Wooded Lot
  • Country Kitchen
  • Deck
  • Whirlpool Bathtub
  • 2.5 Car Attached Garage

About This Home

As of October 2012

Your own ranch! Large five acre partially wooded lot is the setting for this well maintained all brick sprawling ranch. Cathedral soaring ceilings, 6 panel doors, bay and palladian windows, and multiple roof lines adorn this architecturally beautiful home. Out in the country yet close to retail and entertainment districts. 4 ft. poured concrete crawl. New roof July 2010.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Daniel Bublitz

McColly Real Estate License #RB14044983 Listed on: 11/12/2010

Last Buyer's Agent

Michelle Schara

Coldwell Banker Realty License #RB14046662

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $3,094

Year Built

  • Built in 1994

Lot Details

  • 5 Acre Lot
  • Landscaped
  • Wooded Lot

Parking

  • 2.5 Car Attached Garage
  • Garage Door Opener

Home Design

  • Brick Foundation

Interior Spaces

  • 1,974 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property

Kitchen

  • Country Kitchen
  • Gas Range
  • Range Hood
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • Whirlpool Bathtub

Laundry

  • Laundry on main level
  • Dryer

Accessible Home Design

  • Enhanced Accessible Features
  • Accessibility Features

Outdoor Features

  • Deck

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Heating System Uses Propane
  • Well
  • Water Softener is Owned

Community Details

  • Alex Acres Subdivision
  • Community Storage Space

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 451236251005000030

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$3,094

Year Built

Built in 1994

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Year Built: 1994
  • Reso Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • ResoLaundryFeatures: Main Level
  • ResoLotFeatures: Landscaped, Level, Open Lot, Paved, Wooded
  • Road Surface Type: Paved
  • Co List Office Mls Id: NRA266
  • Subdivision Name: ALEX ACRES
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 1974
  • Reso Accessibility Features: Enhanced Accessible
  • Architectural Style: Bungalow
  • Garage Yn: Yes
  • Unit Levels: One
  • Reso Other Structures: Shed(s), Storage
  • Property Attached Yn: No
  • AccessibilityFeaturesYN: Yes
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Gas Range, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Water Softener Owned
  • Interior Amenities: Cathedral Ceiling(s), Country Kitchen, Primary Downstairs, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Whirlpool Tub
  • Basement: Crawl Space, Sump Pump
  • Basement YN: No
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Three Quarter Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • ResoLivingAreaSource: Assessor

Exterior Features

  • Acres: 5
  • Construction Type: Brick
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck

Garage/Parking

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

Utilities

  • Sewer: Septic Tank
  • Utilities: Cable Available
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Heating: Forced Air, Propane
  • Water Source: Well

Schools

  • Junior High Dist: Merrillville

Lot Info

  • Lot Dimensions: 5 ACRES
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 217800
  • Parcel #: 451236251005000030

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 3094

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Nov 12, 2010
Closed on
Oct 20, 2012
Sold by
Lazaroski Kostadin and Lazaroski Cire
Bought by
Kirby Matt
Seller's Agent
Daniel Bublitz
McColly Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
Michelle Schara
Coldwell Banker Realty
List Price
$188,000
Sold Price
$188,000
Current Estimated Value
$407,738

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$219,738
Avg. Annual Appreciation
6.07%
Original Mortgage
$184,594
Outstanding Balance
$128,358
Interest Rate
3.75%
Mortgage Type
FHA
Estimated Equity
$279,380

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 25, 2007
Sold by
Lazaroski Kostadin and Lazaroski Makedonka
Bought by
Lazaroski Kostadin and Lazaroski Cire

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$150,000
Interest Rate
6.42%
Mortgage Type
Credit Line Revolving
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 Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Kirby Matt -- Community Title Co
Lazaroski Kostadin -- Meridian Title Corp
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Kirby Matt $184,594
Previous Owner Lazaroski Kostadin $150,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
10/23/2012 10/23/12 Sold $188,000 0.0% $95 / Sq Ft
06/20/2011 06/20/11 Pending -- -- --
11/12/2010 11/12/10 For Sale $188,000 -- $95 / 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 $2,978 $275,300 $67,000 $208,300
2023 $2,825 $272,800 $65,100 $207,700
2022 $2,692 $247,300 $57,100 $190,200
2021 $2,549 $232,300 $57,100 $175,200
2020 $2,439 $222,300 $54,400 $167,900
2019 $2,629 $227,000 $53,800 $173,200
2018 $2,782 $223,300 $53,800 $169,500
2017 $2,853 $224,500 $53,800 $170,700
2016 $2,715 $223,500 $51,800 $171,700
2014 $2,404 $212,200 $54,500 $157,700
2013 $2,506 $212,200 $54,500 $157,700
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • D

    Seller's Agent in 2012

    Daniel Bublitz

    McColly Real Estate

  • M

    Buyer's Agent in 2012

    Michelle Schara

    Coldwell Banker Realty

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Map

Source: Northwest Indiana Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 276156

Northwest Indiana Association of REALTORS®

APN: 45-12-36-251-005.000-030

Indiana Lake County Crown Point 46307 East Merrillville

4344 E 97th Ave, Crown Point, IN

Not Listed for Sale

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