NOT LISTED FOR SALE

439 Tortoise Dr Valparaiso, IN 46383

Porter County Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $616,000 - $705,000

4 Beds
2.5 Baths
3,021 Sq Ft
$222/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold August 24, 2018

Last sale price $455,000 $151 Per Sq Ft

Est. 47% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $3,998/month

133 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Fireplace in Primary Bedroom
  • Deck
  • Cathedral Ceiling
  • Washington Township Middle/High School Rated 9+
  • Recreation Room
  • Main Floor Bedroom

About This Home

As of August 2018

Welcome to Turtle Run Subdivision!This custom built home is absolutely stunning and like brand new.Walk in this beautiful home through the front wood door to a gorgeous foyer with a tray ceiling and beautiful tile flooring.There is a large room(den/bedroom/office )to the right of the foyer and a nice open concept formal dining room with wall panels, columns and a tray ceiling for that final touch.This home offers a main level master suite with walk in closet with custom tile, tiled shower and whirlpool tub.The large kitchen features granite countertops with a tile backsplash, breakfast bar, breakfast nook, maple cabinets and nice size desk area.The kitchen is open to the living room with an impressive fireplace surrounded by stylish stone and brick.To complete the upper level which features 3 bedrooms and a 4th that is used as a TV room today that could be used as a bedroom.There is carpet, wood flooring, zoned heating, water softener and much more to mention.This home won't last long!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Roxanne Chayhitz

Century 21 Alliance Group License #RB14045115 Listed on: 03/22/2018

Last Buyer's Agent

Matt Evans

RE/MAX Lifestyles License #RB14034485

RE/MAX Lifestyles

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $3,753

Year Built

  • Built in 2011

Lot Details

  • 0.8 Acre Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 160x220
  • Landscaped
  • Paved or Partially Paved Lot
  • Level Lot

HOA Fees

  • $35 Monthly HOA Fees

Parking

  • 3 Car Attached Garage
  • Side Driveway

Home Design

  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Stone Exterior Construction
  • Cement Board or Planked

Interior Spaces

  • 3,021 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Cathedral Ceiling
  • Living Room
  • Dining Room
  • Den
  • Recreation Room
  • Basement
  • Sump Pump
  • Laundry on main level

Kitchen

  • Gas Range
  • Range Hood
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms
  • Main Floor Bedroom
  • Fireplace in Primary Bedroom
  • En-Suite Primary Bedroom
  • Bathroom on Main Level
  • Whirlpool Bathtub

Eco-Friendly Details

  • Air Cleaner

Outdoor Features

  • Deck
  • Covered Patio or Porch
  • Exterior Lighting

Utilities

  • Cooling Available
  • Forced Air Heating System
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas
  • Well
  • Water Softener is Owned
  • Septic System
  • Cable TV Available

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 641010127004000020

Community Details

Overview

  • Turtle Run Subdivision

Building Details

  • Net Lease

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$3,753

Year Built

Built in 2011

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$35 per month

Parking

3

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Year Built: 2011
  • Reso Property Sub Type: Single Family Detach
  • ResoLotFeatures: Landscaped, Nearly Level, Paved Road
  • ResoOtherEquipment: Cable TV Hookup, Passive Air Cleaner, Sump Pump
  • Co List Office Mls Id: GNR693
  • Subdivision Name: Turtle Run
  • Architectural Style: Two Story
  • GNR_Exterior: Brick,Cement Plank,Stone
  • GNR_UnfinishedSquareFootage: 2000
  • GNR_HeatSystem: Forced Air
  • GNR_HOAPOAAnnualAmount: 420
  • GNR_Septic: Yes
  • GNR_TotalLessBasement: 0
  • GNR_MunicipalWater: No
  • GNR_Well: Yes
  • GNR_TotalBathrooms: 3
  • GNR_FullBathrooms: 0
  • GNR_HalfBathrooms: 0
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Exhaust Hood, Gas Range, Microwave, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Water Softener Owned
  • Interior Amenities: Cathedral/Vaulted Ceiling, Den/Office, FP Main Bedroom, Main Bedroom Bath, Main Floor Bathroom, Main Floor Bedroom, Main Floor Laundry, Whirlpool Tub
  • Basement: Enclosed
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Fireplaces: 1

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: Porch-Covered, Deck, Landscape Lighting, Patio
  • Acres: 0.8

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 3
  • Parking Features: Attached, Side Drive

Utilities

  • Utilities: On
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • Heating: Natural Gas

Lot Info

  • Lot Dimensions: 160x220
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 34848
  • ResoLotSizeUnits: Acres
  • Parcel #: 641010127004000020
  • Zoning Description: Residential
  • ResoLotSizeUnits: Acres

Tax Info

  • Year: 2017
  • Tax Annual Amount: 3753

Multi Family

  • Existing Lease Type: Net

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Mar 22, 2018
Closed on
Aug 24, 2018
Sold by
Fritz Leah R
Bought by
Wilks Seth J and Wilks Lisa A
Seller's Agent
Roxanne Chayhitz
Century 21 Alliance Group
Buyer's Agent
Matt Evans
RE/MAX Lifestyles
List Price
$455,000
Sold Price
$455,000
Current Estimated Value
$670,935

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$215,935
Avg. Annual Appreciation
5.58%
Original Mortgage
$341,250
Outstanding Balance
$297,009
Interest Rate
4.6%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$373,926

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 14, 2014
Sold by
Fritz Eric J
Bought by
Fritz Leah R

Purchase Details

Listed on
Feb 17, 2012
Closed on
Jul 3, 2012
Sold by
Stone Homes Llc
Bought by
Fritz Eric J and Fritz Leah R
Seller's Agent
Jeanne Sommer
Century 21 Alliance Group
Buyer's Agent
Lynda Anderson
Boulder Bay Realty Group
List Price
$410,000
Sold Price
$410,000

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
3.78%

Purchase Details

Listed on
Feb 17, 2012
Closed on
Jun 28, 2012
Sold by
Stone William L
Bought by
Stone Homes Llc
Seller's Agent
Jeanne Sommer
Century 21 Alliance Group
Buyer's Agent
Lynda Anderson
Boulder Bay Realty Group
List Price
$410,000
Sold Price
$410,000

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 14, 2011
Sold by
Centre Pointe Properties Llc
Bought by
Stone William L
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
Wilks Seth J -- Fidelity National Title Co
Fritz Leah R -- None Available
Fritz Eric J -- Chicago Title Insurance Co
Stone Homes Llc -- Chicago Title Insurance Co
Stone William L -- Fidelity Natl Title Ins Co
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Wilks Seth J $341,250
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
08/24/2018 08/24/18 Sold $455,000 0.0% $151 / Sq Ft
08/02/2018 08/02/18 Pending -- -- --
03/22/2018 03/22/18 For Sale $455,000 +11.0% $151 / Sq Ft
07/03/2012 07/03/12 Sold $410,000 0.0% $136 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
06/29/2012 06/29/12 Pending -- -- --
02/17/2012 02/17/12 For Sale $410,000 -- $136 / 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 $4,866 $664,800 $63,900 $600,900
2023 $4,944 $658,800 $61,400 $597,400
2022 $4,804 $618,300 $61,400 $556,900
2021 $4,152 $509,300 $61,400 $447,900
2020 $3,931 $487,300 $53,400 $433,900
2019 $3,718 $448,500 $53,400 $395,100
2018 $3,525 $434,600 $53,400 $381,200
2017 $3,461 $428,800 $53,400 $375,400
2016 $3,753 $466,600 $57,400 $409,200
2014 $3,758 $435,400 $53,200 $382,200
2013 -- $426,100 $56,000 $370,100
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Roxanne Chayhitz

    Seller's Agent in 2018

    Roxanne Chayhitz

    Century 21 Alliance Group

    (219) 531-7532

    5 in this area

    16 Total Sales

    Roxanne Chayhitz
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  • Matt Evans

    Buyer's Agent in 2018

    Matt Evans

    RE/MAX

    (219) 241-8401

    55 in this area

    269 Total Sales

    Matt Evans
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  • Jeanne Sommer

    Seller's Agent in 2012

    Jeanne Sommer

    Century 21 Alliance Group

    (219) 405-5051

    65 in this area

    251 Total Sales

    Jeanne Sommer
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  • Lynda Anderson

    Buyer's Agent in 2012

    Lynda Anderson

    Boulder Bay Realty Group

    (219) 405-5294

    42 in this area

    267 Total Sales

    Lynda Anderson
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Map

Source: Northwest Indiana Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: GNR431153

Northwest Indiana Association of REALTORS®

APN: 64-10-10-127-004.000-020

Indiana Porter County Valparaiso 46383 Porter County

439 Tortoise Dr, Valparaiso, IN

This home is located at 439 Tortoise Dr, Valparaiso, IN 46383 since 22 March 2018 and is currently estimated at $670,935, approximately $222 per square foot. This property was built in 2011. 439 Tortoise Dr is a home located in Porter County with nearby schools including Washington Township Elementary School, Washington Township Middle/High School, and Victory Christian Academy.

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