NOT LISTED FOR SALE

443 Tortoise Dr Valparaiso, IN 46383

Porter County Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $643,000 - $700,000

4 Beds
2.5 Baths
4,061 Sq Ft
$165/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold April 07, 2021

Last sale price $550,000 $135 Per Sq Ft

Est. 22% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $4,111/month

Highlights

  • 0.81 Acre Lot
  • Recreation Room with Fireplace
  • Whirlpool Bathtub
  • Washington Township Middle/High School Rated 9+
  • Cathedral Ceiling
  • Den

About This Home

As of April 2021

Sold before print.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Jason Utesch

Realty Executives Premier License #RB14039867 Listed on: 04/07/2021

Realty Executives Premier

Last Buyer's Agent

Jason Utesch

Realty Executives Premier License #RB14039867 Listed on: 04/07/2021

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Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $4,214

Year Built

  • Built in 2011

Lot Details

  • 0.81 Acre Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 160 x 220
  • Level Lot

HOA Fees

  • $25 Monthly HOA Fees

Parking

  • 3 Car Attached Garage
  • Garage Door Opener

Home Design

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

Interior Spaces

  • 4,061 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Cathedral Ceiling
  • Living Room
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Den
  • Recreation Room with Fireplace
  • Basement
  • Sump Pump

Kitchen

  • Portable Gas Range
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

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

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Laundry on main level
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Outdoor Features

  • Covered patio or porch

Utilities

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

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 641010127005000020

Community Details

Overview

  • Turtle Run Sub Subdivision

Building Details

  • Net Lease

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$4,214

Year Built

Built in 2011

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$25 per month

Parking

3

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Year Built: 2011
  • Reso Property Sub Type: Single Family Detach
  • ResoLotFeatures: Nearly Level
  • ResoOtherEquipment: Cable TV Hookup, Sump Pump
  • Co List Office Mls Id: GNR1103
  • Subdivision Name: Turtle Run Sub
  • Architectural Style: Two Story
  • GNR_Exterior: Brick,Cement Plank,Stone
  • GNR_UnfinishedSquareFootage: 0
  • GNR_HeatSystem: Forced Air
  • GNR_HOAPOAAnnualAmount: 300
  • GNR_Septic: Yes
  • GNR_TotalLessBasement: 0
  • GNR_MunicipalWater: No
  • GNR_Well: Yes
  • GNR_TotalBathrooms: 2.5
  • GNR_FullBathrooms: 0
  • GNR_HalfBathrooms: 0
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Portable Gas Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Water Softener Rented
  • Interior Amenities: Cathedral/Vaulted Ceiling, Den/Office, Finished Laundry Rm, Formal Dining, FP Rec Room, Main Bedroom Bath, Main Floor Bathroom, Main Floor Laundry, Whirlpool Tub
  • Basement: Enclosed
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Fireplaces: 1

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: Porch-Covered, Patio
  • Acres: 0.81

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 3
  • Parking Features: Attached, Garage Door Opener

Utilities

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

Schools

  • Junior High Dist: Washington Township

Lot Info

  • Lot Dimensions: 160 X 220
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 35284
  • ResoLotSizeUnits: Acres
  • Parcel #: 641010127005000020
  • ResoLotSizeUnits: Acres

Tax Info

  • Year: 2019
  • Tax Annual Amount: 4214

Multi Family

  • Existing Lease Type: Net

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Apr 7, 2021
Closed on
Apr 6, 2021
Sold by
Garzella Mark A and Garzella Catherine J
Bought by
Biggs Marcus A and Biggs Jaclyn Caroline
Seller's Agent
Jason Utesch
Realty Executives Premier
Buyer's Agent
Jason Utesch
Realty Executives Premier
List Price
$550,000
Sold Price
$550,000
Current Estimated Value
$669,891

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$119,891
Avg. Annual Appreciation
4.27%
Original Mortgage
$467,500
Outstanding Balance
$426,019
Interest Rate
2.9%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$233,797

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 23, 2011
Sold by
Stone William L
Bought by
Garzella Mark A and Garzella Catherine J

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$300,000
Interest Rate
4.14%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 1, 2010
Sold by
Centre Point 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
Biggs Marcus A $550,000 Liberty Title & Escrow
Garzella Mark A -- Chicago Title Insurance Co
Stone William L -- Fidelity Natl Title Ins Co
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Biggs Marcus A $467,500
Previous Owner Garzella Mark $388,000
Previous Owner Garzella Mark A $65,000
Previous Owner Garzella Mark A $300,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
04/07/2021 04/07/21 Sold $550,000 0.0% $135 / Sq Ft
04/07/2021 04/07/21 Pending -- -- --
04/07/2021 04/07/21 For Sale $550,000 -- $135 / 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 $5,027 $651,000 $63,900 $587,100
2023 $5,171 $649,000 $61,400 $587,600
2022 $5,171 $616,400 $61,400 $555,000
2021 $4,722 $533,400 $61,400 $472,000
2020 $4,422 $507,200 $53,400 $453,800
2019 $4,214 $469,000 $53,400 $415,600
2018 $3,989 $454,000 $53,400 $400,600
2017 $3,888 $447,000 $53,400 $393,600
2016 $2,741 $317,000 $57,400 $259,600
2014 $2,757 $302,400 $53,200 $249,200
2013 -- $245,600 $56,000 $189,600
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Jason Utesch

    Seller's Agent in 2021

    Jason Utesch

    Realty Executives

    (219) 395-0496

    76 in this area

    371 Total Sales

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Map

Source: Northwest Indiana Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: GNR490743

Northwest Indiana Association of REALTORS®

APN: 64-10-10-127-005.000-020

Indiana Porter County Valparaiso 46383 Porter County

443 Tortoise Dr, Valparaiso, IN

This home is located at 443 Tortoise Dr, Valparaiso, IN 46383 since 07 April 2021 and is currently estimated at $669,891, approximately $164 per square foot. This property was built in 2011. 443 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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