NOT LISTED FOR SALE

444 W 53rd Ave Merrillville, IN 46410

Glen Park Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $69,000 - $156,000

2 Beds
1 Bath
950 Sq Ft
$112/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold December 29, 2023

Last sale price $65,000 $68 Per Sq Ft

Est. 64% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $685/month

28 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Ranch Style House
  • Covered Patio or Porch
  • Forced Air Heating System
  • No HOA
  • 1 Car Attached Garage

About This Home

As of December 2023

Located in a quiet neighborhood and on a beautiful treelined street this ranch style home offers all your living on one floor. With some work this little cutie could be a great starter home or an investment property to add to your portfolio! The roof and gutters were replaced this year and it has hardwood floors throughout the home. It also has a large backyard that could be great for relaxing or entertaining. Home is being sold AS-IS!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Chanel Harris

Harris Realty & Investments Brokerage Phone: 219-472-4424 License #RB14034162 Listed on: 11/13/2023

Last Buyer's Agent

Chanel Harris

Harris Realty & Investments Brokerage Phone: 219-472-4424 License #RB14034162 Listed on: 11/13/2023

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $783

Year Built

  • Built in 1961

Lot Details

  • 8,059 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 70x115

Parking

  • 1 Car Attached Garage

Home Design

  • 950 Sq Ft Home
  • Ranch Style House
  • Fixer Upper
  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Vinyl Siding

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 1 Bathroom

Outdoor Features

  • Covered Patio or Porch

Utilities

  • Cooling System Mounted To A Wall/Window
  • Forced Air Heating System
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 450833454023000004

Community Details

Overview

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Meadowdale 02 Subdivision

Building Details

  • Net Lease

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$783

Year Built

Built in 1961

Lot Details

0

Parking

1

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Year Built: 1961
  • Reso Property Sub Type: Single Family Detach
  • ResoLotFeatures: None
  • ResoOtherEquipment: None
  • Co List Office Mls Id: GNR1137
  • Subdivision Name: Meadowdale 02
  • Architectural Style: Ranch/1 Sty/Bungalow
  • GNR_Exterior: Brick,Vinyl
  • GNR_UnfinishedSquareFootage: 0
  • GNR_HeatSystem: Forced Air
  • GNR_HOAPOAAnnualAmount: 0
  • GNR_Septic: No
  • GNR_TotalLessBasement: 0
  • GNR_MunicipalWater: Yes
  • GNR_Well: No
  • GNR_TotalBathrooms: 1
  • GNR_FullBathrooms: 0
  • GNR_HalfBathrooms: 0
  • GNR_RealEstateOwnedYN: false
  • GNR_SewerYN: true
  • GNR_ShortSaleYN: false
  • GNR_MiscFeatures: Fixer Upper
  • Attribution Contact: 219-472-4424
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Refrigerator, Window/Wall Air Cond
  • Interior Amenities: None
  • Basement YN: No
  • Total Bedrooms: 2

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: Porch-Covered
  • Acres: 0.185

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 1
  • Parking Features: Attached

Utilities

  • Utilities: On
  • Cooling Y N: No
  • Heating: Natural Gas

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association: No

Lot Info

  • Lot Dimensions: 70x115
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 8059
  • Parcel #: 450833454023000004
  • Zoning Description: Residential

Tax Info

  • Year: 2022
  • Tax Annual Amount: 783

Multi Family

  • Existing Lease Type: Net

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Nov 13, 2023
Closed on
Dec 27, 2023
Sold by
Cook Lillie
Bought by
Pickett Warrants Keith D
Seller's Agent
Chanel Harris
Harris Realty & Investments
Buyer's Agent
Chanel Harris
Harris Realty & Investments
List Price
$89,900
Sold Price
$65,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$24,900
-27.7%
Views
157
Current Estimated Value
$106,364

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$41,364
Avg. Annual Appreciation
29.85%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 24, 2005
Sold by
Taylor Robert
Bought by
Cook Lillie

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$79,000
Interest Rate
9%
Mortgage Type
Fannie Mae Freddie Mac

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 4, 2004
Sold by
Ameriquest Mortgage Co
Bought by
Taylor Robert

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$40,050
Interest Rate
8.8%
Mortgage Type
Fannie Mae Freddie Mac
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
Pickett Warrants Keith D $65,000 Liberty Title
Cook Lillie -- Chicago Title Insurance Comp
Taylor Robert -- Varsity Title Inc
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Previous Owner Cook Lillie $79,000
Previous Owner Taylor Robert $40,050
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
12/29/2023 12/29/23 Sold $65,000 -27.7% $68 / Sq Ft
12/11/2023 12/11/23 Pending -- -- --
11/13/2023 11/13/23 For Sale $89,900 -- $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 $6,119 $81,200 $17,600 $63,600
2023 $678 $69,400 $17,600 $51,800
2022 $678 $61,200 $12,600 $48,600
2021 $652 $59,000 $12,600 $46,400
2020 $652 $59,000 $12,600 $46,400
2019 $683 $59,000 $12,600 $46,400
2018 $735 $59,000 $12,600 $46,400
2017 $749 $59,800 $12,600 $47,200
2016 $933 $77,900 $12,600 $65,300
2014 $948 $84,500 $14,000 $70,500
2013 $884 $80,900 $14,000 $66,900
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Chanel Harris

    Seller's Agent in 2023

    Chanel Harris

    Harris Realty & Investments

    (219) 201-6139

    3 in this area

    26 Total Sales

    Chanel Harris
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Map

Source: Northwest Indiana Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: GNR541629

Northwest Indiana Association of REALTORS®

APN: 45-08-33-454-023.000-004

Indiana Lake County Merrillville 46410 Glen Park

444 W 53rd Ave, Merrillville, IN

This home is located at 444 W 53rd Ave, Merrillville, IN 46410 since 13 November 2023 and is currently estimated at $106,364, approximately $111 per square foot. This property was built in 1961. 444 W 53rd Ave is a home located in Lake County with nearby schools including Glen Park Academy for Excellence in Learning, Bailly Preparatory Academy, and West Side Leadership Academy.

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