$130,000
SOLD AUG 1, 2012

45 Keston Elm Dr La Porte, IN 46350

3 Beds
2 Baths
1,560 Sq Ft
0.27 Acres

Recently Sold

$83 Per Sq Ft

330 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Deck
  • 2 Car Attached Garage
  • 1-Story Property
  • Porch
  • Patio
  • Landscaped

About This Home

As of February 2025

Well maintained 1,560 s.f. brick ranch home in stable upscale neighborhood with lots of mature trees. Very quiet end of cul-de-sac location with low maintenance construction. 2 car attached garage & backyard patio & Jacuzzi complete the relaxed setting. Roof & furnace both within 5 years old. REDUCED - $10,000 BELOW ASSESSED VALUATION.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Brian Waters

Mentor Listing Realty, Inc. License #RB14030191 Listed on: 09/06/2011

Last Buyer's Agent

Amy Blind

Pine Lake Realty License #RB14038724

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $2,120

Year Built

  • Built in 1958

Lot Details

  • 0.27 Acre Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 95x122
  • Landscaped

Parking

  • 2 Car Attached Garage

Home Design

  • Brick Foundation

Interior Spaces

  • 1,560 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Great Room with Fireplace
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Dishwasher
  • Basement

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Full Bathrooms

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Outdoor Features

  • Deck
  • Patio
  • Porch

Utilities

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

Community Details

  • Keston Elm Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 461012127007000061

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$2,120

Year Built

Built in 1958

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Year Built: 1958
  • Reso Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • ResoLotFeatures: Landscaped, Paved
  • Road Surface Type: Paved
  • Co List Office Mls Id: NRA952
  • Subdivision Name: Keston Elm
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 1560
  • Architectural Style: Bungalow
  • Garage Yn: Yes
  • Unit Levels: One
  • Property Attached Yn: No
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Interior Amenities: Primary Downstairs
  • Basement: Interior Entry
  • Basement YN: Yes
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Fireplace Features: Great Room, Living Room
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • ResoLivingAreaSource: Owner

Exterior Features

  • Acres: 0.27
  • Construction Type: Brick
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck, Patio, Porch

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Parking Features: Attached

Utilities

  • Utilities: Cable Available
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
  • Water Source: Public, Well

Schools

  • Junior High Dist: La Porte

Lot Info

  • Lot Dimensions: 95x122
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 11761
  • Parcel #: 461012127007000061

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 2120

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Nov 16, 2024
Closed on
Feb 7, 2025
Sold by
Wilke Krista M and Parks Krista M
Bought by
Pavey Cassie
Seller's Agent
Amy Blind
Pine Lake Realty
Buyer's Agent
Michael Liberatore
MTM Realty Group
List Price
$313,000
Sold Price
$260,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$53,000
-16.93%
Views
110
Current Estimated Value
$268,282

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$8,282
Avg. Annual Appreciation
8.58%
Original Mortgage
$190,000
Outstanding Balance
$189,201
Interest Rate
6.93%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$80,836

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 26, 2021
Sold by
Parks Krista M and Wilke Lawrence R
Bought by
Parks Krista M

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$30,000
Interest Rate
3.05%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 28, 2019
Sold by
Parks Jimmie L and Wilke Krista M
Bought by
Wilke Krista M and Wilke Lawrence R

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
4%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Listed on
Sep 6, 2011
Closed on
Aug 1, 2012
Sold by
Howard Timothy D and Howard Sandi
Bought by
Parks Jimmie L and Parks Krista M
Seller's Agent
Brian Waters
Mentor Listing Realty, Inc.
Buyer's Agent
Amy Blind
Pine Lake Realty
List Price
$130,000
Sold Price
$130,000

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
5.78%
Original Mortgage
$127,645
Interest Rate
3.65%
Mortgage Type
FHA

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 8, 2009
Sold by
Howard Timothy D and Howard Sandi
Bought by
Howard Timothy D and Howard Sandi

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 15, 2008
Sold by
Howard Timothy D
Bought by
Howard Timothy D and Howard Sandi
Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $260,000 None Listed On Document
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- None Available
Warranty Deed -- None Available
Deed -- None Available
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- None Available
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- None Available
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $190,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $0 Credit Line Revolving
Previous Owner $30,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $150,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $127,645 FHA
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
02/14/2025 02/14/25 Sold $260,000 -10.0% $108 / Sq Ft
12/30/2024 12/30/24 Pending -- -- --
12/26/2024 12/26/24 Price Changed $289,000 -3.7% $120 / Sq Ft
11/29/2024 11/29/24 Price Changed $299,999 -4.2% $125 / Sq Ft
11/16/2024 11/16/24 For Sale $313,000 +140.8% $130 / Sq Ft
08/01/2012 08/01/12 Sold $130,000 0.0% $83 / Sq Ft
08/01/2012 08/01/12 Pending -- -- --
09/06/2011 09/06/11 For Sale $130,000 -- $83 / 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 $1,992 $234,900 $34,000 $200,900
2023 $1,913 $191,300 $30,600 $160,700
2022 $1,801 $180,100 $23,400 $156,700
2021 $1,671 $167,100 $23,400 $143,700
2020 $1,607 $167,100 $23,400 $143,700
2019 $1,616 $156,800 $23,400 $133,400
2018 $1,636 $158,800 $23,400 $135,400
2017 $1,491 $144,300 $23,400 $120,900
2016 $1,481 $143,300 $23,400 $119,900
2014 $1,435 $143,500 $23,300 $120,200
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • A

    Seller's Agent in 2025

    Amy Blind

    Pine Lake Realty

  • M

    Buyer's Agent in 2025

    Michael Liberatore

    MTM Realty Group

  • H

    Buyer Co-Listing Agent in 2025

    Hailee Hills

    MTM Realty Group

  • B

    Seller's Agent in 2012

    Brian Waters

    Mentor Listing Realty, Inc.

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Map

Source: Northwest Indiana Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 293699

Northwest Indiana Association of REALTORS®

APN: 46-10-12-127-007.000-061

Indiana La Porte County La Porte 46350

45 Keston Elm Dr, La Porte, IN

This home is located at 45 Keston Elm Dr, La Porte, IN 46350 and is currently priced at $130,000, approximately $83 per square foot. This property was built in 1958. 45 Keston Elm Dr is a home located in LaPorte County with nearby schools including La Porte High School, Kingsbury Elementary School, and Kesling Intermediate School.

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