NOT LISTED FOR SALE

451 Tortoise Dr Valparaiso, IN 46383

Porter County Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $614,000 - $769,869

4 Beds
3.5 Baths
3,048 Sq Ft
$229/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold September 28, 2012

Last sale price $419,000 $137 Per Sq Ft

Est. 66% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $4,279/month

40 Days on Market

Highlights

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

About This Home

As of September 2012

Quality new construction home by Stone Homes. Home offers over 3,000 sq. ft., with 4 bedrooms, bonus room & 3 car garage with extra storage. Open concept with large foyer, open spindle staircase & mud room with bench & cabinetry for storage. Additional upgrades included stone fireplace, extensive trim package, lighting, flooring, 9' ceilings on main level and basement, granite counters, cathedral ceilings, maple cabinets and daylight basement. Located in the tranquil neighborhood of Turtle Run with easy access to highways.EXCEPTIONAL QUALITY AT AN EXCEPTIONAL PRICE!!!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Jeanne Sommer

Century 21 Alliance Group License #RB14023558 Listed on: 07/11/2012

Last Buyer's Agent

Lynda Anderson

Boulder Bay Realty Group License #RB14025141

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $5,439

Year Built

  • Built in 2012

Lot Details

  • 0.8 Acre Lot
  • Paved or Partially Paved Lot
  • Level Lot

HOA Fees

  • $25 Monthly HOA Fees

Parking

  • 3 Car Attached Garage
  • Garage Door Opener

Home Design

  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Stone Exterior Construction

Interior Spaces

  • 3,048 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Dry Bar
  • Cathedral Ceiling
  • Living Room
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Den
  • Recreation Room with Fireplace

Kitchen

  • Range Hood
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

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

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Laundry on main level

Basement

  • Sump Pump
  • Natural lighting in basement

Eco-Friendly Details

  • Air Cleaner

Outdoor Features

  • Deck
  • Covered patio or porch
  • Outdoor Storage

Utilities

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

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number NEW OR UNDER CONSTRUCTION

Community Details

Overview

  • Turtle Run Subdivision

Building Details

  • Net Lease

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$5,439

Year Built

Built in 2012

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$25 per month

Parking

3

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Year Built: 2012
  • Reso Property Sub Type: Single Family Detach
  • ResoLotFeatures: Paved Road, Nearly Level, Sloped
  • 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,Stone,Other
  • GNR_UnfinishedSquareFootage: 1420
  • GNR_HeatSystem: Forced Air
  • GNR_HOAPOAAnnualAmount: 300
  • GNR_Septic: Yes
  • GNR_TotalLessBasement: 0
  • GNR_MunicipalWater: No
  • GNR_Well: Yes
  • GNR_TotalBathrooms: 3.5
  • GNR_FullBathrooms: 0
  • GNR_HalfBathrooms: 0
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Range Hood
  • Interior Amenities: Dry Bar, Cathedral/Vaulted Ceiling, Den/Office, Main Floor Laundry, Main Floor Bathroom, Formal Dining, FP Rec Room, Whirlpool Tub, Finished Laundry Rm, Main Bedroom Bath
  • Basement: Daylight
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Fireplaces: 1

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: Porch-Covered, Deck, Storage
  • Acres: 0.8

Garage/Parking

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

Utilities

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

Schools

  • Junior High Dist: East Porter County

Lot Info

  • Lot Dimensions: .80 acres
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 34848
  • ResoLotSizeUnits: Acres
  • Parcel #: NEW OR UNDER CONSTRUCTION
  • Zoning Description: Residential
  • ResoLotSizeUnits: Acres

Tax Info

  • Year: 2012

Multi Family

  • Existing Lease Type: Net

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jul 11, 2012
Closed on
Sep 28, 2012
Sold by
Stone Homes Llc
Bought by
Frazier David W and Frazier Tammy R
Seller's Agent
Jeanne Sommer
Century 21 Alliance Group
Buyer's Agent
Lynda Anderson
Boulder Bay Realty Group
List Price
$419,000
Sold Price
$419,000
Current Estimated Value
$694,241

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$275,241
Avg. Annual Appreciation
3.73%
Original Mortgage
$335,200
Interest Rate
3.66%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 13, 2012
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
Frazier David W -- None Available
Stone Homes Llc -- None Available
Stone William L -- Fidelity Natl Title Ins Co
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Frazier David W $350,000
Closed Frazier David W $50,000
Closed Frazier David W $335,200
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
09/28/2012 09/28/12 Sold $419,000 0.0% $137 / Sq Ft
08/20/2012 08/20/12 Pending -- -- --
07/11/2012 07/11/12 For Sale $419,000 -- $137 / 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 $5,439 $698,100 $63,900 $634,200
2023 $5,299 $693,100 $61,400 $631,700
2022 $5,452 $658,200 $61,400 $596,800
2021 $4,663 $540,600 $61,400 $479,200
2020 $3,799 $472,100 $53,400 $418,700
2019 $3,593 $434,600 $53,400 $381,200
2018 $3,408 $421,200 $53,400 $367,800
2017 $3,318 $416,900 $53,400 $363,500
2016 $3,559 $448,600 $57,400 $391,200
2014 $3,561 $419,400 $53,200 $366,200
2013 -- $414,300 $56,000 $358,300
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Jeanne Sommer

    Seller's Agent in 2012

    Jeanne Sommer

    Century 21 Alliance Group

    (219) 405-5051

    82 in this area

    278 Total Sales

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  • Lynda Anderson

    Buyer's Agent in 2012

    Lynda Anderson

    Boulder Bay Realty Group

    (219) 405-5294

    70 in this area

    334 Total Sales

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Map

Source: Northwest Indiana Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: GNR311121

Northwest Indiana Association of REALTORS®

APN: 64-10-10-201-001.000-020

Indiana Porter County Valparaiso 46383 Porter County

451 Tortoise Dr, Valparaiso, IN

This home is located at 451 Tortoise Dr, Valparaiso, IN 46383 since 11 July 2012 and is currently estimated at $698,467, approximately $229 per square foot. This property was built in 2012. 451 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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