NOT LISTED FOR SALE

480 Amhurst Rd Valparaiso, IN 46385

Porter County Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $423,000 - $585,000

5 Beds
4 Baths
3,901 Sq Ft
$132/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold October 20, 2023

Last sale price $490,000 $126 Per Sq Ft

Est. 5% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $3,184/month

18 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Deck
  • Whirlpool Bathtub
  • 2.5 Car Attached Garage
  • Union Township Middle School Rated A-
  • Covered patio or porch
  • Wet Bar

About This Home

As of October 2023

2 story home located in Shorewood Forest. Inviting front porch & well-maintained curb appeal will make you want to see more. Main level has a formal living room w/cathedral ceilings, dining room, bath, rec room w/fireplace & kitchen w/eat-in area. Kitchen boasts beautiful cabinetry w/under cabinet lighting, granite countertops & SS appliances. Sliding glass doors lead to the deck overlooking the backyard. Upper level has 3 good sized bedrooms, full bath, laundry room & main bedroom. Main bedroom has attached bath w/dual sinks, whirlpool tub, vanity area & huge walk-in closet. Finished walk-out basement w/large living area, wet bar, gym & bath. Lots of storage in the basement & under the deck. Sliding glass doors lead to the screened in porch & amazing 18x36 inground pool w/automatic & mesh leaf cover. Liner only 2 yrs old & filter 5yrs. Generator, tankless water heater (2yrs old), osmosis system & outside speakers. Club house, community pool, tennis courts, & so much more!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Tonia Dragon

Better Homes and Gardens Real License #RB14048599 Listed on: 08/18/2023

Better Homes and Gardens Real

Last Buyer's Agent

Clayton Marshall

eXp Realty, LLC License #RB23001158

eXp Realty, LLC

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $3,508

Year Built

  • Built in 1991

Lot Details

  • 0.26 Acre Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 85x135

Parking

  • 2.5 Car Attached Garage
  • Garage Door Opener
  • Off-Street Parking

Home Design

  • Brick Foundation

Interior Spaces

  • 2-Story Property
  • Wet Bar
  • Great Room with Fireplace
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Basement

Kitchen

  • Gas Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Carpet
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 5 Bedrooms
  • Whirlpool Bathtub

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Accessible Home Design

  • Accessibility Features

Outdoor Features

  • Deck
  • Covered patio or porch

Utilities

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

Community Details

  • Property has a Home Owners Association
  • 1St American Management Co Association, Phone Number (219) 465-0883
  • Shorewood Forest Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 640930104006000019

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$3,508

Year Built

Built in 1991

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Year Built: 1991
  • Road Surface Type: Paved
  • Co List Office Mls Id: NRAgenericoffice
  • Subdivision Name: Shorewood Forest
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 2556
  • Garage Yn: Yes
  • Unit Levels: Two
  • Property Attached Yn: No
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Gas Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Interior Amenities: Cathedral Ceiling(s), Central Vacuum, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Wet Bar, Whirlpool Tub
  • Basement: Walk-Out Access
  • Flooring: Carpet, Tile
  • Basement YN: Yes
  • Total Bedrooms: 5
  • Below Grade Sq Ft: 1345
  • Fireplace Features: Great Room, Living Room
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • ResoLivingAreaSource: Assessor

Exterior Features

  • Acres: 0.26
  • Construction Type: Brick, Wood Siding
  • Patio And Porch Features: Covered, Deck, Patio, Porch

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 2.5
  • Parking Features: Attached, Garage Door Opener, Off Street

Utilities

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

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Fee: 1250
  • Association Name: 1st American Management Co
  • Phone: 219-465-0883
  • Association: Yes

Lot Info

  • Lot Dimensions: 85x135
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 11326
  • Parcel #: 640930104006000019

Tax Info

  • Year: 2022
  • Tax Annual Amount: 3508

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Aug 18, 2023
Closed on
Oct 20, 2023
Sold by
Payton Doreen M
Bought by
Marshall Blake
Seller's Agent
Tonia Dragon
Better Homes and Gardens Real
Buyer's Agent
Clayton Marshall
eXp Realty, LLC
List Price
$500,000
Sold Price
$490,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$10,000
-2%
Views
168
Current Estimated Value
$516,473

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$26,473
Avg. Annual Appreciation
2.82%
Original Mortgage
$245,000
Outstanding Balance
$241,503
Interest Rate
7.12%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$271,804

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 3, 2014
Sold by
Payton Terry A and Payton Doreen M
Bought by
Payton Doreen M
Source: Public Records

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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
Marshall Blake $490,000 Liberty Title
Payton Doreen M -- None Available
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Marshall Blake $245,000
Previous Owner Payton Doreen M $13,500
Previous Owner Payton Terry A $221,935
Previous Owner Payton Terry A $19,000
Previous Owner Payton Terry A $238,300
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
10/20/2023 10/20/23 Sold $490,000 -1.0% $126 / Sq Ft
09/05/2023 09/05/23 Pending -- -- --
09/01/2023 09/01/23 Price Changed $494,900 -1.0% $127 / Sq Ft
08/18/2023 08/18/23 For Sale $500,000 -- $128 / 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 $3,573 $466,300 $53,000 $413,300
2023 $3,433 $445,900 $50,500 $395,400
2022 $3,369 $412,800 $50,500 $362,300
2021 $2,996 $347,100 $50,500 $296,600
2020 $2,864 $323,700 $45,800 $277,900
2019 $2,759 $307,400 $45,800 $261,600
2018 $2,825 $291,400 $45,800 $245,600
2017 $2,366 $273,800 $45,800 $228,000
2016 $2,424 $280,900 $43,300 $237,600
2014 $2,382 $268,100 $40,900 $227,200
2013 -- $284,500 $46,200 $238,300
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Tonia Dragon

    Seller's Agent in 2023

    Tonia Dragon

    Better Homes and Gardens Real

    (219) 406-0290

    51 in this area

    207 Total Sales

    Tonia Dragon
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  • Clayton Marshall

    Buyer's Agent in 2023

    Clayton Marshall

    eXp Realty, LLC

    (219) 309-5845

    3 in this area

    4 Total Sales

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Map

Source: Northwest Indiana Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 537243

Northwest Indiana Association of REALTORS®

APN: 64-09-30-104-006.000-019

Indiana Porter County Valparaiso 46385 Porter County

480 Amhurst Rd, Valparaiso, IN

This home is located at 480 Amhurst Rd, Valparaiso, IN 46385 since 18 August 2023 and is currently estimated at $516,473, approximately $132 per square foot. This property was built in 1991. 480 Amhurst Rd is a home located in Porter County with nearby schools including Union Township Middle School and Wheeler High School.

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