NOT LISTED FOR SALE

5122 Reading Ave East Chicago, IN 46312

Southside Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $95,000 - $123,000

3 Beds
1 Bath
958 Sq Ft
$115/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold November 01, 2023

Last sale price $90,000 $94 Per Sq Ft

Est. 20% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $853/month

20 Days on Market

Highlights

  • No HOA
  • 1 Car Detached Garage
  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Covered patio or porch
  • 1-Story Property
  • Fenced

About This Home

As of November 2023

PRIME INVESTMENT OPPORTUNITY WITH THIS CHARMING 3 BED, 1BATHROOM BUNGALOW. You know what they say, LOCATION LOCATION!!! Conveniently located STEPS away from a PARK, ball fields, basketball courts, and fire department. Spacious living room, kitchen, and bedrooms makes this a no brainer at this price! Boasting a super cute covered porch, HARDWOOD FLOORS, appliances that stay, a full unfinished basement and FENCED IN YARD! With a little TLC, the possibilities are endless!!! Low taxes and close to the train station, perfect for easy commutes to Chicago!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Tiffany Dowling

Keller Williams Preferred Real License #RB14050408 Listed on: 09/19/2023

Keller Williams Preferred Real

Co-Listed By

Robert Szafranski

Keller Williams Preferred Real License #RB15000981

Last Buyer's Agent

Kathie Dinga

McColly Real Estate License #RB14041629

McColly Real Estate

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $702

Year Built

  • Built in 1928

Lot Details

  • 4,026 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 33x122
  • Fenced

Parking

  • 1 Car Detached Garage
  • Garage Door Opener

Home Design

  • Fixer Upper

Interior Spaces

  • 958 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Attic Stairs
  • Gas Range
  • Basement

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 1 Full Bathroom

Outdoor Features

  • Covered patio or porch

Utilities

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

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Kosciusko Park Add Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 450332152018000024

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$702

Year Built

Built in 1928

Lot Details

0

Parking

1

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Year Built: 1928
  • Reso Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • ResoLotFeatures: Level, Paved
  • Road Surface Type: Paved
  • Co List Office Mls Id: NRA1045
  • Co List Office Mls Id: NRA1045
  • Subdivision Name: Kosciusko Park Add
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 958
  • Architectural Style: Bungalow
  • Garage Yn: Yes
  • Unit Levels: One
  • Property Attached Yn: No
  • Reso Property Condition: Fixer
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Gas Range, Refrigerator
  • Interior Amenities: Attic Stairway
  • Basement: Interior Entry
  • Basement YN: Yes
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • ResoLivingAreaSource: Estimated

Exterior Features

  • Fencing: Fenced
  • Acres: 0.0924
  • Construction Type: Aluminum Siding
  • Patio And Porch Features: Covered, Porch

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 1
  • Parking Features: Detached, Garage Door Opener

Utilities

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

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Community Features: Curbs, Sidewalks
  • Association: No

Lot Info

  • Lot Dimensions: 33x122
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 4026
  • Parcel #: 450332152018000024

Tax Info

  • Year: 2022
  • Tax Annual Amount: 702

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Sep 19, 2023
Closed on
Oct 24, 2023
Sold by
Perez Andres
Bought by
Fernandez Enrique and Fernandez Erika
Seller's Agent
Tiffany Dowling
Keller Williams Preferred Real
Buyer's Agent
Kathie Dinga
McColly Real Estate
List Price
$105,900
Sold Price
$90,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$15,900
-15.01%
Views
89
Current Estimated Value
$107,758

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$17,758
Avg. Annual Appreciation
7.65%
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
Fernandez Enrique $90,000 Chicago Title
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Previous Owner Perez Andres $10,012
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
11/01/2023 11/01/23 Sold $90,000 -15.0% $94 / Sq Ft
10/09/2023 10/09/23 Pending -- -- --
09/19/2023 09/19/23 For Sale $105,900 -- $111 / 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 $3,159 $71,900 $13,000 $58,900
2023 $607 $66,200 $13,000 $53,200
2022 $607 $62,100 $13,500 $48,600
2021 $397 $48,500 $6,700 $41,800
2020 $330 $45,700 $6,700 $39,000
2019 $396 $41,800 $6,700 $35,100
2018 $385 $40,000 $6,700 $33,300
2017 $381 $40,400 $6,700 $33,700
2016 $389 $39,600 $6,700 $32,900
2014 $362 $37,400 $6,700 $30,700
2013 $362 $41,900 $6,700 $35,200
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Tiffany Dowling

    Seller's Agent in 2023

    Tiffany Dowling

    Keller Williams Preferred Real

    (219) 808-7584

    1 in this area

    345 Total Sales

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  • Robert Szafranski

    Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2023

    Robert Szafranski

    Keller Williams Preferred Real

    (219) 308-6850

    1 in this area

    150 Total Sales

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  • Kathie Dinga

    Buyer's Agent in 2023

    Kathie Dinga

    McColly Real Estate

    (219) 934-6300

    6 in this area

    57 Total Sales

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Map

Source: Northwest Indiana Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 538536

Northwest Indiana Association of REALTORS®

APN: 45-03-32-152-018.000-024

Indiana Lake County East Chicago 46312 Southside

5122 Reading Ave, East Chicago, IN

This home is located at 5122 Reading Ave, East Chicago, IN 46312 since 19 September 2023 and is currently estimated at $110,459, approximately $115 per square foot. This property was built in 1928. 5122 Reading Ave is a home located in Lake County with nearby schools including East Chicago Central High School, St Stanislaus School, and Greater First Christian Aca.

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