$149,000
SOLD NOV 2, 2017

520 Sunshine Dr Valparaiso, IN 46385

2 Beds
1.5 Baths
1,262 Sq Ft
0.29 Acres

Recently Sold

$118 Per Sq Ft

34 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Deck
  • Ranch Style House
  • Covered patio or porch
  • Union Township Middle School Rated A-
  • Cathedral Ceiling
  • 2.5 Car Attached Garage

About This Home

As of November 2017

Wonderfully maintained 2 bedroom, 1.5 bath open concept ranch home on 2 lots totaling .29A. Beautiful setting with covered porches in both the front and back of the home. Multi-tiered decks overlook the serene backyard and Salt Creek. Interior boasts vaulted ceilings, direct vent fireplace, Anderson windows, and more. Even the yard has been professionally maintained. There is little to nothing to do but move in. Schedule your showing today!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Don Janes

Trueblood Real Estate, LLC License #RB14050683 Listed on: 09/12/2017

Trueblood Real Estate, LLC

Last Buyer's Agent

Kristen Noorlag

Century 21 Circle License #RB15001142

Century 21 Circle

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $1,097

Year Built

  • Built in 1989

HOA Fees

  • $24 Monthly HOA Fees

Parking

  • 2.5 Car Attached Garage
  • Garage Door Opener

Home Design

  • Ranch Style House
  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Vinyl Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 1,262 Sq Ft Home
  • Cathedral Ceiling
  • Living Room with Fireplace

Kitchen

  • Gas Range
  • Range Hood
  • <<microwave>>
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Bedrooms
  • Bathroom on Main Level

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Laundry on main level
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Outdoor Features

  • Deck
  • Covered patio or porch
  • Storage Shed

Utilities

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

Additional Features

  • Handicap Accessible
  • 0.29 Acre Lot

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 640905376024000019

Community Details

Overview

  • Salt Creek Commons Subdivision

Building Details

  • Net Lease

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$1,097

Year Built

Built in 1989

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$24 per month

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Year Built: 1989
  • Reso Property Sub Type: Single Family Detach
  • ResoLotFeatures: Creek/Stream, Curbs, Landscaped, Paved Road, Sloped
  • ResoOtherEquipment: Cable TV Hookup
  • Co List Office Mls Id: GNR266
  • Subdivision Name: Salt Creek Commons
  • Architectural Style: Ranch/1 Sty/Bungalow
  • GNR_Exterior: Brick,Vinyl
  • GNR_UnfinishedSquareFootage: 0
  • GNR_HeatSystem: Forced Air
  • GNR_HOAPOAAnnualAmount: 288
  • GNR_Septic: No
  • GNR_TotalLessBasement: 0
  • GNR_MunicipalWater: Yes
  • GNR_Well: No
  • GNR_TotalBathrooms: 1.5
  • GNR_FullBathrooms: 0
  • GNR_HalfBathrooms: 0
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Gas Range, Microwave, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Interior Amenities: Barrier Free Access, Cathedral/Vaulted Ceiling, Finished Laundry Rm, FP Living/Great Room, Main Floor Bathroom, Main Floor Bedroom, Main Floor Laundry
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 2
  • Fireplaces: 1

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: Barrier Free Access, Porch-Covered, Deck, Storage Shed
  • Acres: 0.29

Garage/Parking

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

Utilities

  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • Heating: Natural Gas

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Fee: 24

Schools

  • Junior High Dist: Union Township

Lot Info

  • Lot Dimensions: .29A (2 lots)
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 12632
  • ResoLotSizeUnits: Acres
  • Parcel #: 640905376024000019
  • ResoLotSizeUnits: Acres

Tax Info

  • Year: 2016
  • Tax Annual Amount: 1097

Multi Family

  • Existing Lease Type: Net

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Sep 12, 2017
Closed on
Nov 1, 2017
Sold by
Stick Ava
Bought by
Sain Larry E
Seller's Agent
Don Janes
Trueblood Real Estate, LLC
Buyer's Agent
Kristen Noorlag
Century 21 Circle
List Price
$149,000
Sold Price
$149,000

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
7.08%
Original Mortgage
$74,000
Interest Rate
3.83%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
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 Type Sale Price Title Company
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- Community Title Co
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Closed $74,000 New Conventional
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
07/14/2025 07/14/25 For Sale $240,000 +61.1% $190 / Sq Ft
11/02/2017 11/02/17 Sold $149,000 0.0% $118 / Sq Ft
10/16/2017 10/16/17 Pending -- -- --
09/12/2017 09/12/17 For Sale $149,000 -- $118 / 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 $1,965 $297,300 $23,800 $273,500
2023 $1,916 $271,600 $21,400 $250,200
2022 $1,690 $251,600 $21,400 $230,200
2021 $1,683 $206,000 $21,400 $184,600
2020 $1,317 $184,700 $18,600 $166,100
2019 $1,270 $176,200 $18,600 $157,600
2018 $1,235 $164,000 $18,600 $145,400
2017 $1,325 $169,500 $18,600 $150,900
2016 $1,097 $152,400 $18,300 $134,100
2014 $1,145 $148,200 $17,400 $130,800
2013 -- $141,700 $17,900 $123,800
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • TRACY WONDAAL

    Seller's Agent in 2025

    TRACY WONDAAL

    eXp Realty, LLC

    (219) 488-4176

    34 Total Sales

    TRACY WONDAAL
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  • Don Janes

    Seller's Agent in 2017

    Don Janes

    Trueblood Real Estate, LLC

    (219) 928-8702

    6 in this area

    92 Total Sales

    Don Janes
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    Buyer's Agent in 2017

    Kristen Noorlag

    Century 21 Circle

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Map

Source: Northwest Indiana Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: GNR422310

Northwest Indiana Association of REALTORS®

APN: 64-09-05-376-024.000-019

Indiana Porter County Valparaiso 46385

520 Sunshine Dr, Valparaiso, IN

This home is located at 520 Sunshine Dr, Valparaiso, IN 46385 and is currently priced at $149,000, approximately $118 per square foot. This property was built in 1989. 520 Sunshine Dr is a home located in Porter County with nearby schools including Union Township Middle School and Wheeler High School.

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