$209,900
SOLD OCT 9, 2025

521 E 28th Ave Lake Station, IN 46405

3 Beds
2 Baths
1,720 Sq Ft
10,149 Sq Ft Lot

Recently Sold

$122 Per Sq Ft

2 Days on Market

Highlights

  • No HOA
  • Country Kitchen
  • 2 Car Attached Garage
  • Neighborhood Views
  • Front Porch
  • 5-minute walk to Columbus Park

About This Home

As of October 2025

Step into comfort and peace of mind with this well maintained updated 3 bedroom, 2 full bath in Lake Station! The eat-in kitchen features granite countertops and plenty of room to cook and gather. Enjoy a spacious living area filled with natural light from the large bay window that brightens the entire space. Fresh new flooring in the primary suite, hallway, and main bathroom adds a modern touch, while the basement has been sealed and painted, offering a big open space perfect for storage or future rooms. A brand-new drain system and sump pump (Sept. 2025) provide extra security. Complete with a 2-car garage, thoughtful updates, and a convenient location near schools, shopping, and highways, this home is move-in ready and waiting for you!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Diana Gomez

Listing Leaders License #RB17001681 Listed on: 09/19/2025

Listing Leaders

Last Buyer's Agent

Eric Lopez

RE/MAX Realty Associates License #RB14044362

RE/MAX Realty Associates

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $2,313

Year Built

  • Built in 1940

Parking

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

Interior Spaces

  • 1,720 Sq Ft Home
  • 1.5-Story Property
  • Blinds
  • Bay Window
  • Living Room
  • Neighborhood Views
  • Fire and Smoke Detector
  • Washer and Gas Dryer Hookup
  • Basement

Kitchen

  • Country Kitchen
  • Microwave

Flooring

  • Carpet
  • Vinyl

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Full Bathrooms

Additional Features

  • Front Porch
  • 10,149 Sq Ft Lot
  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • East Gary 01 Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 450918355005000021

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$2,313

Year Built

Built in 1940

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Year Built: 1940
  • Reso Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • ResoLaundryFeatures: Gas Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
  • ResoLotFeatures: Front Yard
  • Reso View: Neighborhood
  • ResoSecurityFeatures: Smoke Detector(s)
  • Co List Office Mls Id: NRA1690
  • Subdivision Name: East Gary 01
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 1720
  • Garage Yn: Yes
  • Unit Levels: One and One Half
  • New Construction: No
  • Property Attached Yn: No
  • ResoWindowFeatures: Bay Window(s), Blinds
  • Financial Info Electric: 200+ Amp Service
  • AuctionYN: No
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Microwave, Refrigerator, Range
  • Interior Amenities: Country Kitchen, Granite Counters, Pantry
  • Basement: Unfinished, Walk-Out Access
  • Flooring: Carpet, Vinyl
  • Basement YN: Yes
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 3

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: Rain Gutters
  • Acres: 0.233
  • Waterfront: No
  • Construction Type: Aluminum Siding, Vinyl Siding
  • Patio And Porch Features: Front Porch
  • Reso Roof: Asphalt

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Parking Features: Additional Parking, Garage Door Opener, Off Street, Garage Faces Rear, Attached, Alley Access

Utilities

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

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association: No

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 10149
  • Parcel #: 450918355005000021

Tax Info

  • Year: 2024
  • Tax Annual Amount: 2313.06

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Nov 10, 2022
Closed on
Mar 1, 2023
Sold by
Buchanan-Leach Kelly
Bought by
Buchanan-Leach Kelly and Buchanan Angela M
Seller's Agent
Cirilo Favela
Favela Real Estate, LLC
Buyer's Agent
Diana Gomez
Listing Leaders
List Price
$199,900
Sold Price
$175,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$24,900
-12.46%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
5.32%
Original Mortgage
$169,750
Outstanding Balance
$164,405
Interest Rate
6.31%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$36,681

Purchase Details

Listed on
Nov 10, 2022
Closed on
Feb 23, 2023
Sold by
Buchanan-Leach Kelly
Bought by
Buchanan-Leach Kelly and Buchanan Angela M
Seller's Agent
Cirilo Favela
Favela Real Estate, LLC
Buyer's Agent
Diana Gomez
Listing Leaders
List Price
$199,900
Sold Price
$175,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$24,900
-12.46%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$169,750
Outstanding Balance
$164,405
Interest Rate
6.31%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$36,681

Purchase Details

Listed on
Nov 10, 2022
Closed on
Jan 26, 2023
Sold by
Vela Properties Llc
Bought by
Buchanan-Leach Kelly
Seller's Agent
Cirilo Favela
Favela Real Estate, LLC
Buyer's Agent
Diana Gomez
Listing Leaders
List Price
$199,900
Sold Price
$175,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$24,900
-12.46%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$169,750
Outstanding Balance
$164,405
Interest Rate
6.31%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$36,681

Purchase Details

Listed on
Nov 10, 2022
Closed on
Jan 23, 2023
Sold by
Vela Properties Llc
Bought by
Buchanan-Leach Kelly
Seller's Agent
Cirilo Favela
Favela Real Estate, LLC
Buyer's Agent
Diana Gomez
Listing Leaders
List Price
$199,900
Sold Price
$175,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$24,900
-12.46%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$169,750
Outstanding Balance
$164,405
Interest Rate
6.31%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$36,681

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 5, 2015
Sold by
Gutierrez Maria E
Bought by
Vela Properties Llc

Purchase Details

Listed on
Oct 2, 2012
Closed on
Feb 5, 2013
Sold by
Federal Home Loan Mortgage Corporation
Bought by
Gutierrez Maria E
Seller's Agent
Edd Riley
Vail Realty
List Price
$9,900
Sold Price
$9,900

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
26.83%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 3, 2012
Sold by
Campbell Roberta J and Beneficial Indiana Inc
Bought by
Federal Home Loan Mortgage Corporation
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Quit Claim Deed -- None Listed On Document
Quit Claim Deed -- --
Warranty Deed -- None Listed On Document
Warranty Deed $175,000 --
Quit Claim Deed -- None Available
Special Warranty Deed -- None Available
Sheriffs Deed $81,102 None Available
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $169,750 New Conventional
Closed $169,750 New Conventional
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
10/09/2025 10/09/25 Sold $209,900 0.0% $122 / Sq Ft
09/21/2025 09/21/25 Pending -- -- --
09/19/2025 09/19/25 For Sale $209,900 +19.9% $122 / Sq Ft
01/30/2023 01/30/23 Sold $175,000 -12.5% $102 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
01/04/2023 01/04/23 Pending -- -- --
11/10/2022 11/10/22 For Sale $199,900 +19890.0% $116 / Sq Ft
05/13/2015 05/13/15 Sold $1,000 0.0% $1 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
05/05/2015 05/05/15 Pending -- -- --
04/06/2015 04/06/15 For Sale $1,000 -89.9% $1 / Sq Ft
02/07/2013 02/07/13 Sold $9,900 0.0% $6 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
01/20/2013 01/20/13 Pending -- -- --
10/02/2012 10/02/12 For Sale $9,900 -- $6 / 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 $6,765 $168,200 $19,100 $149,100
2023 $2,497 $145,300 $20,400 $124,900
2022 $2,497 $98,300 $17,600 $80,700
2021 $2,164 $85,200 $14,600 $70,600
2020 $2,116 $83,300 $14,600 $68,700
2019 $2,147 $78,800 $14,600 $64,200
2018 $2,365 $75,600 $14,600 $61,000
2017 $2,377 $73,800 $14,600 $59,200
2016 $1,979 $75,200 $14,600 $60,600
2014 $1,843 $71,300 $6,300 $65,000
2013 $1,976 $71,100 $6,300 $64,800
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Northwest Indiana Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 828024

Northwest Indiana Association of REALTORS®

APN: 45-09-18-355-005.000-021