Seller's Agent in 2025
Catherine Hicks
BHHS Executive Realty
(219) 306-7696
7 in this area
156 Total Sales
5404 W 78th Ln Schererville, IN 46375
West Merrillville Neighborhood
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,970
Sq Ft
8,778
Sq Ft Lot
Highlights
- Corner Lot
- No HOA
- Living Room
- Homan Elementary School Rated A
- Neighborhood Views
- 5-minute walk to Rolling Hills Park
About This Home
As of June 2025This beautiful 3 bedroom RANCH home is bursting with features! The kitchen shines with cherry-stained- Maple cabinets and a stylish glass tile backsplash. Step out side to a fenced in backyard with multiple decks, perfect for outdoor entertaining. But the real surprise is downstairs-don't miss the finished basement, featuring a play area, family room and a HOME THEATER. There is even a 3/4 bathroom and a storage area to complete the space.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
BHHS Executive Realty License #RB14014035 Listed on: 05/21/2025
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $2,207
Year Built
- Built in 1966
Lot Details
- 8,778 Sq Ft Lot
- Landscaped
- Corner Lot
Parking
- 2.5 Car Garage
Interior Spaces
- 1-Story Property
- Living Room
- Carpet
- Neighborhood Views
- Basement
Kitchen
- Gas Range
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
Community Details
- No Home Owners Association
- C Gorleys Rolling Hills Estates Subdivision
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 451124204026000036
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
May 21, 2025
Closed on
Jun 25, 2025
Sold by
Goetzke Alexander B
Bought by
Cyplik Nicole M and Studnicka Joseph W
Seller's Agent
Catherine Hicks
BHHS Executive Realty
Buyer's Agent
Brian Durkin
@properties/Christie's Intl RE
List Price
$294,900
Sold Price
$298,000
Premium/Discount to List
$3,100
1.05%
Views
25
Current Estimated Value
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
-$926
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-1.15%
Original Mortgage
$289,060
Outstanding Balance
$288,567
Interest Rate
6.81%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$8,507
Purchase Details
Listed on
Aug 18, 2017
Closed on
Sep 29, 2017
Sold by
Cummina Russell L and Cummina Mandy L
Bought by
Goetzke Alexander B
Seller's Agent
Gail O'Donnell
Coldwell Banker Realty
Buyer's Agent
Sara Troxel
BHHS Executive Realty
List Price
$200,000
Sold Price
$200,000
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
5.28%
Original Mortgage
$194,000
Interest Rate
3.82%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Mar 24, 2011
Sold by
Odonnell Homes Ltd
Bought by
Cummins Russell L and Cummins Mandy L
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$131,552
Interest Rate
5.25%
Mortgage Type
FHA
Purchase Details
Closed on
Aug 4, 2010
Sold by
Dlj Mortgage Capital Inc
Bought by
Odonnell Homes Ltd
Purchase Details
Closed on
Dec 4, 2009
Sold by
Houck Merkel Phyllis A and Rogers Carolyn
Bought by
Dlj Mortgage Capital Inc
Purchase Details
Closed on
Oct 31, 2006
Sold by
Hein Anthony R
Bought by
Houch Merkel Phyllis A and Rogers Carolyn
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$123,200
Interest Rate
6.4%
Mortgage Type
Stand Alone First
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Warranty Deed | -- | Chicago Title Insurance Compan | |
| Warranty Deed | -- | Fidelity National Title Co | |
| Warranty Deed | -- | Fidelity Mo | |
| Special Warranty Deed | -- | Security Title Services Llc | |
| Sheriffs Deed | $86,574 | None Available | |
| Warranty Deed | -- | Chicago Title Insurance Co |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $289,060 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $194,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $131,552 | FHA | |
| Previous Owner | $123,200 | Stand Alone First |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft | Prior Sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06/27/2025 06/27/25 | Sold | $298,000 | +1.1% | $151 / Sq Ft | |
| 05/23/2025 05/23/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 05/21/2025 05/21/25 | For Sale | $294,900 | +47.5% | $150 / Sq Ft | |
| 09/29/2017 09/29/17 | Sold | $200,000 | 0.0% | $104 / Sq Ft | View Prior Sale |
| 09/04/2017 09/04/17 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 08/18/2017 08/18/17 | For Sale | $200,000 | -- | $104 / Sq Ft |
Source: Northwest Indiana Association of REALTORS®
Tax History Compared to Growth
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 | $4,755 | $249,200 | $50,600 | $198,600 |
| 2023 | $2,611 | $233,500 | $50,600 | $182,900 |
| 2022 | $2,611 | $267,400 | $50,600 | $216,800 |
| 2021 | $1,989 | $217,800 | $50,600 | $167,200 |
| 2020 | $2,068 | $220,000 | $26,600 | $193,400 |
| 2019 | $2,019 | $200,000 | $26,600 | $173,400 |
| 2018 | $1,976 | $194,800 | $26,600 | $168,200 |
| 2017 | $1,250 | $145,500 | $26,600 | $118,900 |
| 2016 | $1,154 | $137,800 | $26,600 | $111,200 |
| 2014 | $987 | $130,600 | $26,600 | $104,000 |
| 2013 | $981 | $127,900 | $26,600 | $101,300 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Catherine Hicks
-
Brian Durkin
Buyer's Agent in 2025
Brian Durkin
@ Properties
(708) 296-4444
2 in this area
129 Total Sales
-
Gail O'Donnell
Seller's Agent in 2017
Gail O'Donnell
Coldwell Banker Realty
(219) 865-5299
5 in this area
57 Total Sales
-
S
Buyer's Agent in 2017
Sara Troxel
BHHS Executive Realty
Map
Source: Northwest Indiana Association of REALTORS®
MLS Number: 821113
APN: 45-11-24-204-026.000-036
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