$354,000
SOLD JUN 30, 2025

5407 Smilax Ln Valparaiso, IN 46383

3 Beds
2 Baths
2,244 Sq Ft
10,019 Sq Ft Lot

Recently Sold

$158 Per Sq Ft

2% Below List Price

18 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Wood Flooring
  • No HOA
  • 2 Car Attached Garage
  • Flint Lake Elementary School Rated A-
  • Neighborhood Views
  • Spa Bath

About This Home

As of June 2025

Here's to second chances! Back on the market due to buyer financing. Offering a one year home warranty! It has already been through a very thorough inspection from a local, reputable company. Once in a Lifetime Turnkey Airbnb or Dream Primary Home. Don't miss this rare opportunity to own this partially furnished, beautifully updated 3 bedroom, 2 bath home in sought after Valparaiso. Currently operating as a primary residence and successful Airbnb! Whether you're looking for an income generating property or a spacious primary residence, this home delivers. Enjoy beach rights that include the option to store your kayak or canoe on the dock year-round, perfect for nature lovers and water enthusiasts. Inside, you'll find stunning hardwood floors, tasteful finishes, a full bathroom and bedroom on the main floor, and a large additional living area complete with a cozy fireplace, ideal for entertaining or relaxing. This home is also equipped with a Generac generator, offering peace of mind and year-round comfort no matter the weather. Plenty of work has been poured into this charming home, making it truly move in ready. Step into your investment or stay for the lifestyle.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Alicia Wooten

@properties/Christie's Intl RE License #RB22001281 Listed on: 05/11/2025

@properties/Christie's Intl RE

Last Buyer's Agent

Rebecca Wright

Better Homes and Gardens Real License #RB20001428

Better Homes and Gardens Real

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $1,966

Year Built

  • Built in 1958

Lot Details

  • 10,019 Sq Ft Lot

Parking

  • 2 Car Attached Garage

Interior Spaces

  • 2,244 Sq Ft Home
  • Family Room with Fireplace
  • Living Room
  • Dining Room
  • Neighborhood Views

Kitchen

  • Gas Range
  • Dishwasher

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Carpet
  • Tile
  • Vinyl

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Full Bathrooms
  • Spa Bath

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Laundry on main level
  • Dryer

Schools

  • Valparaiso High School

Utilities

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

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Blackhawk Beach Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 641006181008000003

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$1,966

Year Built

Built in 1958

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Year Built: 1958
  • Reso Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • ResoLaundryFeatures: Gas Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup, Main Level, Laundry Room
  • ResoLotFeatures: Back Yard
  • ResoPoolFeatures: None
  • Reso View: Neighborhood
  • Co List Office Mls Id: NRA2082
  • Subdivision Name: BLACKHAWK BEACH
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 2244
  • Garage Yn: Yes
  • Unit Levels: Other
  • New Construction: No
  • Property Attached Yn: No
  • AuctionYN: No
  • AccessibilityFeaturesYN: No
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Gas Range, Dryer
  • Interior Amenities: Ceiling Fan(s)
  • Basement: Crawl Space
  • Flooring: Carpet, Vinyl, Tile, Hardwood
  • Spa Features: Bath
  • Basement YN: No
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Fireplace Features: Family Room
  • Fireplaces: 1

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: Private Yard
  • Acres: 0.23
  • Waterfront: No
  • Construction Type: Vinyl Siding
  • Reso Roof: Shingle

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Parking Features: Asphalt, Driveway, Attached

Utilities

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

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association: No

Schools

  • Junior High Dist: Valparaiso

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 10018.8
  • Additional Parcels: No
  • Parcel #: 641006181008000003
  • Zoning Description: residential

Tax Info

  • Year: 2024
  • Tax Annual Amount: 1966

MLS Schools

  • HighSchool: Valparaiso High School

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
May 11, 2025
Closed on
Jun 30, 2025
Sold by
Shambo Amber Rae
Bought by
Yolanda Smith Living Trust and Smith
Seller's Agent
Alicia Wooten
@properties/Christie's Intl RE
Buyer's Agent
Rebecca Wright
Better Homes and Gardens Real
List Price
$360,000
Sold Price
$354,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$6,000
-1.67%
Views
68

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-1.34%

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jun 9, 2022
Closed on
Aug 5, 2022
Sold by
Anderson Craig A
Bought by
Shambo Amber Rae
Seller's Agent
Lisa Brickley
Realty Executives Premier
List Price
$249,900
Sold Price
$249,900

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
12.76%
Original Mortgage
$212,415
Interest Rate
5.3%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Listed on
Oct 29, 2020
Closed on
Nov 17, 2020
Sold by
Williams James Jospeh and Williams Cheryl L
Bought by
Anderson Craig A and Anderson Kalynn
Seller's Agent
Jeanne Sommer
Century 21 Alliance Group
List Price
$199,900
Sold Price
$199,900

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
13.95%
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
Warranty Deed -- Proper Title
Warranty Deed -- None Listed On Document
Warranty Deed -- Chicago Title Company
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Previous Owner $212,415 New Conventional
Previous Owner $60,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $52,000 Unknown
Previous Owner $36,500 Unknown
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
06/30/2025 06/30/25 Sold $354,000 -1.7% $158 / Sq Ft
05/30/2025 05/30/25 For Sale $360,000 0.0% $160 / Sq Ft
05/29/2025 05/29/25 Pending -- -- --
05/11/2025 05/11/25 For Sale $360,000 +44.1% $160 / Sq Ft
08/05/2022 08/05/22 Sold $249,900 0.0% $111 / Sq Ft
06/12/2022 06/12/22 Pending -- -- --
06/09/2022 06/09/22 For Sale $249,900 +25.0% $111 / Sq Ft
11/18/2020 11/18/20 Sold $199,900 0.0% $89 / Sq Ft
11/02/2020 11/02/20 Pending -- -- --
10/29/2020 10/29/20 For Sale $199,900 -- $89 / 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 $1,858 $232,200 $54,000 $178,200
2023 $1,755 $217,000 $50,400 $166,600
2022 $1,507 $194,500 $50,400 $144,100
2021 $1,642 $170,100 $50,400 $119,700
2020 $1,469 $157,400 $45,900 $111,500
2019 $1,353 $145,600 $45,900 $99,700
2018 $1,283 $139,900 $45,900 $94,000
2017 $1,139 $131,200 $45,900 $85,300
2016 $1,260 $146,300 $51,000 $95,300
2014 $1,086 $143,600 $48,300 $95,300
2013 -- $135,900 $48,300 $87,600
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Northwest Indiana Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 820540

Northwest Indiana Association of REALTORS®

APN: 64-10-06-181-008.000-003