NOT LISTED FOR SALE

5489 E 73rd Ave Merrillville, IN 46410

Ainsworth Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $223,000 - $263,601

3 Beds
1 Bath
1,527 Sq Ft
$165/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold October 18, 2023

Last sale price $229,900 $151 Per Sq Ft

Est. 7% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $1,834/month

79 Days on Market

Highlights

  • 0.73 Acre Lot
  • 1 Fireplace
  • Country Kitchen
  • Wood Flooring
  • No HOA
  • 2.5 Car Attached Garage

About This Home

As of October 2023

This beautiful custom Indiana limestone ranch with full basement, 3 season room, and 2.5 car garage offers so many possibilities, all on just under an acre with plenty of back yard to play, garden and more! The spacious living room offers plenty of natural light with a large picture window, and extra space for the dining area. Eat-in Kitchen has updated counters, backsplash, and appliances. The nice-sized bedrooms have hardwood floors. The house offers extra closet space. Recent improvements include vinyl windows, waterproofed basement, and newer septic field. Electric panel for the house and furnace both updated 2020. Freshly painted several rooms 2023. The charm of this home includes pocket doors, a mid-century modern fireplace and laundry chute in the bathroom. The garage is every mechanic's dream! Enjoy the best of both worlds, in a rural setting, yet close to shopping, restaurants, schools, and highways. Adj lot (5487 E 73rd Ave) sold with home is 3920 sq ft.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Tracy Pavese-Robinson

McColly Real Estate License #RB20001851 Listed on: 06/12/2023

McColly Real Estate

Last Buyer's Agent

Jonni Newkirk

Century 21 Circle License #RB14041747

Century 21 Circle

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $1,956

Year Built

  • Built in 1957

Lot Details

  • 0.73 Acre Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 118x137x226x56x287x118
  • Landscaped

Parking

  • 2.5 Car Attached Garage
  • Garage Door Opener

Home Design

  • Brick Foundation

Interior Spaces

  • 1,527 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • 1 Fireplace
  • Natural lighting in basement

Kitchen

  • Country Kitchen
  • Oven
  • Range Hood
  • Microwave

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Carpet
  • Linoleum
  • Vinyl

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 1 Full Bathroom

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Outdoor Features

  • Outdoor Gas Grill

Schools

  • John Wood Elementary School
  • Pierce Middle School
  • Merrillville High School

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas
  • Well
  • Water Softener is Owned
  • Satellite Dish

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 451318177003000046

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$1,956

Year Built

Built in 1957

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Year Built: 1957
  • Reso Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • ResoLotFeatures: Landscaped, Level, Paved
  • Road Surface Type: Paved
  • ResoOtherEquipment: Satellite Dish
  • Co List Office Mls Id: NRA256
  • Subdivision Name: n/a
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 1527
  • Architectural Style: Bungalow
  • Garage Yn: Yes
  • Unit Levels: One
  • Property Attached Yn: No
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Built-In Gas Range, Dryer, Microwave, Oven, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Washer, Water Softener Owned
  • Interior Amenities: Country Kitchen, Primary Downstairs
  • Basement: Daylight, Sump Pump
  • Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood, Linoleum, Other, Vinyl
  • Basement YN: Yes
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • ResoLivingAreaSource: Assessor

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: Gas Grill
  • Acres: 0.734
  • Construction Type: Brick, Cedar, Vinyl Siding
  • Foundation Details: Slab

Garage/Parking

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

Utilities

  • Sewer: Septic Tank
  • Utilities: Cable Available, Electricity Available, Natural Gas Available
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
  • Water Source: Well

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association: No

Schools

  • Middle Or Junior School: Pierce Middle School

Lot Info

  • Lot Dimensions: 118X137X226X56X287X118
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 31973
  • Parcel #: 451318177003000046

Tax Info

  • Year: 2021
  • Tax Annual Amount: 1956

MLS Schools

  • HighSchool: Merrillville High School
  • Elementary School: John Wood Elementary School

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jun 12, 2023
Closed on
Oct 17, 2023
Sold by
Boyd Marcie M
Bought by
Craft Robert and Craft Pamela
Seller's Agent
Tracy Pavese-Robinson
McColly Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
Jonni Newkirk
Century 21 Circle
List Price
$229,900
Sold Price
$229,900
Views
134
Current Estimated Value
$246,649

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$16,749
Avg. Annual Appreciation
5.24%
Original Mortgage
$223,003
Outstanding Balance
$209,174
Interest Rate
6.52%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$42,875
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
Craft Robert $229,900 Community Title Company
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Craft Robert $223,003
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
10/18/2023 10/18/23 Sold $229,900 0.0% $151 / Sq Ft
06/12/2023 06/12/23 For Sale $229,900 -- $151 / 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 $5,806 $229,700 $30,400 $199,300
2023 $1,704 $181,800 $29,800 $152,000
2022 $1,704 $170,400 $27,100 $143,300
2021 $1,339 $145,500 $24,800 $120,700
2020 $1,212 $140,400 $23,900 $116,500
2019 $1,372 $140,400 $23,900 $116,500
2018 $1,429 $140,400 $23,900 $116,500
2017 $1,502 $143,400 $23,900 $119,500
2016 $1,427 $143,400 $22,900 $120,500
2014 $1,288 $143,400 $23,300 $120,100
2013 $1,282 $137,700 $24,000 $113,700
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Tracy Pavese-Robinson

    Seller's Agent in 2023

    Tracy Pavese-Robinson

    McColly Real Estate

    (219) 286-4259

    1 in this area

    26 Total Sales

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  • Jonni Newkirk

    Buyer's Agent in 2023

    Jonni Newkirk

    Century 21 Circle

    (219) 671-9302

    1 in this area

    20 Total Sales

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Map

Source: Northwest Indiana Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 531777

Northwest Indiana Association of REALTORS®

APN: 45-13-18-177-003.000-046

Indiana Lake County Merrillville 46410 Ainsworth

5489 E 73rd Ave, Merrillville, IN

This home is located at 5489 E 73rd Ave, Merrillville, IN 46410 since 12 June 2023 and is currently estimated at $251,400, approximately $164 per square foot. This property was built in 1957. 5489 E 73rd Ave is a home located in Lake County with nearby schools including John Wood Elementary School, Merrillville Intermediate School, and Pierce Middle School.

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