$189,900
$10K PRICE DROP

5561 Batson Ave Portage, IN 46368

Estimated payment $1,126/month

Total Views 12,851
3 Beds
1 Bath
1,058 Sq Ft
$179 Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • Popular Property
  • Wooded Lot
  • No HOA
  • Deck
  • Wood Flooring
  • Neighborhood Views

About This Home

Enjoy stairfree living in this ranch style home in the heart of Portage! Gather in the inviting living room featuring hardwood floors with amazing natural light through the large bay window. The chef's kitchen offers custom cabinetry, a center island, and generous storage, with a dining area just steps away for easy entertaining. Three spacious bedrooms, a full bath, and a convenient laundry area provide comfort and functionality. Recent updates include a new roof in 2023 and a new air conditioner in 2024. Enjoy the outdoors on the deck overlooking a private fenced yard with bonus shed and a cozy firepit, perfect for relaxing evenings. Ideally located near the Duneland Trailhead and Portage Lakefront, you will also find shopping, dining, parks, and schools just minutes away, along with easy interstate access for commuting.

Listing Agent

Melissa Kingsbury

Redfin License #RB22002324 Listed on: 07/31/2025

Redfin

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $1,124

Year Built

  • Built in 1962

Lot Details

  • 0.28 Acre Lot
  • Partially Fenced Property
  • Wooded Lot

Parking

  • Off-Street Parking

Interior Spaces

  • 1,058 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Living Room
  • Wood Flooring
  • Neighborhood Views

Kitchen

  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 1 Full Bathroom

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Additional Features

  • Deck
  • Central Heating and Cooling System

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Willowdale 04 Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 640523307006000016

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$1,124

Year Built

Built in 1962

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Year Built: 1962
  • Reso Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • ResoLaundryFeatures: Gas Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
  • ResoLotFeatures: Back Yard, Near Public Transit, Wooded
  • ResoPoolFeatures: None
  • Reso View: Neighborhood
  • Co List Office Mls Id: NRA1992
  • Subdivision Name: Willowdale 04
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 1058
  • Garage Yn: No
  • Unit Levels: One
  • New Construction: No
  • Property Attached Yn: No
  • AuctionYN: No
  • AccessibilityFeaturesYN: No
  • Special Features: VirtualTour
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Built-In Gas Range, Dishwasher, Washer, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Refrigerator, Microwave, Gas Cooktop, Dryer
  • Interior Amenities: Ceiling Fan(s), Kitchen Island, Eat-in Kitchen
  • Flooring: Hardwood
  • Basement YN: No
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 3

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: Fire Pit, Private Yard
  • Fencing: Partial
  • Acres: 0.2755
  • Waterfront: No
  • Construction Type: Vinyl Siding
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck
  • Reso Roof: Shingle

Garage/Parking

  • Parking Features: Driveway, Off Street

Utilities

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

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association: No

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 12000
  • Additional Parcels: No
  • Parcel #: 640523307006000016

Tax Info

  • Year: 2023
  • Tax Annual Amount: 1124

Map

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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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 $1,144 $130,200 $30,400 $99,800
2023 $780 $128,500 $28,800 $99,700
2022 $780 $97,800 $28,800 $69,000
2021 $575 $84,300 $28,800 $55,500
2020 $459 $76,700 $26,000 $50,700
2019 $425 $73,000 $26,000 $47,000
2018 $419 $71,300 $26,000 $45,300
2017 $372 $70,200 $26,000 $44,200
2016 $411 $72,400 $27,500 $44,900
2014 $389 $65,700 $25,000 $40,700
2013 -- $63,900 $25,600 $38,300
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
08/19/2025 08/19/25 Price Changed $189,900 -5.0% $179 / Sq Ft
07/31/2025 07/31/25 For Sale $199,900 +21.2% $189 / Sq Ft
05/12/2023 05/12/23 Sold $165,000 0.0% $167 / Sq Ft
03/17/2023 03/17/23 Pending -- -- --
03/17/2023 03/17/23 For Sale $165,000 -- $167 / Sq Ft
Source: Northwest Indiana Association of REALTORS®

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $165,000 None Listed On Document
Warranty Deed -- Meridian Title Corp
Warranty Deed -- Fidelity National Title
Corporate Deed -- Metropolitan Title In Llc
Warranty Deed -- Metropolitan Title In Llc
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $162,011 FHA
Previous Owner $82,845 FHA
Previous Owner $110,990 FHA
Source: Public Records

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Source: Northwest Indiana Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 825198

Northwest Indiana Association of REALTORS®

APN: 64-05-23-307-006.000-016