NOT LISTED FOR SALE

605 Franklin St Valparaiso, IN 46383

Estimated Value: $313,000 - $377,000

4 Beds
2 Baths
2,580 Sq Ft
$136/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold December 06, 2023

Last sale price $250,000 $97 Per Sq Ft

Est. 41% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $2,619/month

2 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Wood Flooring
  • No HOA
  • Porch
  • Central Elementary School Rated A
  • Country Kitchen
  • 4-minute walk to Tower Park

About This Home

As of December 2023

Gorgeous, HISTORIC brick beauty in the heart of downtown Valparaiso! This classic charmer (built in 1860) boasts so many MUST-SEE original features throughout (hardwood floors, intricate woodwork in the trim, vintage fixtures)! There were previously two-units (main & upstairs), but with a little TLC, could be restored to its former glory as darling single family residence on one of Valpo's most charming blocks! Presently, there are four (total) generously-sized bedrooms, two kitchens, two full bathrooms and two dining rooms that could serve as home offices, breakfast nooks, etc.. Both levels also feature enclosed porches off the back of the home, perfect for enjoying your morning coffee! There's an attached 2.5-car garage, plus room to build a detached garage off the alley just beyond the home's sprawling backyard. The unfinished basement affords added storage space; boiler heat, updated electrical box, steps from Central Elementary & all that downtown Valpo has to offer!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Shawn Spaw

Stray Dog Properties, LLC License #RB14035996 Listed on: 11/17/2023

Last Buyer's Agent

Catherine Craigin Kasl

Century 21 Circle License #RB14028338

Century 21 Circle

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Year Built

  • Built in 1860

Lot Details

  • 9,235 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 66 x 140

Parking

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

Home Design

  • Brick Foundation

Interior Spaces

  • 2,580 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Wood Flooring
  • Country Kitchen
  • Basement

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 2 Full Bathrooms

Outdoor Features

  • Patio
  • Porch

Utilities

  • Hot Water Heating System
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Powells Add Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 640924177007000004

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Year Built

Built in 1860

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Year Built: 1860
  • Road Surface Type: Paved
  • Co List Office Mls Id: NRA2257
  • Subdivision Name: Powells Add
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 2580
  • Garage Yn: Yes
  • Unit Levels: Two
  • Property Attached Yn: No
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: None
  • Interior Amenities: Cathedral Ceiling(s), Country Kitchen, Primary Downstairs, Vaulted Ceiling(s)
  • Basement: Crawl Space, Other, Sump Pump
  • Flooring: Hardwood
  • Basement YN: Yes
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • ResoLivingAreaSource: Assessor

Exterior Features

  • Acres: 0.212
  • Construction Type: Brick, Vinyl Siding
  • Patio And Porch Features: Patio, Porch

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 2.5
  • Parking Features: Attached, Garage Door Opener, Off Street

Utilities

  • Utilities: Electricity Available, Natural Gas Available
  • Heating: Baseboard, Hot Water, Natural Gas
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Community Features: Sidewalks
  • Association: No

Schools

  • Junior High Dist: Valparaiso

Lot Info

  • Lot Dimensions: 66 x 140
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 9235
  • Parcel #: 640924177007000004

Tax Info

  • Year: 2022
  • Tax Annual Amount: 7311

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Nov 17, 2023
Closed on
Dec 6, 2023
Sold by
Indiana Land Trust Company
Bought by
Smith Kyle and Smith Anne
Seller's Agent
Shawn Spaw
Stray Dog Properties, LLC
Buyer's Agent
Catherine Craigin Kasl
Century 21 Circle
List Price
$250,000
Sold Price
$250,000
Views
32
Current Estimated Value
$351,303

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$101,303
Avg. Annual Appreciation
24.19%

Purchase Details

Listed on
Mar 18, 2016
Closed on
Apr 21, 2016
Sold by
Nvision Capital Advisors Llc
Bought by
Indiana Land Trust Company
Seller's Agent
Peter LaSalle
Listing Leaders
List Price
$70,000
Sold Price
$70,000

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
18.16%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 10, 2015
Sold by
Hometown Community Development Corp
Bought by
Nvision Capital Advisors Llc

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 22, 2014
Sold by
Bank Of America Na
Bought by
Hometown Community Development Corp and Homestrong Usa

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 30, 2014
Sold by
Chick Suzanne M
Bought by
The Bank Of New York Mellon and The Bank Of New York
Source: Public Records

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Smith Kyle $250,000 Chicago Title
Indiana Land Trust Company -- Chicago Title Insurance Co
Nvision Capital Advisors Llc -- None Available
Hometown Community Development Corp -- None Available
Bank Of America Na $63,523 None Available
The Bank Of New York Mellon $139,950 None Available
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Previous Owner Chick Suzanne M $190,400
Previous Owner Chick Suzanne M $140,000
Previous Owner Chick Suzanne M $17,500
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
12/06/2023 12/06/23 Sold $250,000 0.0% $97 / Sq Ft
11/19/2023 11/19/23 Pending -- -- --
11/17/2023 11/17/23 For Sale $250,000 +257.1% $97 / Sq Ft
04/21/2016 04/21/16 Sold $70,000 0.0% $27 / Sq Ft
04/14/2016 04/14/16 Pending -- -- --
03/18/2016 03/18/16 For Sale $70,000 -- $27 / 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 $8,031 $369,300 $42,800 $326,500
2023 $7,331 $326,800 $37,400 $289,400
2022 $7,311 $296,900 $37,400 $259,500
2021 $6,473 $253,000 $37,400 $215,600
2020 $5,982 $230,000 $34,000 $196,000
2019 $5,740 $217,800 $34,000 $183,800
2018 $5,476 $207,800 $34,000 $173,800
2017 $5,397 $205,000 $34,000 $171,000
2016 $4,746 $195,600 $40,700 $154,900
2014 -- $183,900 $38,400 $145,500
2013 -- $173,600 $38,700 $134,900
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Northwest Indiana Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 541910

Northwest Indiana Association of REALTORS®

APN: 64-09-24-177-007.000-004