$243,898
SOLD JUN 26, 2026
4 Beds
3.5 Baths
3,280 Sq Ft
1 Acre Lot

Sale Details

Date Sold: June 26, 2026

$74 Per Sq Ft

18% Below List Price

84 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Views of Trees
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Cathedral Ceiling
  • Jackson Elementary School Rated A
  • Wooded Lot
  • Loft

About This Home

As of June 2026

This property is not for the average home buyer! Here presents an incredible opportunity for anyone looking to invest in a spacious property with immense potential in the award-winning Duneland(Chesterton) school district. Originally a barn built in the 1930's this unique home was converted to a single family home from the walls-in during the late 80's and early 90's with many recent updates too! Nestled in the serene environment of Jackson Township, this 4-bedroom, 4-bathroom home offers over 3,000 finished square feet and features a generous 3rd floor loft space, making it ideal for those in need of extra room. Situated on a sprawling private and wooded one-acre lot(160'x272'), this property boasts a 1,200 sqft 4-car garage with 2 heated bays and a 1,200 square foot loft above - perfect for car enthusiasts, hobbyists, or anyone needing a dedicated area for projects. Enjoy recent updates(2023), including a refreshed kitchen, newer floors, and a remodeled bathroom. All appliances stay, and the home offers three cozy fireplaces! With some thoughtful refinements, this home could become a dream retreat, combining rural charm with modern conveniences. Don't miss out on your chance to transform this diamond in the rough into your next income producing property, rural sanctuary or profitable flip. Recent updates also include an all new water system with 1" main water feed to the primary bathroom for remarkable water pressure, 1.5 year new water softener, 2 year new well pump, septic pump and bladder.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Elizabeth Deutscher

Listing Leaders License #RB20002161 Listed on: 03/03/2026

Listing Leaders

Last Buyer's Agent

Nancy Del Prado

Avid Real Estate LLC License #RB14046373

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Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $1,817

Year Built

  • Built in 1930

Lot Details

  • 1 Acre Lot
  • Wooded Lot

Parking

  • 4 Car Detached Garage
  • Additional Parking

Home Design

  • Fixer Upper
  • Asphalt Roof
  • Cedar

Interior Spaces

  • 3,280 Sq Ft Home
  • 3-Story Property
  • Cathedral Ceiling
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Wood Burning Fireplace
  • Entrance Foyer
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • 3 Fireplaces
  • Dining Room
  • Loft
  • Views of Trees

Kitchen

  • Gas Range
  • Dishwasher

Flooring

  • Tile
  • Vinyl

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms
  • Spa Bath

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Laundry on main level
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Sink Near Laundry

Outdoor Features

  • Patio
  • Outdoor Storage
  • Front Porch

Schools

  • Jackson Elementary School
  • Liberty Intermediate
  • Chesterton High School

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating System
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas
  • 200+ Amp Service
  • Well
  • Water Softener is Owned

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 640732300003000005

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$1,817

Year Built

Built in 1930

Lot Details

1 Acres

Parking

4

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Year Built: 1930
  • Reso Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • ResoLaundryFeatures: Laundry Room, Sink, Main Level
  • ResoLotFeatures: Private, Wooded
  • ResoPoolFeatures: None
  • Reso View: Trees/Woods
  • Co List Office Mls Id: NRA1690
  • Subdivision Name: None
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 3280
  • Garage Yn: Yes
  • Unit Levels: Three Or More
  • New Construction: No
  • Property Attached Yn: No
  • Reso Property Condition: Fixer
  • Financial Info Electric: 200+ Amp Service
  • AuctionYN: No
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Dryer, Water Softener Owned, Washer, Refrigerator, Gas Water Heater, Gas Range, ENERGY STAR Qualified Appliances, Dishwasher
  • Interior Amenities: Cathedral Ceiling(s), Walk-In Closet(s), Soaking Tub, Recessed Lighting, Pantry, Laminate Counters, High Ceilings, Eat-in Kitchen, Entrance Foyer, Ceiling Fan(s)
  • Flooring: Laminate, Vinyl, Tile
  • Spa Features: Bath
  • Basement YN: No
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Three Quarter Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Fireplace Features: Living Room, Wood Burning
  • Fireplaces: 3

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: Fire Pit, Storage, Rain Gutters, Private Yard, Lighting
  • Acres: 1
  • Waterfront: No
  • Construction Type: Cedar
  • Patio And Porch Features: Front Porch, Patio
  • Reso Roof: Asphalt

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 4
  • Parking Features: Detached, Heated Garage, Gravel, Driveway, Additional Parking

Utilities

  • Sewer: Septic Tank
  • Utilities: Electricity Connected, Water Connected, Natural Gas Connected
  • Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s), Other
  • Heating: Central, Natural Gas, Forced Air
  • Water Source: Well

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association: No

Schools

  • Junior High Dist: Duneland School Corporation
  • Middle Or Junior School: Liberty Intermediate

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 43560
  • Parcel #: 640732300003000005

Tax Info

  • Year: 2025
  • Tax Annual Amount: 1817

MLS Schools

  • HighSchool: Chesterton High School
  • Elementary School: Jackson Elementary School

Ownership History

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Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Mar 3, 2026
Closed on
Jun 26, 2026
Sold by
Devin Markiis
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Elizabeth Deutscher
Listing Leaders
Buyer's Agent
Nancy Del Prado
Avid Real Estate LLC
List Price
$298,898
Sold Price
$243,898
Premium/Discount to List
-$55,000
-18.4%
Views
953

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
69.14%
Original Mortgage
$231,703
Outstanding Balance
$231,703
Interest Rate
6.36%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$33,590

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 1, 2009
Sold by
Markins Richard D and The Teena R Markins Family Tru
Bought by
Markins Richard D

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$140,000
Interest Rate
5.15%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 19, 2008
Sold by
Markins Richard D and Teena R Markins Living Trust
Bought by
Markins Richard D and Teena R Markins Family Trust

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 21, 2007
Sold by
Nisa Enterprises Llc
Bought by
Diesfeld James

Purchase Details

Closed on
Oct 17, 2005
Sold by
Indiana Kentucky Conference Of The Unite
Bought by
Nisa Enterprises Llc

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 17, 2002
Sold by
Markins Richard D and Markins Teena L
Bought by
Markins Richard D and Markins Teena R
Source: Public Records

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Purchase History

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Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed -- Liberty Title
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- Ticor Title Insurance
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- None Available
Warranty Deed -- Community Title Company
Corporate Deed -- Community Title Company
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- None Available
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

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Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $231,703 New Conventional
Previous Owner $153,947 FHA
Previous Owner $8,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $140,000 New Conventional
Source: Public Records

Property History

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Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
06/26/2026 06/26/26 Sold $243,898 -11.0% $74 / Sq Ft
05/26/2026 05/26/26 Pending -- -- --
04/24/2026 04/24/26 Price Changed $273,898 -1.8% $84 / Sq Ft
04/10/2026 04/10/26 Price Changed $278,898 -6.7% $85 / Sq Ft
04/03/2026 04/03/26 For Sale $298,898 0.0% $91 / Sq Ft
03/03/2026 03/03/26 Pending -- -- --
03/03/2026 03/03/26 For Sale $298,898 -- $91 / Sq Ft
Source: Northwest Indiana Association of REALTORS®

Tax History

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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
2025 $1,973 $260,000 $51,000 $209,000
2024 $1,369 $242,500 $45,500 $197,000
2023 $1,383 $190,700 $39,600 $151,100
2022 $1,243 $183,100 $39,600 $143,500
2021 $1,198 $169,500 $39,600 $129,900
2020 $1,074 $152,500 $36,000 $116,500
2019 $1,102 $149,100 $36,000 $113,100
2018 $1,049 $144,600 $36,000 $108,600
2017 $1,044 $148,100 $36,000 $112,100
2016 $1,052 $149,100 $40,700 $108,400
2014 $749 $125,200 $38,000 $87,200
2013 -- $119,500 $38,400 $81,100
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Northwest Indiana Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 835016

Northwest Indiana Association of REALTORS®

APN: 64-07-32-300-003.000-005

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