NOT LISTED FOR SALE

6957 Van Buren St Merrillville, IN 46410

Turkey Creek Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $262,094 - $298,000

4 Beds
2 Baths
2,080 Sq Ft
$131/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold June 23, 2020

Last sale price $180,000 $87 Per Sq Ft

Est. 51% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $1,892/month

66 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Deck
  • Country Kitchen
  • Landscaped
  • No HOA
  • 1.5 Car Attached Garage
  • 4-minute walk to John A. Stefek Park

About This Home

As of June 2020

Beautifully redone and spacious 4 bedroom! Wonderfully remodeled kitchen with granite countertops, stainless steel appliances and tile backsplash. Huge living room with a ton of natural light and gleaming wood floors! Nicely updated bathroom with granite topped vanity, tile floor and tile shower surround. 2 bedrooms complete the mian floor. The lower level features another huge living space, 2 more bedrooms, another updated bathroom, and office. New windows throughout! Sit on your huge back deck and enjoy your fenced in backyard. Don't miss this one!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Jason Utesch

Realty Executives Premier License #RB14039867 Listed on: 03/13/2020

Realty Executives Premier

Last Buyer's Agent

Gary Holleman

One Stop Realty Shop, INC License #RB14035805

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $1,344

Year Built

  • Built in 1963

Lot Details

  • 6,970 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 55 x 127
  • Fenced
  • Landscaped

Parking

  • 1.5 Car Attached Garage

Home Design

  • Bi-Level Home

Kitchen

  • Country Kitchen
  • Gas Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 2 Full Bathrooms

Outdoor Features

  • Deck

Utilities

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

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 451216203009000030

Community Details

Overview

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Turkey Creek Meadows Subdivision

Amenities

  • Community Storage Space

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$1,344

Year Built

Built in 1963

Lot Details

0

Parking

1

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Year Built: 1963
  • Reso Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • ResoLotFeatures: Landscaped, Level
  • Co List Office Mls Id: NRA1103
  • Subdivision Name: Turkey Creek Meadows
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 1040
  • Garage Yn: Yes
  • Unit Levels: Split Entry (Bi-Level)
  • Reso Other Structures: Shed(s), Storage
  • Property Attached Yn: No
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Gas Range, Microwave, Refrigerator
  • Interior Amenities: Country Kitchen
  • Basement: Sump Pump
  • Basement YN: No
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Below Grade Sq Ft: 1040
  • ResoLivingAreaSource: Assessor

Exterior Features

  • Fencing: Fenced
  • Acres: 0.16
  • Construction Type: Aluminum Siding, Cedar
  • Foundation Details: Slab
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 1.5
  • Parking Features: Attached

Utilities

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

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Community Features: Curbs, Sidewalks
  • Association: No

Schools

  • Junior High Dist: Merrillville

Lot Info

  • Lot Dimensions: 55 x 127
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 6970
  • Parcel #: 451216203009000030

Tax Info

  • Year: 2019
  • Tax Annual Amount: 1344

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Mar 13, 2020
Closed on
Jun 22, 2020
Sold by
Lynn Jason
Bought by
Parker Herring Antoinette C and Herring Ruth A
Seller's Agent
Jason Utesch
Realty Executives Premier
Buyer's Agent
Gary Holleman
One Stop Realty Shop, INC
List Price
$180,000
Sold Price
$180,000
Current Estimated Value
$272,274

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$92,274
Avg. Annual Appreciation
8.04%
Original Mortgage
$176,739
Outstanding Balance
$156,666
Interest Rate
3.2%
Mortgage Type
FHA
Estimated Equity
$115,608

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 20, 2019
Sold by
Price Davionn M
Bought by
Lynn Jason

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$119,250
Interest Rate
3.7%
Mortgage Type
Commercial

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jan 14, 2012
Closed on
Mar 22, 2012
Sold by
The Grsw Stewart Real Estate Trust
Bought by
Price Davionn M
Seller's Agent
Valerie Rosenblum
McColly Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
Jason Utesch
Realty Executives Premier
List Price
$112,500
Sold Price
$112,500

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
6.72%
Original Mortgage
$109,647
Interest Rate
4.25%
Mortgage Type
FHA

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 14, 2012
Sold by
Woodfork Kenneth C and Woodfork Lena
Bought by
The Grsw Stewart Real Estate Trust

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 4, 2008
Sold by
Woodfork Kenneth C
Bought by
Woodfork Kenneth C and Woodfork Lena

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$128,505
Interest Rate
6.57%
Mortgage Type
FHA
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
Parker Herring Antoinette C -- Greater Indiana Title Co
Lynn Jason -- Lendserv National Title
Price Davionn M -- Community Title Company
The Grsw Stewart Real Estate Trust -- Community Title Company
Woodfork Kenneth C -- None Available
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Parker Herring Antoinette C $176,739
Previous Owner Lynn Jason $119,250
Previous Owner Price Davionn M $109,647
Previous Owner Woodfork Kenneth C $128,505
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
06/23/2020 06/23/20 Sold $180,000 0.0% $87 / Sq Ft
05/18/2020 05/18/20 Pending -- -- --
03/13/2020 03/13/20 For Sale $180,000 +60.0% $87 / Sq Ft
04/05/2012 04/05/12 Sold $112,500 0.0% $54 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
02/27/2012 02/27/12 Pending -- -- --
01/14/2012 01/14/12 For Sale $112,500 -- $54 / 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 $5,570 $237,900 $31,000 $206,900
2023 $2,107 $237,700 $30,100 $207,600
2022 $2,107 $212,400 $25,800 $186,600
2021 $1,843 $186,100 $24,100 $162,000
2020 $2,551 $127,400 $23,400 $104,000
2019 $1,796 $127,400 $23,400 $104,000
2018 $1,447 $125,500 $23,400 $102,100
2017 $1,447 $125,600 $23,400 $102,200
2016 $1,456 $125,700 $22,500 $103,200
2014 $1,086 $121,400 $21,800 $99,600
2013 $1,230 $128,200 $23,200 $105,000
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Jason Utesch

    Seller's Agent in 2020

    Jason Utesch

    Realty Executives

    (219) 395-0496

    1 in this area

    292 Total Sales

    Jason Utesch
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  • Gary Holleman

    Buyer's Agent in 2020

    Gary Holleman

    One Stop Realty Shop, INC

    (708) 220-9830

    1 in this area

    26 Total Sales

    Gary Holleman
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  • Valerie Rosenblum

    Seller's Agent in 2012

    Valerie Rosenblum

    McColly Real Estate

    (219) 241-3585

    61 Total Sales

    Valerie Rosenblum
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Map

Source: Northwest Indiana Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 471711

Northwest Indiana Association of REALTORS®

APN: 45-12-16-203-009.000-030

Indiana Lake County Merrillville 46410 Turkey Creek

6957 Van Buren St, Merrillville, IN

This home is located at 6957 Van Buren St, Merrillville, IN 46410 since 13 March 2020 and is currently estimated at $272,274, approximately $130 per square foot. This property was built in 1963. 6957 Van Buren St is a home located in Lake County with nearby schools including Homer Iddings Elementary School, Merrillville Intermediate School, and Pierce Middle School.

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