$449,900
SOLD MAR 21, 2025

7132 N Brown Rd Columbia City, IN 46725

3 Beds
2 Baths
1,144 Sq Ft
8,276 Sq Ft Lot

Recently Sold

$393 Per Sq Ft

4 Days on Market

Highlights

  • 56 Feet of Waterfront
  • Primary Bedroom Suite
  • Lake Property
  • Pier or Dock
  • Open Floorplan
  • Vaulted Ceiling

About This Home

As of March 2025

Don’t miss this rare opportunity to own a delightful 3 bedroom cottage on the serene shores of Loon Lake! With 56’ of sandy beach frontage, this property boasts some of the most breathtaking views on the lake, perfect for both relaxation & recreation! Recently updated, the home features a newly poured driveway addition accommodating four vehicles, alongside a spacious two car garage, & new furnace/central air installed. Step inside to discover a beautifully renovated kitchen equipped with soft-close cabinetry, quartz countertops, & a functional island that seamlessly connects to the living room. The vaulted ceiling & expansive windows create an airy atmosphere while offering magnificent views of Loon Lake from nearly every angle. The primary bedroom includes a luxurious en-suite bathroom complete with tiled floors, a large ceramic tile walk-in shower, & a spacious walk-in closet with organizers. Two additional guest bedrooms & a dedicated laundry room with washer & dryer included round out the interior space. Step outside to enjoy the covered back patio & deck, ideal for lounging & soaking up the sun. The property is surrounded by mature trees & thoughtful landscaping, creating a setting that flourishes in the spring & summer months. Loon Lake is a 1-4 ski lake known for its fantastic fishing, boating, & swimming opportunities, all within 30 minutes of Fort Wayne. Cottages at this price point with such exceptional sandy shores are a rare find - this is your chance to claim your piece of lakeside paradise!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Evan Riecke

Encore Sotheby's International Realty Brokerage Phone: 260-466-0609 Listed on: 02/19/2025

Last Buyer's Agent

Aaron Shively

Pinnacle Group Real Estate Services

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $1,715

Year Built

  • Built in 1952

Lot Details

  • 8,276 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 145x56
  • 56 Feet of Waterfront
  • Lake Front
  • Backs to Open Ground
  • Landscaped

Parking

  • 2 Car Detached Garage
  • Garage Door Opener
  • Driveway
  • Off-Street Parking

Home Design

  • Traditional Architecture
  • Slab Foundation
  • Shingle Roof
  • Vinyl Construction Material

Interior Spaces

  • 1,144 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Open Floorplan
  • Vaulted Ceiling
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Entrance Foyer
  • Crawl Space
  • Fire and Smoke Detector

Kitchen

  • Electric Oven or Range
  • Kitchen Island
  • Solid Surface Countertops
  • Built-In or Custom Kitchen Cabinets

Flooring

  • Carpet
  • Laminate
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • Primary Bedroom Suite
  • Split Bedroom Floorplan
  • Walk-In Closet
  • 2 Full Bathrooms
  • Separate Shower

Laundry

  • Laundry on main level
  • Electric Dryer Hookup

Outdoor Features

  • Waterski or Wakeboard
  • Lake Property
  • Lake, Pond or Stream
  • Covered patio or porch

Schools

  • Northern Heights Elementary School
  • Indian Springs Middle School
  • Columbia City High School

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Heating System Uses Gas
  • Private Company Owned Well
  • Well
  • Cable TV Available

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 92-01-36-201-001.000-005
  • Seller Concessions Not Offered

Community Details

Overview

  • West Shore Subdivision

Recreation

  • Pier or Dock

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$1,715

Year Built

Built in 1952

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Class: RESIDENTIAL
  • Property Sub Type: Site-Built Home
  • Waterfront: Yes
  • Year Built: 1952
  • Age: 73
  • Style: One Story
  • Architectural Style: Traditional
  • Total Number of Rooms: 7
  • Bedrooms: 3
  • Number Above Grade Bedrooms: 3
  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Legal Description: Lot 1 & S 10' Lot 2 West Shore Addition to Loon Lake Resort
  • Parcel Number ID: 92-01-36-201-001.000-005
  • Platted: Yes
  • Amenities: 1st Bdrm En Suite, Cable Available, Ceiling Fan(s), Ceilings-Vaulted, Closet(s) Walk-in, Countertops-Solid Surf, Deck Open, Detector-Smoke, Dryer Hook Up Electric, Foyer Entry, Garage Door Opener, Kitchen Island, Landscaped, Open Floor Plan, Patio Covered, Range/Oven Hook Up Elec, Split Br Floor Plan, Stand Up Shower, Main Level Bedroom Suite, Main Floor Laundry, Custom Cabinetry
  • Location: Lake
  • Sp Lp Percent: 100
  • Year Taxes Payable: 2025
  • Special Features: None
  • Stories: 1

Interior Features

  • Total Sq Ft: 1144
  • Total Finished Sq Ft: 1144
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 1144
  • Price Per Sq Ft: 393.27
  • Basement Foundation: Crawl, Slab
  • Flooring: Carpet, Laminate, Tile
  • Living Great Room: Dimensions: 15x14, On Level: Main
  • Kitchen: Dimensions: 10x8, On Level: Main
  • Breakfast Room: Dimensions: 12x10, On Level: Main
  • Bedroom 1: Dimensions: 13x13, On Level: Main
  • Bedroom 2: Dimensions: 10x8, On Level: Main
  • Bedroom 3: Dimensions: 9x8, On Level: Main
  • Number of Main Level Full Bathrooms: 2

Exterior Features

  • Exterior: Vinyl
  • Roof Material: Shingle
  • Outbuilding1: None
  • Lake Type: Ski Lake
  • Water Features: Pier/Dock
  • Water Frontage: 56
  • Water Name: Loon Lake

Garage/Parking

  • Driveway: Concrete
  • Garage Type: Detached
  • Garage Number Of Cars: 2
  • Garage Size: Dimensions: 26x20
  • Garage Sq Ft: 520
  • Garage: Yes
  • Off Street Parking: Yes

Utilities

  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Heating Fuel: Gas, Forced Air
  • Sewer: City
  • Water Utilities: Well
  • Laundry: Dimensions: Mainx6, On Level: 7
  • Water Type: Lake
  • Well Type: Private

Schools

  • School District: Whitley CO Cons Schools
  • Elementary School: Northern Heights
  • Middle School: Indian Springs
  • High School: Columbia City
  • Elementary School: Northern Heights

Lot Info

  • Lot Description: Waterfront
  • Lot Dimensions: 145x56
  • Estimated Lot Sq Ft: 8276
  • Estimated Lot Size Acres: 0.19

Tax Info

  • Annual Taxes: 1714.96

Multi Family

  • Water Access: Lakefront

MLS Schools

  • High School: Columbia City
  • Middle School: Indian Springs
  • School District: Whitley CO Cons Schools

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Feb 19, 2025
Closed on
Mar 21, 2025
Sold by
Pliett Joseph and Pliett Marijoy
Bought by
Schmitz Erin and Schmitz John
Seller's Agent
Evan Riecke
Encore Sotheby's International Realty
Buyer's Agent
Aaron Shively
Pinnacle Group Real Estate Services
List Price
$449,900
Sold Price
$449,900
Views
157

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-24.91%
Original Mortgage
$249,900
Outstanding Balance
$248,925
Interest Rate
6.89%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$169,879

Purchase Details

Listed on
Aug 21, 2023
Closed on
Sep 29, 2023
Sold by
Fogle Leslie D and Fogle Patricia E
Bought by
Pliett Joseph and Pliett Marijoy
Seller's Agent
Stacy Rofkahr
Mike Thomas Associates
Buyer's Agent
Evan Riecke
Encore Sotheby's International Realty
List Price
$305,000
Sold Price
$390,000
Premium/Discount to List
$85,000
27.87%
Views
123

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
10.14%
Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

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Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $449,900 Metropolitan Title
Warranty Deed $370,597 None Listed On Document
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $249,900 New Conventional
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
03/21/2025 03/21/25 Sold $449,900 0.0% $393 / Sq Ft
02/23/2025 02/23/25 Pending -- -- --
02/19/2025 02/19/25 For Sale $449,900 +15.4% $393 / Sq Ft
09/29/2023 09/29/23 Sold $390,000 +27.9% $341 / Sq Ft
08/25/2023 08/25/23 Pending -- -- --
08/21/2023 08/21/23 For Sale $305,000 -- $267 / Sq Ft
Source: Indiana Regional MLS

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 $1,221 $291,900 $44,200 $247,700
2023 $1,715 $256,400 $42,500 $213,900
2022 $1,750 $248,300 $40,700 $207,600
2021 $1,789 $232,700 $40,700 $192,000
2020 $1,568 $211,600 $40,300 $171,300
2019 $1,352 $187,500 $40,300 $147,200
2018 $1,314 $180,500 $40,300 $140,200
2017 $1,221 $169,100 $40,300 $128,800
2016 $1,083 $166,300 $40,300 $126,000
2014 $945 $162,000 $40,300 $121,700
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Indiana Regional MLS

MLS Number: 202505164

Indiana Regional MLS

APN: 92-01-36-201-001.000-005