$1,099,000
OPEN SUN 1PM - 3PM

781 E Willow Ln Wawaka, IN 46794

Estimated payment $6,263/month

Total Views 31,977
5 Beds
3.5 Baths
4,301 Sq Ft
$256 Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • 300 Feet of Waterfront
  • RV Parking in Community
  • Open Floorplan
  • Docks
  • Primary Bedroom Suite
  • Lake Property

About This Home

One of Tamarack Lake’s most exceptional properties—nearly 2 acres & 300 feet of frontage for a private, spacious lakefront lifestyle perfect for gathering, entertaining, & enjoying the water. Inside, natural light floods through a wall of windows, highlighting the open-concept design & stunning water views. The main level is ideal for everyday living & easy entertaining, anchored by a spacious living room w/ gas log fireplace & built-in bookshelves. The eat-in kitchen features abundant cabinetry, quartz countertops, custom backsplash, touch faucet, Frigidaire appliances, pantry, & a wraparound breakfast bar connecting to the casual dining nook. Beyond, the hearth room offers an additional fireplace & more lake views—ideal for relaxing evenings. The primary suite on the main level is a retreat, with a tray ceiling, fireplace, walk-in closet, & a spacious ensuite bath with heated tile floors, dual sinks, walk-in shower, & jetted corner tub. An office (or extra bedroom), full shared bath, & laundry room w/ attic access complete the main floor. The finished walk-out lower level expands living space with a full kitchen & bar area (SS GE appliances), large rec room, full bath w/ heated tile floors, 3 additional bedrooms, & a half bath—perfect for guests or extended stays. Built in 2005, this custom 5-bedroom, 3.5-bath home features 9’/10’ ceilings, central vac, geothermal HVAC, two water heaters (instant hot water, constant pressure), high-efficiency propane (dryer & fireplaces), ice maker w/ dedicated water line, surround sound inside & out, & 6” exterior foam-insulated walls. Outside, multiple living spaces invite enjoyment—elevated deck, covered & open walk-out patios, three swings & a glider, plus a firepit at the water’s edge. The 1.97-acre lot offers ample room for outdoor activities & entertaining. Located on a private lane in a peaceful setting, the home sits on Tamarack Lake—part of the West Lakes Chain (including Steinberger, Jones, Waldron) & connected to the Elkhart River. Known for excellent fishing, sandy shoreline swimming, & access to ski lake Waldron, it offers a versatile lake experience. The exterior boasts brick construction, professional landscaping, attached 2-car garage, insulated detached garage, two sheds, trailer/camper hookup, & a custom playhouse w/ electricity. If you’ve been waiting for a standout Tamarack Lake property—this is it.

Listing Agent

Angie Racolta

Encore Sotheby's International Realty Brokerage Phone: 317-750-1600 Listed on: 04/20/2026

Encore Sotheby's International Realty

Co-Listing Agent

Molly Slone

Encore Sotheby's International Realty Brokerage Phone: 317-750-1600

Open House Schedule

  • Sunday, July 12, 2026
    1:00 to 3:00 pm
    7/12/2026 1:00:00 PM +00:00
    7/12/2026 3:00:00 PM +00:00

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $4,328

Year Built

  • Built in 2005

Lot Details

  • 1.97 Acre Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 300 x 425
  • 300 Feet of Waterfront
  • Lake Front
  • Landscaped
  • Level Lot

Parking

  • 2 Car Attached Garage
  • Garage Door Opener
  • Driveway

Home Design

  • Craftsman Architecture
  • Slab Foundation
  • Poured Concrete
  • Shingle Roof
  • Concrete Siding
  • Shingle Siding
  • Vinyl Construction Material

Interior Spaces

  • 2-Story Property
  • Open Floorplan
  • Wet Bar
  • Central Vacuum
  • Built-in Bookshelves
  • Built-In Features
  • Bar
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Electric Fireplace
  • Entrance Foyer
  • Great Room
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • 3 Fireplaces
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Workshop
  • Utility Room in Garage
  • Water Views
  • Home Security System

Kitchen

  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Walk-In Pantry
  • Electric Oven or Range
  • Kitchen Island
  • Solid Surface Countertops
  • Utility Sink
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Carpet
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 5 Bedrooms
  • Fireplace in Bedroom
  • Primary Bedroom Suite
  • Walk-In Closet
  • Double Vanity
  • Whirlpool Bathtub
  • Bathtub With Separate Shower Stall

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Laundry on main level
  • Washer and Gas Dryer Hookup

Attic

  • Storage In Attic
  • Walkup Attic

Finished Basement

  • Walk-Out Basement
  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Fireplace in Basement
  • 2 Bathrooms in Basement
  • 3 Bedrooms in Basement
  • Natural lighting in basement

Outdoor Features

  • Seawall
  • Docks
  • Lake Property
  • Lake, Pond or Stream
  • Balcony
  • Covered Patio or Porch

Schools

  • Rome City Elementary School
  • East Noble Middle School
  • East Noble High School

Utilities

  • Geothermal Heating and Cooling
  • Private Company Owned Well
  • Well

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 57-04-18-200-048.000-010

Community Details

Overview

  • Willows Of Tamarack Subdivision
  • RV Parking in Community

Amenities

  • Community Fire Pit

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$4,328

Year Built

Built in 2005

Lot Details

1.97 Acres

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Class: RESIDENTIAL
  • Property Sub Type: Site-Built Home
  • Waterfront: Yes
  • Year Built: 2005
  • Style: Two Story
  • Architectural Style: Craftsman
  • Bedrooms: 5
  • Total Bathrooms: 4
  • Total Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Total Number of Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Legal Description: WILLOWS OF TAMARACK LOT 6 WILLOWS OF TAMARACK LOT 5 (200-047 ALTIMUS COVE ADD STEINBARGER LAKE LOTS 28 & 29 (200-040)
  • Parcel Number ID: 57-04-18-200-048.000-010
  • Platted: Yes
  • Amenities: Alarm System-Security, Attic Storage, Attic-Walk-up, Balcony, Bar, Built-In Speaker System, Built-In Bookcase, Ceiling Fan(s), Central Vacuum System, Closet(s) Walk-in, Countertops-Solid Surf, Disposal, Dryer Hook Up Gas, Eat-In Kitchen, Firepit, Foyer Entry, Garage Door Opener, Jet Tub, Kitchen Island, Landscaped, Open Floor Plan, Pantry-Walk In, Patio Covered, Patio Open, Range/Oven Hook Up Elec, Twin Sink Vanity, Utility Sink, Wet Bar, RV Parking, Tub and Separate Shower, Tub/Shower Combination, Workshop, Main Level Bedroom Suite, Formal Dining Room, Great Room, Main Floor Laundry, Washer Hook-Up, Garage Utilities
  • Location: Lake
  • Number Below Grade Bedrooms: 3
  • Parcel Id2: 57-04-18-200-039.000-010
  • Special Features: OpenHouse
  • Stories: 2

Interior Features

  • Total Sq Ft: 4602
  • Total Finished Sq Ft: 4301
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 2301
  • Below Grade Finished Sq Ft: 2000
  • Below Grade Sq Ft: 301
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Foundation: Slab, Daylight, Full Basement, Walk-Out Basement, Finished
  • Basement Material: Poured Concrete
  • Number Of Fireplaces: 3
  • Fireplace: Family Rm, Living/Great Rm, 1st Bdrm, Electric, Basement, Three +
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Flooring: Hardwood Floors, Carpet, Tile
  • Living Great Room: Dimensions: 20x22, On Level: Main
  • Kitchen: Dimensions: 13x16, On Level: Main
  • Breakfast Room: Dimensions: 12x10, On Level: Main
  • Dining Room: Dimensions: 12x14, On Level: Main
  • Family Room: Dimensions: 22x14, On Level: Basement
  • Extra Room: Dimensions: 19x13, On Level: Basement
  • Bedroom 1: Dimensions: 16x16, On Level: Main
  • Bedroom 2: Dimensions: 10x12, On Level: Main
  • Bedroom 3: Dimensions: 12x17, On Level: Basement
  • Bedroom 4: Dimensions: 18x13, On Level: Basement
  • Bedroom 5: Dimensions: 11x14, On Level: Basement
  • Number Below Grade Bathrooms: 2
  • Number of Below Grade Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Number of Main Level Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Number of Below Grade Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Below Grade Sq Ft: 2301

Exterior Features

  • Exterior: Concrete, Shingle, Vinyl
  • Roof Material: Shingle
  • Outbuilding1: 2nd Detached Garage, Dimensions: 24x32, 672
  • Lake Type: Access to Ski Lake
  • Outbuilding2: Shed, Dimensions: 10x12, 120
  • Sea Wall Type: Rip Rap
  • Water Features: Pier/Dock
  • Water Frontage: 300
  • Water Name: Tamarack Lake

Garage/Parking

  • Driveway: Concrete
  • Garage Type: Attached
  • Garage Number Of Cars: 2
  • Garage Size: Dimensions: 28x24
  • Garage: Yes

Utilities

  • Cooling: Geothermal
  • Heating Fuel: Geothermal
  • Sewer: Regional
  • Water Utilities: Well
  • Laundry: Dimensions: Mainx8, On Level: 7
  • Water Type: Lake
  • Well Type: Private

Schools

  • Elementary School: Rome City

Lot Info

  • Lot Description: Level, Rolling, Slope, Waterfront, 0-2.9999, Lake, Water View
  • Lot Dimensions: 300 x 425
  • Estimated Lot Sq Ft: 85813
  • Estimated Lot Size Acres: 1.97

Tax Info

  • Annual Taxes: 4327.7

Multi Family

  • Water Access: Lakefront

MLS Schools

  • High School: East Noble
  • Middle School: East Noble
  • School District: East Noble Schools

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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 $3,830 $639,900 $299,600 $340,300
2024 $3,914 $590,000 $299,600 $290,400
2023 $3,914 $572,700 $288,000 $284,700
2022 $3,974 $568,300 $274,300 $294,000
2021 $3,897 $526,700 $264,000 $262,700
2020 $3,467 $454,400 $223,700 $230,700
2019 $3,480 $437,500 $213,000 $224,500
2018 $3,528 $432,600 $213,000 $219,600
2017 $3,391 $424,500 $213,000 $211,500
2016 $3,301 $424,500 $213,000 $211,500
2014 $3,813 $456,000 $234,700 $221,300
Source: Public Records

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Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
04/20/2026 04/20/26 For Sale $1,099,000 -- $256 / Sq Ft
Source: Indiana Regional MLS

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Grant Deed -- --
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Angie Racolta

Encore Sotheby's International Realty

(260) 217-4957

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Source: Indiana Regional MLS

MLS Number: 202613995

Indiana Regional MLS

APN: 570418200048000010

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