NOT LISTED FOR SALE

786 W 70th Place Merrillville, IN 46410

Turkey Creek Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $168,000 - $302,000

4 Beds
2 Baths
1,878 Sq Ft
$132/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold October 21, 2020

Last sale price $200,000 $106 Per Sq Ft

Est. 24% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $1,797/month

19 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Wood Flooring
  • 1.5 Car Detached Garage
  • 1-Story Property
  • No HOA
  • Country Kitchen
  • 1-minute walk to John A. Stefek Park

About This Home

As of October 2020

This ranch-style home is refreshingly different! Refinished hardwood floors are throughout the main level. Open-concept living room, kitchen, and dining area. The kitchen features new soft-close cabinetry, granite counters, and bar overhang for additional seating. All appliances are included. The main bath has been fully updated. The basement contains a comfortable family room, as well as a 4th bedroom complete with full bath and walk-in closet (yes, there is an egress window!) New windows are throughout this home. In addition, you now have a brand-new garage! You will appreciate the quality workmanship of this renovation.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Michelle Cowling

@properties/Christie's Intl RE License #RB14039517 Listed on: 07/23/2020

@properties/Christie's Intl RE

Last Buyer's Agent

Donald Deerwester III

McCormick Real Estate, Inc. License #RB16000018

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $578

Year Built

  • Built in 1963

Lot Details

  • 6,447 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 55 x 117
  • Landscaped

Parking

  • 1.5 Car Detached Garage

Interior Spaces

  • 1-Story Property
  • Basement

Kitchen

  • Country Kitchen
  • Gas Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Carpet
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 2 Full Bathrooms

Utilities

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

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Turkey Creek Meadows 06 Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 451216204011000030

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$578

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, Paved
  • Road Surface Type: Paved
  • Co List Office Mls Id: NRA2041
  • Subdivision Name: Turkey Creek Meadows 06
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 1064
  • Architectural Style: Bungalow
  • Garage Yn: Yes
  • Unit Levels: One
  • Property Attached Yn: No
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Gas Range, Microwave, Refrigerator
  • Interior Amenities: Country Kitchen, Primary Downstairs
  • Basement: Interior Entry, Sump Pump
  • Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood, Tile
  • Basement YN: Yes
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Below Grade Sq Ft: 814
  • ResoLivingAreaSource: Assessor

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: None
  • Acres: 0.148
  • Construction Type: Aluminum Siding, Vinyl Siding

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 1.5
  • Parking Features: Detached

Utilities

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

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association: No

Lot Info

  • Lot Dimensions: 55 x 117
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 6447
  • Parcel #: 451216204011000030

Tax Info

  • Year: 2019
  • Tax Annual Amount: 578

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jul 23, 2020
Closed on
Oct 20, 2020
Sold by
Gmk Homes Llc
Bought by
Wheeler Minuyard
Seller's Agent
Michelle Cowling
@properties/Christie's Intl RE
Buyer's Agent
Donald Deerwester III
McCormick Real Estate, Inc.
List Price
$200,000
Sold Price
$200,000
Current Estimated Value
$248,491

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$48,491
Avg. Annual Appreciation
4.45%
Original Mortgage
$196,377
Outstanding Balance
$174,348
Interest Rate
2.8%
Mortgage Type
FHA
Estimated Equity
$74,143

Purchase Details

Listed on
Feb 15, 2020
Closed on
Mar 6, 2020
Sold by
Roszkowski Carol
Bought by
Gmk Homes Llc
Seller's Agent
Trish Pietrzak
Century 21 Circle
Buyer's Agent
Michelle Cowling
@properties/Christie's Intl RE
List Price
$95,000
Sold Price
$95,000

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
225.98%
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
Wheeler Minuyard -- Chicago Title Ins Co
Gmk Homes Llc -- Northwest Indiana Title
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Wheeler Minuyard $196,377
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
10/21/2020 10/21/20 Sold $200,000 0.0% $106 / Sq Ft
08/11/2020 08/11/20 Pending -- -- --
07/23/2020 07/23/20 For Sale $200,000 +110.5% $106 / Sq Ft
03/06/2020 03/06/20 Sold $95,000 0.0% $89 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
02/21/2020 02/21/20 Pending -- -- --
02/15/2020 02/15/20 For Sale $95,000 -- $89 / 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 $5,731 $244,900 $29,900 $215,000
2023 $2,304 $244,600 $29,000 $215,600
2022 $2,183 $218,300 $24,800 $193,500
2021 $1,896 $189,600 $23,200 $166,400
2020 $252 $89,800 $22,500 $67,300
2019 $578 $89,800 $22,500 $67,300
2018 $553 $88,600 $22,500 $66,100
2017 $580 $88,000 $22,500 $65,500
2016 $575 $87,600 $21,600 $66,000
2014 $279 $84,400 $21,000 $63,400
2013 $369 $89,800 $22,300 $67,500
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Michelle Cowling

    Seller's Agent in 2020

    Michelle Cowling

    @ Properties

    (219) 306-0573

    3 in this area

    93 Total Sales

    Michelle Cowling
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    Seller's Agent in 2020

    Trish Pietrzak

    Century 21 Circle

    31 Total Sales

    Trish Pietrzak
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  • Donald Deerwester III

    Buyer's Agent in 2020

    Donald Deerwester III

    McCormick Real Estate, Inc.

    (219) 669-0418

    1 in this area

    31 Total Sales

    Donald Deerwester III
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Map

Source: Northwest Indiana Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 478269

Northwest Indiana Association of REALTORS®

APN: 45-12-16-204-011.000-030

Indiana Lake County Merrillville 46410 Turkey Creek

786 W 70th Place, Merrillville, IN

This home is located at 786 W 70th Place, Merrillville, IN 46410 since 23 July 2020 and is currently estimated at $248,491, approximately $132 per square foot. This property was built in 1963. 786 W 70th Place 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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