Seller's Agent in 2019
Michael Bill Smith
@properties/Christie's Intl RE
(219) 921-9227
21 in this area
24 Total Sales
8 Valerie Rd Portage, IN 46368
Estimated Value: $529,000 - $639,000
4
Beds
3
Baths
3,085
Sq Ft
$192/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- Deck
- Sun or Florida Room
- Formal Dining Room
- Recreation Room
- Covered Patio or Porch
- 2 Car Attached Garage
About This Home
As of November 2019GREAT LOCATION! MOVE-IN READY! This spacious, beautifully renovated 2 Story home with full basement & over-sized 2 car garage sets tucked away on a quiet street in the beachfront community of Ogden Dunes. Just a short walk to town Parks, the Indiana Dunes National Lakeshore; Lake Michigan beach is within walking distance. With over 3,000 Finished Sq Ft, the space plan flows wonderfully from room to room. Featuring Fabulously Remodeled Eat-In Kitchen with Modern white cabinetry, oak countertops with white Subway Tile backsplash, designer porcelain tile floor, Stainless Steel appliances, apron sink & chef's faucet, plus great lighting; Airy Sunroom has Cathedral wood Ceiling with Skylights & 3 Window Walls; Large Main Bedroom En Suite with Balcony; 3 Exquisitely Designed Bathrooms; New 2nd Floor Laundry Room; and New Roofing 2017. Many town amenities: beach access-ways, tennis & basketball courts, soccer fields, parks & playgrounds; police, fire & street departments. 2 marinas nearby.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
@properties/Christie's Intl RE License #RB15000207 Listed on: 05/01/2019
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $3,433
Year Built
- Built in 1979
Lot Details
- 0.34 Acre Lot
- Lot Dimensions are 100 x 150
- Landscaped
- Level Lot
Parking
- 2 Car Attached Garage
- Garage Door Opener
Home Design
- Brick Exterior Construction
- Clapboard
Interior Spaces
- 3,085 Sq Ft Home
- 2-Story Property
- Living Room
- Formal Dining Room
- Recreation Room
- Sun or Florida Room
- Keeping Room with Fireplace
- Basement
Kitchen
- Portable Gas Range
- Range Hood
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 4 Bedrooms
- En-Suite Primary Bedroom
- Bathroom on Main Level
Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Dryer
- Washer
Outdoor Features
- Deck
- Covered Patio or Porch
- Outdoor Storage
Utilities
- Cooling Available
- Furnace Humidifier
- Forced Air Heating System
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
- Septic System
- Cable TV Available
Community Details
- Ogden Dunes 6Th Sub Subdivision
- Net Lease
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 640235103014000017
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Closed on
Oct 29, 2020
Sold by
Wright Stephen M
Bought by
Wright Stephen M and Wilson Denise A
Current Estimated Value
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$354,009
Outstanding Balance
$315,736
Interest Rate
2.8%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$277,763
Purchase Details
Listed on
May 1, 2019
Closed on
Nov 4, 2019
Sold by
Leahy Sean G and Leahy Andrea
Bought by
Wright Stephen M
Seller's Agent
Michael Bill Smith
@properties/Christie's Intl RE
List Price
$389,500
Sold Price
$389,500
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
7.50%
Original Mortgage
$350,650
Interest Rate
3.6%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Listed on
Jul 19, 2015
Closed on
Sep 30, 2015
Sold by
Hewitt C Edward and Hewitt Patricia L
Bought by
Leahy Sean G and Leahy Andrea
Seller's Agent
Theodore Lelek
@properties/Christie's Intl RE
List Price
$324,900
Sold Price
$324,900
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
4.52%
Original Mortgage
$259,920
Interest Rate
3.5%
Mortgage Type
Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wright Stephen M | -- | None Available | |
| Wright Stephen M | -- | Chicago Title Insurance Co | |
| Leahy Sean G | -- | Chicago Title Insurance Co |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | Wright Stephen M | $354,009 | |
| Closed | Wright Stephen M | $350,650 | |
| Previous Owner | Leahy Sean G | $259,920 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11/04/2019 11/04/19 | Sold | $389,500 | 0.0% | $126 / Sq Ft |
| 11/04/2019 11/04/19 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 05/01/2019 05/01/19 | For Sale | $389,500 | +19.9% | $126 / Sq Ft |
| 09/30/2015 09/30/15 | Sold | $324,900 | 0.0% | $106 / Sq Ft |
| 09/11/2015 09/11/15 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 07/19/2015 07/19/15 | For Sale | $324,900 | -- | $106 / Sq Ft |
Source: Northwest Indiana Association of REALTORS®
Tax History Compared to Growth
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 | $4,831 | $512,500 | $132,000 | $380,500 |
| 2023 | $4,979 | $498,200 | $126,000 | $372,200 |
| 2022 | $4,979 | $495,900 | $126,000 | $369,900 |
| 2021 | $4,323 | $430,300 | $126,000 | $304,300 |
| 2020 | $4,060 | $404,000 | $120,000 | $284,000 |
| 2019 | $3,636 | $361,600 | $120,000 | $241,600 |
| 2018 | $3,567 | $354,700 | $120,000 | $234,700 |
| 2017 | $3,433 | $349,700 | $120,000 | $229,700 |
| 2016 | $3,537 | $351,700 | $119,800 | $231,900 |
| 2014 | $3,065 | $304,500 | $102,300 | $202,200 |
| 2013 | -- | $294,300 | $104,400 | $189,900 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Michael Bill Smith
-
Theodore Lelek
Seller's Agent in 2015
Theodore Lelek
@properties/Christie's Intl RE
(219) 762-9194
51 in this area
65 Total Sales
Map
Source: Northwest Indiana Association of REALTORS®
MLS Number: GNR453934
APN: 64-02-35-103-014.000-017
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