$201,000
SOLD JUN 24, 2025
2 Beds
1 Bath
1,028 Sq Ft
0.3 Acres

Recently Sold

$196 Per Sq Ft

6% Above List Price

2 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Wood Flooring
  • Neighborhood Views
  • Front Porch
  • No HOA
  • 2 Car Detached Garage
  • Living Room

About This Home

As of June 2025

Welcome to 8208 Taft Street, a beautifully cared-for 2-bedroom, 1-bath home offering comfort, convenience, and character in the heart of Merrillville. This charming property features gleaming hardwood floors, a large, fully fenced yard, and a full unfinished basement ready for your personal touch--ideal for storage, a workshop, or future expansion.Step outside to enjoy the detached 2-car garage, perfect for vehicles and extra space for tools or hobbies. The location is a commuter's dream with easy access to local expressways, while being just minutes away from shopping, dining, and other everyday conveniences.Whether you're a first-time buyer, downsizing, or investing, this solid, well-maintained home is a must-see. Schedule your tour today and imagine the possibilities!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Nicole Milford

Compass Indiana, LLC License #RB14052457 Listed on: 05/29/2025

Compass Indiana, LLC

Last Buyer's Agent

Nadine Philips

Coldwell Banker Real Estate Gr License #RB14039106

Coldwell Banker Real Estate Gr

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $1,687

Year Built

  • Built in 1940

Parking

  • 2 Car Detached Garage

Interior Spaces

  • 1,028 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Living Room
  • Wood Flooring
  • Neighborhood Views
  • Microwave
  • Basement

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 1 Full Bathroom

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Schools

  • Merrillville High School

Additional Features

  • Front Porch
  • 0.3 Acre Lot
  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Independence Hill 3Rd Add Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 451220332021000030

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$1,687

Year Built

Built in 1940

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Year Built: 1940
  • Reso Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • ResoLotFeatures: Back Yard, Few Trees
  • ResoPoolFeatures: None
  • Reso View: Neighborhood
  • Co List Office Mls Id: NRA2205
  • Subdivision Name: Independence Hill 3rd Add
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 1028
  • Garage Yn: Yes
  • Unit Levels: One
  • New Construction: No
  • Property Attached Yn: No
  • AuctionYN: No
  • AccessibilityFeaturesYN: No
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Dryer, Microwave, Washer, Refrigerator, Range
  • Interior Amenities: Entrance Foyer
  • Basement: Unfinished
  • Flooring: Hardwood
  • Basement YN: Yes
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 2

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: Private Yard
  • Acres: 0.303
  • Waterfront: No
  • Patio And Porch Features: Front Porch

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Parking Features: Detached, On Street, Driveway

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Heating: Forced Air
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association: No

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 13199
  • Additional Parcels: No
  • Parcel #: 451220332021000030

Tax Info

  • Year: 2024
  • Tax Annual Amount: 1686.56

MLS Schools

  • HighSchool: Merrillville High School

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
May 29, 2025
Closed on
Jun 24, 2025
Sold by
Lewis Robert
Bought by
Panozzo Anthony Joseph
Seller's Agent
Nicole Milford
Compass Indiana, LLC
Buyer's Agent
Nadine Philips
Coldwell Banker Real Estate Gr
List Price
$189,900
Sold Price
$201,000
Premium/Discount to List
$11,100
5.85%
Views
42

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
22.10%
Original Mortgage
$194,970
Outstanding Balance
$194,970
Interest Rate
6.81%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$13,384

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 30, 2020
Sold by
Smith David A and Smith Elizabeth G
Bought by
Lewis Robert

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$162,652
Interest Rate
2.9%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

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Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed -- Fidelity National Title
Warranty Deed -- Northwest Indiana Title
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $194,970 New Conventional
Previous Owner $162,652 New Conventional
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
06/24/2025 06/24/25 Sold $201,000 +5.8% $196 / Sq Ft
05/29/2025 05/29/25 For Sale $189,900 -- $185 / 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 $3,447 $149,900 $29,200 $120,700
2023 $1,196 $147,100 $28,100 $119,000
2022 $1,196 $133,100 $24,600 $108,500
2021 $1,076 $123,800 $24,600 $99,200
2020 $827 $110,800 $23,400 $87,400
2019 $1,177 $110,800 $23,400 $87,400
2018 $1,234 $111,300 $23,400 $87,900
2017 $1,198 $110,800 $23,400 $87,400
2016 $1,193 $110,400 $22,600 $87,800
2014 $815 $108,600 $22,300 $86,300
2013 $864 $109,600 $24,000 $85,600
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Northwest Indiana Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 821631

Northwest Indiana Association of REALTORS®

APN: 45-12-20-332-021.000-030