823 Bower St Elkhart, IN 46514
Bower Neighborhood
3
Beds
1.5
Baths
1,452
Sq Ft
3,049
Sq Ft Lot
Highlights
- Wood Flooring
- Covered patio or porch
- Picket Fence
- Corner Lot
- Formal Dining Room
- 3-minute walk to Weston Park
About This Home
As of August 2025***HIGHEST & BEST DEADLINE, SUNDAY, JULY 13 @ 9:00 p.m.*** Step into this delightful 3-bedroom, 1.5-bath home full of character and charm. You'll love the character of the high ceilings, wide trim & hardwood floors, and cozy, welcoming feel throughout. Main level has a bedroom & attached 1/2 bath, upstairs are 2 more bedrooms & a spacious full bathroom with tub/shower. Enjoy warm summer evenings on the large covered front porch or unwind in the private backyard—perfect for relaxing or entertaining. The corner lot features a white picket fence that adds to the home's classic curb appeal. A 1-car attached garage adds convenience, making this home as practical as it is charming. HVAC is 2 years new!
Last Agent to Sell the Property
McKinnies Realty, LLC Elkhart Brokerage Phone: 574-993-6364 Listed on: 07/11/2025
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $1,146
Year Built
- Built in 1928
Lot Details
- 3,049 Sq Ft Lot
- Lot Dimensions are 33 x 92
- Picket Fence
- Privacy Fence
- Landscaped
- Corner Lot
- Level Lot
Parking
- 1 Car Attached Garage
- Off-Street Parking
Home Design
- Brick Exterior Construction
- Shingle Roof
- Asphalt Roof
- Vinyl Construction Material
Interior Spaces
- 1-Story Property
- Ceiling height of 9 feet or more
- Ceiling Fan
- Formal Dining Room
- Storm Doors
- Gas And Electric Dryer Hookup
Kitchen
- Laminate Countertops
- Utility Sink
Flooring
- Wood
- Carpet
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms
- Split Bedroom Floorplan
- Bathtub with Shower
Unfinished Basement
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
- Block Basement Construction
Schools
- Mary Beck Elementary School
- West Side Middle School
- Elkhart High School
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- Heating System Uses Gas
Additional Features
- Covered patio or porch
- Suburban Location
Listing and Financial Details
- Assessor Parcel Number 20-06-06-428-001.000-012
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Apr 29, 2018
Closed on
Jun 18, 2018
Sold by
Houghton Kelsey E
Bought by
Oakes Samantha and Martin Austin C
Seller's Agent
Amy Mishler
SUNRISE Realty
Buyer's Agent
Valerie Williams
Milestone Realty, LLC
List Price
$104,000
Sold Price
$96,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$8,000
-7.69%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
7.21%
Original Mortgage
$0
Interest Rate
4.5%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Listed on
Apr 29, 2018
Closed on
Jun 15, 2018
Sold by
Houghton Kelsey E
Bought by
Oakes Samantha and Martin Austin C
Seller's Agent
Amy Mishler
SUNRISE Realty
Buyer's Agent
Valerie Williams
Milestone Realty, LLC
List Price
$104,000
Sold Price
$96,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$8,000
-7.69%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$0
Interest Rate
4.5%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Listed on
Oct 21, 2015
Closed on
Mar 22, 2016
Sold by
Merrick Alisha L
Bought by
Houghton Kelsey E
Seller's Agent
Rosalie Chevalier
RE/MAX Results-Goshen
Buyer's Agent
David Singell
Myers Trust Real Estate
List Price
$86,900
Sold Price
$79,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$7,900
-9.09%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
9.35%
Original Mortgage
$77,569
Interest Rate
4.5%
Mortgage Type
FHA
Purchase Details
Closed on
Oct 17, 2007
Sold by
Household Finance Corp Iii
Bought by
Merrick Alisha L
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$57,000
Interest Rate
6.33%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Purchase Details
Closed on
Aug 29, 2007
Sold by
Barton Bonnie L
Bought by
Household Finance Corp Iii
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$57,000
Interest Rate
6.33%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Warranty Deed | -- | New Title Company Name | |
| Warranty Deed | -- | New Title Company Name | |
| Warranty Deed | -- | Metropolitan Title | |
| Special Warranty Deed | -- | Reo Title Services Llc | |
| Sheriffs Deed | $78,983 | None Available |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Closed | $0 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $77,569 | FHA | |
| Previous Owner | $57,000 | Purchase Money Mortgage |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08/04/2025 08/04/25 | Sold | $149,000 | +2.8% | $103 / Sq Ft |
| 07/14/2025 07/14/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 07/11/2025 07/11/25 | For Sale | $145,000 | +51.0% | $100 / Sq Ft |
| 06/15/2018 06/15/18 | Sold | $96,000 | -7.7% | $43 / Sq Ft |
| 04/30/2018 04/30/18 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 04/29/2018 04/29/18 | For Sale | $104,000 | +31.6% | $46 / Sq Ft |
| 04/11/2016 04/11/16 | Sold | $79,000 | -9.1% | $54 / Sq Ft |
| 03/08/2016 03/08/16 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 10/21/2015 10/21/15 | For Sale | $86,900 | -- | $60 / Sq Ft |
Source: Indiana Regional MLS
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 | $1,077 | $112,200 | $10,500 | $101,700 |
| 2022 | $792 | $104,700 | $10,500 | $94,200 |
| 2021 | $912 | $91,200 | $10,500 | $80,700 |
| 2020 | $807 | $84,900 | $10,500 | $74,400 |
| 2019 | $643 | $77,500 | $10,500 | $67,000 |
| 2018 | $590 | $74,000 | $10,500 | $63,500 |
| 2017 | $580 | $70,500 | $10,500 | $60,000 |
| 2016 | $452 | $57,600 | $10,500 | $47,100 |
| 2014 | $418 | $55,600 | $10,500 | $45,100 |
| 2013 | $419 | $54,100 | $10,500 | $43,600 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Seller's Agent in 2025
Shelly Mobus
McKinnies Realty, LLC Elkhart
(574) 993-6364
5 in this area
276 Total Sales
-
M
Buyer's Agent in 2025
Mateo Hernandez
Keller Williams Realty Group
(574) 271-3440
1 in this area
2 Total Sales
-
Seller's Agent in 2018
Amy Mishler
SUNRISE Realty
(574) 215-5657
2 in this area
136 Total Sales
-
Buyer's Agent in 2018
Valerie Williams
Milestone Realty, LLC
(574) 849-4081
3 in this area
177 Total Sales
-
Seller's Agent in 2016
Rosalie Chevalier
RE/MAX
(574) 361-3360
2 in this area
157 Total Sales
-
Buyer's Agent in 2016
David Singell
Myers Trust Real Estate
(574) 536-1191
159 Total Sales
Map
Source: Indiana Regional MLS
MLS Number: 202527048
APN: 20-06-06-428-001.000-012
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