NOT LISTED FOR SALE

8416 Taft St Merrillville, IN 46410

West Merrillville Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $180,000 - $233,000

3 Beds
1 Bath
1,217 Sq Ft
$172/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold October 01, 2014

Last sale price $99,900 $82 Per Sq Ft

Est. 109% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $1,369/month

169 Days on Market

Highlights

  • No HOA
  • Patio
  • Landscaped
  • 3.5 Car Detached Garage
  • 1-Story Property
  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System

About This Home

As of October 2014

This one is READY to go... Ceramic and Granite in the kitchen. VERY NICE Ceramic back Splash. Stainless Steel Dishwasher,Refrigerator,Microwave and Stove. Hardwood Floors have been refinished. Partially finished Basement With Ceramic Flooring,Sheet Rock walls and ceiling and recessed lighting,a possible bedroom and a 1/4 bathroom and a rec area. The interior and the exterior of the whole house has been freshly painted. A LARGE 31/2 car garage. Large yard.... A MUST SEE..

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Craig Welsh

Platinum Realty Group License #RB14044365 Listed on: 04/15/2014

Platinum Realty Group

Last Buyer's Agent

Non-Member Agent

Non-Member MLS Office

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $2,231

Year Built

  • Built in 1940

Lot Details

  • 0.31 Acre Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 75x178
  • Fenced
  • Landscaped

Parking

  • 3.5 Car Detached Garage
  • Garage Door Opener

Interior Spaces

  • 1,217 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Basement

Kitchen

  • Gas Range
  • Range Hood
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 1 Full Bathroom

Outdoor Features

  • Patio

Utilities

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

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Independence Hill Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 451220381029000030

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$2,231

Year Built

Built in 1940

Lot Details

0

Parking

3

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Year Built: 1940
  • Reso Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • ResoLotFeatures: Landscaped, Paved
  • Road Surface Type: Paved
  • Co List Office Mls Id: NRA2310
  • Subdivision Name: Independence Hill
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 1217
  • Architectural Style: Bungalow
  • Garage Yn: Yes
  • Unit Levels: One
  • Property Attached Yn: No
  • AuctionYN: No
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Microwave, Gas Range
  • Interior Amenities: Primary Downstairs
  • Basement: Interior Entry
  • Basement YN: Yes
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • ResoLivingAreaSource: Assessor

Exterior Features

  • Fencing: Fenced
  • Acres: 0.306
  • Construction Type: Wood Siding
  • Patio And Porch Features: Patio

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 3.5
  • Parking Features: Detached, Garage Door Opener

Utilities

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

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association: No

Schools

  • Junior High Dist: Merrillville

Lot Info

  • Lot Dimensions: 75x178
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 13329
  • Parcel #: 451220381029000030

Tax Info

  • Year: 2013
  • Tax Annual Amount: 2231

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Apr 15, 2014
Closed on
Oct 1, 2014
Sold by
Wittig Joe
Bought by
Williams Lubbie J
Seller's Agent
Craig Welsh
Platinum Realty Group
Buyer's Agent
Non-Member Agent
Non-Member MLS Office
List Price
$99,900
Sold Price
$99,900
Current Estimated Value
$209,286

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$109,386
Avg. Annual Appreciation
7.19%
Original Mortgage
$98,090
Interest Rate
4.09%
Mortgage Type
FHA

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 18, 2005
Sold by
Kerusso Konstruction Kompany Llc
Bought by
Wittig Joe

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 27, 2004
Sold by
U S Bank Na
Bought by
Kerusso Konstruction Kompany

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 5, 2004
Sold by
Knight Moman Wayne and Gloyd Dawn Marie
Bought by
U S Bank Na and Csfb Abs Trust Series 2001-He22
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
Williams Lubbie J -- Community Title Co
Wittig Joe -- --
Wittig Joe -- --
Kerusso Konstruction Kompany -- Security Title Services
U S Bank Na $81,894 Security Title Services
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Williams Lubbie J $119,047
Closed Williams Lubbie J $2,339
Closed Williams Lubbie J $97,507
Closed Williams Lubbie J $98,090
Previous Owner Wittig Joe $58,000
Previous Owner Wittig Joe $58,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
10/01/2014 10/01/14 Sold $99,900 0.0% $82 / Sq Ft
10/01/2014 10/01/14 Pending -- -- --
04/15/2014 04/15/14 For Sale $99,900 -- $82 / 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 $2,753 $119,900 $29,200 $90,700
2023 $815 $117,500 $28,100 $89,400
2022 $766 $106,000 $24,600 $81,400
2021 $688 $100,000 $24,600 $75,400
2020 $617 $95,300 $23,400 $71,900
2019 $942 $95,300 $23,400 $71,900
2018 $985 $95,700 $23,400 $72,300
2017 $953 $95,300 $23,400 $71,900
2016 $955 $95,000 $22,600 $72,400
2014 $562 $90,300 $22,300 $68,000
2013 $2,023 $91,300 $24,000 $67,300
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • C

    Seller's Agent in 2014

    Craig Welsh

    Platinum Realty Group

    (219) 713-4641

    64 Total Sales

    Craig Welsh
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  • N

    Buyer's Agent in 2014

    Non-Member Agent

    Non-Member MLS Office

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Map

Source: Northwest Indiana Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 347857

Northwest Indiana Association of REALTORS®

APN: 45-12-20-381-029.000-030

Indiana Lake County Merrillville 46410 West Merrillville

8416 Taft St, Merrillville, IN

This home is located at 8416 Taft St, Merrillville, IN 46410 since 15 April 2014 and is currently estimated at $209,286, approximately $171 per square foot. This property was built in 1940. 8416 Taft St is a home located in Lake County with nearby schools including Jonas E. Salk Elementary School, Merrillville Intermediate School, and Pierce Middle School.

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