NOT LISTED FOR SALE

8541 Buchanan St Merrillville, IN 46410

Central Merrillville Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $239,000 - $303,000

3 Beds
2 Baths
1,378 Sq Ft
$195/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold June 15, 2023

Last sale price $248,800 $181 Per Sq Ft

Est. 8% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $1,827/month

2 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Country Kitchen
  • 1-Story Property
  • Carpet
  • 2 Car Attached Garage
  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System

About This Home

As of June 2023

NEXT UP...this 3 bed, 2 FULL BATH, ranch home is making its way back on the market!! With a full, main bedroom ensuite(WALK-IN CLOSET), Cathedral LR ceiling, dining area, and extra nook in the kitchen, what's not to love. The 2-car attached garage gives you ample space to park your car and store the lawnmower for the OVER 1/4 ACRE LOT. The huge backyard has endless possibilities for fun with room for a pool, trampoline, hot tub, and of course...the bean bag boards! Who's ready for a summertime BBQ!!!!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Joshua Lain

Century 21 Circle License #RB16000510 Listed on: 05/22/2023

Century 21 Circle

Co-Listed By

Roger Lain

Century 21 Circle License #RB14031708

Last Buyer's Agent

Debbie Kane

McColly Real Estate License #RB17001440

McColly Real Estate

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $3,042

Year Built

  • Built in 1996

Lot Details

  • 0.28 Acre Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 75'x163'

Parking

  • 2 Car Attached Garage

Home Design

  • Brick Foundation

Interior Spaces

  • 1,378 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property

Kitchen

  • Country Kitchen
  • Gas Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher

Flooring

  • Carpet
  • Vinyl

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Full Bathrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry on main level
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Schools

  • Pierce Middle School
  • Merrillville High School

Utilities

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

Community Details

  • Property has a Home Owners Association
  • Sedona Property Owners Association, Phone Number (219) 880-3573
  • Sedona Add #1 Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 451228104004000030

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$3,042

Year Built

Built in 1996

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Year Built: 1996
  • Reso Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • ResoLaundryFeatures: Main Level
  • ResoLotFeatures: Level, Paved
  • Road Surface Type: Paved
  • Co List Office Mls Id: NRA1016
  • Co List Office Mls Id: NRA1016
  • Subdivision Name: Sedona Add #1
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 1378
  • Architectural Style: Bungalow
  • Garage Yn: Yes
  • Unit Levels: One
  • Reso Other Structures: Shed(s)
  • Property Attached Yn: No
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Gas Range, Microwave, Other, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Interior Amenities: Cathedral Ceiling(s), Country Kitchen, Primary Downstairs, Vaulted Ceiling(s)
  • Flooring: Carpet, Vinyl
  • Basement YN: No
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • ResoLivingAreaSource: Assessor

Exterior Features

  • Acres: 0.281
  • Construction Type: Brick, Vinyl Siding
  • Foundation Details: Slab

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Parking Features: Attached

Utilities

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

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Community Features: Curbs, Sidewalks
  • Association Fee: 80
  • Association Name: Sedona Property Owners Association
  • Phone: 219-880-3573
  • Association: Yes

Schools

  • Junior High Dist: Merrillville
  • Middle Or Junior School: Pierce Middle School

Lot Info

  • Lot Dimensions: 75'x163'
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 12240
  • Parcel #: 451228104004000030

Tax Info

  • Year: 2021
  • Tax Annual Amount: 3042

MLS Schools

  • HighSchool: Merrillville High School

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
May 22, 2023
Closed on
Jun 14, 2023
Sold by
Jva Four Llc
Bought by
Aponte Benjamin
Seller's Agent
Joshua Lain
Century 21 Circle
Buyer's Agent
Debbie Kane
McColly Real Estate
List Price
$243,541
Sold Price
$248,800
Premium/Discount to List
$5,259
2.16%
Current Estimated Value
$268,560

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$19,760
Avg. Annual Appreciation
3.49%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 9, 2017
Sold by
Jva Il Llc
Bought by
Jva Four Llc

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$12,128,500
Interest Rate
4.6%
Mortgage Type
Commercial

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 7, 2017
Sold by
Ah4r-Il Llc
Bought by
Jva Il Llc

Purchase Details

Listed on
Oct 3, 2012
Closed on
Nov 8, 2012
Sold by
Flagstar Bank Fsb
Bought by
Ah4r Il Llc
Seller's Agent
John Sandridge
Eagle Pro Realty
Buyer's Agent
Tiffany Dodd
Dodd Realty Group, Inc.
List Price
$109,000
Sold Price
$109,000

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
7.32%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 7, 2012
Sold by
Long Assilene E and Mortgage Electronic Registrati
Bought by
Flagstar Bank Fsb
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
Aponte Benjamin $248,800 Acuity Title
Jva Four Llc -- None Available
Jva Il Llc -- Fidelity National Title
Ah4r Il Llc -- None Available
Flagstar Bank Fsb $126,500 None Available
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Previous Owner Jva Four Llc $12,128,500
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
06/15/2023 06/15/23 Sold $248,800 +2.2% $181 / Sq Ft
05/24/2023 05/24/23 Pending -- -- --
05/22/2023 05/22/23 For Sale $243,541 0.0% $177 / Sq Ft
08/13/2016 08/13/16 Rented $1,495 0.0% --
07/29/2016 07/29/16 Under Contract -- -- --
07/28/2016 07/28/16 Off Market $1,495 -- --
07/11/2016 07/11/16 Price Changed $1,495 -3.5% $1 / Sq Ft
06/30/2016 06/30/16 For Rent $1,550 0.0% --
12/04/2012 12/04/12 Sold $109,000 0.0% $79 / Sq Ft
10/25/2012 10/25/12 Pending -- -- --
10/03/2012 10/03/12 For Sale $109,000 -- $79 / 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 $4,503 $213,500 $52,600 $160,900
2023 $3,412 $192,200 $51,000 $141,200
2022 $3,412 $170,600 $44,000 $126,600
2021 $3,042 $152,100 $41,100 $111,000
2020 $2,838 $141,900 $38,500 $103,400
2019 $3,213 $139,200 $37,700 $101,500
2018 $3,287 $133,500 $37,700 $95,800
2017 $3,278 $133,100 $37,700 $95,400
2016 $3,207 $134,600 $36,300 $98,300
2014 $2,852 $134,200 $35,600 $98,600
2013 $3,037 $137,100 $38,300 $98,800
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Joshua Lain

    Seller's Agent in 2023

    Joshua Lain

    Century 21 Circle

    (219) 718-8155

    1 in this area

    44 Total Sales

    Joshua Lain
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  • Roger Lain

    Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2023

    Roger Lain

    Century 21 Circle

    (219) 796-6794

    1 in this area

    57 Total Sales

    Roger Lain
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  • Debbie Kane

    Buyer's Agent in 2023

    Debbie Kane

    McColly Real Estate

    (219) 671-7161

    3 in this area

    47 Total Sales

    Debbie Kane
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  • S

    Seller's Agent in 2016

    Scott Lindemann

    American Homes 4 Rent Management

  • N

    Buyer's Agent in 2016

    Non Member

    NON MEMBER

  • John Sandridge

    Seller's Agent in 2012

    John Sandridge

    Eagle Pro Realty

    (219) 712-7271

    1 in this area

    133 Total Sales

    John Sandridge
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Map

Source: Northwest Indiana Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 530635

Northwest Indiana Association of REALTORS®

APN: 45-12-28-104-004.000-030

Indiana Lake County Merrillville 46410 Central Merrillville

8541 Buchanan St, Merrillville, IN

This home is located at 8541 Buchanan St, Merrillville, IN 46410 since 22 May 2023 and is currently estimated at $268,560, approximately $194 per square foot. This property was built in 1996. 8541 Buchanan St 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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