$230,000
SOLD OCT 29, 2024

856 Whiffletree Dr Unit 4 Chesterton, IN 46304

2 Beds
2 Baths
1,096 Sq Ft
$143/mo HOA Fee

Recently Sold

$210 Per Sq Ft

2% Above List Price

3 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Deck
  • Wood Flooring
  • Patio
  • Brummitt Elementary School Rated A
  • Front Porch
  • Community Playground

About This Home

As of October 2024

Perfectly appointed with location, efficiency and comfort in mind. This 2 bedroom, 2 bath condo with 2+ detached car garage, fenced in yard and deck is a charmer. Open common space plan with split design for bedrooms and baths. Hardwood flooring throughout the entrance, living rm. dining and kitchen, which steps off onto the adjacent maintenance free deck overlooking the beautifully landscaped backyard and patio. Vaulted ceilings with a natural monochromatic tone run through the home transitioning both the public and private spaces seamlessly. Stainless steel appliances are included as well as the stackable washer and dryer. The primary suite is generous in size with attached dual sink vanity, closeted toilet, tub and walk-in closet. The 2nd bedroom faces the front with large windows and closet, currently used as a tv/guest room. Both bathrooms have ceramic tile flooring with large windows that allow for streams of natural light. This end unit faces the neighborhood playground. The sidewalks throughout the subdivision make it possible to walk to nearby medical facilities, shopping, workout facilities and is within a moments' drive to our beautiful Lake Michigan shoreline beaches and parks, Dunes Park Rail Station, highways and trails.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Patty Raffin

McColly Real Estate License #RB14038965 Listed on: 07/23/2024

McColly Real Estate

Last Buyer's Agent

Elizabeth Garcia

Blackrock Real Estate Services License #RB22000045

Property Details

Home Type

  • Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $1,458

Year Built

  • Built in 2002

Lot Details

  • Vinyl Fence
  • Back Yard Fenced

HOA Fees

  • $143 Monthly HOA Fees

Parking

  • 2 Car Garage
  • Garage Door Opener
  • Secured Garage or Parking
  • Off-Street Parking

Interior Spaces

  • 1-Story Property
  • Heatilator
  • Circulating Fireplace
  • Gas Fireplace
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Dining Room

Kitchen

  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Carpet

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Bedrooms

Outdoor Features

  • Deck
  • Patio
  • Front Porch

Schools

  • Brummit Elementary School
  • Westchester Intermediate
  • Chesterton High School

Utilities

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

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 64-04-31-258-009.000-023

Community Details

Overview

  • Olde Towne Property Owners Association, Phone Number (219) 464-3536
  • Built by Vic Roberts
  • Towne Commons Condos Subdivision

Recreation

  • Community Playground

Property Details

Home Type

Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

$1,458

Year Built

Built in 2002

Lot Details

0

HOA Fees

$143 per month

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Year Built: 2002
  • Road Frontage Type: City Street
  • Road Surface Type: Paved
  • Co List Office Mls Id: NRA266
  • Subdivision Name: Towne Commons Condos
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 1096
  • Garage Yn: Yes
  • Unit Levels: One
  • New Construction: No
  • Financial Info Electric: 200+ Amp Service, Circuit Breakers
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Condos

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Built-In Gas Range, Self Cleaning Oven, Washer/Dryer Stacked, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Microwave, Gas Water Heater, Dishwasher, Free-Standing Refrigerator, Down Draft
  • Interior Amenities: Ceiling Fan(s), Track Lighting, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Open Floorplan, Laminate Counters, Eat-in Kitchen
  • Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood, Ceramic Tile
  • Basement YN: No
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Three Quarter Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 2
  • Fireplace Features: Circulating, Gas, Living Room, Heatilator
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • ResoLivingAreaSource: Assessor

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: Playground, Private Yard
  • Fencing: Back Yard, Vinyl
  • Acres: 0.038
  • Waterfront: No
  • Builder Name: Vic Roberts
  • Construction Type: Vinyl Siding
  • Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck, Patio, Front Porch

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Parking Features: Additional Parking, Garage Door Opener, Secured, Private, Paved, On Street, Off Street, Garage Faces Rear, Asphalt

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Utilities: Cable Connected, Water Connected, Sewer Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Electricity Connected
  • Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air
  • Heating: Central, Natural Gas, Forced Air
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Community Features: Playground, Sidewalks, Street Lights
  • Senior Community: No
  • Association Fee: 1710
  • Association Fee Frequency: Annually
  • Association Name: Olde Towne Property Owners Association
  • Phone: 219-464-3536
  • Association: Yes

Schools

  • Junior High Dist: Duneland School Corporation
  • Middle Or Junior School: Westchester Intermediate

Lot Info

  • Lot Dimensions: Irregular
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 1655
  • Additional Parcels: No
  • Parcel #: 64-04-31-258-009.000-023
  • Zoning Description: Residential

Tax Info

  • Year: 2023
  • Tax Annual Amount: 1458

MLS Schools

  • HighSchool: Chesterton High School
  • Elementary School: Brummit Elementary

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jul 23, 2024
Closed on
Oct 29, 2024
Sold by
Partin Patricia I
Bought by
Porter Anthony Ello
Seller's Agent
Patty Raffin
McColly Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
Elizabeth Garcia
Blackrock Real Estate Services
List Price
$225,000
Sold Price
$230,000
Premium/Discount to List
$5,000
2.22%
Total Days on Market
3
Views
13
Current Estimated Value
$236,988

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$6,988
Avg. Annual Appreciation
7.40%
Original Mortgage
$184,000
Outstanding Balance
$183,096
Interest Rate
6.12%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$57,657

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 1, 2018
Sold by
Highwood Heather M
Bought by
Partin Patricia I

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$80,000
Interest Rate
4.5%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 25, 2010
Sold by
Bush Scott T
Bought by
Highwood Heather M

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$108,000
Interest Rate
4.96%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 21, 2005
Sold by
Jackson Ryan N and Jackson Kristin L
Bought by
Bush Scott T

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$102,400
Interest Rate
5%
Mortgage Type
Fannie Mae Freddie Mac
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Personal Reps Deed $230,000 Community Title
Warranty Deed -- Liberty Title & Escrow
Warranty Deed -- Ticor Title Insurance
Warranty Deed -- Ticor Title Ins Co
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $184,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $80,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $108,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $102,400 Fannie Mae Freddie Mac
Previous Owner $25,600 Unknown
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
10/29/2024 10/29/24 Sold $230,000 +2.2% $210 / Sq Ft
07/23/2024 07/23/24 For Sale $225,000 -- $205 / 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 $1,478 $161,900 $4,700 $157,200
2023 $1,458 $153,600 $4,400 $149,200
2022 $1,486 $144,400 $4,400 $140,000
2021 $1,311 $132,200 $4,400 $127,800
2020 $1,335 $133,200 $3,800 $129,400
2019 $1,145 $116,600 $3,800 $112,800
2018 $1,009 $112,800 $3,800 $109,000
2017 $876 $107,300 $3,800 $103,500
2016 $850 $108,000 $4,000 $104,000
2014 $914 $107,000 $4,000 $103,000
2013 -- $94,000 $3,700 $90,300
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Northwest Indiana Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 807305

Northwest Indiana Association of REALTORS®

APN: 64-04-31-258-009.000-023