$219,900
SOLD DEC 3, 2025

870 W Bunkum Rd Rensselaer, IN 47978

3 Beds
1.5 Baths
1,008 Sq Ft
0.32 Acres

Recently Sold

$218 Per Sq Ft

3 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Deck
  • No HOA
  • 2 Car Attached Garage
  • Van Rensselaer Elementary School Rated 9+
  • Neighborhood Views
  • 3-minute walk to Rensselaer Dog Park

About This Home

As of December 2025

Great Bi-level close to park and minutes from downtown. Ready to move into. All appliances are included, a full basement in lower level which finished could add extra living area. Stool & sink, cabinetry, work bench area and small wood burning stove in garage. Property is in an Estate and even though Seller feels things are in working order, it is not guaranteed and selling as is. All inspections are welcomed. Electric is REMC, City gas and water. Table in first bedroom to left and tall cabinet in garage close to garage door do not stay.All measurements and information are not guaranteed. Buyer is responsible for Independent verification.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Terri Phegley

Cornerstone Real Estate Agency License #RB14016585 Listed on: 09/08/2025

Cornerstone Real Estate Agency

Co-Listed By

Mary Brown

Cornerstone Real Estate Agency License #RB14028404

Last Buyer's Agent

Amber Otto

RE/MAX Executives License #RB24000523

RE/MAX Executives

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $675

Year Built

  • Built in 1976

Lot Details

  • 0.32 Acre Lot
  • Chain Link Fence

Parking

  • 2 Car Attached Garage
  • Garage Door Opener

Home Design

  • Metal Roof

Interior Spaces

  • 1,008 Sq Ft Home
  • Insulated Windows
  • Living Room
  • Carpet
  • Neighborhood Views
  • Basement

Kitchen

  • Gas Range
  • Microwave
  • Freezer
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry on lower level
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Outdoor Features

  • Deck
  • Patio

Schools

  • Rensselaer Central Primary Elementary School
  • Rensselaer Central High School

Utilities

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

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Park View Sub Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 370625000002006026

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$675

Year Built

Built in 1976

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Year Built: 1976
  • Reso Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • ResoLaundryFeatures: Lower Level
  • ResoLotFeatures: Few Trees, Front Yard
  • ResoPoolFeatures: None
  • Reso View: Neighborhood
  • Co List Office Mls Id: NRA983
  • Co List Office Phone: (219) 866-4528
  • Co List Office Mls Id: NRA983
  • Subdivision Name: Park View Sub
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 1008
  • Garage Yn: Yes
  • Unit Levels: Bi-Level
  • New Construction: No
  • Reso Other Structures: Shed(s)
  • Property Attached Yn: No
  • ResoWindowFeatures: Insulated Windows
  • Financial Info Electric: Circuit Breakers
  • AuctionYN: No
  • AccessibilityFeaturesYN: No
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Dryer, Washer, Refrigerator, Microwave, Gas Range, Freezer, Dishwasher
  • Interior Amenities: Eat-in Kitchen
  • Basement: Full, Unfinished, Sump Pump, Interior Entry
  • Flooring: Carpet, Laminate
  • Basement YN: Yes
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 3

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: Private Yard, Rain Gutters
  • Fencing: Chain Link
  • Acres: 0.324
  • Waterfront: No
  • Construction Type: Vinyl Siding
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck, Patio
  • Reso Roof: Metal

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Parking Features: Attached, Paved, Oversized, Garage Faces Front, Driveway, Concrete, Additional Parking, Garage Door Opener

Utilities

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

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association: No

Schools

  • Junior High Dist: Rensselaer Central

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 14113
  • Additional Parcels: No
  • Parcel #: 370625000002006026
  • Zoning Description: residential

Tax Info

  • Year: 2024
  • Tax Annual Amount: 675

MLS Schools

  • HighSchool: Rensselaer Central High School
  • Elementary School: Rensselaer Central Primary School

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Sep 8, 2025
Closed on
Dec 3, 2025
Sold by
Alson David Frederick
Bought by
Rusk Ryan
Seller's Agent
Terri Phegley
Cornerstone Real Estate Agency
Buyer's Agent
Amber Otto
RE/MAX Executives
List Price
$219,900
Sold Price
$219,900
Views
265

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
52.58%
Original Mortgage
$222,121
Outstanding Balance
$222,121
Interest Rate
6.19%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$1,527
Source: Public Records

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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 -- None Listed On Document
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $222,121 New Conventional
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
12/03/2025 12/03/25 Sold $219,900 0.0% $218 / Sq Ft
09/11/2025 09/11/25 Pending -- -- --
09/08/2025 09/08/25 For Sale $219,900 -- $218 / 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 $675 $181,700 $15,400 $166,300
2023 $562 $164,200 $15,400 $148,800
2022 $557 $144,600 $15,400 $129,200
2021 $587 $137,000 $15,400 $121,600
2020 $561 $133,800 $15,400 $118,400
2019 $485 $131,000 $14,500 $116,500
2018 $457 $127,100 $14,500 $112,600
2017 $368 $122,300 $14,500 $107,800
2016 $358 $124,600 $14,500 $110,100
2014 $349 $121,300 $14,500 $106,800
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Northwest Indiana Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 827371

Northwest Indiana Association of REALTORS®

APN: 37-06-25-000-002.006-026