NOT LISTED FOR SALE

8835 Schafer Dr Saint John, IN 46373

Estimated Value: $660,000 - $1,234,000

4 Beds
3 Baths
2,976 Sq Ft
$347/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold September 26, 2024

Last sale price $1,200,000 $403 Per Sq Ft

Est. 14% decrease in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $6,088/month

121 Days on Market

Highlights

  • In Ground Pool
  • Views of Trees
  • Wooded Lot
  • Kolling Elementary School Rated A
  • 5.25 Acre Lot
  • 2-minute walk to Lancer Park

About This Home

As of September 2024

5 ACRES IS A RARE FIND IN THE HEART OF ST JOHN. THIS LUXURY LISTING WILL EXCEDE ALL YOUR EXPECTATIONS! Indulge in the epitome of luxury living with this exquisite custom-built all-brick home spanning 3000 square feet of unparalleled elegance. This residence offers a harmonious blend of sophistication and comfort, boasting an array of exceptional amenities. As you enter through the grand foyer, you are greeted by the timeless allure of Anderson windows casting soft natural light across the bamboo hardwood flooring. With 9-foot ceilings enhancing the sense of space, each room exudes an air of openness and grandeur. Entertain with ease in the expansive living areas, where beautiful woodwork accents every corner, adding warmth and character to the home's inviting ambiance. Host gatherings with friends and family in the gourmet kitchen, featuring custom cabinetry, granite countertops, and top-of-the-line appliances, while the adjacent custom laundry room offers both practicality and style. Outside, a resort-like oasis awaits, complete with an inviting inground pool, paver patio, and a rejuvenating hot tub, providing the perfect backdrop for outdoor relaxation and entertainment. Gather around the custom brick fire pit on cool evenings, savoring the warmth of the flames under the starlit sky. For added convenience, this smart house comes equipped with modern amenities such as reverse osmosis and a water softener system, ensuring comfort and efficiency at every turn. A new shed provides ample storage space for outdoor essentials, while the 3-car garage with epoxy flooring offers both functionality and flair. From its meticulously crafted interior to its captivating outdoor spaces, this home epitomizes luxury living at its finest. Don't miss the opportunity to experience the unparalleled beauty and comfort that this exceptional property has to offer. INCREDIBLE PRICE IMPROVEMENT!!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Tom Cummings

Keller Williams Preferred Real License #RB14039963 Listed on: 04/25/2024

Keller Williams Preferred Real

Last Buyer's Agent

Joe Palmer

McColly Real Estate License #RB20001655

McColly Real Estate

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $8,739

Year Built

  • Built in 2019

Lot Details

  • 5.25 Acre Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 520x330x208x165x304x302x150x60x150x133
  • Landscaped
  • Wooded Lot

Parking

  • 3 Car Garage

Home Design

  • Brick Foundation

Interior Spaces

  • 1-Story Property
  • Family Room with Fireplace
  • Views of Trees
  • Basement

Kitchen

  • Gas Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Carpet

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 3 Full Bathrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Laundry on main level
  • Sink Near Laundry

Outdoor Features

  • In Ground Pool
  • Patio

Schools

  • Clark Middle School
  • Lake Central High School

Utilities

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

Community Details

  • No Home Owners Association
  • Novo Selo Sub Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 45-11-27-178-005.000-035

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$8,739

Year Built

Built in 2019

Lot Details

5.25 Acres

Parking

3

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Year Built: 2019
  • Reso Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • ResoLaundryFeatures: Laundry Room, Sink, Main Level
  • ResoLotFeatures: Landscaped, Wooded, Private
  • ResoPoolFeatures: In Ground, Outdoor Pool
  • Reso View: Trees/Woods
  • Co List Office Mls Id: NRA1045
  • Subdivision Name: Novo Selo Sub
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 2976
  • Architectural Style: Traditional
  • Garage Yn: Yes
  • Unit Levels: One
  • New Construction: No
  • Reso Other Structures: Pool House, Shed(s)
  • Property Attached Yn: No
  • AuctionYN: No
  • AccessibilityFeaturesYN: No
  • AboveGradeUnfinishedArea: 2976.00
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Built-In Gas Oven, Refrigerator, Microwave, Gas Range, Dishwasher
  • Interior Amenities: Cathedral Ceiling(s), Recessed Lighting, Kitchen Island, High Ceilings, Entrance Foyer, Crown Molding
  • Basement: Partially Finished
  • Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood
  • Basement YN: Yes
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Fireplace Features: Family Room
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • ResoLivingAreaSource: Builder

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: Fire Pit
  • Acres: 5.254
  • Waterfront: No
  • Construction Type: Brick
  • Patio And Porch Features: Patio

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 3
  • Parking Features: Driveway

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Senior Community: No
  • Association: No

Schools

  • Junior High Dist: Lake Central
  • Middle Or Junior School: Clark Middle School

Lot Info

  • Lot Dimensions: 520x330x208x165x304x302x150x60x150x133
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 228864.24
  • Additional Parcels: No
  • Parcel #: 45-11-27-178-005.000-035
  • Zoning Description: Residential

Tax Info

  • Year: 2022
  • Tax Annual Amount: 8739

MLS Schools

  • HighSchool: Lake Central High School

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Apr 25, 2024
Closed on
Sep 26, 2024
Sold by
Plascencia Carlos
Bought by
Blandford Jessica and Blandford Jeffrey
Seller's Agent
Tom Cummings
Keller Williams Preferred Real
Buyer's Agent
Joe Palmer
McColly Real Estate
List Price
$1,495,000
Sold Price
$1,200,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$295,000
-19.73%
Views
118
Current Estimated Value
$1,032,598

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
-$167,402
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-10.25%
Original Mortgage
$1,140,000
Outstanding Balance
$1,123,911
Interest Rate
6.49%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
-$91,313

Purchase Details

Listed on
Aug 9, 2017
Closed on
Mar 16, 2018
Sold by
Kljajic Mirko and Kljajic Derdika
Bought by
Plascencia Carlos
Seller's Agent
Derdika Kljajic
Listing Leaders
List Price
$158,000
Sold Price
$158,000

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
36.34%
Original Mortgage
$134,300
Interest Rate
4.32%
Mortgage Type
Commercial
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 Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Blandford Jessica $1,200,000 Fidelity National Title
Plascencia Carlos -- Chicago Title Ins Co
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Blandford Jessica $1,140,000
Previous Owner Plascencia Carlos $134,300
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
09/26/2024 09/26/24 Sold $1,200,000 -4.0% $403 / Sq Ft
08/26/2024 08/26/24 Pending -- -- --
08/01/2024 08/01/24 Price Changed $1,249,900 -3.8% $420 / Sq Ft
06/26/2024 06/26/24 Price Changed $1,299,900 -7.1% $437 / Sq Ft
06/21/2024 06/21/24 Price Changed $1,399,900 -3.4% $470 / Sq Ft
05/15/2024 05/15/24 Price Changed $1,449,900 -3.0% $487 / Sq Ft
04/26/2024 04/26/24 For Sale $1,495,000 +846.2% $502 / Sq Ft
03/16/2018 03/16/18 Sold $158,000 0.0% -- View Prior Sale
02/14/2018 02/14/18 Pending -- -- --
08/09/2017 08/09/17 For Sale $158,000 -- --
Source: Northwest Indiana Association of REALTORS®

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
2025 $9,232 $1,131,000 $139,700 $991,300
2024 $17,221 $953,900 $139,700 $814,200
2023 $9,091 $851,700 $139,700 $712,000
2022 $8,739 $744,100 $139,700 $604,400
2021 $8,556 $742,300 $139,700 $602,600
2020 $12,229 $663,000 $65,200 $597,800
2019 $522 $24,100 $24,100 $0
2018 $493 $24,100 $24,100 $0
2017 $476 $24,100 $24,100 $0
2016 $516 $24,100 $24,100 $0
2014 $455 $24,000 $24,000 $0
2013 $346 $17,900 $17,900 $0
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Northwest Indiana Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 802761

Northwest Indiana Association of REALTORS®

APN: 45-11-27-178-005.000-035

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