NOT LISTED FOR SALE

893 Dickens Ln Valparaiso, IN 46383

Porter County Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $472,000 - $533,000

5 Beds
2.5 Baths
3,376 Sq Ft
$149/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold April 11, 2016

Last sale price $295,000 $87 Per Sq Ft

Est. 71% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $3,100/month

65 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Deck
  • Wooded Lot
  • Whirlpool Bathtub
  • Liberty Elementary School Rated A-
  • Wood Flooring
  • Covered Patio or Porch

About This Home

As of April 2016

Stunning 5 Bedroom home in Timberland. This beautiful home has it all. Just minutes from the Indiana Toll Road and a 60 min. drive to downtown Chicago makes this an ideal location for commuters. The Duneland/Chesterton School system is one of the best in the area. If it's privacy you are after, the premium wooded lot features a tranquil pond and a spacious back yard complete with its own fire pit! The Daylight basement allows for lots of space for entertaining and household activities. (There is a rough-in for a bath). This gracious home is loaded with amenities such as: granite counter tops, bullnose drywall corners, hardwood and ceramic floors, 9' ceilings on first floor, gorgeous custom designed master bedrom bath, 3 car garage, the list is long....better put this on your list to see...it's a keeper!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Margie Mattix

Coldwell Banker Realty License #RB14023180 Listed on: 01/05/2016

Coldwell Banker Realty

Last Buyer's Agent

Kate Ross

Coldwell Banker Real Estate Gr License #RB14045500

Coldwell Banker Real Estate Gr

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $5,191

Year Built

  • Built in 2008

Lot Details

  • 0.36 Acre Lot
  • Home fronts a stream
  • Landscaped
  • Sloped Lot
  • Wooded Lot

Parking

  • 3 Car Attached Garage
  • Garage Door Opener

Home Design

  • Stone

Interior Spaces

  • 1.5-Story Property
  • Great Room with Fireplace
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Natural lighting in basement
  • Laundry on main level

Kitchen

  • Gas Range
  • Range Hood
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Carpet

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 5 Bedrooms
  • Whirlpool Bathtub

Outdoor Features

  • Deck
  • Covered Patio or Porch

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas
  • Water Softener is Owned

Community Details

  • Property has a Home Owners Association
  • Jennifer Beauchamp Association, Phone Number (800) 748-8120
  • Timberland Subdivision

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 640624131004000006

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$5,191

Year Built

Built in 2008

Lot Details

0

Parking

3

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Year Built: 2008
  • Reso Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • ResoLaundryFeatures: Main Level
  • ResoLotFeatures: Landscaped, Paved, Pond On Lot, Sloped, Wooded
  • Road Surface Type: Paved
  • ResoOtherEquipment: Air Purifier
  • Co List Office Mls Id: NRA166
  • Subdivision Name: Timberland
  • Above Grade Finished Sq Ft: 2228
  • Garage Yn: Yes
  • Unit Levels: One and One Half
  • Property Attached Yn: No
  • AuctionYN: No
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Exhaust Fan, Gas Range, Microwave, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Water Softener Owned
  • Interior Amenities: Cathedral Ceiling(s), Primary Downstairs, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Whirlpool Tub
  • Basement: Daylight, Sump Pump
  • Flooring: Carpet, Ceramic Tile, Hardwood
  • Basement YN: Yes
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 5
  • Below Grade Sq Ft: 1148
  • Fireplace Features: Great Room, Living Room
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • ResoLivingAreaSource: Owner

Exterior Features

  • Acres: 0.36
  • Waterfront Features: Creek, Stream
  • Waterfront: Yes
  • Construction Type: Stone, Vinyl Siding
  • Patio And Porch Features: Covered, Deck, Porch

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 3
  • Parking Features: Attached, Garage Door Opener

Utilities

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

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Community Features: Curbs, Sidewalks
  • Association Fee: 200
  • Association Name: Jennifer Beauchamp
  • Phone: 800-748-8120
  • Association: Yes

Schools

  • Junior High Dist: Duneland School Corporation

Lot Info

  • Lot Dimensions: Irregular
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 15682
  • Parcel #: 640624131004000006
  • Zoning Description: Residential

Tax Info

  • Year: 2015
  • Tax Annual Amount: 5191

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 18, 2015
Sold by
Costner Marcos and Costner Kelsey
Bought by
Stefans Kathleen W and Stefans Kurt E
Current Estimated Value
$503,305

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$235,000
Interest Rate
3.64%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Listed on
Feb 6, 2013
Closed on
Mar 25, 2013
Sold by
Prindle Justin and Prindle Traci J
Bought by
Costner Marcos and Costner Kelsey
Seller's Agent
Margie Mattix
Coldwell Banker Realty
Buyer's Agent
Larry Hitz
BHHS Executive Group RE
List Price
$289,000
Sold Price
$289,000

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
4.56%
Original Mortgage
$231,200
Interest Rate
3.48%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 3, 2008
Sold by
Bernardo Llc
Bought by
Prindle Justin and Prindle Traci J

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$281,589
Interest Rate
5.95%
Mortgage Type
FHA
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
Stefans Kathleen W -- Chicago Title Company Llc
Costner Marcos -- Chicago Title Insurance Co
Prindle Justin -- Ticor Title Ins
Bernardo Llc -- Ticor Title Ins
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Stefans Kathleen W $160,970
Previous Owner Stefans Kathleen W $235,000
Previous Owner Costner Marcos $231,200
Previous Owner Prindle Traci J $285,812
Previous Owner Prindle Justin $281,589
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
04/11/2016 04/11/16 Sold $295,000 0.0% $87 / Sq Ft
03/10/2016 03/10/16 Pending -- -- --
01/05/2016 01/05/16 For Sale $295,000 +2.1% $87 / Sq Ft
03/25/2013 03/25/13 Sold $289,000 0.0% $86 / Sq Ft
03/13/2013 03/13/13 Pending -- -- --
02/06/2013 02/06/13 For Sale $289,000 -- $86 / 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 $4,293 $486,400 $68,700 $417,700
2023 $3,517 $448,400 $65,400 $383,000
2022 $3,281 $393,000 $65,400 $327,600
2021 $3,486 $338,600 $65,400 $273,200
2020 $3,247 $320,700 $62,300 $258,400
2019 $3,420 $323,600 $62,300 $261,300
2018 $5,059 $318,300 $62,300 $256,000
2017 $4,916 $306,600 $62,300 $244,300
2016 $4,962 $301,700 $73,600 $228,100
2014 $5,191 $287,300 $69,000 $218,300
2013 -- $295,300 $74,900 $220,400
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • M

    Seller's Agent in 2016

    Margie Mattix

    Coldwell Banker Realty

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  • K

    Buyer's Agent in 2016

    Kate Ross

    Coldwell Banker Real Estate Gr

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  • Larry Hitz

    Buyer's Agent in 2013

    Larry Hitz

    BHHS Executive Group RE

    (219) 405-8649

    33 in this area

    118 Total Sales

    Larry Hitz
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Map

Source: Northwest Indiana Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: 385748

Northwest Indiana Association of REALTORS®

APN: 64-06-24-131-004.000-006

Indiana Porter County Valparaiso 46383 Porter County

893 Dickens Ln, Valparaiso, IN

This home is located at 893 Dickens Ln, Valparaiso, IN 46383 since 05 January 2016 and is currently estimated at $503,305, approximately $149 per square foot. This property was built in 2008. 893 Dickens Ln is a home located in Porter County with nearby schools including Liberty Elementary School, Liberty Intermediate School, and Chesterton Middle School.

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