NOT LISTED FOR SALE

896 Apache Ln Lowell, IN 46356

West Creek Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $240,063 - $259,000

3 Beds
1 Bath
1,120 Sq Ft
$222/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold June 16, 2017

Last sale price $152,000 $136 Per Sq Ft

Est. 63% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $1,768/month

21 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Above Ground Pool
  • Ranch Style House
  • Country Kitchen
  • Deck
  • Whirlpool Bathtub
  • 2.5 Car Attached Garage

About This Home

As of June 2017

Are you looking for move-in ready? If so, then this is the home for you! Very well maintained, ranch style home sitting on a dead end with no neighbors to the west. This quaint property has a ton to offer. Featuring 3 good sized Bedrooms, a full Bath with jetted tub, solid wood doors and laminate flooring throughout. Fall in Love with the open Kitchen with granite counter tops, soft close drawers and stainless steel appliances. Home has an extra deep Garage with added storage and the yard is tastefully landscaped. A nice size deck, pool, shed and fire pit area makes this home perfect for outdoor entertaining. Just in time for warm weather!

Last Listed By

Katherine Wietbrock

McColly Real Estate License #RB14044871 Listed on: 04/17/2017

McColly Real Estate

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $1,347

Year Built

  • Built in 1992

Lot Details

  • 0.27 Acre Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 80 x 145

Parking

  • 2.5 Car Attached Garage
  • Garage Door Opener

Home Design

  • Ranch Style House
  • Vinyl Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 1,120 Sq Ft Home
  • Living Room

Kitchen

  • Country Kitchen
  • Portable Gas Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • Bathroom on Main Level
  • 1 Full Bathroom
  • Whirlpool Bathtub

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Laundry on main level
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Outdoor Features

  • Above Ground Pool
  • Deck
  • Outdoor Storage
  • Storage Shed

Utilities

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

Community Details

  • Indian Heights #9 Subdivision
  • Net Lease

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 451922326002000038

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$1,347

Year Built

Built in 1992

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Year Built: 1992
  • Co List Office Mls Id: GNR257
  • Subdivision Name: Indian Heights #9
  • Architectural Style: Ranch/1 Sty/Bungalow
  • GNR_Exterior: Vinyl
  • GNR_UnfinishedSquareFootage: 0
  • GNR_HeatSystem: Forced Air
  • GNR_HOAPOAAnnualAmount: 0
  • GNR_Septic: No
  • GNR_TotalLessBasement: 0
  • GNR_MunicipalWater: Yes
  • GNR_Well: No
  • GNR_TotalBathrooms: 1
  • GNR_FullBathrooms: 0
  • GNR_HalfBathrooms: 0
  • GNR_Auction: No
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Portable Gas Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Interior Amenities: Country Kitchen, Finished Laundry Rm, Main Floor Bathroom, Main Floor Bedroom, Main Floor Laundry, Whirlpool Tub
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 3

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Features: Above Ground Pool, Deck, Storage, Storage Shed
  • Acres: 0.2663

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 2.5
  • Parking Features: Attached, Garage Door Opener

Utilities

  • Utilities: On
  • Cooling Y N: Yes
  • Heating: Natural Gas

Schools

  • Junior High Dist: Tri-Creek

Lot Info

  • Lot Dimensions: 80 x 145
  • Lot Size Sq Ft: 11600
  • Parcel #: 451922326002000038

Tax Info

  • Year: 2015
  • Tax Annual Amount: 1347

Multi Family

  • Existing Lease Type: Net

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Apr 17, 2017
Closed on
Jun 16, 2017
Sold by
Wiater Andrew
Bought by
Wells Joseph C
Seller's Agent
Katherine Wietbrock
McColly Real Estate
List Price
$152,000
Sold Price
$152,000
Total Days on Market
21
Current Estimated Value
$248,266

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$96,266
Avg. Annual Appreciation
6.33%
Original Mortgage
$144,400
Outstanding Balance
$121,634
Interest Rate
4.05%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$125,471

Purchase Details

Listed on
Mar 10, 2014
Closed on
Jun 6, 2014
Sold by
Crouse Daniel E and Crouse Patsy A
Bought by
Wiater Andrew
Seller's Agent
Helga Cannon
RE/MAX Executives
Buyer's Agent
Katherine Wietbrock
McColly Real Estate
List Price
$137,000
Sold Price
$137,000

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
3.50%
Original Mortgage
$139,795
Interest Rate
4.18%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

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
Wells Joseph C -- Community Title Co
Wiater Andrew -- Community Title Co
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Wells Joseph C $144,400
Previous Owner Wiater Andrew $139,795
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
06/16/2017 06/16/17 Sold $152,000 0.0% $136 / Sq Ft
05/08/2017 05/08/17 Pending -- -- --
04/17/2017 04/17/17 For Sale $152,000 +10.9% $136 / Sq Ft
06/10/2014 06/10/14 Sold $137,000 0.0% $122 / Sq Ft
04/29/2014 04/29/14 Pending -- -- --
03/10/2014 03/10/14 For Sale $137,000 -- $122 / 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 $4,691 $186,600 $35,700 $150,900
2023 $1,701 $178,300 $35,700 $142,600
2022 $1,701 $171,000 $35,700 $135,300
2021 $1,553 $156,300 $31,000 $125,300
2020 $1,302 $142,100 $31,000 $111,100
2019 $1,343 $134,700 $31,000 $103,700
2018 $1,278 $129,900 $31,000 $98,900
2017 $1,524 $139,600 $31,000 $108,600
2016 $1,346 $136,700 $31,000 $105,700
2014 $1,333 $135,500 $31,000 $104,500
2013 $1,275 $127,700 $31,000 $96,700
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Katherine Wietbrock

    Seller's Agent in 2017

    Katherine Wietbrock

    McColly Real Estate

    (219) 746-7742

    6 in this area

    106 Total Sales

    Katherine Wietbrock
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  • Helga Cannon

    Seller's Agent in 2014

    Helga Cannon

    RE/MAX

    (219) 765-9879

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    Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2014

    Diana Lauth

    McColly Real Estate

    (219) 313-6105

    1 in this area

    12 Total Sales

    Diana Lauth
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Map

Source: Northwest Indiana Association of REALTORS®

MLS Number: GNR412655

Northwest Indiana Association of REALTORS®

APN: 45-19-22-326-002.000-038

Indiana Lake County Lowell 46356 West Creek

896 Apache Ln, Lowell, IN

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This home is located at 896 Apache Ln, Lowell, IN 46356 since 17 April 2017 and is currently estimated at $248,266, approximately $221 per square foot. This property was built in 1992. 896 Apache Ln is a home located in Lake County with nearby schools including Lowell Middle School and Lowell Senior High School.

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