118 E 8th St

Rochester, IN 46975

$179,000
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Description

NOTE: REAL ESTATE ONLY IS FOR SALE- NEWSPAPER BUSINESS TO RELOCATE IN ROCHESTER- Conveniently located across from the Historical Fulton County Courthouse in the middle of a vibrant downtown business district. Immense potential for a variety of uses. The architectural charm and historical significance to the "Sentinel" building provides an opportunity to make a statement in Downtown Rochester. Over 14,000 sq. ft. on 2 floors. Divided into various office and work spaces. Back section (2400 sq. ft.)...NOTE: REAL ESTATE ONLY IS FOR SALE- NEWSPAPER BUSINESS TO RELOCATE IN ROCHESTER- Conveniently located across from the Historical Fulton County Courthouse in the middle of a vibrant downtown business district. Immense potential for a variety of uses. The architectural charm and historical significance to the "Sentinel" building provides an opportunity to make a statement in Downtown Rochester. Over 14,000 sq. ft. on 2 floors. Divided into various office and work spaces. Back section (2400 sq. ft.) with cement floor suitable for warehouse / shipping area, includes a 8' x 8' overhead door. Upper level could be used as an Apartment / Condo overlooking the Courthouse - WHAT A VIEW - A variety of businesses and restaurants within walking distance. This is one of those properties that you really need to visit to see how your plans would work.
  1. Listed by John Little • MANITOU REALTY and AUCTION, INC. • Office: 574-223-2010

Property Details for 118 East 8th Street

Subdivision
None
Waterfront
No
Water Features
None
LISTING UPDATED: 09/16/2025 01:29 PM

Property Details for 118 East 8th Street

StatusActive
MLS #202521234
Days on Market220
Taxes$3,079 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeMixed Use
MLS TypeCommercial / Mixed Use
Year Built1876
Lot Size0.15 AC / 6,534 SF
CountyFulton County

Location

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Building Information for 118 East 8th Street

Stories2Residences-Year Built1876Lot Size0.15 AC / 6,534 SF

Payment Calculator

$1,129 per month

30 year fixed, 6.15% Interest

Principal and Interest

$872

Property Taxes

$257

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 118 East 8th Street

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Area: Fulton County
  • City: Rochester
  • Zip Code: 46975
  • City Zoning: C1
  • State: IN
  • Township: Rochester
  • Geo Latitude: 41
  • Geo Longitude: -86
  • Road Access: City
  • Inside City Limits: Yes
  • Zoning Description: HD - Historical Downtown Commercial -
  • Fips Code: 18049
  • Directions To Property: East of Main Street on E. 8th Street - Property is on the North side of the street and on the East side of the alley.
  • Sea Wall Type: None
  • Location: City
Taxes and HOA
  • Annual Taxes: $3,079
  • Year Taxes Payable: 24/25
  • Parcel Number Id: 25-07-92-208-010.000-009
Parking
  • Parking: Other
Property
Lot Information
  • Class: COMMERCIAL
  • Property Subtype: Mixed Use
  • Approx Lot Size Acres: 0.15
  • Lot Dimensions: 41 X 165
  • Approx Lot Size Sqft: 6534.0
Property and Assessments
  • New Construction: No
  • Year Built: 1876
  • Age: 149
  • Documents Available: Zoning
  • Planned Unit Development: No
Utilities
  • Electric Company: Duke Energy Indiana
  • Sewer: City
  • Water Utility: City
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Driveway: None
  • Exterior: Brick
  • Platted: Yes
  • Roof Material: Rubber
Interior Features
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement/Foundation: Partial Basement
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Flooring: Carpet, Concrete
  • Heating/Fuel: Gas, Multiple Heating Systems
  • Stories: 2
Multi Family
Multi-Family Information
  • Number of Buildings: 1

Property History for 118 East 8th Street

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Jun 5, 2025

Listed (Active)

Indiana Regional MLS #202521234

$179,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
06/05/2025

Listed (Active)

Indiana Regional MLS #202521234

$179,000

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Public Records for 118 East 8th Street

Taxable ValueLand$7,600Additions$138,700Total$146,300
Tax Record2024$3,005 ($250 / month)
Home Facts
Total Finished SqFt14,145 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt14,145 SqFtStories3Lot Size8,364 SqFtStyleMiscellaneous CommercialYear Built1876CountyFULTONAPN25-07-92-208-010.000-009

Schools near 118 East 8th Street

This home is within Rochester Community Sch Corp.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Columbia Elementary School
Public - PK to 1
George M Riddle Elementary School
Public - 2 to 4
Rochester Community Md School
Public - 5 to 7
Rochester Community High School
Public - 8 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Columbia Elementary School
PublicPK to 1

George M Riddle Elementary School
Public2 to 4

Rochester Community Md School
Public5 to 7

Rochester Community High School
Public8 to 12

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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More information about 118 East 8th Street, Rochester, IN 46975

118 East 8th Street is a mixed use property for sale in Rochester, IN 46975. This property was listed for sale on June 5, 2025 by MANITOU REALTY and AUCTION, INC., it's currently listed at $179,000. This listing's school district is Rochester Community Sch Corp. Nearby schools include Columbia Elementary School, George M Riddle Elementary School and Rochester Community Md School. 118 East 8th Street is a 0-bed, 0.5-bath, mixed use property built in 1876.

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