1536 W Fred St

1,952 Sq. Ft.
$77 / Sq. Ft.
1,952
Sq. Ft.
$77
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Your Classic Whiting 1.5 story home located in the Heart of the Community. Featuring 3 bedrooms, open concept living room and dining room -- perfect for both everyday living and entertaining. Prefer hardwood over carpet? You're in luck--hardwood floors are waiting beneath the main-floor carpeting. The full basement features durable glass block windows and a convenient walk-out for added functionality. Major updates bring peace of mind, including Andersen windows and a newer roof (only 1.5 years old)....Your Classic Whiting 1.5 story home located in the Heart of the Community. Featuring 3 bedrooms, open concept living room and dining room -- perfect for both everyday living and entertaining. Prefer hardwood over carpet? You're in luck--hardwood floors are waiting beneath the main-floor carpeting. The full basement features durable glass block windows and a convenient walk-out for added functionality. Major updates bring peace of mind, including Andersen windows and a newer roof (only 1.5 years old). A wonderful opportunity to own a home in a sought-after neighborhood--schedule your showing today!
  1. Listed by Susan Stevens • McColly Real Estate
    P: (219)-789-9473 C: (219)-789-9473 susan.stevens@sbcglobal.net

Property Details for 1536 West Fred Street

Zoning
residential
Subdivision
Whiting
OriginalListPrice
$154,900.00
NRA_DelayedMarketingYN
No
NRA_ExemptionYN
No
SpecialListingConditions
None
NRA_AuctionYN
No
NRA_EarnestMoneyDeposit
$2,500.00
LISTING UPDATED: 03/20/2026 12:22 PM

Property Details for 1536 West Fred Street

StatusClosed
MLS #834785
Days on Market1
Taxes$2,632 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Property TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Single Family Residence
Year Built1915
Lot Size0.07 AC / 3,049 SF
CountyLake County

Location

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Building Information for 1536 West Fred Street

Stories-Year Built1915Building Size-Lot Size0.07 AC / 3,049 SF

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Property Information for 1536 West Fred Street

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Directions: Indianapolis Blvd to Shrage, right turn to Fred street, left to property
  • Cross Street Address: white oak or shrage
  • City/Town: Whiting
  • State: IN
  • Township: North
  • ZIP: 46394
  • Latitude: 41.68
  • Longitude: -87.49
  • County: Lake
Taxes and HOA
  • Annual Tax Amount: $2,632.00
  • APN/Key #: 450307284018000025
  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Tax Legal Description: PT. SE. NE. S.7 T.37 R.9 .07 A. (25X126 FT.)
School Information
  • School District: Whiting
Parking
  • Garage Description: Off Street, Alley Access
Property
Lot Information
  • Lot Square Footage: 3,049.00
  • Square Footage: 1952.0
  • Square Footage Source: Assessor
  • Acres: .07
  • LotSizeSource: Assessor
  • WaterfrontYN: No
  • AboveGradeFinishedArea: 1952.0
  • BelowGradeUnfinishedArea: 1204.0
  • View: Neighborhood
Property and Assessments
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Subtype 1: Single Family Residence
  • Year Built: 1915
  • Lot Description: Back Yard
  • NewConstructionYN: No
  • GarageYN: No
  • AssociationYN: No
  • PropertyAttachedYN: No
Utilities
  • Utilities: Natural Gas Connected, Water Connected, Sewer Connected
  • Electric: 100 Amp Service
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • WaterSource: Public
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Levels: One and One Half
  • PatioAndPorchFeatures: Enclosed, Front Porch
  • PoolFeatures: None
Interior Features
  • Appliances: None
  • Basement Type: Full, Walk-Out Access, Unfinished
  • Basement: Yes
  • Total Full Baths: 1
  • Total 1/2 Baths: 0
  • Total 3/4 Baths: 0
  • Total Baths: 1
  • Bedrooms: 3
  • Basement Sq Ft: 0.0
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood
  • Heat Type: Forced Air, Natural Gas, Hot Water
  • Interior Features: High Ceilings, Open Floorplan
  • Roof: Shingle
  • Total # of Rooms: 9
  • FireplaceYN: No
  • LaundryFeatures: Lower Level
  • SecurityFeatures: Smoke Detector(s)
Room 1
  • Room Description: Hardwood floors under carpet....Open to dining area
  • Room Dimensions: 17.5 x 12.0
  • Room Type: Living Room
Room 2
  • Room Description: Open to living room... hardwood floors
  • Room Dimensions: 12.0 x 12.0
  • Room Type: Dining Room
Room 3
  • Room Dimensions: 11.5 x 12.0
  • Room Type: Kitchen
Room 4
  • Room Description: Hardwood floors under carpet
  • Room Dimensions: 12.0 x 8.5
  • Room Type: Primary Bedroom
Room 5
  • Room Description: Hardwood floors under carpet
  • Room Dimensions: 11.0 x 8.5
  • Room Type: Bedroom 2
Room 6
  • Room Description: Bedroom / playroom / family room
  • Room Dimensions: 36.0 x 11.5
  • Room Type: Bedroom 3
Room 7
  • Room Description: can be used as an office, storage room/, walk-in-closet
  • Room Dimensions: 8.5 x 8.5
  • Room Type: Bonus Room
Room 8
  • Room Dimensions: 7.0 x 6.5
  • Room Type: Foyer
Room 9
  • Room Description: Breakfast room //// sun room //// mudroom multi-purpose
  • Room Dimensions: 8.0 x 14.0
  • Room Type: Other

Property History for 1536 West Fred Street

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Mar 20, 2026

Sold

Northwest Indiana REALTORS® Association #834785

$150,000
Mar 4, 2026

Pending

Northwest Indiana REALTORS® Association #834785

Mar 4, 2026

In Contract

Northwest Indiana REALTORS® Association #834785

DateEvent & SourcePrice
03/20/2026

Sold

Northwest Indiana REALTORS® Association #834785

$150,000
03/04/2026

Pending

Northwest Indiana REALTORS® Association #834785

03/04/2026

In Contract

Northwest Indiana REALTORS® Association #834785

For completeness, we often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 1536 West Fred Street

Taxable ValueLand$22,500Additions$118,500Total$141,000
Tax Record2024$2,473 ($206 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Baths1Total Finished SqFt1,028 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,028 SqFtStories1Lot Size3,049 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1915Year Renovated1985CountyLAKEAPN45-03-07-284-018.000-025

Schools near 1536 West Fred Street

This home is within Whiting School City.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - PK to 5
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Private - PK to 8
Rating
School
Distance
Nathan Hale Elementary School
PublicPK to 5

Whiting Middle School
Public6 to 8

Whiting High School
Public9 to 12

Saint John The Baptist School
PrivatePK to 8

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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