1555 Ellsworth St

843 Sq. Ft.
$83 / Sq. Ft.
843
Sq. Ft.
$83
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Opportunity awaits at 1555 Ellsworth Street in the heart of Gary's up-and-coming Tolleston community! This 2-bedroom, 1-bath fixer-upper is full of potential for investors, rehabbers, or buyers looking to create their vision from the ground up. Was previously used as a daycare. Conveniently located directly across from Tolleston Park, this property offers easy access to green space, recreation, and neighborhood amenities in a developing area seeing continued growth and revitalization. Whether you're...Opportunity awaits at 1555 Ellsworth Street in the heart of Gary's up-and-coming Tolleston community! This 2-bedroom, 1-bath fixer-upper is full of potential for investors, rehabbers, or buyers looking to create their vision from the ground up. Was previously used as a daycare. Conveniently located directly across from Tolleston Park, this property offers easy access to green space, recreation, and neighborhood amenities in a developing area seeing continued growth and revitalization. Whether you're searching for your next investment property, rental opportunity, or affordable project home, this property offers endless possibilities. With solid potential and a location that stands out, this is your chance to bring new life to a home in one of Gary's historic communities. Sold as-is. Don't miss the opportunity to invest in the future of Gary!

Listing Agent

  1. Jay Jeffries

    Jay Jeffries

    Listing Agent

    @properties/Christie's Intl RE

    P: (219)-229-5898

Property Details for 1555 Ellsworth Street

Subdivision
Orchard Park Add/Gary
OriginalListPrice
$74,900.00
NRA_DelayedMarketingYN
No
NRA_ExemptionYN
No
SpecialListingConditions
None
NRA_AuctionYN
No
TaxAssessedValue
$38,700.00
NRA_EarnestMoneyDeposit
$1,500.00
LISTING CLOSED: 06/25/2026 12:00 AM

Property Details for 1555 Ellsworth Street

StatusClosed
MLS #840244
Days on Market4
Taxes$971 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Property TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Single Family Residence
Year Built1924
Lot Size0.09 AC / 4,008 SF
CountyLake County

Location

Sold By Ellsbury Group

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Building Information for 1555 Ellsworth Street

Stories-Year Built1924Building Size-Lot Size0.09 AC / 4,008 SF

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Property Information for 1555 Ellsworth Street

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Directions: 80/94 to N Burr St, go 1.3 miles then make a left on 15the ave, go 1.8 miles then make a left onto Ellsworth ST and the home will be on the left
  • City/Town: Gary
  • State: IN
  • Township: Calumet
  • ZIP: 46404
  • Latitude: 41.59
  • Longitude: -87.37
  • County: Lake
Taxes and HOA
  • Annual Tax Amount: $971.00
  • APN/Key #: 450808327013000004
  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Tax Legal Description: ORCHARD PARK ADD. L.35 S. 5FT. L.36
Parking
  • Garage Description: Off Street
Property
Lot Information
  • Lot Square Footage: 4,008.00
  • Square Footage: 843.0
  • Square Footage Source: Other
  • Acres: .09
  • LotSizeSource: Assessor
  • WaterfrontYN: No
  • AboveGradeFinishedArea: 843.0
  • BelowGradeUnfinishedArea: 816.0
  • View: Neighborhood, Park/Greenbelt
Property and Assessments
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Subtype 1: Single Family Residence
  • Year Built: 1924
  • Lot Description: Back Yard, Front Yard
  • NewConstructionYN: No
  • GarageYN: No
  • AssociationYN: No
  • PropertyAttachedYN: No
Utilities
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • WaterSource: Public
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Levels: One
  • PropertyCondition: Fixer
Interior Features
  • Appliances: None
  • Basement Type: Full, Unfinished, Storage Space
  • Basement: Yes
  • Total Full Baths: 1
  • Total 1/2 Baths: 0
  • Total 3/4 Baths: 0
  • Total Baths: 1
  • Bedrooms: 2
  • Basement Sq Ft: 0.0
  • Cooling: Other
  • Heat Type: Central
  • Interior Features: None
  • Total # of Rooms: 5
  • FireplaceYN: No
  • LaundryFeatures: Gas Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
Room 1
  • Room Dimensions: 15.0 x 11.0
  • Room Type: Living Room
Room 2
  • Room Dimensions: 11.0 x 10.0
  • Room Type: Dining Room
Room 3
  • Room Dimensions: 11.0 x 8.0
  • Room Type: Kitchen
Room 4
  • Room Dimensions: 10.0 x 9.0
  • Room Type: Primary Bedroom
Room 5
  • Room Dimensions: 10.0 x 9.0
  • Room Type: Bedroom 2

Property History for 1555 Ellsworth Street

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Jun 25, 2026

Sold

Northwest Indiana REALTORS® Association #840244

$70,000
Jun 9, 2026

Pending

Northwest Indiana REALTORS® Association #840244

Jun 9, 2026

In Contract

Northwest Indiana REALTORS® Association #840244

DateEvent & SourcePrice
06/25/2026

Sold

Northwest Indiana REALTORS® Association #840244

$70,000
06/09/2026

Pending

Northwest Indiana REALTORS® Association #840244

06/09/2026

In Contract

Northwest Indiana REALTORS® Association #840244

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

Public Records for 1555 Ellsworth Street

Taxable ValueLand$6,100Additions$57,500Total$63,600
Tax Record2024$1,026 ($86 / month)
Home Facts
Beds2Baths1Total Finished SqFt780 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt780 SqFtStories1Lot Size4,008 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1924CountyLAKEAPN45-08-08-327-013.000-004

Schools near 1555 Ellsworth Street

This home is within Gary Community School Corp.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - K to 5
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Public - K to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Beveridge Elementary School
PublicK to 5

Bailly Preparatory Academy
Public6 to 8

West Side Leadership Academy
Public9 to 12

Gary Virtual Academy
PublicK to 12

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