2288 W Taft St

864 Sq. Ft.
$145 / Sq. Ft.
864
Sq. Ft.
$145
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Welcome to 2288 Taft Street -- a beautifully renovated 3-bedroom, 1-bath ranch situated on a large, fully fenced corner lot in one of Gary's most established and convenient neighborhoods. This turn-key home offers single-level living with a private driveway, brand-new fence, and thoughtfully updated finishes throughout, creating the perfect blend of comfort, privacy, and style.Inside, you'll find a spacious layout filled with natural light, complemented by new carpeting, luxury vinyl flooring, updated...Welcome to 2288 Taft Street -- a beautifully renovated 3-bedroom, 1-bath ranch situated on a large, fully fenced corner lot in one of Gary's most established and convenient neighborhoods. This turn-key home offers single-level living with a private driveway, brand-new fence, and thoughtfully updated finishes throughout, creating the perfect blend of comfort, privacy, and style.Inside, you'll find a spacious layout filled with natural light, complemented by new carpeting, luxury vinyl flooring, updated countertops, modern light fixtures, new windows, and a complete stainless steel appliance package. A brand-new hot water heater adds to the long list of recent upgrades.Whether you're a first-time homebuyer looking for a low-maintenance, move-in ready home, an investor searching for a high-quality rental in a growing area, or a VA/FHA buyer ready to purchase a home with lasting value--this property checks all the boxes.Ideally located near public transportation, shopping, dining, and entertainment options, the home is priced to align with current market conditions and offers an opportunity for well-qualified buyers to secure a fully renovated home with minimal resistance.Don't miss your chance to own this thoughtfully updated, well-positioned home that offers privacy, functionality, and long-term value--all in one.
  1. Listed by Ashley Tarver • @properties/Christie's Intl RE
    P: (219)-628-5568 SoldByAshleyNicole@gmail.com

Property Details for 2288 West Taft Street

Subdivision
The Lyon Add
LISTING UPDATED: 12/01/2025 10:27 AM

Property Details for 2288 West Taft Street

StatusClosed
MLS #823451
Days on Market135
Taxes$352 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Single Family Residence
Year Built1952
Lot Size0.14 AC / 6,098 SF
CountyLake County

Location

Sold By Weichert Realtors - Shoreline

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Building Information for 2288 West Taft Street

Stories-Year Built1952Building Size-Lot Size0.14 AC / 6,098 SF

Payment Calculator

$639 per month

30 year fixed, 6.15% Interest

Principal and Interest

$609

Property Taxes

$29

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 2288 West Taft Street

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Directions: Head west on Main St, turn left on Kennedy Ave, merge onto I-80 W/I-94 W, take exit 6 for Grant St, turn left on Grant St, right on W 25th Ave, left on Taft St. Destination: 2288 W Taft St, Gary, IN 46404.
  • City/Town: Gary
  • State: IN
  • Township: Calumet
  • ZIP: 46404
  • Latitude: 41.58
  • Longitude: -87.37
  • County: Lake
Taxes and HOA
  • Annual Tax Amount: $352.00
  • APN/Key #: 450817130054000004
  • Tax Year: 2023
  • Tax Legal Description: THE LYON ADD. L.23 & 24
Parking
  • Garage Description: Off Street, Driveway, Additional Parking
Property
Lot Information
  • Lot Square Footage: 6,098.00
  • Square Footage: 864.0
  • Square Footage Source: Assessor
  • Acres: .14
Property and Assessments
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Subtype 1: Single Family Residence
  • Year Built: 1952
  • Lot Description: Back Yard, Corner Lot
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Exterior Features: Lighting, Storage, Rain Gutters
  • Levels: One
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Built-In Gas Range, Refrigerator, Microwave
  • Basement Type: Crawl Space
  • Basement: No
  • 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
  • Heat Type: Central
  • Interior Features: None
  • Total # of Rooms: 5
Room 1
  • Room Description: Estimated Measurements
  • Room Dimensions: 12.0 x 14.0
  • Room Type: Primary Bedroom
Room 2
  • Room Description: Estimated Measurements
  • Room Dimensions: 12.0 x 13.0
  • Room Type: Bedroom 2
Room 3
  • Room Description: Estimated Measurements
  • Room Dimensions: 11.0 x 12.0
  • Room Type: Bedroom 3
Room 4
  • Room Description: Estimated Measurements
  • Room Dimensions: 15.0 x 12.0
  • Room Type: Kitchen
Room 5
  • Room Description: Estimated Measurements
  • Room Dimensions: 17.0 x 16.0
  • Room Type: Living Room

Property History for 2288 West Taft Street

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Nov 28, 2025

Sold

Northwest Indiana REALTORS® Association #823451

$125,000
Nov 28, 2025

Pending

Northwest Indiana REALTORS® Association #823451

Nov 28, 2025

In Contract

Northwest Indiana REALTORS® Association #823451

Sep 27, 2025

Pending

Northwest Indiana REALTORS® Association #823451

Sep 27, 2025

In Contract

Northwest Indiana REALTORS® Association #823451

Sep 2, 2025

Price Change

Northwest Indiana REALTORS® Association #823451

$128,000
Aug 15, 2025

Pending

Northwest Indiana REALTORS® Association #823451

Jun 30, 2025

Listed (Active)

Northwest Indiana REALTORS® Association #823451

$140,000
Feb 18, 2025

Sold

Northwest Indiana REALTORS® Association #815426

$58,000
Jan 29, 2025

Pending

Northwest Indiana REALTORS® Association #815426

Jan 29, 2025

In Contract

Northwest Indiana REALTORS® Association #815426

Jan 28, 2025

Listed (Active)

Northwest Indiana REALTORS® Association #815426

$50,000
DateEvent & SourcePrice
11/28/2025

Sold

Northwest Indiana REALTORS® Association #823451

$125,000
11/28/2025

Pending

Northwest Indiana REALTORS® Association #823451

11/28/2025

In Contract

Northwest Indiana REALTORS® Association #823451

09/27/2025

Pending

Northwest Indiana REALTORS® Association #823451

09/27/2025

In Contract

Northwest Indiana REALTORS® Association #823451

09/02/2025

Price Change

Northwest Indiana REALTORS® Association #823451

$128,000
08/15/2025

Pending

Northwest Indiana REALTORS® Association #823451

06/30/2025

Listed (Active)

Northwest Indiana REALTORS® Association #823451

$140,000
02/18/2025

Sold

Northwest Indiana REALTORS® Association #815426

$58,000
01/29/2025

Pending

Northwest Indiana REALTORS® Association #815426

01/29/2025

In Contract

Northwest Indiana REALTORS® Association #815426

01/28/2025

Listed (Active)

Northwest Indiana REALTORS® Association #815426

$50,000

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Schools near 2288 West Taft 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

Lincoln Achievement Center
PublicK to 12

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