243 Taft Pl

1,399 Sq. Ft.
$96 / Sq. Ft.
1,399
Sq. Ft.
$96
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Well-maintained home where all the BIG items are already done for you! From the brand new furnace (just 4 months old) and the 1-year old AC to the 3-year old roof, recent hot water heater, and NEW siding on both the house and garage. The heavy lifting is complete. Inside, you'll find approximately 1,400 sqft of total living space across two levels, including a finished basement that adds a family area, bedroom, and laundry room, plenty of room to spread out, host, or grow. Located with easy access...Well-maintained home where all the BIG items are already done for you! From the brand new furnace (just 4 months old) and the 1-year old AC to the 3-year old roof, recent hot water heater, and NEW siding on both the house and garage. The heavy lifting is complete. Inside, you'll find approximately 1,400 sqft of total living space across two levels, including a finished basement that adds a family area, bedroom, and laundry room, plenty of room to spread out, host, or grow. Located with easy access to major highways, this is the perfect opportunity to step into homeownership without worrying about replacing the expensive stuff. Bring your personal vision and make this house feel like home!
  1. Listed by Debra Hull • Brokerworks Group
    P: (708)-879-1563 C: (708)-879-1563 soldbydebra.re@gmail.com

Property Details for 243 Taft Place

Subdivision
Gary Land Companys 05
Garage # of Cars
2
OriginalListPrice
$135,000.00
NRA_DelayedMarketingYN
No
StartShowingDate
06-18-2026
NRA_ExemptionYN
No
SpecialListingConditions
None
NRA_AuctionYN
No
LISTING UPDATED: 06/18/2026 02:18 AM

Property Details for 243 Taft Place

StatusActive
MLS #840274
Days on Market2
Taxes$450 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Property TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Single Family Residence
Year Built1940
Lot Size0.12 AC / 5,271 SF
CountyLake County

Location

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Building Information for 243 Taft Place

Stories-Year Built1940Building Size-Lot Size0.12 AC / 5,271 SF

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Property Information for 243 Taft Place

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Directions: From I-65 North to East Dunes Hwy, turn right on Taft St, then left on W Second Pl, right on Taft Pl, home on your right
  • City/Town: Gary
  • State: IN
  • Township: Calumet
  • ZIP: 46404
  • Latitude: 41.61
  • Longitude: -87.37
  • County: Lake
Taxes and HOA
  • Annual Tax Amount: $450.00
  • APN/Key #: 450805136008000004
  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Tax Legal Description: GARY LAND CO'S. 5TH SUB. N. 2 FT. OF L.8 BL.17 ALL L.9 BL.17 S. 10 FT. OF L.10 B L.17
Parking
  • Garage Description: Additional Parking
Property
Lot Information
  • Lot Square Footage: 5,271.00
  • Square Footage: 1399.0
  • Acres: .12
  • LotSizeSource: Assessor
  • WaterfrontYN: No
  • AboveGradeFinishedArea: 901.0
  • BelowGradeUnfinishedArea: 0.0
  • View: Neighborhood
Property and Assessments
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Subtype 1: Single Family Residence
  • Year Built: 1940
  • Lot Description: Back Yard
  • NewConstructionYN: No
  • GarageYN: Yes
  • AssociationYN: No
  • PropertyAttachedYN: No
Utilities
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • WaterSource: Public
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Out Buildings: Garage(s)
  • Levels: One
  • Fencing: Chain Link, Fenced
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Dryer, Washer, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Microwave, Gas Range
  • Basement Type: Finished
  • Basement: Yes
  • Total Full Baths: 1
  • Total 1/2 Baths: 0
  • Total 3/4 Baths: 0
  • Total Baths: 1
  • Bedrooms: 3
  • Basement Sq Ft: 498.0
  • Cooling: Central Air, Ceiling Fan(s)
  • Flooring: Carpet
  • Heat Type: Forced Air
  • Interior Features: Ceiling Fan(s)
  • Total # of Rooms: 7
  • FireplaceYN: No
  • LaundryFeatures: Laundry Room
Room 1
  • Room Dimensions: 16.0 x 12.0
  • Room Type: Living Room
Room 2
  • Room Dimensions: 10.0 x 6.0
  • Room Type: Dining Room
Room 3
  • Room Dimensions: 10.0 x 8.0
  • Room Type: Kitchen
Room 4
  • Room Dimensions: 14.0 x 10.0
  • Room Type: Primary Bedroom
Room 5
  • Room Dimensions: 11.0 x 9.0
  • Room Type: Bedroom 2
Room 6
  • Room Dimensions: 15.0 x 12.0
  • Room Type: Bedroom 3
Room 7
  • Room Dimensions: 14.0 x 7.0
  • Room Type: Laundry

Property History for 243 Taft Place

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Jun 6, 2026

Listed (Active)

Northwest Indiana REALTORS® Association #840274

$135,000
DateEvent & SourcePrice
06/06/2026

Listed (Active)

Northwest Indiana REALTORS® Association #840274

$135,000

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

Public Records for 243 Taft Place

Taxable ValueLand$7,600Additions$78,400Total$86,000
Tax Record2024$556 ($46 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Baths1Total Finished SqFt901 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt901 SqFtStories1Lot Size5,271 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1940CountyLAKEAPN45-08-05-136-008.000-004

Schools near 243 Taft Place

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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243 Taft Place is a single family home for sale in Gary, IN 46404. This property was listed for sale on June 6, 2026 by Brokerworks Group, it's currently listed at $135,000. This listing's school district is Gary Community School Corp. Nearby schools include Beveridge Elementary School, Bailly Preparatory Academy and West Side Leadership Academy. 243 Taft Place is a 3-bed, 1-bath, 1,399 sqft single family home built in 1940.

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