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4 beds2,155 sqft$80/sqft
305 S Home Ave, Rensselaer, IN 47978
Single FamilyProperty Type
7,405 sq ftLot Size
1941Year Built
$80/sq ftPrice per sq ft
2 carsParking Spaces

Description

This Cape Cod style Home is a Gem that Boasts Approximately 2155 Square Feet of Charm and Functionality on 1 1/2 floors. A thoughtful Addition and Many Updates through the years will make this Well Cared Home sought after by anyone who views it. "There may be Hardwood Floors under the Carpet areas". Kitchen updates include: Quartz Counter tops with Ceramic Back splash and New Hardwood Floors. Installation of Double Pane Windows throughout, Refinished Woodwork, Wiring updates on the upper level, Built...This Cape Cod style Home is a Gem that Boasts Approximately 2155 Square Feet of Charm and Functionality on 1 1/2 floors. A thoughtful Addition and Many Updates through the years will make this Well Cared Home sought after by anyone who views it. "There may be Hardwood Floors under the Carpet areas". Kitchen updates include: Quartz Counter tops with Ceramic Back splash and New Hardwood Floors. Installation of Double Pane Windows throughout, Refinished Woodwork, Wiring updates on the upper level, Built in Storage And updated Bathrooms not to mention Tuck pointing of the exterior brick and the list goes on. Four Bedrooms with the Master Bedroom on the Main Level, Kitchen with Dinette, Sun Room, Formal Dining Room and Living Room, Two Full Baths and Laundry Room will leave New Owners with nothing to want for. This Home is Located in a Historical area of the City, close to all amenities including downtown, shopping and parks. Book your Appointment Today to View this Wonderful Home!
  • Listed by: Terri Phegley • Cornerstone Real Estate Agency
Listing closed: 10/18/2019 12:00 AM • Source: Indiana Regional MLS as distributed by MLS GRID, MLS#: 201841795

Recent comparable sales

Median sold price

$198,000

Avg days on market

120

Sale-to-list ratio

90.6%

Rensselaer, IN

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Property Information for 305 South Home Avenue

Property Details
  • Taxes: $822 / year
  • MLS Type: Residential / Single Family Residence
  • Style: One and Half Story
  • Architectural Style: Cape Cod
  • Subdivision: None
  • Waterfront: No
  • Garage/Number Of Cars: 2
Building Information
  • Year Built: 1941
  • Lot Size: 0.17 AC / 7,405 SF
Summary
Location and General Information
  • Area: Jasper County
  • City: Rensselaer
  • Zip Code: 47978
  • City Zoning: R1
  • State: IN
  • Township: Marion
  • Inside City Limits: Yes
  • Fips Code: 18073
  • Directions To Property: Travel South on College Avenue, Turn East (left) at W John Street. At the intersection of Home Avenue and W John Street you will find this home on the NE corner.
  • Location: City/Town/Suburb
Taxes and HOA
  • Annual Taxes: $822
  • Assoc Dues Frequency: Not Applicable
  • Year Taxes Payable: 2018
  • Parcel Number Id: 37-07-30-003-011.017-027
School Information
  • School District: Rensselaer Central School Corp.
  • Elementary: Rensselaer
  • Middle School: Rensselaer
  • High School: Rensselaer Central
Parking
  • Garage Length: 25.0
  • Garage Width: 23.0
  • Garage: Yes
  • Garage Type: Attached
Property
Lot Information
  • Class: RESIDENTIAL
  • Property Subtype: Site-Built Home
  • Approx Lot Size Acres: 0.17
  • Lot Dimensions: 100 X 75
  • Below Grade Unfin Sqft: 0.0
  • Total Square Feet: 2155.0
  • Upper Level Sqft: 500.0
  • Approx Lot Size Sqft: 7405.0
  • Above Grade Finished Sqft: 2155.0
  • Below Grade Finished Sqft: 0.0
  • Total Below Grade Sqft: 0.0
  • Total Finished Sqft: 2155.0
  • Garage Square Feet: 575.0
  • Above Grade Unfin Sqft: 0.0
  • Lot Description: Corner, Level
  • Main Level Sqft: 1655.0
Property and Assessments
  • New Construction: No
  • Year Built: 1941
  • Age: 78
  • Improvmnts In Last 5 Yrs: Yes
  • Possession: Negotiable
  • Planned Unit Development: No
Green Features
  • Enrgy Efficient Windows/Doors: Double Pane Windows
Utilities
  • Water Utility: City
  • Sewer: City
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Amenities: Countertops-Solid Surf, Disposal, Eat-In Kitchen, Garage Door Opener, Jet Tub, Kitchen Island, Natural Woodwork, Stand Up Shower, Tub/Shower Combination, Formal Dining Room, Main Floor Laundry, Washer Hook-Up, Custom Cabinetry
  • Driveway: Asphalt
  • Exterior: Brick, Vinyl
  • Outbuilding 1: None
  • Platted: Yes
  • Pool: No
  • Roof Material: Asphalt
Interior Features
  • Basement: No
  • Basement/Foundation: Crawl
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Fireplace: No
  • Flooring: Hardwood Floors, Carpet, Vinyl
  • Heating/Fuel: Electric, Gas, Forced Air
  • Number of Above Grade Bedrooms: 4
  • Number of Below Grade Baths: 0
  • Number of Below Grade Bedrooms: 0
  • Number of Full Baths Below Grade: 0
  • Number of Full Baths Main: 1
  • Number of Full Baths Upper: 1
  • Number of Half Baths Below Grade: 0
  • Number of Half Baths Main: 0
  • Number of Half Baths Upper: 0
  • Number of Total Rooms: 11
  • Total Number of Bedrooms: 4
  • Total Number of Full Baths: 2
  • Total Number of Half Baths: 0
  • Total Baths: 2
  • Total Number of Rooms Below Grade: 0
Room
Room Information
  • 1st Bedroom Length: 17.0
  • 1st Bedroom Level: Main
  • 1st Bedroom Width: 14.0
  • 2nd Bedroom Length: 13.0
  • 2nd Bedroom Level: Main
  • 2nd Bedroom Width: 11.0
  • 3rd Bedroom Length: 13.0
  • 3rd Bedroom Level: Upper
  • 3rd Bedroom Width: 14.0
  • 4th Bedroom Length: 13.0
  • 4th Bedroom Level: Upper
  • 4th Bedroom Width: 14.0
  • Breakfast Room Length: 12.0
  • Breakfast Room Level: Main
  • Breakfast Room Width: 10.0
  • Dining Room Length: 12.0
  • Dining Room Level: Main
  • Dining Room Width: 9.0
  • Extra Room Desc: Sun Room
  • Extra Room Length: 15.0
  • Extra Room Level: Main
  • Extra Room Width: 7.0
  • Kitchen Length: 13.0
  • Kitchen Level: Main
  • Kitchen Width: 11.0
  • Laundry Room Length: 8.0
  • Laundry Level: Main
  • Laundry Room Width: 6.0
  • Living/Great Room Length: 17.0
  • Living/Great Room Level: Main
  • Living/Great Room Width: 14.0

Property History for 305 South Home Avenue

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Oct 18, 2019

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1340047651

$172,975
Oct 18, 2019

Sold

Northwest Indiana REALTORS® Association #463265

$172,975
Oct 18, 2019

Sold

Northwest Indiana REALTORS® Association #463265

$172,975
DateEvent & SourcePrice
10/18/2019

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1340047651

$172,975
10/18/2019

Sold

Northwest Indiana REALTORS® Association #463265

$172,975
10/18/2019

Sold

Northwest Indiana REALTORS® Association #463265

$172,975

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

Public Records for 305 South Home Avenue

Taxable ValueLand$22,400Additions$208,500Total$230,900
Tax Record2025$1,153 ($96 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Baths2Total Finished SqFt2,620 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt2,620 SqFtStories1Lot Size7,492 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1941Year Renovated1995ZoningBUFFCountyJASPERAPN37-07-30-003-011.017-027

Schools near 305 South Home Avenue

This home is within Rensselaer Central School Corp.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - PK to 2
Public - 3 to 5
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Rensselaer Central Primary School
PublicPK to 2

Van Rensselaer Elementary School
Public3 to 5

Rensselaer Middle School
Public6 to 8

Rensselaer Central High School
Public9 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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