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Last Sold Price
4 beds4,500 sqft$183/sqft
500 SE Riverside Dr, Evansville, IN 47713
Single FamilyProperty Type
0.25 acresLot Size
1840Year Built
$183/sq ftPrice per sq ft
2 carsParking Spaces

Description

This stunning home was one of the original elegant homes on the Ohio River built in early Evansville as the city became an industrial power in the Midwest. Known as the Babcock-Walker, it was built in 1840 by Henry Babcock who was a prosperous merchant. After his death, his widow married a Walker. The home was remodeled in 1876 adding the Greek columns and other ornate touches popular at the time. In 1992 the home was acquired by the Phillips family who embarked on a major renovation which has continued...This stunning home was one of the original elegant homes on the Ohio River built in early Evansville as the city became an industrial power in the Midwest. Known as the Babcock-Walker, it was built in 1840 by Henry Babcock who was a prosperous merchant. After his death, his widow married a Walker. The home was remodeled in 1876 adding the Greek columns and other ornate touches popular at the time. In 1992 the home was acquired by the Phillips family who embarked on a major renovation which has continued to this day. At 500 SE Riverside the home is located in the Historic Preservation District surrounded by other restored historic vintage houses. Within walking distance is the Evansville riverfront and all it has to offer including Downtown restaurants and event centers including the Victory Theatre and the Ford Center, Haynie's Corner and the Greenway which runs for 7 miles originating just steps away from this home. There are 4 bedrooms, 4 full and 1 half baths, 8 fireplaces, 15 chandeliers, and 12 ft ceilings in the 4500 finished square feet. All of the flooring is original restored hardwood, marble or quarry stone. Fantastic Kitchen. Beautiful gardens featuring a three tiered fountain and brick patios and walks. A list of improvements, utilities and amenities is posted on line and available in the showing packet. This is a must see to appreciate!
  • Listed by: Carolyn McClintock • F.C. TUCKER EMGE REALTORS
Listing closed: 01/19/2021 11:00 PM • Source: Indiana Regional MLS, MLS#: 202042977

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Property Information for 500 Southeast Riverside Drive

Property Details
  • Taxes: $5,663 / year
  • MLS Type: Residential / Site-Built Home
  • Style: Three Story
  • Architectural Style: Historic
  • Subdivision: None
  • Waterfront: No
  • Garage/Number Of Cars: 2
Building Information
  • Year Built: 1840
  • Lot Size: 0.25 AC / 10,890 SF
Summary
Location and General Information
  • Area: Vanderburgh County
  • City: Evansville
  • Zip Code: 47713
  • State: IN
  • Township: Pigeon
  • Fips Code: 18163
  • Directions To Property: On Riverside Drive between Oak & Mulberry, across from Evansville Museum
  • Location: Historic District
Taxes and HOA
  • Annual Taxes: $5,663
  • Association Dues $: $.00
  • Assoc Dues Frequency: Not Applicable
  • Assoc Restrictions: No
  • Year Taxes Payable: 2020
  • Parcel Number Id: 82-06-30-020-075.001-029
School Information
  • School District: Evansville-Vanderburgh School Corp.
  • Elementary: Tekoppel
  • Middle School: Helfrich
  • High School: Francis Joseph Reitz
Parking
  • Garage Length: 35.0
  • Garage Width: 20.0
  • Garage: Yes
  • Garage Type: Detached
Property
Lot Information
  • Class: RESIDENTIAL
  • Property Subtype: Site-Built Home
  • Approx Lot Size Acres: 0.25
  • Lot Dimensions: 173x86.5
  • Below Grade Unfin Sqft: 500.0
  • Total Square Feet: 6650.0
  • Approx Lot Size Sqft: 10890.0
  • Above Grade Finished Sqft: 4500.0
  • Below Grade Finished Sqft: 0.0
  • Total Below Grade Sqft: 500.0
  • Total Finished Sqft: 4500.0
  • Garage Square Feet: 700.0
  • Above Grade Unfin Sqft: 1650.0
  • Lot Description: Water View
Property and Assessments
  • New Construction: No
  • Year Built: 1840
  • Age: 180
  • Improvmnts In Last 5 Yrs: Yes
  • Planned Unit Development: No
Utilities
  • Electric Company: CenterPoint Energy
  • Gas Company: CenterPoint Energy
  • Water Company: Evansville Water & Sewer
  • Water Utility: Public
  • Sewer: Public
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Amenities: 1st Bdrm En Suite, Alarm System-Security, Attic Storage, Attic-Walk-up, Built-In Bookcase, Cable Ready, Chair Rail, Closet(s) Walk-in, Countertops-Ceramic, Crown Molding, Detector-Smoke, Disposal, Dryer Hook Up Electric, Eat-In Kitchen, Foyer Entry, Garage Door Opener, Garden Tub, Home Warranty Included, Irrigation System, Landscaped, Near Walking Trail, Patio Open, Pocket Doors, Porch Covered, Utility Sink, Stand Up Shower, Tub and Separate Shower, Formal Dining Room, Garage-Heated, Main Floor Laundry, Washer Hook-Up, Custom Cabinetry
  • Driveway: None
  • Exterior: Other
  • Fence: Metal
  • Outbuilding 1: None
  • Platted: Yes
  • Pool: No
  • Roof Material: Slate
Interior Features
  • Number of Fireplaces: 8
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement/Foundation: Unfinished, Walk-up
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Fireplace: Den, Dining Rm, Extra Rm, Kitchen, Living/Great Rm, 1st Bdrm, 2nd Bdrm, 3rd Bdrm, Gas Log, Wood Burning, Three +
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Flooring: Hardwood Floors, Tile, Stone
  • Heating/Fuel: Gas, Forced Air
  • HVAC: Zoned Air Condtioning, Zoned Heating
  • 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: 3
  • Number of Half Baths Below Grade: 0
  • Number of Half Baths Main: 1
  • Number of Half Baths Upper: 0
  • Number of Total Rooms: 14
  • Total Number of Bedrooms: 4
  • Total Number of Full Baths: 4
  • Total Number of Half Baths: 1
  • Total Baths: 5
  • Total Number of Rooms Below Grade: 1
Room
Room Information
  • 1st Bedroom Length: 20.0
  • 1st Bedroom Level: Upper
  • 1st Bedroom Width: 18.0
  • 2nd Bedroom Length: 20.0
  • 2nd Bedroom Level: Upper
  • 2nd Bedroom Width: 12.0
  • 3rd Bedroom Length: 17.0
  • 3rd Bedroom Level: Upper
  • 3rd Bedroom Width: 12.0
  • 4th Bedroom Length: 18.0
  • 4th Bedroom Level: Upper
  • 4th Bedroom Width: 16.0
  • Dining Room Length: 21.0
  • Dining Room Level: Main
  • Dining Room Width: 15.0
  • Family Room Length: 21.0
  • Family Room Level: Main
  • Family Room Width: 18.0
  • Kitchen Length: 21.0
  • Kitchen Level: Main
  • Kitchen Width: 18.0
  • Laundry Room Length: 12.0
  • Laundry Level: Main
  • Laundry Room Width: 10.0
  • Living/Great Room Length: 20.0
  • Living/Great Room Level: Main
  • Living/Great Room Width: 20.0
  • Den Length: 18.0
  • Den Level: Main
  • Den Width: 16.0

Property History for 500 Southeast Riverside Drive

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Jan 19, 2021

Sold

Indiana Regional MLS #202042977

$825,000
Jan 19, 2021

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1512072148

$825,000
Dec 13, 2020

Pending

Indiana Regional MLS #202042977

DateEvent & SourcePrice
01/19/2021

Sold

Indiana Regional MLS #202042977

$825,000
01/19/2021

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1512072148

$825,000
12/13/2020

Pending

Indiana Regional MLS #202042977

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Public Records for 500 Southeast Riverside Drive

Taxable ValueLand$20,100Additions$561,300Total$581,400
Tax Record2025$8,681 ($723 / month)
Home Facts
Beds4Baths4.5Total Finished SqFt4,762 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt4,762 SqFtStories2Lot Size10,950 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1860Year Renovated1860CountyVANDERBURGHAPN82-06-30-020-075.001-029

Schools near 500 Southeast Riverside Drive

This home is within Evansville Vanderburgh Sch 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
Tekoppel Elementary School
PublicK to 5

Helfrich Park Stem Academy
Public6 to 8

Francis Joseph Reitz High School
Public9 to 12

EVSC Virtual Academy
PublicK 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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