4 beds6,669 sqft$148/sqft
5430 E James RdBloomington, IN47408
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Description

Just minutes from Indiana University, but tucked away on a private road, is this brick home surrounded on 6.55 acres of wooded beauty. This custom home with beautiful natural textures on all three levels has stunning views. This earthy home with two geothermal units has skylights, passive, solar and beautiful custom features that include curved stair, beautiful fireplace and spacious bedrooms. The main level primary suite has a luxury bath that’s been updated and has serene views of the garden. The...Just minutes from Indiana University, but tucked away on a private road, is this brick home surrounded on 6.55 acres of wooded beauty. This custom home with beautiful natural textures on all three levels has stunning views. This earthy home with two geothermal units has skylights, passive, solar and beautiful custom features that include curved stair, beautiful fireplace and spacious bedrooms. The main level primary suite has a luxury bath that’s been updated and has serene views of the garden. The upper level bedrooms are en suite, have a loft overlook and also feature a secondary stair and additional storage area. This home on a ridge has built-ins throughout and a beautifully updated kitchen with induction stove, recent appliances, and a beautiful built in eat in breakfast room. The finished lower level features a wonderful recreation room that walks out to a stupendous south facing lawn surrounded by mature trees on the perimeter. There is a detached gardening utility garage that is great for outdoor entertaining. James Road in Kingston Estates is one of Bloomington‘s favorite established neighborhoods that is on a cul-de-sac with neighbors on estate sized sites. Pop into Bloomingfoods in three minutes from this conveniently located home that feels separated from it all, but is close to everything. Great access to Indiana University, College Mall, and Bloomington’s cultural activities
LISTING UPDATED: 07/17/2026 02:30 PM

  1. Listed by Jeff Franklin • FC Tucker/Bloomington REALTORS • franklin@tuckerbloomington.com

Property Details for 5430 East James Road

Status
MLS #
202628552
Days on Market
13
Taxes
$5,595 / year
HOA Fees
-
Condo/Co-op Fees
-
Property Type
MLS Type
Residential / Site-Built Home
Year Built
1981
Lot Size
6.55 AC / 285,318 SF
Style
One and Half Story
Subdivision
Kingston Estates
Waterfront
No
Garage/Number Of Cars
2

Location

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Building Information for 5430 East James Road

Stories-Year Built1981Building Size-Lot Size6.55 AC / 285,318 SF

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Property Information for 5430 East James Road

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Area: Monroe County
  • City: Bloomington
  • Zip Code: 47408
  • State: IN
  • Township: Benton
  • Geo Latitude: 39
  • Geo Longitude: -86
  • Fips Code: 18105
  • Directions To Property: GPS Friendly
Taxes and HOA
  • Annual Taxes: $5,595
  • Assoc Dues Frequency: Not Applicable
  • Year Taxes Payable: 2026
  • Parcel Number Id: 53-06-31-401-004.000-003
School Information
  • School District: Monroe County Community School Corp.
  • Elementary: University
  • Middle School: Tri-North
  • High School: Bloomington North
Parking
  • Garage Length: 27.0
  • Garage Width: 32.0
  • Garage: Yes
  • Garage Type: Attached
Property
Lot Information
  • Class: RESIDENTIAL
  • Property Subtype: Site-Built Home
  • Approx Lot Size Acres: 6.55
  • Lot Dimensions: Irregular
  • Below Grade Unfin Sqft: 2054.0
  • Total Square Feet: 8723.0
  • Approx Lot Size Sqft: 285318.0
  • Above Grade Finished Sqft: 5895.0
  • Below Grade Finished Sqft: 774.0
  • Total Below Grade Sqft: 2828.0
  • Total Finished Sqft: 6669.0
  • Garage Square Feet: 864.0
  • Above Grade Unfin Sqft: 0.0
  • Lot Description: Irregular
Property and Assessments
  • New Construction: No
  • Year Built: 1981
  • Age: 45
  • Planned Unit Development: No
Utilities
  • Water Utility: Public
  • Sewer: Septic
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Amenities: 1st Bdrm En Suite, Breakfast Bar, Built-In Bookcase, Built-In Entertainment Ct, Cable Ready, Closet(s) Walk-in, Countertops-Solid Surf, Disposal, Foyer Entry, Kitchen Island, Patio Covered, Skylight(s), Twin Sink Vanity, Utility Sink, Stand Up Shower, Tub and Separate Shower, Tub/Shower Combination, Formal Dining Room
  • Exterior: Brick
  • Outbuilding 1: None
  • Platted: Yes
  • Pool: No
Interior Features
  • Number of Fireplaces: 1
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement/Foundation: Full Basement
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Fireplace: Living/Great Rm
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Flooring: Hardwood Floors, Ceramic Tile
  • Heating/Fuel: Geothermal
  • Number of Above Grade Bedrooms: 4
  • Number of Below Grade Baths: 1
  • Number of Below Grade Bedrooms: 0
  • Number of Full Baths Below Grade: 1
  • Number of Full Baths Main: 1
  • Number of Full Baths Upper: 2
  • Number of Half Baths Below Grade: 0
  • Number of Half Baths Main: 1
  • Number of Half Baths Upper: 0
  • Number of Total Rooms: 11
  • 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: 2
Room
Room Information
  • 1st Bedroom Length: 23.0
  • 1st Bedroom Level: Main
  • 1st Bedroom Width: 22.0
  • 2nd Bedroom Length: 31.0
  • 2nd Bedroom Level: Upper
  • 2nd Bedroom Width: 22.0
  • 3rd Bedroom Length: 17.0
  • 3rd Bedroom Level: Upper
  • 3rd Bedroom Width: 14.0
  • 4th Bedroom Length: 16.0
  • 4th Bedroom Level: Upper
  • 4th Bedroom Width: 17.0
  • Dining Room Length: 14.0
  • Dining Room Level: Main
  • Dining Room Width: 18.0
  • Family Room Length: 24.0
  • Family Room Level: Lower
  • Family Room Width: 33.0
  • Kitchen Length: 18.0
  • Kitchen Level: Main
  • Kitchen Width: 13.0
  • Laundry Room Length: 14.0
  • Laundry Level: Main
  • Laundry Room Width: 10.0
  • Living/Great Room Length: 19.0
  • Living/Great Room Level: Main
  • Living/Great Room Width: 16.0
  • Den Length: 20.0
  • Den Level: Main
  • Den Width: 14.0
  • Other Room 1 Description: Utility
  • Other Room 1 Length: 13.0
  • Other Room 1 Level: Lower
  • Other Room 1 Width: 13.0
  • Rec Rm Length: 33.0
  • Rec Rm Level: Lower
  • Rec Rm Width: 33.0

Property History for 5430 East James Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Jul 16, 2026

Listed (Active)

Indiana Regional MLS #202628552

$989,000
Mar 31, 2010

Sold

Indiana Regional MLS #404676

$485,000
Feb 4, 2010

Pending

Indiana Regional MLS #404676

DateEvent & SourcePrice
07/16/2026

Listed (Active)

Indiana Regional MLS #202628552

$989,000
03/31/2010

Sold

Indiana Regional MLS #404676

$485,000
02/04/2010

Pending

Indiana Regional MLS #404676

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

Public Records for 5430 East James Road

Taxable ValueLand$106,000Additions$586,000Total$692,000
Tax Record2025$5,595 ($466 / month)
Home Facts
Beds4Baths4.5Total Finished SqFt6,669 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt5,895 SqFtFinished Basement SqFt774 SqFtStories1Lot Size285,318 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1981Year Renovated1988ZoningRE25CountyMONROEAPN53-06-31-401-004.000-003

Schools near 5430 East James Road

This home is within Monroe County Com Sch Corp.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - PK to 6
Public - 7 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Public - 7 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
University Elementary School
PublicPK to 6

Tri-North Middle School
Public7 to 8

Bloomington High School North
Public9 to 12

Bloomington Graduation School
Public7 to 12

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5430 East James Road is a single family home for sale in Bloomington, IN 47408. This property was listed for sale on July 16, 2026 by FC Tucker/Bloomington REALTORS, it's currently listed at $989,000. It has been on the market for a total of 13 days and was last sold on March 31, 2010. This listing's school district is Monroe County Com Sch Corp. Nearby schools include University Elementary School, Tri-North Middle School and Bloomington High School North. 5430 East James Road is a 4-bed, 5-bath, 6,669 sqft single family home built in 1981.

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