817 Nelson St

1,898 Sq. Ft.
$155 / Sq. Ft.
1,898
Sq. Ft.
$155
per Sq. Ft.

Description

This beautifully preserved historic home offers nearly 1,900 sq. ft. of charm with 3 bedrooms and 1.5 baths, ideally located in the heart of West Central Fort Wayne. Step inside to a welcoming foyer highlighted by original wood trim, staircase, and floors. The living room boasts a wood-burning fireplace flanked by built-in shelves and an abundance of natural light. A spacious formal dining room showcases the home’s original trim, while the kitchen features white cabinetry, butcher block counters,...This beautifully preserved historic home offers nearly 1,900 sq. ft. of charm with 3 bedrooms and 1.5 baths, ideally located in the heart of West Central Fort Wayne. Step inside to a welcoming foyer highlighted by original wood trim, staircase, and floors. The living room boasts a wood-burning fireplace flanked by built-in shelves and an abundance of natural light. A spacious formal dining room showcases the home’s original trim, while the kitchen features white cabinetry, butcher block counters, a subway tile backsplash, and stainless steel appliances—all just 3 years old. Outside, enjoy an extended paver patio perfect for relaxing mornings or cozy evenings. Conveniently close to downtown, parks, and shops.
  1. Listed by Jay Arevalo • CENTURY 21 Bradley Realty, Inc • Cell: 260-494-8808

Property Details for 817 Nelson Street

Style
One Story
Subdivision
West Central
Waterfront
No
LISTING UPDATED: 01/20/2026 08:20 PM

Property Details for 817 Nelson Street

StatusSold
MLS #202600335
Days on Market1
Taxes$3,367 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Site-Built Home
Year Built1920
Lot Size0.05 AC / 2,192 SF
CountyAllen County

Location

Listing Courtesy of CENTURY 21 Bradley Realty, Inc

Sold By North Eastern Group Realty

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Building Information for 817 Nelson Street

Stories-Year Built1920Building Size-Lot Size0.05 AC / 2,192 SF

Payment Calculator

$1,718 per month

30 year fixed, 6.15% Interest

Principal and Interest

$1,438

Property Taxes

$281

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 817 Nelson Street

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Area: Allen County
  • City: Fort Wayne
  • Zip + 4: 4128
  • Zip Code: 46802
  • State: IN
  • Township: Wayne
  • Geo Latitude: 41
  • Geo Longitude: -85
  • Fips Code: 18003
  • Directions To Property: Go west on Washington Blvd, turn right Nelson st. House is on the right side.
Taxes and HOA
  • Assessed Value $: $292,900.00
  • Annual Taxes: $3,367
  • Assoc Dues Frequency: Not Applicable
  • Year Taxes Payable: 2025
  • Parcel Number Id: 02-12-03-485-013.000-074
School Information
  • School District: Fort Wayne Community
  • Elementary: Washington
  • Middle School: Kekionga
  • High School: Wayne
Parking
  • Garage: No
  • Off Street Parking: Yes
Property
Lot Information
  • Class: RESIDENTIAL
  • Property Subtype: Site-Built Home
  • Approx Lot Size Acres: 0.05
  • Lot Dimensions: 43X51
  • Lot Number: 1011
  • Below Grade Unfin Sqft: 988.0
  • Total Square Feet: 2886.0
  • Approx Lot Size Sqft: 2192.0
  • Above Grade Finished Sqft: 1898.0
  • Below Grade Finished Sqft: 0.0
  • Total Below Grade Sqft: 988.0
  • Total Finished Sqft: 1898.0
  • Above Grade Unfin Sqft: 0.0
  • Lot Description: Level
Property and Assessments
  • New Construction: No
  • Year Built: 1920
  • Age: 106
  • Planned Unit Development: No
Utilities
  • Water Utility: City
  • Sewer: City
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Amenities: Ceiling Fan(s), Countertops-Solid Surf, Dryer Hook Up Gas/Elec, Foyer Entry, Landscaped, Natural Woodwork, Patio Open, Porch Covered
  • Exterior: Wood
  • Outbuilding 1: None
  • Platted: Yes
  • Pool: No
Interior Features
  • Number of Fireplaces: 1
  • Basement Material: Poured Concrete
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement/Foundation: Full Basement, Unfinished
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Fireplace: Living/Great Rm, Wood Burning
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Heating/Fuel: Gas, Forced Air
  • Number of Above Grade Bedrooms: 3
  • Number of Below Grade Baths: 0
  • Number of Below Grade Bedrooms: 0
  • Number of Full Baths Below Grade: 0
  • Number of Full Baths Main: 0
  • Number of Full Baths Upper: 1
  • Number of Half Baths Below Grade: 0
  • Number of Half Baths Main: 1
  • Number of Half Baths Upper: 0
  • Number of Total Rooms: 7
  • Total Number of Bedrooms: 3
  • Total Number of Full Baths: 1
  • Total Number of Half Baths: 1
  • Total Baths: 2
  • Total Number of Rooms Below Grade: 0
Room
Room Information
  • 1st Bedroom Length: 13.0
  • 1st Bedroom Level: Upper
  • 1st Bedroom Width: 13.0
  • 2nd Bedroom Length: 13.0
  • 2nd Bedroom Level: Upper
  • 2nd Bedroom Width: 12.0
  • 3rd Bedroom Length: 12.0
  • 3rd Bedroom Level: Upper
  • 3rd Bedroom Width: 11.0
  • Dining Room Length: 18.0
  • Dining Room Level: Main
  • Dining Room Width: 12.0
  • Kitchen Length: 16.0
  • Kitchen Level: Main
  • Kitchen Width: 12.0
  • Laundry Room Length: 8.0
  • Laundry Level: Upper
  • Laundry Room Width: 4.0
  • Living/Great Room Length: 25.0
  • Living/Great Room Level: Main
  • Living/Great Room Width: 13.0

Property History for 817 Nelson Street

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Jan 20, 2026

Sold

Indiana Regional MLS #202600335

$295,000
Jan 3, 2026

Pending

Indiana Regional MLS #202600335

Jan 3, 2026

Listed (Active)

Indiana Regional MLS #202600335

$299,900
Jan 1, 2026

Expired

Indiana Regional MLS #202531913

Aug 27, 2025

Pending

Indiana Regional MLS #202531913

Aug 12, 2025

Price Change

Indiana Regional MLS #202531913

$319,900
Aug 12, 2025

Price Change

Indiana Regional MLS #202531913

$309,900
Aug 12, 2025

Listed (Active)

Indiana Regional MLS #202531913

$299,900
Aug 12, 2022

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1510394861

$285,000

+13.2% / yr

Aug 12, 2022

Sold

Indiana Regional MLS #202227202

$285,000
Jul 11, 2022

Pending

Indiana Regional MLS #202227202

Jul 4, 2022

Listed (Active)

Indiana Regional MLS #202227202

$289,900
Sep 28, 2020

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1414714071

$226,000

+7.6% / yr

Sep 28, 2020

Sold

Indiana Regional MLS #202033256

$226,000
Aug 21, 2020

Pending

Indiana Regional MLS #202033256

Aug 21, 2020

Listed (Active)

Indiana Regional MLS #202033256

$239,900
Mar 21, 2011

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1124362109

$112,500
Mar 21, 2011

Sold

Indiana Regional MLS #201013109

$112,500
Jan 26, 2011

Pending

Indiana Regional MLS #201013109

Nov 5, 2010

Listed (Active)

Indiana Regional MLS #201013109

$118,000
Jun 30, 2005

Sold

Indiana Regional MLS #2503583

$107,900
Jun 6, 2005

Pending

Indiana Regional MLS #2503583

Mar 21, 2005

Listed (Active)

Indiana Regional MLS #2503583

$109,900
Nov 13, 1998

Sold

Indiana Regional MLS #9817895

$61,100
Oct 11, 1998

Pending

Indiana Regional MLS #9817895

Sep 5, 1998

Listed (Active)

Indiana Regional MLS #9817895

$61,100
DateEvent & SourcePrice
01/20/2026

Sold

Indiana Regional MLS #202600335

$295,000
01/03/2026

Pending

Indiana Regional MLS #202600335

01/03/2026

Listed (Active)

Indiana Regional MLS #202600335

$299,900
01/01/2026

Expired

Indiana Regional MLS #202531913

08/27/2025

Pending

Indiana Regional MLS #202531913

08/12/2025

Price Change

Indiana Regional MLS #202531913

$319,900
08/12/2025

Price Change

Indiana Regional MLS #202531913

$309,900
08/12/2025

Listed (Active)

Indiana Regional MLS #202531913

$299,900
08/12/2022

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1510394861

$285,000

+13.2% / yr

08/12/2022

Sold

Indiana Regional MLS #202227202

$285,000
07/11/2022

Pending

Indiana Regional MLS #202227202

07/04/2022

Listed (Active)

Indiana Regional MLS #202227202

$289,900
09/28/2020

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1414714071

$226,000

+7.6% / yr

09/28/2020

Sold

Indiana Regional MLS #202033256

$226,000
08/21/2020

Pending

Indiana Regional MLS #202033256

08/21/2020

Listed (Active)

Indiana Regional MLS #202033256

$239,900
03/21/2011

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1124362109

$112,500
03/21/2011

Sold

Indiana Regional MLS #201013109

$112,500
01/26/2011

Pending

Indiana Regional MLS #201013109

11/05/2010

Listed (Active)

Indiana Regional MLS #201013109

$118,000
06/30/2005

Sold

Indiana Regional MLS #2503583

$107,900
06/06/2005

Pending

Indiana Regional MLS #2503583

03/21/2005

Listed (Active)

Indiana Regional MLS #2503583

$109,900
11/13/1998

Sold

Indiana Regional MLS #9817895

$61,100
10/11/1998

Pending

Indiana Regional MLS #9817895

09/05/1998

Listed (Active)

Indiana Regional MLS #9817895

$61,100

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

Public Records for 817 Nelson Street

Taxable ValueLand$37,000Additions$264,300Total$301,300
Tax Record2024$3,367 ($281 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Baths1.5Total Finished SqFt1,502 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,502 SqFtStories1Lot Size2,192 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1920Year Renovated1996CountyALLENAPN02-12-03-485-013.000-074Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 817 Nelson Street

This home is within Fort Wayne Community Schools.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - PK to 5
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Public - K to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Washington Elementary School
PublicPK to 5

Portage Middle School
Public6 to 8

Wayne High School
Public9 to 12

Fort Wayne 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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