839 W Colfax Ave, Unit 2

3,256 Sq. Ft.
$68 / Sq. Ft.
3,256
Sq. Ft.
$68
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Located in the Historic Near West Side Neighborhood of South Bend, Oliver Mansion around the corner and many historic large older homes. 2 family dwelling house single entrance with split vestibule, each side is identical layout with 1.5 baths and 3 bedrooms up with nice partially open staircase. Lower has Living, Dining, kitchen and 1/2 bath. This is a must see for the investor or for ND football weekends, or for an expanded family group. Many possibilities. May be subject to tenants rights! Just...Located in the Historic Near West Side Neighborhood of South Bend, Oliver Mansion around the corner and many historic large older homes. 2 family dwelling house single entrance with split vestibule, each side is identical layout with 1.5 baths and 3 bedrooms up with nice partially open staircase. Lower has Living, Dining, kitchen and 1/2 bath. This is a must see for the investor or for ND football weekends, or for an expanded family group. Many possibilities. May be subject to tenants rights! Just 4 minutes to Memorial Hospital and only 9 minutes to Notre Dame.
  1. Listed by Larry Nickell • Woodlands & Waters Real Estate, INC. • Cell: 219-716-3202

Property Details for 839 West Colfax Avenue, Unit 2

Style
Two Story
Architectural Style
Historic
Subdivision
Cobb(s)
Waterfront
No
Water Features
None
Garage/Number Of Cars
2
LISTING UPDATED: 12/06/2025 03:47 PM

Property Details for 839 West Colfax Avenue, Unit 2

StatusActive
MLS #202530485
Days on Market152
Taxes$2,000 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Site-Built Home
Year Built1912
Lot Size0.25 AC / 10,890 SF
CountySt. Joseph County

Location

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Building Information for 839 West Colfax Avenue, Unit 2

Stories-Year Built1912Building Size-Lot Size0.25 AC / 10,890 SF

Payment Calculator

$1,238 per month

30 year fixed, 6.15% Interest

Principal and Interest

$1,072

Property Taxes

$167

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 839 West Colfax Avenue, Unit 2

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Area: St. Joseph County
  • City: South Bend
  • Zip Code: 46601
  • City Zoning: Unknown
  • State: IN
  • Township: Portage
  • Cross Street: Chapin St
  • Geo Latitude: 42
  • Geo Longitude: -86
  • Inside City Limits: Yes
  • Zoning Description: Historic residental
  • Fips Code: 18141
  • Directions To Property: Chapin St to Colfax turn left 4th house on right see signs
Taxes and HOA
  • Annual Taxes: $2,000
  • Assoc Dues Frequency: Not Applicable
  • Year Taxes Payable: 2024
  • Parcel Number Id: 71-08-11-203-048.000-026
School Information
  • School District: South Bend Community School Corp.
  • Elementary: Coquillard
  • Middle School: Edison
  • High School: Riley
Parking
  • Garage Length: 28.0
  • Garage Width: 16.0
  • Garage: Yes
  • Off Street Parking: Yes
  • Garage Type: Detached
Property
Lot Information
  • Class: RESIDENTIAL
  • Property Subtype: Site-Built Home
  • Approx Lot Size Acres: 0.25
  • Lot Dimensions: 55' X 198'
  • Lot Number: 69
  • Below Grade Unfin Sqft: 1296.0
  • Total Square Feet: 5152.0
  • Upper Level Sqft: 1296.0
  • Approx Lot Size Sqft: 10890.0
  • Above Grade Finished Sqft: 3256.0
  • Below Grade Finished Sqft: 0.0
  • Total Below Grade Sqft: 1296.0
  • Total Finished Sqft: 3256.0
  • Garage Square Feet: 448.0
  • Above Grade Unfin Sqft: 600.0
  • Lot Description: Historic Designation
  • Main Level Sqft: 1296.0
Property and Assessments
  • New Construction: No
  • Year Built: 1912
  • Age: 113
  • Planned Unit Development: No
Utilities
  • Water Utility: City
  • Sewer: City
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Exterior: Wood
  • Outbuilding 1: None
  • Platted: Yes
  • Pool: No
Interior Features
  • Basement Material: Block, Poured Concrete, Stone
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement/Foundation: Outside Entrance Only, Partial Basement
  • Cooling: Window
  • Fireplace: None
  • Fireplace: No
  • Heating/Fuel: Gas, Conventional, Forced Air
  • Number of Above Grade Bedrooms: 6
  • Number of Below Grade Baths: 0
  • Number of Below Grade Bedrooms: 0
  • Number of Full Baths Below Grade: 0
  • Number of Full Baths Main: 2
  • Number of Full Baths Upper: 2
  • Number of Half Baths Below Grade: 0
  • Number of Half Baths Main: 2
  • Number of Half Baths Upper: 0
  • Number of Total Rooms: 12
  • Total Number of Bedrooms: 6
  • Total Number of Full Baths: 4
  • Total Number of Half Baths: 2
  • Total Baths: 6
  • Total Number of Rooms Below Grade: 0
Room
Room Information
  • 1st Bedroom Length: 12.0
  • 1st Bedroom Level: Upper
  • 1st Bedroom Width: 15.0
  • 2nd Bedroom Length: 12.0
  • 2nd Bedroom Level: Upper
  • 2nd Bedroom Width: 11.0
  • 3rd Bedroom Length: 12.0
  • 3rd Bedroom Level: Upper
  • 3rd Bedroom Width: 10.0
  • 4th Bedroom Length: 12.0
  • 4th Bedroom Level: Upper
  • 4th Bedroom Width: 15.0
  • 5th Bedroom Length: 12.0
  • 5th Bedroom Level: Upper
  • 5th Bedroom Width: 11.0
  • Dining Room Length: 12.0
  • Dining Room Level: Main
  • Dining Room Width: 12.0
  • Extra Room Desc: 6th Bedroom
  • Extra Room Length: 12.0
  • Extra Room Level: Upper
  • Extra Room Width: 10.0
  • Kitchen Length: 12.0
  • Kitchen Level: Main
  • Kitchen Width: 9.0
  • Laundry Level: Basement
  • Living/Great Room Length: 12.0
  • Living/Great Room Level: Main
  • Living/Great Room Width: 12.0
  • Rec Rm Level: Upper

Property History for 839 West Colfax Avenue, Unit 2

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Aug 1, 2025

Price Change

Indiana Regional MLS #202530485

$289,900
Aug 1, 2025

Price Change

Indiana Regional MLS #202530485

$249,900
Aug 1, 2025

Listed (Active)

Indiana Regional MLS #202530485

$219,900
DateEvent & SourcePrice
08/01/2025

Price Change

Indiana Regional MLS #202530485

$289,900
08/01/2025

Price Change

Indiana Regional MLS #202530485

$249,900
08/01/2025

Listed (Active)

Indiana Regional MLS #202530485

$219,900

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Schools near 839 West Colfax Avenue, Unit 2

This home is within South Bend Community Sch Corp.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - PK to 5
Public - PK to 8
Public - K to 5
Public - 6 to 8
Rating
School
Distance
Hamilton Traditional School
PublicPK to 5

Clay Intermediate Center
PublicPK to 8

Madison Primary Center
PublicK to 5

Jackson Middle School
Public6 to 8

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839 West Colfax Avenue, Unit 2 is a single family home for sale in South Bend, IN 46601. This property was listed for sale on August 1, 2025 by Woodlands & Waters Real Estate, INC., it's currently listed at $219,900. This listing's school district is South Bend Community Sch Corp. Nearby schools include Hamilton Traditional School, Clay Intermediate Center and Madison Primary Center. 839 West Colfax Avenue, Unit 2 is a 6-bed, 6-bath, 3,256 sqft single family home built in 1912.

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