Active
4 beds2,088 sqft
8733 Highway 231, Rensselaer, IN 47978
Est: $1,581/moGet pre-approved
Single FamilyProperty Type
0.54 acresLot Size
1968Year Built
$141/sq ftPrice per sq ft
2 carsParking Spaces

Description

Welcome to this spacious 4-bedroom, 1.5-bath home offering approximately 2,088 square feet of living space! The inviting layout features a large living room filled with natural light that flows into the dining room, complete with an additional eating bar area that ties into the kitchen. If you love to cook, or just enjoy a bright, beautiful space, this kitchen features full, stainless-steel appliances, some open shelving, and plenty of cabinet space. The cozy family room features wood beams, recessed...Welcome to this spacious 4-bedroom, 1.5-bath home offering approximately 2,088 square feet of living space! The inviting layout features a large living room filled with natural light that flows into the dining room, complete with an additional eating bar area that ties into the kitchen. If you love to cook, or just enjoy a bright, beautiful space, this kitchen features full, stainless-steel appliances, some open shelving, and plenty of cabinet space. The cozy family room features wood beams, recessed lighting, decorative fireplace, and a sliding door leading to the attached 3-season room--providing additional space to enjoy throughout the year. A convenient laundry area is located just off the half bath and includes a newer washer & dryer. The 4th bedroom is on the main floor making it an ideal option for alternative uses such as a home office. Upstairs, you'll find 3 generously-sized bedrooms and a full bath shared with the primary. Outside, the property offers an impressive collection of storage & garage space, including a 2-car attached garage, 24' x 40' detached garage, 25' x 25' pole barn, & utility shed. Situated on a 1/2 acre corner lot on US Highway 231, gives this property an ideal location providing easy access to I-65 and SR 16. With so much to offer, inside and out, this home could be just the one you were searching for!
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  • Listed by: Noelle Weishaar 219.863.5475 nweishaar@yahoo.com • Jenkins Real Estate, Inc.
Last updated: 09/22/2026 11:43 AM • Source: Northwest Indiana REALTORS® Association as distributed by MLS GRID, MLS#: NRA845679

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Property Information for 8733 Highway 231

Property Details
  • Taxes: $740 / year
  • MLS Type: Residential / Single Family Residence
  • Subdivision: Borntrager Subdivision
  • Garage # of Cars: 2
  • OriginalListPrice: $294,000.00
  • NRA_DelayedMarketingYN: No
  • NRA_ExemptionYN: Yes
  • SpecialListingConditions: None
  • NRA_AuctionYN: No
  • NRA_EarnestMoneyDeposit: $2,000.00
Building Information
  • Year Built: 1968
  • Lot Size: 0.54 AC / 23,600 SF
Summary
Location and General Information
  • Directions: US Hwy 231 south out of Rensselaer to CR 875 S, House sits on the NE corner.
  • Cross Street Address: CR 875 South
  • City/Town: Rensselaer
  • State: IN
  • Township: Marion
  • ZIP: 47978
  • Latitude: 40.88
  • Longitude: -87.15
  • County: Jasper
Taxes and HOA
  • Annual Tax Amount: $740.00
  • APN/Key #: 370407000001001026
  • Tax Year: 2026
  • Tax Legal Description: Borntrager Sub No 1, Lot 1
School Information
  • School District: Rensselaer Central
Parking
  • Garage Description: Attached, Garage Faces Front, Driveway, Asphalt, Off Street, Garage Door Opener
Property
Lot Information
  • Lot Square Footage: 23,600.00
  • Square Footage: 2088.0
  • Square Footage Source: Assessor
  • Acres: .54
  • LotSizeSource: Assessor
  • WaterfrontYN: No
  • AboveGradeFinishedArea: 2088.0
  • View: Rural
Property and Assessments
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Subtype 1: Single Family Residence
  • Year Built: 1968
  • Lot Description: Back Yard, Front Yard, Corner Lot
  • AdditionalParcelsYN: No
  • NewConstructionYN: No
  • GarageYN: Yes
  • AssociationYN: No
  • PropertyAttachedYN: No
Utilities
  • Utilities: Electricity Connected, Natural Gas Connected
  • Electric: 100 Amp Service
  • Sewer: Septic Tank
  • WaterSource: Well
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Out Buildings: Garage(s), Shed(s), Outbuilding
  • Construction Materials: Brick, Vinyl Siding
  • Levels: Two
  • PatioAndPorchFeatures: Covered, Front Porch, Enclosed
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Dryer, Washer, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Refrigerator, Microwave, Gas Water Heater, Gas Range, Dishwasher
  • Basement Type: Crawl Space
  • Basement: No
  • Total Full Baths: 1
  • Total 1/2 Baths: 1
  • Total 3/4 Baths: 0
  • Total Baths: 2
  • Bedrooms: 4
  • Basement Sq Ft: 0.0
  • Cooling: Central Air, Ceiling Fan(s)
  • Flooring: Carpet, Vinyl, Laminate
  • Heat Type: Central, Natural Gas
  • Interior Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Recessed Lighting, Entrance Foyer
  • Roof: Shingle
  • Total # of Rooms: 8
  • FireplaceYN: No
  • LaundryFeatures: Gas Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup, Main Level
Room 1
  • Room Description: All measurements are appx. buyer to verify.
  • Room Dimensions: 22.0 x 13.8
  • Room Type: Living Room
Room 2
  • Room Dimensions: 13.6 x 10.0
  • Room Type: Dining Room
Room 3
  • Room Dimensions: 15.4 x 10.0
  • Room Type: Kitchen
Room 4
  • Room Dimensions: 17.0 x 15.0
  • Room Type: Family Room
Room 5
  • Room Dimensions: 14.0 x 13.0
  • Room Type: Primary Bedroom
Room 6
  • Room Dimensions: 12.0 x 10.6
  • Room Type: Bedroom 2
Room 7
  • Room Dimensions: 11.3 x 9.4
  • Room Type: Bedroom 3
Room 8
  • Room Dimensions: 11.0 x 9.1
  • Room Type: Bedroom 4

Property History for 8733 Highway 231

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Sep 21, 2026

Listed (Active)

Northwest Indiana REALTORS® Association #NRA845679

$294,000
May 15, 2019

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1315670549

$170,000

+42.9% / yr

May 15, 2019

Sold

Northwest Indiana REALTORS® Association #451600

$170,000
DateEvent & SourcePrice
09/21/2026

Listed (Active)

Northwest Indiana REALTORS® Association #NRA845679

$294,000
05/15/2019

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1315670549

$170,000

+42.9% / yr

05/15/2019

Sold

Northwest Indiana REALTORS® Association #451600

$170,000

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

Public Records for 8733 Highway 231

Taxable ValueLand$26,600Additions$192,900Total$219,500
Tax Record2025$740 ($62 / month)
Home Facts
Beds4Baths1.5Total Finished SqFt2,088 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt2,088 SqFtStories2Lot Size23,392 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1968Year Renovated2005ZoningBUFFCountyJASPERAPN37-04-07-000-001.001-026

Schools near 8733 Highway 231

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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8733 Highway 231 is a single family home for sale in Rensselaer, IN 47978. This property was listed for sale on September 21, 2026 by Jenkins Real Estate, Inc., it's currently listed at $294,000. It has been on the market for a total of 1 days and was last sold on May 15, 2019. This listing's school district is Rensselaer Central School Corp. Nearby schools include Rensselaer Central Primary School, Van Rensselaer Elementary School and Rensselaer Middle School. 8733 Highway 231 is a 4-bed, 2-bath, 2,088 sqft single family home built in 1968.

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