Investor opportunity in the heart of Fort Wayne's desirable 46807 district (TENANT ALREADY IN PLACE) ! This well-maintained 3-bedroom, 1-bath two-story home offers immediate cash flow with a tenant already in place through March 2027 at $1,600 per month, creating a turnkey investment with stable income from day one.Located just minutes from Electric Works, downtown Fort Wayne, restaurants, entertainment, parks, and major employment centers, this property combines historic character with numerous updates completed during the current ownership period. Improvements include a remodeled kitchen with updated cabinetry and countertops, remodeled bathroom, updated flooring, refreshed interior and exterior finishes, and freshly painted front porch accents. Major mechanical updates include a new furnace and central air conditioning installed in 2022, with the HVAC system professionally serviced on June 19, 2026. Additional updates include a refrigerator and stove installed in 2022, along with a washer and dryer added in 2025.The property also benefits from a structural engineer assessment completed in 2022 regarding the basement, providing additional information and peace of mind for future ownership.The home offers approximately 1,408 square feet, spacious bedrooms, a dedicated dining room, basement storage, detached garage with alley access, a large covered front porch, and a generously sized lot. Investors will appreciate the opportunity to acquire a performing asset with an established tenant already in place, reducing vacancy concerns and providing predictable income from day one.Whether you're expanding your portfolio or seeking a well-maintained investment property in one of Fort Wayne's most active growth corridors, 1005 Cottage Avenue presents an excellent opportunity to secure a leased property with proven rental income and substantial recent improvements.Tenant occupied through March 2027. Lease available upon request. Minimum 24-hour notice required for all showings, and showings to only be on Tuesdays. Property is being sold AS-IS. Some photos have been digital staged for tenant privacy.
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$164,900
1005 Cottage Ave, Fort Wayne, IN 46807
3beds
1,408sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1906
5,662 Square Feet Lot
$162,800 Zestimate®
$--/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Basement storageGenerously sized lotLarge covered front porchSpacious bedroomsDedicated dining roomUpdated flooringRemodeled bathroom
- 15 days |
- 985 |
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Listed by:
Edmond Jemison Cell:260-515-3438,
CENTURY 21 Bradley Realty, Inc
Source: IRMLS,MLS#: 202624367
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Bedroom 1
- Level: Upper
Bedroom 2
- Level: Upper
Dining room
- Level: Main
- Area: 204
- Dimensions: 12 x 17
Kitchen
- Level: Main
- Area: 160
- Dimensions: 10 x 16
Living room
- Level: Main
- Area: 234
- Dimensions: 13 x 18
Heating
- Natural Gas, Forced Air, High Efficiency Furnace
Cooling
- Central Air, ENERGY STAR Qualified Equipment
Appliances
- Included: Range/Oven Hook Up Elec, Refrigerator, Washer, Electric Cooktop, Dryer-Electric, Electric Range, Gas Water Heater
- Laundry: Electric Dryer Hookup, Main Level, Washer Hookup
Features
- Walk-In Closet(s), Laminate Counters, Tub/Shower Combination, Formal Dining Room
- Flooring: Carpet, Laminate
- Basement: Partial,Unfinished
- Has fireplace: No
- Fireplace features: None
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,936
- Total interior livable area: 1,408 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,408
- Finished area below ground: 0
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Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Detached, Gravel
- Garage spaces: 1
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Covered
- Fencing: Chain Link,Pet Fence
Lot
- Size: 5,662 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 41' x 133'
- Features: Level, Wooded, City/Town/Suburb
Details
- Parcel number: 020821331015.000072
- Zoning: R1
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Traditional,Foursquare
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Wood Siding, Masonite
- Roof: Asphalt,Shingle
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1906
Utilities & green energy
- Gas: NIPSCO
- Sewer: City
- Water: City, Fort Wayne City Utilities
- Utilities for property: Cable Connected
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Sidewalks
- Subdivision: Weber(s)
Location
- Region: Fort Wayne
Financial & listing details
- Tax assessed value: $174,200
- Annual tax amount: $1,769
- Date on market: 6/19/2026
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
Estimated market value
$162,800
$155,000 - $171,000
$1,172/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/23/2026 | Listed for sale | $164,900+9.9% |
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| 9/25/2024 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 9/18/2024 | Price change | $150,000-16.7%$107/sqft |
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| 9/16/2024 | Listed for sale | $180,000+29.6%$128/sqft |
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| 7/6/2022 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 5/25/2022 | Pending sale | $138,900 |
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| 5/16/2022 | Listed for sale | $138,900-3.5% |
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| 1/13/2022 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 10/25/2021 | Price change | $143,900-2.7% |
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| 10/19/2021 | Price change | $147,900-0.7% |
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| 10/6/2021 | Price change | $148,900-0.7% |
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| 9/24/2021 | Price change | $149,900-0.7% |
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| 9/18/2021 | Price change | $151,000-3.2% |
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| 9/10/2021 | Listed for sale | $156,000+122.9% |
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| 7/21/2021 | Sold | $70,000+185.7%$50/sqft |
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| 9/25/2014 | Listing removed | $650 |
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| 9/22/2014 | Listed for rent | $650+4% |
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| 4/8/2014 | Listing removed | $625 |
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| 2/14/2014 | Price change | $625-3.8% |
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| 1/13/2014 | Listed for rent | $650 |
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| 4/10/2011 | Listing removed | $24,500$17/sqft |
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| 3/13/2011 | Price change | $24,500-16.9%$17/sqft |
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| 3/3/2011 | Price change | $29,500+101624.1%$21/sqft |
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| 2/25/2011 | Price change | $29-99.9% |
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| 1/26/2011 | Listed for sale | $29,500-68.7%$21/sqft |
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| 7/14/2010 | Sold | $94,395+114%$67/sqft |
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| 6/30/2008 | Sold | $44,100+28.9%$31/sqft |
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| 9/1/2005 | Sold | $34,200-27%$24/sqft |
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| 11/6/2001 | Sold | $46,851$33/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $1,537 +0.6% | $174,200 +18.1% |
| 2024 | $1,527 +10.5% | $147,500 -1.9% |
| 2023 | $1,382 +5% | $150,400 +14.7% |
| 2022 | $1,317 +4.9% | $131,100 +123% |
| 2021 | $1,256 +41.4% | $58,800 +2.4% |
| 2020 | $888 -42.2% | $57,400 +40.7% |
| 2019 | $1,537 +3.2% | $40,800 -41.8% |
| 2018 | $1,489 +7.3% | $70,100 +4.2% |
| 2017 | $1,388 +6.8% | $67,300 +5.7% |
| 2016 | $1,300 +191% | $63,700 +196.3% |
| 2014 | $447 -18.2% | $21,500 -18.3% |
| 2013 | $546 -52.9% | $26,300 -54.6% |
| 2011 | $1,158 | $57,900 +2.1% |
| 2010 | -- | $56,700 +23.3% |
| 2007 | -- | $46,000 -8.4% |
| 2005 | -- | $50,200 |
| 2004 | -- | $50,200 +116.4% |
| 2001 | -- | $23,200 +200.1% |
| 1999 | -- | $7,730 |
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: South Wayne
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 2/10South Wayne Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.2 mi
- 4/10Portage Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 2 mi
- 2/10South Side High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.8 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: South Wayne
- Middle: Portage
- High: South Side
- District: Fort Wayne Community
Source: IRMLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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- Indiana
- Allen County
- Fort Wayne
- 46807
- South Wayne
- 1005 Cottage Ave




