Step into a piece of Rensselaer's rich history with The Alfred Thompson Historic House, an extraordinary landmark built in 1879 and gracefully situated in the Milroy Park Historic District. Spanning over 7,000 square feet, this grand residence offers an unmatched combination of historic charm and architectural elegance. This 7 bedroom, 6 bathroom estate exudes timeless sophistication with its stately facade, intricate craftsmanship, and expansive living areas ideal for both grand entertaining and comfortable daily living. Soaring ceilings, original millwork, period details, and large windows bathe the interior in natural light, highlighting the home's enduring character. The thoughtfully designed layout provides generous spaces for gatherings, multiple parlors, formal dining, and inviting private quarters. Nestled within the picturesque Milroy Park Historic District, this home stands as one of Rensselaer's most distinguished architectural treasures, a once in a generation opportunity to own a true piece of history.
Active
$419,900
120 S Park Ave, Rensselaer, IN 47978
7beds
7,098sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1877
0.55 Acres Lot
$457,100 Zestimate®
$59/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Inviting private quartersFormal diningIntricate craftsmanshipSoaring ceilingsMultiple parlorsOriginal millworkGenerous spaces for gatherings
- 237 days
- 737
- 44
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Valarie Kubacki,
Dream Team Agents, LLC
Source: NIRA as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 833983
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 7
- Bathrooms: 6
- Full bathrooms: 6
Rooms
- Room types: Bedroom 2, Bedroom 6, Other Room, Primary Bedroom, Living Room, Kitchen, Family Room, Dining Room, Bedroom 5, Bedroom 4, Bedroom 3
Primary bedroom
- Level: Main
- Area: 182
- Dimensions: 14.0 x 13.0
Bedroom 2
- Level: Main
- Area: 238
- Dimensions: 14.0 x 17.0
Bedroom 3
- Level: Upper
- Area: 238
- Dimensions: 17.0 x 14.0
Bedroom 4
- Level: Upper
- Area: 126
- Dimensions: 14.0 x 9.0
Bedroom 5
- Level: Upper
- Area: 176
- Dimensions: 16.0 x 11.0
Bedroom 6
- Level: Upper
- Area: 260
- Dimensions: 20.0 x 13.0
Dining room
- Level: Main
- Area: 480
- Dimensions: 32.0 x 15.0
Family room
- Level: Main
- Area: 255
- Dimensions: 17.0 x 15.0
Kitchen
- Level: Main
- Area: 285
- Dimensions: 19.0 x 15.0
Living room
- Level: Main
- Area: 558
- Dimensions: 31.0 x 18.0
Other
- Description: sitting room
- Level: Upper
- Area: 357
- Dimensions: 21.0 x 17.0
Other
- Description: kitchenette
- Level: Upper
- Area: 182
- Dimensions: 14.0 x 13.0
Other
- Description: sitting room
- Level: Upper
- Area: 440
- Dimensions: 22.0 x 20.0
Other
- Description: kitchenette
- Level: Upper
- Area: 72
- Dimensions: 9.0 x 8.0
Other
- Description: sitting room
- Level: Upper
- Area: 252
- Dimensions: 18.0 x 14.0
Other
- Description: kitchenette
- Level: Upper
- Area: 90
- Dimensions: 9.0 x 10.0
Heating
- Hot Water
Appliances
- Included: None
Features
- Crown Molding, Kitchen Island, High Ceilings
- Basement: Unfinished
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Living Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 7,098
- Total interior livable area: 7,098 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 7,098
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 4
- Parking features: Detached, Garage Faces Front, Driveway
- Garage spaces: 4
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Levels: Two
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Neighborhood
Lot
- Size: 0.55 Acres
- Features: Private
Details
- Parcel number: 370730001011031027
- Special conditions: Real Estate Owned
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1877
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Electricity Connected, Water Connected, Natural Gas Connected
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: South Add
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Rensselaer
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $59/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $504,600
- Annual tax amount: $5,454
- Date on market: 2/13/2026
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Listing terms: Cash,Other
Foreclosure details
Estimated market value
$457,100
$434,000 - $480,000
Not available
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 10/20/2025 | Sold | $231,935$33/sqft |
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| 8/20/2025 | Pending sale | -- |
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| 7/8/2025 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 6/19/2025 | Pending sale | -- |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $5,454 -1.1% | $504,600 +9% |
| 2024 | $5,512 +6% | $462,900 +2.6% |
| 2023 | $5,201 -1.5% | $451,300 +11.4% |
| 2022 | $5,277 +1.2% | $405,200 +7.2% |
| 2021 | $5,216 +80.6% | $378,100 -1% |
| 2020 | $2,888 +4.6% | $382,100 +0.4% |
| 2019 | $2,761 +12.2% | $380,700 +1.7% |
| 2017 | $2,460 -1% | $374,400 +0.5% |
| 2016 | $2,485 -0.6% | $372,500 -0.4% |
| 2014 | $2,500 +7.4% | $374,000 +0.5% |
| 2013 | $2,327 +6.2% | $372,200 +4.8% |
| 2012 | $2,192 +9.2% | $355,100 +16.9% |
| 2011 | $2,007 +12.4% | $303,800 |
| 2010 | $1,786 +16.8% | $303,800 +4.8% |
| 2009 | $1,529 | $289,900 -6.8% |
| 2006 | -- | $311,200 +52.6% |
| 2005 | -- | $203,900 |
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