Charming North Highlands Gem with Walkable Lifestyle & Timeless Character! This move-in ready 1940's 2 bed 1 bath Bungalow offers more than expected! The space lives bright, open, and surprisingly spacious, with classic built-ins, excellent storage, and an easy floor plan. Original hardwood floors through-out, a large picture window with muntins, and preserved 1940s character add warmth throughout. The kitchen features newer appliances, and a new HVAC system installed in 4/23 provides modern comfort and peace of mind. The home includes a full, bright basement with a Waterproofing project completed in 2018. Outdoors, enjoy a large fenced-in backyard with endless possibilities! A new 8x10 storage shed with double doors—ideal for mowers, bikes, or hobbies will remain with the home. The 12x24 attached carport with electricity adds everyday convenience. Just steps away from everything, this home offers a TRUE walkable lifestyle!
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$148,000
1427 Margaret Ave, Fort Wayne, IN 46808
2beds
850sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1940
0.7 Acres Lot
$149,200 Zestimate®
$--/sqft
$1,220 Estimated rent
Home value
$149,200
$134,000 - $166,000
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Classic built-insFull bright basementExcellent storageKitchen features newer appliancesLarge fenced-in backyardEasy floor plan
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Listed by:
Rebecca Churchward 260-489-0013,
F.C. Tucker Fort Wayne
Bought with:
Jack May, RB21002461
American Dream Team Real Estate Brokers
Source: IRMLS,MLS#: 202606389
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 2
Bedroom 1
- Level: Main
Bedroom 2
- Level: Main
Heating
- Natural Gas, Conventional, Forced Air
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Electric Cooktop, Dryer-Gas, Electric Oven, Electric Range, Gas Water Heater
Features
- Bookcases, Laminate Counters
- Flooring: Hardwood
- Windows: Window Treatments
- Basement: Full,Block
- Attic: Pull Down Stairs,Storage
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,700
- Total interior livable area: 850 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 850
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Concrete
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Porch Covered
Lot
- Size: 0.7 Acres
- Dimensions: 58x118
- Features: Level, City/Town/Suburb
Details
- Additional structures: Shed
- Parcel number: 020734408003.000074
- Zoning: R1
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Bungalow
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Cedar
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1940
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: City
- Water: City
- Utilities for property: Cable Connected
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: North Highlands
Location
- Region: Fort Wayne
Financial & listing details
- Tax assessed value: $133,500
- Annual tax amount: $2,500
- Date on market: 2/28/2026
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 4/17/2026 | Sold | $148,000-3% |
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| 3/20/2026 | Pending sale | $152,500 |
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| 2/28/2026 | Listed for sale | $152,500+38.6% |
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| 5/13/2024 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 5/6/2024 | Listed for rent | $1,200-4%$1/sqft |
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| 6/29/2023 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 6/26/2023 | Listed for rent | $1,250$1/sqft |
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| 11/11/2022 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 10/20/2022 | Pending sale | $110,000 |
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| 10/14/2022 | Listed for sale | $110,000 |
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| 8/31/2022 | Pending sale | $110,000 |
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| 8/26/2022 | Listed for sale | $110,000 |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $2,901 +14.4% | $133,500 +5.2% |
| 2024 | $2,535 +155.5% | $126,900 +14.4% |
| 2023 | $992 +4.3% | $110,900 +7.1% |
| 2022 | $951 +58.1% | $103,500 +6% |
| 2021 | $602 +7.9% | $97,600 +25.9% |
| 2020 | $557 +4.3% | $77,500 +7% |
| 2019 | $534 -1.7% | $72,400 +6.2% |
| 2018 | $544 +5.8% | $68,200 +2.1% |
| 2017 | $514 +6.6% | $66,800 +7.6% |
| 2016 | $482 +0.3% | $62,100 +4.2% |
| 2014 | $481 +3.2% | $59,600 +1% |
| 2013 | $466 +7.2% | $59,000 +2.3% |
| 2011 | $435 | $57,700 -3% |
| 2010 | -- | $59,500 -5.3% |
| 2007 | -- | $62,800 +30.3% |
| 2005 | -- | $48,200 |
| 2004 | -- | $48,200 +99.2% |
| 2001 | -- | $24,200 +199.9% |
| 1999 | -- | $8,070 |
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Neighborhood: North Highlands
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 6/10Francis M Price Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.4 mi
- 5/10Northwood Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 3.4 mi
- 2/10North Side High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.4 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Price
- Middle: Northwood
- High: North 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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