OPEN HOUSE SUNDAY 9/20/26 from 12-2 pm! This Sylvan Lake setting captures the easy comfort of lakefront living in a quiet, alcove set back from the main activity of the lake. The cottage sits close to the water with a sandy shoreline access, a private dock, and inviting outdoor spaces made for gathering, relaxing, and taking in the views. Mature trees rise behind the homes, creating a natural green backdrop that adds privacy and a peaceful, tucked-away feel. Because the shoreline is set back from the broader lake, the water has a calmer, more sheltered character—ideal for morning coffee by the dock, launching a kayak, watching boats drift by, or enjoying long summer evenings with family and friends. It is a bright, welcoming cottage setting that feels both connected to Sylvan Lake and comfortably removed from the busier open-water activity. Inside, the cottage continues the inviting lake-house feel with a bright, comfortable living area designed to take full advantage of the water views. Large windows wrap the room with natural light and frame the lake as the focal point, while soft neutral walls, crisp white trim, warm wood-style flooring, and relaxed furnishings create a clean, welcoming atmosphere guests can immediately settle in to. The open sitting area offers plenty of room for conversation, movie nights, rainy-day board games, or quiet mornings overlooking Sylvan Lake. As a real estate opportunity, this property blends lifestyle and income potential beautifully: a desirable lakefront location, sheltered shoreline, private dock access, and an interior that already presents like a ready-to-enjoy vacation retreat. With a successful Airbnb rental history, the cottage offers buyers the added appeal of a proven short-term rental record, making it an excellent option for those seeking a personal lake getaway, an investment property, or both. Sylvan Lake is valued for its natural beauty and preserved lakefront areas. Tree-lined shorelines, quiet coves, and protected pockets of habitat give the area a scenic, peaceful quality. These natural surroundings and protected areas are enjoyable from the trails and bike paths that surround the lake as well! The fishing is some of the best in Northeastern Indiana and Sylvan Cellars is just around the corner with mid-summer concerts. There is also a back lot- just the right size to build a garage- that is part of the sale!!
Active
$420,000
1430 N Shore Dr, Rome City, IN 46784
3beds
1,258sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 2008
3,310 Square Feet Lot
$403,000 Zestimate®
$--/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Sheltered shorelineTree-lined shorelinesQuiet covesPrivate dockCrisp white trimSandy shoreline accessPrivate dock access
- 36 days
- 803
- 21
Likely to sell faster than
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Monica Newport 260-410-8947,
M2 Real Estate Group,
Mark Newport,
M2 Real Estate Group
Source: IRMLS,MLS#: 202635675
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Bedroom 1
- Level: Upper
Bedroom 2
- Level: Upper
Kitchen
- Level: Main
- Area: 209
- Dimensions: 19 x 11
Living room
- Level: Main
- Area: 210
- Dimensions: 15 x 14
Heating
- Natural Gas, Forced Air
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Washer/Dryer Stacked, Electric Range, Water Softener Owned
Features
- Windows: Window Treatments, Blinds
- Basement: Exterior Entry
- Has fireplace: No
- Fireplace features: None
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,258
- Total interior livable area: 1,258 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,258
- Finished area below ground: 0
Video & virtual tour
Property
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Water
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Water
- Waterfront features: Waterfront, Lake, Waterfront-High Bank, Pier/Dock, Deeded, Lake Front, Ski Lake
- Body of water: Sylvan Lake
- Frontage length: Channel/Canal Frontage(0),Water Frontage(40)
Lot
- Size: 3,310 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 40x83
- Features: Sloped, 0-2.9999
Details
- Additional structures: Shed
- Additional parcels included: 5704-15-100-139.000-011
- Parcel number: 570415100083.000011
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Cabin/Cottage
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Vinyl Siding
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 2008
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: City
- Water: Well
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: None
Location
- Region: Rome City
Financial & listing details
- Tax assessed value: $297,700
- Annual tax amount: $4,503
- Date on market: 8/29/2026
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
Estimated market value
$403,000
$383,000 - $423,000
$1,532/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/29/2026 | Listed for sale | $420,000-6.7% |
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| 8/1/2026 | Listing removed | $449,999 |
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| 7/15/2026 | Price change | $449,999-2.2% |
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| 7/8/2026 | Price change | $459,999-2.1% |
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| 7/1/2026 | Price change | $469,999-1.1% |
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| 6/23/2026 | Price change | $475,000-1% |
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| 6/11/2026 | Price change | $480,000-1% |
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| 6/2/2026 | Price change | $485,000-1% |
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| 2/20/2026 | Listed for sale | $490,000-0.2% |
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| 1/27/2026 | Listing removed | $490,900 |
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| 10/6/2025 | Price change | $490,900-1% |
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| 9/5/2025 | Price change | $495,900-9% |
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| 8/29/2025 | Price change | $544,900-0.9% |
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| 8/10/2025 | Listed for sale | $549,900+35.8% |
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| 11/3/2023 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 9/27/2023 | Listed for rent | $2,750$2/sqft |
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| 7/17/2023 | Sold | $405,000+1.3% |
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| 7/3/2023 | Listed for sale | $399,900 |
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| 6/19/2023 | Pending sale | $399,900 |
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| 6/19/2023 | Listed for sale | $399,900+67.7% |
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| 10/4/2019 | Sold | $238,500-6.8%$190/sqft |
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| 8/17/2019 | Price change | $256,000+6.7%$203/sqft |
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| 8/15/2019 | Price change | $240,000-9.4%$191/sqft |
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| 5/16/2019 | Price change | $265,000-3.6%$211/sqft |
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| 4/7/2019 | Listed for sale | $275,000+14.6%$219/sqft |
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| 8/28/2009 | Sold | $240,000$191/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $4,825 +1.8% | $297,700 -1.7% |
| 2024 | $4,739 +5% | $303,000 +7.6% |
| 2023 | $4,512 -0.1% | $281,600 +2.4% |
| 2022 | $4,517 +26% | $275,000 +5.2% |
| 2021 | $3,585 -21.3% | $261,300 +38.6% |
| 2020 | $4,558 -5% | $188,500 -18.1% |
| 2019 | $4,797 +3.6% | $230,200 -0.8% |
| 2018 | $4,628 +1.2% | $232,000 -0.4% |
| 2017 | $4,571 +8% | $232,900 |
| 2016 | $4,234 +35.1% | $232,900 +48.6% |
| 2014 | $3,135 -1.4% | $156,700 -1.4% |
| 2013 | $3,181 +2.3% | $159,000 +2.3% |
| 2012 | $3,109 +6.5% | $155,400 +1.4% |
| 2011 | $2,921 -4.8% | $153,300 |
| 2010 | $3,067 +8.4% | $153,300 -9.7% |
| 2009 | $2,830 +82.4% | $169,800 +96.1% |
| 2007 | $1,551 | $86,600 -12.2% |
| 2006 | -- | $98,600 +6.9% |
| 2005 | -- | $92,200 |
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Neighborhood: 46784
Nearby schools
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Rome City
- Middle: East Noble
- High: East Noble
- District: East Noble Schools
Source: IRMLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.





