Welcome to this charming Cape-Style home located in the highly sought after North Highlands addition. The home is situated on a large corner lot with a 2-car detached garage. Entering the home you are greeted by an elegant living room, with vinyl flooring that continues through the kitchen, hall, and bathroom. The cozy eat-in-kitchen includes beautiful white cabinets, neutral countertops, and new stainless refrigerator & dishwasher. The main floor has 2 bedrooms located near the updated bathroom. The upper-level bedroom, which is loaded with storage, may be used as a primary suite or third bedroom. The lower level boasts a rec. room, separate laundry room and large storage area. Basement was professionally waterproofed and remodeled in 2021. Schedule your showing today. This home is sure to sell quickly!
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$199,900
1538 Melrose Ave, Fort Wayne, IN 46808
3beds
1,675sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1947
7,405 Square Feet Lot
$207,900 Zestimate®
$--/sqft
$1,542 Estimated rent
Home value
$207,900
$187,000 - $231,000
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Corner lotLoaded with storageUpdated bathroomCozy eat-in-kitchenBeautiful white cabinetsNeutral countertopsLarge storage area
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Listed by:
Brian Hartzog 260-410-2062,
RealtyFlex of N.E. Indiana LLC,
Jennifer Hartzog,
RealtyFlex of N.E. Indiana LLC
Bought with:
Joseph Hege, RB22001187
Uptown Realty Group
Source: IRMLS,MLS#: 202514581
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 2
Bedroom 1
- Level: Upper
Bedroom 2
- Level: Main
Family room
- Level: Basement
- Area: 308
- Dimensions: 28 x 11
Kitchen
- Level: Main
- Area: 120
- Dimensions: 8 x 15
Living room
- Level: Main
- Area: 187
- Dimensions: 17 x 11
Heating
- Forced Air
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Gas Range
Features
- Basement: Full,Partially Finished
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,863
- Total interior livable area: 1,675 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,130
- Finished area below ground: 545
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Detached
- Garage spaces: 2
Lot
- Size: 7,405 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 67X115
- Features: Corner Lot
Details
- Parcel number: 020734403014.000074
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Cape Cod
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Aluminum Siding
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1947
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: City
- Water: City
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: North Highlands
Location
- Region: Fort Wayne
Financial & listing details
- Tax assessed value: $150,200
- Annual tax amount: $1,410
- Date on market: 4/25/2025
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/2/2025 | Sold | $199,900 |
Source:  IRMLS #202514581 Report a problem | ||
| 5/1/2025 | Pending sale | $199,900 |
Source: IRMLS #202514581 Report a problem | ||
| 4/25/2025 | Listed for sale | $199,900+168.3% |
Source: IRMLS #202514581 Report a problem | ||
| 4/27/2010 | Listing removed | $74,500$44/sqft |
Source: CENTURY 21 Bradley Realty, Inc. #201000548 Report a problem | ||
| 1/16/2010 | Listed for sale | $74,500$44/sqft |
Source: CENTURY 21 Bradley Realty, Inc. #201000548 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $1,410 +26.4% | $150,200 +7.8% |
| 2024 | $1,115 +0.6% | $139,300 +13.4% |
| 2023 | $1,109 +4% | $122,800 +6.8% |
| 2022 | $1,067 +53.8% | $115,000 +5.9% |
| 2021 | $694 +12% | $108,600 +24.7% |
| 2020 | $620 +14.2% | $87,100 +6.5% |
| 2019 | $542 -14.5% | $81,800 +5.8% |
| 2018 | $634 +20.7% | $77,300 -4.3% |
| 2017 | $525 +7.1% | $80,800 +7.3% |
| 2016 | $490 -1.4% | $75,300 +2.9% |
| 2014 | $497 +3.1% | $73,200 +0.8% |
| 2013 | $482 +10.3% | $72,600 +4.3% |
| 2011 | $437 | $69,600 +21.3% |
| 2010 | -- | $57,400 -15.2% |
| 2007 | -- | $67,700 +23.8% |
| 2005 | -- | $54,700 |
| 2004 | -- | $54,700 +102.6% |
| 2001 | -- | $27,000 +200% |
| 1999 | -- | $9,000 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: North Highlands
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GreatSchools rating
- 6/10Francis M Price Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.3 mi
- 5/10Northwood Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 3.4 mi
- 2/10North Side High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.5 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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- 1538 Melrose Ave
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