This beautifully updated two-story Victorian offers a great mix of character and modern convenience. With 4 bedrooms—2 on the main level and 2 upstairs—and a spacious full bath, the layout provides flexibility for a variety of needs. You'll love the updated flooring throughout, stone countertops in the kitchen, and brand-new appliances. Enjoy your mornings on the large, open front porch—perfect for a porch swing and a cup of coffee. Side and rear decks provide additional access points to the home without taking up yard space. Recent updates include central air, new water heater, new ductwork, updated plumbing, some new windows and doors, and more. A full basement plus a walk-up attic off the kitchen offer valuable extra storage. Located on a quiet street next to new construction and just around the corner from the newly completed Martin Luther King Jr. Community Center—home to vibrant events and community programs. The backyard provides green space and off-street parking. Come take a look—schedule your showing today!
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$136,000
1609 Florence Ave, South Bend, IN 46628
4beds
1,980sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1896
4,356 Square Feet Lot
$141,100 Zestimate®
$--/sqft
$1,424 Estimated rent
Home value
$141,100
$126,000 - $158,000
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Full basementCentral airOff-street parkingLarge open front porchGreen spaceSide and rear decksStone countertops
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Listed by:
Jeremy A Williamson Cell:574-261-5703,
McKinnies Realty, LLC
Bought with:
Carrie Smith, RB18001323
RE/MAX 100 Elkhart
Source: IRMLS,MLS#: 202527314
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 1
Bedroom 1
- Level: Basement
Bedroom 2
- Level: Main
Dining room
- Level: Main
- Area: 156
- Dimensions: 13 x 12
Kitchen
- Level: Main
- Area: 88
- Dimensions: 11 x 8
Living room
- Level: Main
- Area: 132
- Dimensions: 12 x 11
Heating
- Natural Gas, Forced Air
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Microwave, Refrigerator, Gas Oven, Gas Water Heater
- Laundry: Gas Dryer Hookup
Features
- Ceiling-9+, Stone Counters, Crown Molding
- Flooring: Carpet, Laminate
- Basement: Full,Block
- Attic: Walk-up
- Has fireplace: No
- Fireplace features: None
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,526
- Total interior livable area: 1,980 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,706
- Finished area below ground: 274
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Gravel
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Deck, Porch
- Fencing: Chain Link
Lot
- Size: 4,356 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 33x130
- Features: Level, 0-2.9999, City/Town/Suburb
Details
- Parcel number: 710803486024.000026
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Victorian
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Vinyl Siding
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1896
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: City
- Water: City
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: None
- Subdivision: Linden Place
Location
- Region: South Bend
Financial & listing details
- Tax assessed value: $95,500
- Annual tax amount: $1,728
- Date on market: 7/14/2025
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 10/2/2025 | Sold | $136,000+0.8% |
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| 8/28/2025 | Pending sale | $134,900 |
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| 8/22/2025 | Price change | $134,900-5.3% |
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| 8/15/2025 | Price change | $142,462-8.1% |
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| 7/14/2025 | Listed for sale | $155,000+11.5% |
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| 3/18/2025 | Listing removed | $139,000 |
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| 10/25/2024 | Price change | $139,000-15.8% |
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| 9/25/2024 | Listed for sale | $165,000+251.1% |
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| 2/29/2024 | Sold | $47,000-4.1% |
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| 2/20/2024 | Pending sale | $49,000 |
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| 2/13/2024 | Listed for sale | $49,000 |
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| 12/19/2023 | Pending sale | $49,000 |
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| 12/15/2023 | Listed for sale | $49,000+265.4% |
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| 7/7/2009 | Sold | $13,410-57.4%$7/sqft |
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| 10/14/2005 | Sold | $31,500$16/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $1,502 -1.4% | $95,500 +49.9% |
| 2024 | $1,523 +12% | $63,700 -0.3% |
| 2023 | $1,361 +9.6% | $63,900 +12.7% |
| 2022 | $1,241 -5.1% | $56,700 +9.7% |
| 2021 | $1,308 +59.9% | $51,700 -5.1% |
| 2020 | $818 -3.8% | $54,500 +33.3% |
| 2019 | $850 -7% | $40,900 +14.9% |
| 2018 | $914 -67.5% | $35,600 +1.7% |
| 2017 | $2,813 +215.4% | $35,000 |
| 2016 | $892 -1.4% | $35,000 +1.2% |
| 2014 | $904 -0.2% | $34,600 |
| 2013 | $906 +37.4% | $34,600 +37.8% |
| 2012 | $660 +4.1% | $25,100 +4.1% |
| 2011 | $634 -12.2% | $24,100 -10.7% |
| 2010 | $722 +18.5% | $27,000 +13.9% |
| 2009 | $609 | $23,700 -57.2% |
| 2007 | -- | $55,400 +11.2% |
| 2006 | $2,009 +5.2% | $49,800 -49.6% |
| 2004 | $1,909 +186.4% | $98,900 -11.9% |
| 2003 | $667 | $112,280 +2417.5% |
| 2001 | -- | $4,460 |
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Neighborhood: Nws Cooperative Alliance
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GreatSchools rating
- 6/10Kennedy Primary AcademyGrades: K-5Distance: 0.6 mi
- 9/10Lasalle Intermediate AcademyGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.2 mi
- 1/10Rise Up Academy At EgglestonGrades: 9-12Distance: 2.1 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Madison
- Middle: Clay
- High: Riley
- District: South Bend Community School Corp.
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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