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    1716 Melrose Ave, Fort Wayne, IN 46808

    2beds
    840sqft
    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1946
    6,098 Square Feet Lot
    $155,500 Zestimate®
    $--/sqft
    $1,096 Estimated rent

    Home value

    $155,500

    $140,000 - $173,000

    $1,096/mo

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    What's special

    Fully fenced backyard
    Welcome to 1716 Melrose Avenue! This charming 2-bedroom, 1-bath home offers 840 square feet of efficient living space in Fort Wayne's desirable North Highlands neighborhood. The spacious living room provides plenty of room for relaxing or entertaining, while the well-designed bedrooms maximize comfort and functionality. Neutral paint and flooring throughout, provide a clean and inviting canvas for any decorating style. Outside, you'll find a fully fenced backyard and an impressive 22' x 20' detached garage, offering abundant space for vehicles, storage, hobbies, or a workshop. Conveniently located near the University of Saint Francis, downtown Fort Wayne, and major shopping, dining, and entertainment destinations, this home provides quick access to both southwest and northwest Fort Wayne amenities. Whether you're a first-time homebuyer, investor, or someone looking to downsize, this property offers a great combination of location, functionality, and value. Don't miss this affordable opportunity to make this North Highlands home your own!

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    Listing updated:

    Listed by:

    Cassie Rice Cell:260-271-9622,

    Uptown Realty Group

    Bought with:

    Cassie Rice, RB16000554

    Uptown Realty Group

    Source: IRMLS,MLS#: 202620844MLS Logo

    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 2
    • Bathrooms: 1
    • Full bathrooms: 1
    • Main level bedrooms: 2
    Bedroom 1
    • Level: Main
    Bedroom 2
    • Level: Main
    Kitchen
    • Level: Main
    • Area: 81
    • Dimensions: 9 x 9
    Living room
    • Level: Main
    • Area: 320
    • Dimensions: 16 x 20
    Heating
    • Forced Air
    Cooling
    • Central Air
    Features
    • Has basement: No
    • Has fireplace: No
    Interior area
    • Total structure area: 840
    • Total interior livable area: 840 sqft
    • Finished area above ground: 840
    • Finished area below ground: 0

    Property

    Parking
    • Total spaces: 1
    • Parking features: Detached
    • Garage spaces: 1
    Features
    • Levels: One
    • Stories: 1
    Lot
    • Size: 6,098 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 50x119
    • Features: Level
    Details
    • Parcel number: 020734329026.000074

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: SingleFamily
    • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
    Materials
    • Aluminum Siding
    • Foundation: Slab
    Condition
    • New construction: No
    • Year built: 1946

    Utilities & green energy

    • Sewer: City
    • Water: City

    Community & HOA

    Community
    • Subdivision: North Highlands
    Location
    • Region: Fort Wayne

    Financial & listing details

    • Tax assessed value: $107,500
    • Annual tax amount: $836
    • Date on market: 5/31/2026

    Price history

    DateEventPrice
    7/30/2026Sold$155,000-3.1%
    Source: IRMLS #202620844 Report a problem
    6/2/2026Pending sale$159,900
    Source: IRMLS #202620844 Report a problem
    5/31/2026Listed for sale$159,900+116.1%
    Source: IRMLS #202620844 Report a problem
    2/19/2019Sold$74,000+2.1%$88/sqft
    Source: Agent Provided Report a problem
    1/19/2019Listed for sale$72,500+5.8%$86/sqft
    Source: RE/MAX Results - Kendallville office #201902257 Report a problem
    3/15/2017Listing removed$68,500$82/sqft
    Source: RE/MAX RESULTS #201700205 Report a problem
    1/3/2017Listed for sale$68,500+25.1%$82/sqft
    Source: RE/MAX Results - Kendallville office #20170205 Report a problem
    4/23/2002Sold$54,760$65/sqft
    Source: Public Record Report a problem

    Public tax history

    YearProperty taxesTax assessment
    2025$781 +32%$107,500 +9%
    2024$592 +5.2%$98,600 +12.4%
    2023$563 +8.5%$87,700 +5.9%
    2022$519 +39.1%$82,800 +5.7%
    2021$373 +8.7%$78,300 +26.5%
    2020$343 +4.9%$61,900 +10.3%
    2019$327 -2.5%$56,100 +5.3%
    2018$336 +1.9%$53,300 +0.9%
    2017$329 +6.2%$52,800 +1.9%
    2016$310 +2.7%$51,800 +5.7%
    2014$302 +2.9%$49,000 +0.6%
    2013$293 +15.1%$48,700 +7.3%
    2011$255 $45,400 +3.4%
    2010-- $43,900 -6.6%
    2007-- $47,000 +20.5%
    2005-- $39,000
    2004-- $39,000 +107.4%
    2001-- $18,800 +199.8%
    1999-- $6,270
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    Neighborhood: North Highlands

    Nearby schools

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    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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