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  • $159,900

    1716 Melrose Ave, Fort Wayne, IN 46808

    2beds
    840sqft
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    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1946
    6,098 Square Feet Lot
    $159,900 Zestimate®
    $--/sqft
    $-- HOA

    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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    Listed by:

    Cassie Rice Cell:260-271-9622,

    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
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      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

        Estimated market value

        $159,900

        $152,000 - $168,000

        $1,173/mo

        Price history

        DateEventPrice
        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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        Climate risks

        Neighborhood: North Highlands

        Getting around

        56 / 100
        Somewhat Walkable
        30 / 100
        Some Transit
        47 / 100
        Somewhat Bikeable

        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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