Come see this unspoiled 1927 classic Craftsman 4200 SF brick bungalow located in historically coveted Whiting Robertsdale. While this well built gem is in need of renovation, so much of it's original charm is beautifully intact and begging for restoration. This home boasts original front, rear, exterior, and storm doors, many original solid interior doors with original hardware, and an unspoiled Craftsman mantle and cabinetry, complete with original etched glass doors that surround a nicely sized wood burning fireplace. The post-renovation Pintrest-worthy potential for this home is endless and also expansive, offering over 4200 SF of potential finished living space. In addition to the 2 main floor bedrooms and full bath, this home has a stairway to an unfinished attic that offers an addt'l 1409 SF waiting to be transformed into any number of amazing spaces. - Perhaps a graciously sized primary suite, complete with walk in closets, luxurious en-suite bath, and sitting room/ office, maybe a hip & happening play room, teen suite, or related living? The possibilities for this unfinished space are many. The kitchen has abundant newer beautiful dovetailed walnut cabinets with soft close drawers and lovely quartz counters. The unfinished basement offers addt'l opportunities for architecturally interesting new spaces with 7' ceilings and exposed brick. The basement is home to the washer, dryer, a utility sink, and 3/4 bathroom. It also has a door leading to the back yard. Please view all of the pictures carefully. The first grouping shows the home as it currently sits, in need of renovation. The last several are virtually staged to indicate a few of the possibilities. This historic home is being sold as is, awaiting it's new owner and countless unspoiled opportunities for renovation. Robertsdale is known for it's proximity to much: 16 mi to the loop, 4 mi to the train, 1 mi to the beach, & convenient to expressways & shopping. Come see it all today!
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$173,400
2014 Lake Ave, Whiting, IN 46394
2beds
2,840sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1927
5,479.85 Square Feet Lot
$183,800 Zestimate®
$61/sqft
$1,826 Estimated rent
Home value
$183,800
$165,000 - $204,000
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Wood burning fireplaceOriginal charmExposed brickLovely quartz countersBrick bungalow
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Listed by:
Jennifer Johns,
McColly Real Estate 219-322-5508
Bought with:
Veronica Luna, RB24000838
Realty of America LLC
Source: NIRA as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 818584
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 3/4 bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Description: Wood floors
- Area: 116.27
- Dimensions: 11.5 x 10.11
Bedroom 2
- Description: Wood floors
- Area: 118.29
- Dimensions: 11.7 x 10.11
Bonus room
- Description: Light filled sunroom flex space, beautiful wood trim around windows, possible sitting room, music room, office, play room
- Area: 116.92
- Dimensions: 14.8 x 7.9
Dining room
- Description: Open to family room, possible dining room, office, or play room
- Area: 186.34
- Dimensions: 15.4 x 12.1
Family room
- Description: 9' ceiling, fireplace, original Craftsman built in cabintry & fully intact etched glass, orig. sconces,
- Area: 239.4
- Dimensions: 18.0 x 13.3
Kitchen
- Description: Newer waln;ut cabinets w/ soft close & quartz counters
- Area: 176.4
- Dimensions: 18.0 x 9.8
Heating
- Hot Water
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Range Hood, Electric Range, Electric Cooktop, Dryer
- Laundry: Lower Level
Features
- Crown Molding, Entrance Foyer
- Basement: Bath/Stubbed,Full,Walk-Out Access,Storage Space,Interior Entry
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Family Room, Wood Burning
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,840
- Total interior livable area: 2,840 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 2,840
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2.5
- Parking features: Alley Access, Garage Faces Rear, Detached
- Garage spaces: 2.5
Features
- Levels: One
- Patio & porch: Deck, Rear Porch, Front Porch, Porch
- Exterior features: Other, Private Yard
- Pool features: None
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Neighborhood
Lot
- Size: 5,479 sqft
- Features: Back Yard, Front Yard, Rectangular Lot, Paved, Near Public Transit, Landscaped
Details
- Parcel number: 450307156019000023
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Condition
- Fixer
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1927
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 100 Amp Service
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Electricity Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Whiting
- Subdivision: West Park Add 02
Other
Other facts
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 4/24/2025 | Sold | $173,400+2.1%$61/sqft |
Source:  NIRA as distributed by MLS GRID #818584 Report a problem | ||
| 4/7/2025 | Contingent | $169,900$60/sqft |
Source: NIRA as distributed by MLS GRID #818584 Report a problem | ||
| 4/5/2025 | Listed for sale | $169,900$60/sqft |
Source: NIRA as distributed by MLS GRID #818584 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $2,394 +2% | $242,600 +6.2% |
| 2024 | $2,347 +1.7% | $228,400 +22.1% |
| 2023 | $2,309 +9.2% | $187,100 +3.7% |
| 2022 | $2,115 +4.7% | $180,500 +8.9% |
| 2021 | $2,020 +7.5% | $165,700 +4.6% |
| 2020 | $1,879 -6.6% | $158,400 +7.9% |
| 2019 | $2,011 -8.8% | $146,800 +3.7% |
| 2018 | $2,206 +24.9% | $141,600 +1.2% |
| 2017 | $1,767 | $139,900 +2.6% |
| 2016 | $1,767 -6.3% | $136,400 +0.4% |
| 2014 | $1,885 -47.5% | $135,800 +8.6% |
| 2013 | $3,589 +111.4% | $125,100 +0.3% |
| 2012 | $1,698 +0.3% | $124,700 +4.4% |
| 2011 | $1,693 -7.8% | $119,400 |
| 2010 | $1,836 | $119,400 -8.6% |
| 2009 | -- | $130,600 +3.7% |
| 2007 | -- | $126,000 +10.1% |
| 2006 | -- | $114,400 |
| 2005 | -- | $114,400 |
| 2004 | -- | $114,400 +505.3% |
| 2003 | -- | $18,900 |
| 2002 | -- | $18,900 +200% |
| 2001 | -- | $6,300 |
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Neighborhood: Robertsdale
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 5/10Benjamin Franklin Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-6Distance: 0.5 mi
- 4/10Henry W Eggers Elementary/Middle SchoolGrades: 7-8Distance: 4.9 mi
- 2/10Hammond High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 4.9 mi
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- Indiana
- Lake County
- Whiting
- 46394
- Robertsdale
- 2014 Lake Ave
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