Don't Let This One Get Away! 3 Bedrooms, Two are Suites, AND 3 Baths! This Lovely Cape Cod features a nice size Living Room that opens up to the Dining Area and Fabulous Kitchen. The kitchen has an abundance of cabinets including 2 Lazy Susans and wonderful counter space. The main floor master bedroom is a suite with large walk in closet and bath with separate tub (jetted) and shower. A full hall bath and separate laundry complete the main floor. The upper level has 2 bedrooms, one being a suite. The back yard has a deck and partially fenced yard. Behind the back fence there are 2 parking spots for company (access thru the alley). The 2 car attached garage has a garage opener and a workbench. Welcoming landscaping complete this home. This property has been well maintained with several updates such as roof, dishwasher (12/23), washer (10/24) and hot water heater in the last 5 years. Ready to move in and make it your own!
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$230,000
216 S Melville St, Rensselaer, IN 47978
3beds
1,680sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 2002
6,882.48 Square Feet Lot
$236,200 Zestimate®
$137/sqft
$2,195 Estimated rent
Home value
$236,200
Estimated sales range
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Partially fenced yardGarage openerWelcoming landscapingMain floor master bedroomWonderful counter spaceLarge walk in closetFabulous kitchen
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Listed by:
Terri Phegley,
Cornerstone Real Estate Agency 219-866-4528,
Linda Hekkema,
Cornerstone Real Estate Agency
Bought with:
Sarah Eenigenburg, RB21000035
Better Homes and Gardens Real
Source: NIRA as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 829764
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 3
Primary bedroom
- Area: 176
- Dimensions: 16.0 x 11.0
Bedroom 2
- Area: 270
- Dimensions: 18.0 x 15.0
Bedroom 3
- Area: 187
- Dimensions: 17.0 x 11.0
Kitchen
- Area: 234
- Dimensions: 18.0 x 13.0
Living room
- Area: 234
- Dimensions: 18.0 x 13.0
Heating
- Forced Air, Natural Gas
Appliances
- Included: Dryer, Washer, Microwave, Dishwasher, Disposal
- Laundry: Electric Dryer Hookup, Main Level
Features
- Ceiling Fan(s), Country Kitchen, Walk-In Closet(s), Eat-in Kitchen
- Windows: Insulated Windows
- Basement: Crawl Space
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,680
- Total interior livable area: 1,680 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,680
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Attached, Alley Access, Additional Parking, Off Street, Garage Door Opener
- Attached garage spaces: 2
Features
- Levels: One and One Half
- Patio & porch: Deck
- Exterior features: Private Yard
- Has spa: Yes
- Spa features: Bath
- Fencing: Back Yard,Partial,Fenced
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Neighborhood
Lot
- Size: 6,882 sqft
- Features: Back Yard, Landscaped, Front Yard
Details
- Parcel number: 370730000178000027
- Special conditions: None
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 2002
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 200+ Amp Service
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Cable Available, Water Connected, Sewer Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Electricity Connected
Community & neighborhood
Security
- Security features: Smoke Detector(s)
Location
- Region: Rensselaer
- Subdivision: Leopolds Add
Other
Other facts
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Listing terms: Cash,VA Loan,USDA Loan,FHA,Conventional
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 12/19/2025 | Sold | $230,000-4.1%$137/sqft |
Source:  NIRA as distributed by MLS GRID #829764 Report a problem | ||
| 11/29/2025 | Pending sale | $239,900$143/sqft |
Source: NIRA as distributed by MLS GRID #829764 Report a problem | ||
| 10/23/2025 | Listed for sale | $239,900+65.4%$143/sqft |
Source: NIRA as distributed by MLS GRID #829764 Report a problem | ||
| 6/30/2016 | Sold | $145,000-3.3%$86/sqft |
Source: NIRA as distributed by MLS GRID #385641 Report a problem | ||
| 5/27/2016 | Pending sale | $149,900$89/sqft |
Source: Cornerstone Real Estate Agency #385641 Report a problem | ||
| 1/9/2016 | Listed for sale | $149,900-0.1%$89/sqft |
Source: Cornerstone Real Estate Agency #385641 Report a problem | ||
| 10/9/2011 | Listing removed | $150,000$89/sqft |
Source: Landmark Realty #284203 Report a problem | ||
| 4/9/2011 | Listed for sale | $150,000-2%$89/sqft |
Source: Landmark Realty #284203 Report a problem | ||
| 11/6/2010 | Listing removed | $153,000$91/sqft |
Source: McColly Real Estate #263675 Report a problem | ||
| 5/7/2010 | Listed for sale | $153,000$91/sqft |
Source: McColly Real Estate #263675 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $1,083 +16.6% | $208,000 +9.1% |
| 2024 | $928 -1.3% | $190,700 +9.2% |
| 2023 | $941 +0.7% | $174,700 +10.7% |
| 2022 | $934 +6.1% | $157,800 +6.6% |
| 2021 | $881 +4.7% | $148,000 +2.6% |
| 2020 | $842 +3.1% | $144,300 +0.4% |
| 2019 | $816 +8.1% | $143,700 -1.5% |
| 2017 | $755 +4.4% | $145,900 -3.8% |
| 2016 | $723 +0% | $151,600 +3.8% |
| 2014 | $723 +6.3% | $146,100 +0.6% |
| 2013 | $680 +2.8% | $145,200 +1.5% |
| 2012 | $661 -18% | $143,000 -5.7% |
| 2011 | $806 | $151,700 |
| 2010 | -- | $151,700 |
| 2009 | -- | $151,700 +8.1% |
| 2006 | -- | $140,300 +4.3% |
| 2005 | -- | $134,500 |
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Neighborhood: 47978
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 8/10Van Rensselaer Elementary SchoolGrades: 3-5Distance: 0.2 mi
- 7/10Rensselaer Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.2 mi
- 6/10Rensselaer Central High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.3 mi
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