Historic Charm Meets Modern Updates in Downtown Rensselaer! Discover the timeless beauty and spacious elegance of this three-story historic home situated on a generous half-acre lot in the heart of downtown Rensselaer, Indiana. Offering 5 bedrooms and 2 ft bathrooms, this unique property blends classic character with recent updates for comfortable modern living. Step inside to a grand foyer featuring a beautiful staircase, a formal living room, and a formal dining room perfect for entertaining. The spacious primary bedroom includes a large sitting room, creating a private retreat to relax and unwind. Enjoy the charm of three covered porches, along with a rear deck ideal for outdoor gatherings. Recent improvements include a newer roof and HVAC system installed in 2022, plus additional updates throughout the home. A detached two-car garage provides convenient parking and storage. Ideally located near downtown shopping, restaurants, and everyday amenities, this remarkable property offers a rare opportunity to own a piece of Rensselaer's history with the space and features today's buyers desire. Don't miss your chance to make this distinctive historic home your own!
Active
Price cut: $5K (11/11)
$325,000
228 N Front St, Rensselaer, IN 47978
5beds
3,864sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1890
0.47 Acres Lot
$315,000 Zestimate®
$84/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Three covered porchesGrand foyerBeautiful staircaseGenerous half-acre lotSpacious primary bedroom
- 21 days
- 3,521
- 129
Likely to sell faster than
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
William Swets,
Listing Leaders 219-462-5478
Source: NIRA as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 847205
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 3/4 bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Bonus Room, Bedroom 6, Other Room, Primary Bedroom, Office, Living Room, Kitchen, Family Room, Dining Room, Bedroom 5, Bedroom 4, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 2
Primary bedroom
- Description: plus 11x9 sitting room
- Level: Upper
- Area: 221
- Dimensions: 17.0 x 13.0
Bedroom 2
- Level: Upper
- Area: 225
- Dimensions: 15.0 x 15.0
Bedroom 3
- Level: Upper
- Area: 182
- Dimensions: 14.0 x 13.0
Bedroom 4
- Level: Upper
- Area: 117
- Dimensions: 13.0 x 9.0
Bedroom 5
- Level: Upper
- Area: 864
- Dimensions: 32.0 x 27.0
Dining room
- Description: fireplace
- Level: Main
- Area: 280
- Dimensions: 20.0 x 14.0
Family room
- Level: Main
- Area: 180
- Dimensions: 15.0 x 12.0
Kitchen
- Level: Main
- Area: 221
- Dimensions: 17.0 x 13.0
Living room
- Level: Main
- Area: 272
- Dimensions: 17.0 x 16.0
Other
- Level: Main
- Area: 120
- Dimensions: 12.0 x 10.0
Office
- Description: currently being used as bedroom
- Level: Main
- Area: 154
- Dimensions: 14.0 x 11.0
Heating
- Forced Air, Natural Gas
Appliances
- Included: Range, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Refrigerator
- Laundry: Gas Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
Features
- Entrance Foyer, Country Kitchen, Pantry, Kitchen Island, High Ceilings
- Basement: Interior Entry,Unfinished,Storage Space
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Wood Burning
Interior area
- Total structure area: 3,864
- Total interior livable area: 3,864 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 3,864
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Driveway
- Garage spaces: 2
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Levels: Three Or More
- Patio & porch: Covered, Rear Porch, Front Porch, Deck
- Exterior features: Rain Gutters
- Pool features: None
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Neighborhood
Lot
- Size: 0.47 Acres
- Features: Back Yard, Landscaped, Front Yard, Few Trees
Details
- Parcel number: 370730001001059027
- Special conditions: None
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1890
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 200+ Amp Service
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Electricity Connected, Water Connected, Natural Gas Connected
Community & HOA
Community
- Security: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Smoke Detector(s)
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Rensselaer
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $84/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $293,600
- Annual tax amount: $1,286
- Date on market: 10/22/2026
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Listing terms: Cash,VA Loan,FHA,Conventional
Estimated market value
$315,000
$299,000 - $331,000
$2,239/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 11/11/2026 | Price change | $325,000-1.5%$84/sqft |
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| 10/22/2026 | Listed for sale | $330,000+22.2%$85/sqft |
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| 4/19/2023 | Sold | $270,000+1.9%$70/sqft |
Source: NIRA as distributed by MLS GRID #524219 Report a problem | ||
| 2/20/2023 | Price change | $264,900-5.4%$69/sqft |
Source: NIRA as distributed by MLS GRID #524219 Report a problem | ||
| 12/28/2022 | Listed for sale | $279,900+7.7%$72/sqft |
Source: NIRA as distributed by MLS GRID #524219 Report a problem | ||
| 12/14/2022 | Listing removed | -- |
Source: NIRA as distributed by MLS GRID #513657 Report a problem | ||
| 9/6/2022 | Price change | $259,900-7.1%$67/sqft |
Source: NIRA as distributed by MLS GRID #513657 Report a problem | ||
| 7/5/2022 | Price change | $279,900-5.1%$72/sqft |
Source: NIRA as distributed by MLS GRID #513657 Report a problem | ||
| 6/3/2022 | Listed for sale | $295,000-3.3%$76/sqft |
Source: NIRA as distributed by MLS GRID #513657 Report a problem | ||
| 6/3/2022 | Listing removed | -- |
Source: NIRA as distributed by MLS GRID #511874 Report a problem | ||
| 5/19/2022 | Price change | $305,000-4.7%$79/sqft |
Source: NIRA as distributed by MLS GRID #511874 Report a problem | ||
| 5/5/2022 | Listed for sale | $320,000+58.4%$83/sqft |
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| 7/31/2006 | Sold | $202,000$52/sqft |
Source: NIRA as distributed by MLS GRID #150163 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $1,366 +10.4% | $293,600 +9.6% |
| 2024 | $1,237 -49.1% | $267,900 +24.6% |
| 2023 | $2,428 +89.4% | $215,000 +11.9% |
| 2022 | $1,282 +1.5% | $192,200 +1.4% |
| 2021 | $1,264 +4.8% | $189,600 -0.6% |
| 2020 | $1,206 +3.7% | $190,700 +0.6% |
| 2019 | $1,163 +13.4% | $189,600 -0.1% |
| 2017 | $1,026 +3.4% | $189,700 +1.6% |
| 2016 | $992 -4.8% | $186,700 -0.4% |
| 2014 | $1,043 +5.9% | $187,400 -0.4% |
| 2013 | $985 -2.6% | $188,100 -2.2% |
| 2012 | $1,011 -17.5% | $192,400 -6.1% |
| 2011 | $1,226 +12.4% | $204,800 |
| 2010 | $1,090 +10.4% | $204,800 |
| 2009 | $988 | $204,800 +4.2% |
| 2006 | -- | $196,600 -1.5% |
| 2005 | -- | $199,600 |
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