Welcome to 2288 Taft Street -- a beautifully renovated 3-bedroom, 1-bath ranch situated on a large, fully fenced corner lot in one of Gary's most established and convenient neighborhoods. This turn-key home offers single-level living with a private driveway, brand-new fence, and thoughtfully updated finishes throughout, creating the perfect blend of comfort, privacy, and style.Inside, you'll find a spacious layout filled with natural light, complemented by new carpeting, luxury vinyl flooring, updated countertops, modern light fixtures, new windows, and a complete stainless steel appliance package. A brand-new hot water heater adds to the long list of recent upgrades.Whether you're a first-time homebuyer looking for a low-maintenance, move-in ready home, an investor searching for a high-quality rental in a growing area, or a VA/FHA buyer ready to purchase a home with lasting value--this property checks all the boxes.Ideally located near public transportation, shopping, dining, and entertainment options, the home is priced to align with current market conditions and offers an opportunity for well-qualified buyers to secure a fully renovated home with minimal resistance.Don't miss your chance to own this thoughtfully updated, well-positioned home that offers privacy, functionality, and long-term value--all in one.
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$125,000
2288 W Taft St, Gary, IN 46404
3beds
864sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1952
6,098.4 Square Feet Lot
$128,100 Zestimate®
$145/sqft
$1,512 Estimated rent
Home value
$128,100
$117,000 - $140,000
$1,512/mo
Zestimate® history
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Modern light fixturesSpacious layoutNatural lightCorner lotNew carpetingNew windowsUpdated countertops
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Listed by:
Ashley Tarver,
@properties/Christie's Intl RE 219-440-0070
Bought with:
Miguel Tovar, RB18000703
Weichert Realtors - Shoreline
Source: NIRA as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 823451
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Description: Estimated Measurements
- Area: 168
- Dimensions: 12.0 x 14.0
Bedroom 2
- Description: Estimated Measurements
- Area: 156
- Dimensions: 12.0 x 13.0
Bedroom 3
- Description: Estimated Measurements
- Area: 132
- Dimensions: 11.0 x 12.0
Kitchen
- Description: Estimated Measurements
- Area: 180
- Dimensions: 15.0 x 12.0
Living room
- Description: Estimated Measurements
- Area: 272
- Dimensions: 17.0 x 16.0
Heating
- Has Heating (Unspecified Type)
Appliances
- Included: Built-In Gas Range, Refrigerator, Microwave
Features
- None
- Basement: Crawl Space
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 864
- Total interior livable area: 864 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 864
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Off Street, Driveway, Additional Parking
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Levels: One
- Exterior features: Lighting, Storage, Rain Gutters
- Fencing: Back Yard,Partial
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Neighborhood
Lot
- Size: 6,098 sqft
- Features: Back Yard, Corner Lot
Details
- Parcel number: 450817130054000004
- Special conditions: None
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1952
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Gary
- Subdivision: The Lyon Add
Other
Other facts
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Agency
- Listing terms: Cash,VA Loan,FHA,Conventional
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 12/1/2025 | Pending sale | $128,000+2.4%$148/sqft |
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| 11/28/2025 | Sold | $125,000-2.3%$145/sqft |
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| 10/15/2025 | Listed for sale | $128,000$148/sqft |
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| 10/14/2025 | Pending sale | $128,000$148/sqft |
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| 9/29/2025 | Contingent | $128,000$148/sqft |
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| 9/2/2025 | Price change | $128,000-8.6%$148/sqft |
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| 8/15/2025 | Pending sale | $140,000$162/sqft |
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| 6/30/2025 | Listed for sale | $140,000+141.4%$162/sqft |
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| 2/18/2025 | Sold | $58,000+16%$67/sqft |
Source: NIRA as distributed by MLS GRID #815426 Report a problem | ||
| 2/6/2025 | Pending sale | $50,000$58/sqft |
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| 2/4/2025 | Listing removed | $50,000$58/sqft |
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| 1/28/2025 | Listed for sale | $50,000$58/sqft |
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Public tax history
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Neighborhood: Tolleston
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 4/10Beveridge Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.9 mi
- 4/10Bailly Preparatory AcademyGrades: 6-8Distance: 3.7 mi
- 1/10West Side Leadership AcademyGrades: 9-12Distance: 2.5 mi
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