Welcome to this well-maintained, one-owner 3-bedroom, 2-bath ranch, built by the original homeowner and lovingly cared for over the years! This home features a spacious layout, a full finished basement providing additional living and entertaining space complete with a cozy fireplace and wet bar, plus an attached 2-car heated garage. Pride of ownership is evident throughout, with a roof replaced in 2012. Step outside to enjoy the spacious backyard featuring a concrete patio and a peaceful, private setting with no neighbors behind and beautiful views of mature trees--perfect for relaxing or entertaining. Whether you're looking to move right in and update over time or create your dream home, this property offers endless potential. Conveniently located near shopping, dining, parks, schools, and major highways. Home is being sold as-is. Schedule your private showing today!
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$231,000
240 E 78th Ave, Merrillville, IN 46410
3beds
2,330sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1966
0.28 Acres Lot
$218,800 Zestimate®
$99/sqft
$1,975 Estimated rent
Home value
$218,800
$208,000 - $230,000
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Full finished basementCozy fireplaceSpacious layoutWet barSpacious backyard
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Listed by:
Jana Caudill,
eXp Realty, LLC hello@janacaudillteam.com,
Lynnette Terry,
eXp Realty, LLC
Bought with:
Angela Dilworth, RB14051236
Century 21 Circle
Source: NIRA as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 842109
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 3/4 bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Bedroom 2, Other Room, Primary Bedroom, Living Room, Kitchen, Family Room, Dining Room, Bedroom 3
Primary bedroom
- Level: Main
- Area: 117
- Dimensions: 13.0 x 9.0
Bedroom 2
- Level: Main
- Area: 120
- Dimensions: 10.0 x 12.0
Bedroom 3
- Level: Main
- Area: 90
- Dimensions: 10.0 x 9.0
Breakfast room
- Level: Main
- Area: 32
- Dimensions: 8.0 x 4.0
Dining room
- Level: Main
- Area: 108
- Dimensions: 12.0 x 9.0
Family room
- Level: Basement
- Area: 494
- Dimensions: 26.0 x 19.0
Kitchen
- Level: Main
- Area: 198
- Dimensions: 18.0 x 11.0
Living room
- Level: Main
- Area: 324
- Dimensions: 18.0 x 18.0
Other
- Description: Wet Bar
- Level: Basement
- Area: 168
- Dimensions: 14.0 x 12.0
Heating
- Baseboard
Appliances
- Included: Built-In Gas Range, Washer, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Microwave, Gas Water Heater, Gas Cooktop, Dishwasher, Dryer
- Laundry: Gas Dryer Hookup, Lower Level
Features
- Ceiling Fan(s), Eat-in Kitchen, Entrance Foyer
- Basement: Partially Finished,Storage Space
- Number of fireplaces: 2
- Fireplace features: Basement, Gas, Family Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,330
- Total interior livable area: 2,330 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,478
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Driveway, On Street, Heated Garage, Garage Faces Front
- Garage spaces: 2
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Levels: One
- Patio & porch: Front Porch
- Exterior features: Lighting, Storage, Rain Gutters, Private Yard
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Neighborhood
Lot
- Size: 0.28 Acres
- Features: Back Yard, Private, Front Yard, Few Trees
Details
- Parcel number: 451222101010000030
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1966
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 100 Amp Service
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Cable Available
Community & HOA
Community
- Security: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Smoke Detector(s)
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Merrillville
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $99/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $197,300
- Annual tax amount: $1,610
- Date on market: 7/10/2026
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/24/2026 | Sold | $231,000+5%$99/sqft |
Source:  NIRA as distributed by MLS GRID #842109 Report a problem | ||
| 7/15/2026 | Pending sale | $219,900$94/sqft |
Source: NIRA as distributed by MLS GRID #842109 Report a problem | ||
| 7/14/2026 | Contingent | $219,900$94/sqft |
Source: NIRA as distributed by MLS GRID #842109 Report a problem | ||
| 7/10/2026 | Listed for sale | $219,900$94/sqft |
Source: NIRA as distributed by MLS GRID #842109 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $1,610 +6.6% | $197,300 -0.1% |
| 2024 | $1,511 -2.8% | $197,400 +0.8% |
| 2023 | $1,555 +19.3% | $195,800 +10.4% |
| 2022 | $1,304 +5.7% | $177,300 +11.9% |
| 2021 | $1,233 +4.5% | $158,400 +2.7% |
| 2020 | $1,179 -26% | $154,200 +1% |
| 2019 | $1,593 -3.9% | $152,700 -0.7% |
| 2018 | $1,658 +31.8% | $153,800 +0.7% |
| 2017 | $1,258 | $152,700 -0.5% |
| 2016 | $1,258 +7.3% | $153,500 +3.7% |
| 2014 | $1,172 -5.5% | $148,000 -0.9% |
| 2013 | $1,241 -13.8% | $149,300 +0.9% |
| 2012 | $1,440 +4.4% | $147,900 +0.1% |
| 2011 | $1,379 +4.2% | $147,700 +1.2% |
| 2010 | $1,323 | $146,000 -6% |
| 2009 | -- | $155,400 |
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Neighborhood: 46410
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- 3/10Henry P Fieler Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-4Distance: 2.1 mi
- 5/10Pierce Middle SchoolGrades: 7-8Distance: 0.8 mi
- 3/10Merrillville High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.2 mi
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