This charming two-bedroom ranch sits gracefully on a corner lot, offering timeless appeal and a welcoming presence. A cozy 864 square feet on the main equals the 864 square feet in the basement. A classic wrought iron fence frames the property, adding both character and a touch of elegance. Inside the home is move-in ready featuring a bright and inviting living space with tasteful updates throughout. The spacious basement provides ample storage or potential for a cozy recreation area, while the walk-up attic offers additional storage space. With its blend of charm, practicality, and room to grow, this delightful home combines vintage warmth with modern comfort in a park-like setting that feels both private and inviting. Easily get to downtown, Valparaiso University, shops and restaurants. Note: the second bath in the basement is toilet and sink only
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$265,000
256 Garfield Ave, Valparaiso, IN 46383
2beds
1,728sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1910
9,234 Square Feet Lot
$274,400 Zestimate®
$153/sqft
$1,939 Estimated rent
Home value
$274,400
Estimated sales range
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Classic wrought iron fenceCorner lot
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Listed by:
Judith Rooney-Davis,
Century 21 Affiliated 219-405-4112
Bought with:
Lisa Skratsky, RB14043159
Listing Leaders Northwest
Source: NIRA as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 830716
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Bedroom 2, Other Room, Primary Bedroom, Living Room, Kitchen, Basement
Primary bedroom
- Description: new carpet
- Area: 132
- Dimensions: 12.0 x 11.0
Bedroom 2
- Description: Access walk up attic
- Area: 88
- Dimensions: 8.0 x 11.0
Basement
- Description: Dry
- Area: 864
- Dimensions: 36.0 x 24.0
Kitchen
- Description: eat-in
- Area: 132
- Dimensions: 12.0 x 11.0
Living room
- Description: Built in corner cabinets
- Area: 242
- Dimensions: 22.0 x 11.0
Other
- Description: Enclosed breezeway
- Area: 15
- Dimensions: 5.0 x 3.0
Other
- Description: Enclosed Front Porch
- Area: 154
- Dimensions: 22.0 x 7.0
Heating
- Forced Air, Natural Gas
Appliances
- Included: Dryer, Water Softener Owned, Washer, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Dishwasher
- Laundry: Gas Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
Features
- Ceiling Fan(s), Eat-in Kitchen, Crown Molding
- Windows: Aluminum Frames
- Basement: Bath/Stubbed,Walk-Out Access,Sump Pump,Finished,Daylight
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,728
- Total interior livable area: 1,728 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 864
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Detached, Garage Faces Front, Additional Parking
- Garage spaces: 1
Features
- Levels: One
- Patio & porch: Covered, Rear Porch, Porch, Front Porch, Enclosed
- Exterior features: Private Yard
- Pool features: None
- Fencing: Fenced
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Neighborhood
Lot
- Size: 9,234 Square Feet
- Features: Corner Lot, Rectangular Lot
Details
- Parcel number: 640924458007000004
- Zoning description: residential
- Special conditions: None
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1910
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 100 Amp Service
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Electricity Connected, Water Connected, Sewer Connected, Natural Gas Connected
Community & HOA
Community
- Security: Smoke Detector(s)
- Subdivision: Woodhulls Add
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Valparaiso
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $153/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $230,900
- Annual tax amount: $2,585
- Date on market: 11/13/2025
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 12/4/2025 | Sold | $265,000-1.8%$153/sqft |
Source:  NIRA as distributed by MLS GRID #830716 Report a problem | ||
| 11/21/2025 | Pending sale | $269,900$156/sqft |
Source: NIRA as distributed by MLS GRID #830716 Report a problem | ||
| 11/21/2025 | Contingent | $269,900$156/sqft |
Source: NIRA as distributed by MLS GRID #830716 Report a problem | ||
| 11/13/2025 | Listed for sale | $269,900+203.3%$156/sqft |
Source: NIRA as distributed by MLS GRID #830716 Report a problem | ||
| 11/21/2003 | Sold | $89,000$52/sqft |
Source: NIRA as distributed by MLS GRID #91787 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $2,585 +15.5% | $230,000 -0.4% |
| 2024 | $2,237 +3.2% | $230,900 +13.1% |
| 2023 | $2,167 +12.1% | $204,200 +9.3% |
| 2022 | $1,933 +12.5% | $186,900 +15.3% |
| 2021 | $1,718 +4.3% | $162,100 +10% |
| 2020 | $1,647 +11.9% | $147,400 +5% |
| 2019 | $1,471 +4.6% | $140,400 +8.2% |
| 2018 | $1,406 | $129,800 +1.3% |
| 2017 | $1,406 +7.4% | $128,100 +1.8% |
| 2016 | $1,309 -55.4% | $125,800 +7.1% |
| 2014 | $2,935 +29.9% | $117,500 +4.9% |
| 2013 | $2,259 +3.7% | $112,000 +3% |
| 2012 | $2,177 -7.7% | $108,700 -7.6% |
| 2011 | $2,360 +1.4% | $117,700 +1.3% |
| 2010 | $2,328 -6.9% | $116,200 -7% |
| 2009 | $2,500 | $124,900 -4.5% |
| 2006 | -- | $130,800 +9.9% |
| 2005 | -- | $119,000 |
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Neighborhood: 46383
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