Stately Charm Meets Mid-Century Majesty! Welcome to this captivating, custom-built 4-bedroom, 3-bathroom solid brick home sprawling across a generous 0.81-acre lot that masterfully balances grand architectural scale with functional living. The striking front facade commands attention with dramatic two-story columns, crisp white shutters, and manicured topiary landscaping. Step through the front door into a breathtaking, double-height foyer where you are greeted by a magnificent, sweeping oak staircase, polished hardwood floors, and a crystal chandelier. The expansive main level is designed for effortless entertaining and comfortable daily life, featuring a spacious formal living room, a separate cozy family room, a dedicated dining room, a functional kitchen, and a convenient main-floor laundry room. Upstairs, the thoughtful layout keeps all 4 generously sized bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms together on the same level, ensuring maximum privacy for the household. The crown jewel of this property is the spectacular, oversized second-story rooftop terrace positioned directly over the attached garage. Accessible via two separate upper-level doors and enclosed by elegant white wrought-iron railings, this massive deck offers an unparalleled outdoor oasis perfect for hosting summer parties or enjoying your morning coffee. Beyond the terrace, the expansive, fully fenced-in backyard provides a secure, park-like haven framed by mature trees, complete with a handy storage shed for all your gardening tools and outdoor equipment. In a peaceful, established neighborhood, this home offers incredible character, structural integrity, and rare outdoor living space just waiting for your personal style updates. Don't miss your chance to own a truly standout architectural residence--schedule your private tour today!
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Price cut: $5K (6/15)
$349,999
2730 Carmen St, Portage, IN 46368
4beds
2,460sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1959
0.81 Acres Lot
$343,800 Zestimate®
$142/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Attached garageCrystal chandelierStriking front facadeConvenient main-floor laundry roomDedicated dining roomElegant white wrought-iron railingsDramatic two-story columns
- 110 days
- 525
- 41
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Vince Kisala,
Coldwell Banker Real Estate Gr 219-464-3531
Source: NIRA as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 839127
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Bedroom 2, Primary Bedroom, Living Room, Kitchen, Family Room, Dining Room, Bedroom 4, Bedroom 3
Primary bedroom
- Level: Upper
- Area: 168
- Dimensions: 12.0 x 14.0
Bedroom 2
- Level: Upper
- Area: 132
- Dimensions: 11.0 x 12.0
Bedroom 3
- Level: Upper
- Area: 132
- Dimensions: 11.0 x 12.0
Bedroom 4
- Level: Upper
- Area: 144
- Dimensions: 12.0 x 12.0
Dining room
- Level: Main
- Area: 143
- Dimensions: 11.0 x 13.0
Family room
- Level: Main
- Area: 364
- Dimensions: 13.0 x 28.0
Kitchen
- Level: Main
- Area: 96
- Dimensions: 8.0 x 12.0
Living room
- Level: Main
- Area: 221
- Dimensions: 13.0 x 17.0
Heating
- Baseboard, Natural Gas, Hot Water
Appliances
- Included: Dryer, Washer, Refrigerator, Range
- Laundry: Gas Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup, Main Level, Laundry Room
Features
- Ceiling Fan(s), High Ceilings
- Basement: Crawl Space
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,460
- Total interior livable area: 2,460 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 2,460
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Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Garage Door Opener, Paved, Oversized, Kitchen Level, Garage Faces Front, Driveway, Asphalt
- Garage spaces: 2
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Levels: Two
- Patio & porch: Patio
- Exterior features: Private Yard
- Pool features: None
- Fencing: Back Yard,Fenced
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Neighborhood
Lot
- Size: 0.81 Acres
- Features: Back Yard, Landscaped, Front Yard
Details
- Parcel number: 640513178024000016
- Special conditions: None
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1959
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 100 Amp Service, Circuit Breakers
- 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: Sarasota Heights
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Portage
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $142/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $340,500
- Annual tax amount: $6,366
- Date on market: 5/19/2026
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Agency
- Listing terms: Cash,VA Loan,FHA,Conventional
Estimated market value
$343,800
$327,000 - $361,000
$2,884/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/15/2026 | Price change | $349,999-1.4%$142/sqft |
Source:  NIRA as distributed by MLS GRID #839127 Report a problem | ||
| 5/19/2026 | Listed for sale | $355,000+13.8%$144/sqft |
Source: NIRA as distributed by MLS GRID #839127 Report a problem | ||
| 3/7/2022 | Listing removed | -- |
Source: NIRA as distributed by MLS GRID #503790 Report a problem | ||
| 12/6/2021 | Price change | $312,000-10.8%$127/sqft |
Source: NIRA as distributed by MLS GRID #503790 Report a problem | ||
| 11/6/2021 | Listed for sale | $349,900+89.1%$142/sqft |
Source: NIRA as distributed by MLS GRID #503790 Report a problem | ||
| 8/11/2006 | Sold | $185,000$75/sqft |
Source: NIRA as distributed by MLS GRID #148499 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $6,366 +3.4% | $340,500 +7% |
| 2024 | $6,159 +10.1% | $318,300 +3.4% |
| 2023 | $5,592 +36.1% | $307,900 +10.2% |
| 2022 | $4,109 +7.2% | $279,500 +36.1% |
| 2021 | $3,834 +0.4% | $205,400 +7.2% |
| 2020 | $3,820 +2.9% | $191,600 +0.4% |
| 2019 | $3,712 +6.5% | $190,900 +3.5% |
| 2018 | $3,487 -15.2% | $184,500 +6.5% |
| 2017 | $4,112 +14.9% | $173,300 +4.4% |
| 2016 | $3,579 -6% | $166,000 -8.2% |
| 2014 | $3,809 -3.9% | $180,800 +4.8% |
| 2013 | $3,963 +10.4% | $172,500 -3.7% |
| 2012 | $3,588 -0.3% | $179,200 -0.2% |
| 2011 | $3,600 -2.2% | $179,600 -2.2% |
| 2010 | $3,681 +1% | $183,600 +1% |
| 2009 | $3,643 | $181,800 |
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Neighborhood: 46368
Nearby schools
Schools provided by the listing agent
- High: Portage High School
Source: NIRA as distributed by MLS GRID. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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