Peaceful Country Living with Modern Comforts!Welcome to your perfect blend of space, serenity, and style! This charming 3-bedroom, 2-bath ranch home sits on a sprawling 2-acre lot, offering room to relax, play, and grow. Inside, you'll find an inviting open floor plan filled with natural light, a spacious living area, and a well-appointed kitchen perfect for entertaining or cozy nights in.Enjoy the comfort of a primary suite with an ensuite bath, plus two additional bedrooms ideal for family, guests, or a home office. Step outside and fall in love with the outdoor oasis--featuring a spacious deck ideal for morning coffee or evening gatherings, a beautifully designed patio perfect for summer BBQs, firepit nights, mature trees, another deck off the primary bedroom or simply soaking in the peace and quiet with endless possibilities--whether you dream of a garden, outdoor entertaining, or simply relaxing under the stars. 4 car garage--2 spaces are detached with electric and its heated! Riding tractor will be included with sale!Located just minutes from town, this property combines the peace of country living with the convenience of nearby amenities. Don't miss your chance to own a slice of quiet paradise!
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$405,000
279 S 500 W, Valparaiso, IN 46385
3beds
1,600sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1972
2 Acres Lot
$424,700 Zestimate®
$253/sqft
$2,514 Estimated rent
Home value
$424,700
Estimated sales range
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Spacious deckBeautifully designed patioInviting open floor planFilled with natural lightMature treesWell-appointed kitchen
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Listed by:
Amy Kooi-Day,
Better Homes and Gardens Real 219-999-8990
Bought with:
Tanya Wolf, RB16001790
Listing Leaders
Source: NIRA as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 822783
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 3/4 bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Area: 234
- Dimensions: 18.0 x 13.0
Bedroom 2
- Area: 110
- Dimensions: 10.0 x 11.0
Bedroom 3
- Area: 110
- Dimensions: 10.0 x 11.0
Dining room
- Area: 150
- Dimensions: 15.0 x 10.0
Kitchen
- Area: 198
- Dimensions: 18.0 x 11.0
Laundry
- Area: 64
- Dimensions: 8.0 x 8.0
Living room
- Area: 240
- Dimensions: 15.0 x 16.0
Heating
- Forced Air, Natural Gas
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Water Softener Owned, Washer, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Microwave, Dryer
- Laundry: Laundry Room, Main Level
Features
- Ceiling Fan(s), Open Floorplan, Double Vanity
- Has basement: No
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,600
- Total interior livable area: 1,600 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,600
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 4
- Parking features: Attached, Concrete, Garage Faces Front, Garage Door Opener, Driveway, Detached
- Attached garage spaces: 4
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Levels: One
- Patio & porch: Covered, Patio, Porch, Deck
- Exterior features: Storage
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Rural, Trees/Woods
Lot
- Size: 2 Acres
- Features: Back Yard, Rectangular Lot, Front Yard, Landscaped
Details
- Parcel number: 641218351001000018
- Special conditions: None
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1972
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 200+ Amp Service
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Well
- Utilities for property: Cable Available, Natural Gas Available, Electricity Available
Community & neighborhood
Security
- Security features: Smoke Detector(s)
Location
- Region: Valparaiso
Other
Other facts
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Listing terms: Cash,VA Loan,FHA,Conventional
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 9/4/2025 | Sold | $405,000-2.9%$253/sqft |
Source:  NIRA as distributed by MLS GRID #822783 Report a problem | ||
| 8/6/2025 | Contingent | $417,000$261/sqft |
Source: NIRA as distributed by MLS GRID #822783 Report a problem | ||
| 7/24/2025 | Price change | $417,000-1.5%$261/sqft |
Source: NIRA as distributed by MLS GRID #822783 Report a problem | ||
| 6/19/2025 | Listed for sale | $423,500+30.3%$265/sqft |
Source: NIRA as distributed by MLS GRID #822783 Report a problem | ||
| 11/10/2022 | Sold | $325,000+1.6%$203/sqft |
Source: NIRA as distributed by MLS GRID #521572 Report a problem | ||
| 10/25/2022 | Pending sale | $319,900$200/sqft |
Source: NIRA as distributed by MLS GRID #521572 Report a problem | ||
| 10/23/2022 | Listed for sale | $319,900+49.5%$200/sqft |
Source: NIRA as distributed by MLS GRID #521572 Report a problem | ||
| 5/10/2016 | Sold | $214,000-0.4%$134/sqft |
Source: NIRA as distributed by MLS GRID #390366 Report a problem | ||
| 3/31/2016 | Pending sale | $214,900$134/sqft |
Source: CENTURY 21 Executive Realty #390366 Report a problem | ||
| 3/27/2016 | Listed for sale | $214,900+186.9%$134/sqft |
Source: CENTURY 21 Executive Realty #390366 Report a problem | ||
| 10/23/2015 | Sold | $74,910-36.7%$47/sqft |
Source: Agent Provided Report a problem | ||
| 9/11/2015 | Price change | $118,300-12.5%$74/sqft |
Source: CENTURY 21 Executive Realty #363521 Report a problem | ||
| 3/19/2015 | Price change | $135,200-11.1%$85/sqft |
Source: CENTURY 21 Executive Realty #363521 Report a problem | ||
| 3/15/2015 | Price change | $152,100-5.3%$95/sqft |
Source: CENTURY 21 Executive Realty #363521 Report a problem | ||
| 1/9/2015 | Listed for sale | $160,550-49.1%$100/sqft |
Source: Century 21 Executive Realty #363521 Report a problem | ||
| 8/12/2014 | Sold | $315,622$197/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $2,201 -1% | $312,000 +6% |
| 2024 | $2,222 -0.5% | $294,300 -0.1% |
| 2023 | $2,234 +6.6% | $294,600 +8.7% |
| 2022 | $2,095 +16.5% | $270,900 +9.9% |
| 2021 | $1,798 +3.3% | $246,400 +6.9% |
| 2020 | $1,740 -4.9% | $230,600 +8.4% |
| 2019 | $1,829 +6.9% | $212,800 +2.5% |
| 2018 | $1,711 | $207,700 +1% |
| 2017 | $1,711 +7.3% | $205,600 +6.6% |
| 2016 | $1,595 -48.6% | $192,900 +6.5% |
| 2014 | $3,103 +94.7% | $181,100 +3.8% |
| 2013 | $1,594 -5.7% | $174,400 -2.2% |
| 2012 | $1,691 +24.4% | $178,400 +3.3% |
| 2011 | $1,359 -6.2% | $172,700 |
| 2010 | $1,448 +13.5% | $172,700 +1.3% |
| 2009 | $1,276 | $170,500 +16.8% |
| 2006 | -- | $146,000 +10.6% |
| 2005 | -- | $132,000 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 46385
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 9/10Porter Lakes Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-3Distance: 2.5 mi
- 8/10Boone Grove Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 3.2 mi
- 8/10Boone Grove High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.2 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- High: Boone Grove 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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- Indiana
- Porter County
- Valparaiso
- 46385
- 279 S 500 W
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