Tucked between wide open skies and waving cornfields, this fixer-upper sits on 1.7 acres of peaceful Indiana countryside--but with the surprising perk of city utilities. With 984 square feet of potential, this two-bedroom, one bath home is ready for someone with vision (and a toolbelt). The detached 803 sq. ft. garage offers space for projects, storage, or that dream workshop you've been sketching out in your head.Just minutes from downtown Valparaiso, you can live the quiet life with all the perks--shops, dining, and entertainment just a short drive away.Bring your imagination and make it yours--just don't bring a loan officer. This one's cash only.Country calm, city connection, and a canvas full of possibilities--right here in Wanatah.
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$70,000
305 N Illinois St, Wanatah, IN 46390
2beds
984sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1890
1.7 Acres Lot
$72,000 Zestimate®
$71/sqft
$1,514 Estimated rent
Home value
$72,000
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Wide open skiesWaving cornfieldsTwo-bedroom one bath
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Listed by:
Danek Znika,
Brokerworks Group 219-786-7000
Bought with:
Josh Biggs, RB18000426
Coldwell Banker Realty
Mandie Biggs, RB22002056
Coldwell Banker Realty
Source: NIRA as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 822852
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Bedroom 2, Kitchen, Primary Bedroom, Other Room, Living Room, Laundry, Dining Room
Primary bedroom
- Area: 99
- Dimensions: 9.0 x 11.0
Bedroom 2
- Area: 63
- Dimensions: 9.0 x 7.0
Dining room
- Area: 238
- Dimensions: 14.0 x 17.0
Kitchen
- Area: 104
- Dimensions: 8.0 x 13.0
Laundry
- Description: Irregular due to basement stairs
- Area: 112
- Dimensions: 8.0 x 14.0
Living room
- Area: 196
- Dimensions: 14.0 x 14.0
Other
- Description: Bathroom
- Area: 45
- Dimensions: 5.0 x 9.0
Heating
- Forced Air, Natural Gas
Appliances
- Included: None
Features
- None
- Basement: Full,Unfinished
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 984
- Total interior livable area: 984 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 984
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2.5
- Parking features: Additional Parking, Off Street, Gravel, Driveway
- Garage spaces: 2.5
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Levels: One
- Exterior features: Fire Pit, Private Yard, Storage
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Neighborhood, Trees/Woods, Rural
Lot
- Size: 1.7 Acres
- Features: Back Yard, Few Trees
Details
- Parcel number: 461705201007000002
- Special conditions: None
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Condition
- Fixer
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1890
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Electricity Available, Water Available, Sewer Available, Natural Gas Available
Community & HOA
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Wanatah
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $71/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $113,500
- Annual tax amount: $1,118
- Date on market: 6/20/2025
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Listing terms: Cash
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 9/10/2025 | Sold | $70,000-22.2%$71/sqft |
Source:  NIRA as distributed by MLS GRID #822852 Report a problem | ||
| 9/3/2025 | Pending sale | $90,000$91/sqft |
Source: NIRA as distributed by MLS GRID #822852 Report a problem | ||
| 8/25/2025 | Price change | $90,000-30.8%$91/sqft |
Source: NIRA as distributed by MLS GRID #822852 Report a problem | ||
| 6/20/2025 | Listed for sale | $130,000$132/sqft |
Source: NIRA as distributed by MLS GRID #822852 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $2,158 +4.4% | $113,500 +5.2% |
| 2024 | $2,066 +1131.2% | $107,900 +4.5% |
| 2023 | $168 +9.2% | $103,300 +1.6% |
| 2022 | $154 +2% | $101,700 +1.4% |
| 2021 | $151 +2% | $100,300 -0.1% |
| 2020 | $148 -64.6% | $100,400 |
| 2019 | $417 +3.2% | $100,400 +1.1% |
| 2018 | $404 +4.1% | $99,300 +1.5% |
| 2017 | $388 +16% | $97,800 -0.1% |
| 2016 | $334 -3.2% | $97,900 -14.9% |
| 2014 | $345 +12.2% | $115,100 +1.8% |
| 2013 | $308 | $113,100 +8.1% |
| 2010 | -- | $104,600 |
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Neighborhood: 46390
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- 4/10Tri-Township Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-5Distance: 0.5 mi
- 4/10Tri-Township Jr.-Sr. High SchoolGrades: 6-12Distance: 8 mi
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