Discover downtown Valpo living--just blocks from Lincolnway! This charming 3-bedroom, 1-bath cottage on a double lot with beautiful landscaping is sure to please. Imagine relaxing on the covered front porch while sipping your favorite beverage and enjoying the neighborhood vibe. Upon entering you are greeted with a spacious living room with lovely hardwood floors that span the living area, dining room and the kitchen. The bright, open kitchen offers ample counter top space and includes all appliances. All 3 bedrooms and the sunroom have updated flooring with the primary bedroom boasting a walk-in closet. The large, fenced in back yard is complete with a convenient storage shed. Interior of home painted fall 2024; bathroom remodeled 2021; basement waterproofed 2020. So close to restaurants, shops, entertainment, and parks. Hurry, this one will not last long!
Pending
$265,000
307 Institute St, Valparaiso, IN 46383
3beds
1,076sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1880
6,534 Square Feet Lot
$265,400 Zestimate®
$246/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Covered front porchDouble lotAmple counter top spaceConvenient storage shedBeautiful landscapingBright open kitchenIncludes all appliances
- 32 days
- 306
- 20
Likely to sell faster than
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Elizabeth Deutscher,
Listing Leaders 219-462-5478
Source: NIRA as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 843203
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 1
- 3/4 bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Bedroom 2, Primary Bedroom, Living Room, Kitchen, Dining Room, Bedroom 3
Primary bedroom
- Description: Walk-in closet
- Level: Main
- Area: 108
- Dimensions: 12.0 x 9.0
Bedroom 2
- Level: Main
- Area: 90
- Dimensions: 10.0 x 9.0
Bedroom 3
- Level: Main
- Area: 81
- Dimensions: 9.0 x 9.0
Dining room
- Description: Hardwood floors
- Level: Main
- Area: 99
- Dimensions: 11.0 x 9.0
Kitchen
- Description: Hardwood floors
- Level: Main
- Area: 115.2
- Dimensions: 12.0 x 9.6
Living room
- Description: Hardwood floors throughout
- Level: Main
- Area: 210
- Dimensions: 15.0 x 14.0
Sunroom
- Level: Main
- Area: 140
- Dimensions: 14.0 x 10.0
Heating
- Forced Air, Natural Gas
Appliances
- Included: Dryer, Washer, Refrigerator, Microwave, Gas Water Heater, Dishwasher
- Laundry: Other
Features
- Ceiling Fan(s)
- Basement: Interior Entry,Unfinished,Sump Pump
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,076
- Total interior livable area: 1,076 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,076
Property
Parking
- Parking features: Additional Parking, On Street
Features
- Levels: One
- Patio & porch: Covered, Front Porch
- Exterior features: Rain Gutters
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Neighborhood
Lot
- Size: 6,534 Square Feet
- Features: Back Yard, Landscaped, Few Trees
Details
- Parcel number: 640924188009000004
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1880
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: North Valparaiso
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Valparaiso
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $246/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $196,100
- Annual tax amount: $1,828
- Date on market: 7/31/2026
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Listing terms: Cash,VA Loan,FHA,Conventional
Estimated market value
$265,400
$252,000 - $279,000
$1,595/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/4/2026 | Pending sale | $265,000$246/sqft |
Source:  NIRA as distributed by MLS GRID #843203 Report a problem | ||
| 7/31/2026 | Listed for sale | $265,000+8.4%$246/sqft |
Source: NIRA as distributed by MLS GRID #843203 Report a problem | ||
| 10/30/2024 | Sold | $244,500$227/sqft |
Source: NIRA as distributed by MLS GRID #809672 Report a problem | ||
| 10/1/2024 | Contingent | $244,500$227/sqft |
Source: NIRA as distributed by MLS GRID #809672 Report a problem | ||
| 9/27/2024 | Listed for sale | $244,500$227/sqft |
Source: NIRA as distributed by MLS GRID #809672 Report a problem | ||
| 9/14/2024 | Contingent | $244,500$227/sqft |
Source: NIRA as distributed by MLS GRID #809672 Report a problem | ||
| 9/6/2024 | Listed for sale | $244,500+135.1%$227/sqft |
Source: NIRA as distributed by MLS GRID #809672 Report a problem | ||
| 8/25/2003 | Sold | $104,000$97/sqft |
Source: NIRA as distributed by MLS GRID #89817 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $2,110 +15.3% | $196,100 -0.6% |
| 2024 | $1,831 +4.6% | $197,300 +12.9% |
| 2023 | $1,751 +12.8% | $174,800 +9.4% |
| 2022 | $1,552 +13.9% | $159,800 +15.2% |
| 2021 | $1,363 +5.3% | $138,700 +10% |
| 2020 | $1,294 +21.2% | $126,100 +5.2% |
| 2019 | $1,068 +5.3% | $119,900 +12.9% |
| 2018 | $1,014 | $106,200 +1.6% |
| 2017 | $1,014 +9.8% | $104,500 +2.7% |
| 2016 | $923 +3.1% | $101,800 +6.4% |
| 2014 | $895 +28.4% | $95,700 +5% |
| 2013 | $697 +8.8% | $91,100 +3.1% |
| 2012 | $641 -6.7% | $88,400 -4.7% |
| 2011 | $687 +11.2% | $92,800 +1.3% |
| 2010 | $617 -2.6% | $91,600 -8.8% |
| 2009 | $634 | $100,400 +11.3% |
| 2006 | -- | $90,200 +19.6% |
| 2005 | -- | $75,400 |
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