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    $399,900

    307 N Van Buren St, Auburn, IN 46706

    5beds
    4,104sqft
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    $2,524/mo
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    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1890
    9,147 Square Feet Lot
    $391,300 Zestimate®
    $--/sqft
    $-- HOA

    What's special

    Privacy fenced-in side yardNew quartz countertopsLarge covered front porchOne-car carportBrownstone and stucco combinationPlaster interior wallsNew walk-in pantry
    Historic Auburn house built by Charles Eckhart who founded the Eckhart Carriage Company, which he turned over to his sons, who started manufacturing automobiles in 1900, and their company became the Auburn Automobile Company. This house was also previously owned by John Foley, a mayor of Auburn. The house is a brownstone and stucco combination, with plaster interior walls and two gas fireplaces with marble mantles. The brownstone and exterior fireplaces were tuck-pointed and re-plastered in 2021. Subject’s kitchen was remodeled in 2021, with original cabinets from house reconfigured and painted, with new quartz counter tops, marble backsplash, and appliances. New walk-in pantry and mud room were also added. Primary bathroom was also remodeled in 2021, with all new fixtures and flooring. Entire first floor of house had new luxury vinyl plank flooring installed in 2021, along with new windows on the north side of the house. Half bath was remodeled with new vanity and stool in 2015. Roof and furnace were both replaced in 2009. Second floor full bathroom has new luxury vinyl plank flooring in 2022. Four upstairs bedrooms have original hardwood floors, as does den. There is a stairway to the third, unfinished and floored attic. There is a full basement under the entire house with rec and family rooms, full bathroom, and two large storage areas. Subject has two-car carriage house with second floor for storage, along with a one-car carport. Garage has 200 amp service to handle electric car charging. Large, covered front porch; rear deck and paver patio, and privacy fenced-in side yard. Appliances and dining room furniture come with the house.
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    Listing updated:

    Listed by:

    Dennis(Matt) K Kruse Cell:260-414-2020,

    Kruse Appraisals, Inc.

    Source: IRMLS,MLS#: 202610703MLS Logo

      Facts & features

      Interior

      Bedrooms & bathrooms
      • Bedrooms: 5
      • Bathrooms: 4
      • Full bathrooms: 3
      • 1/2 bathrooms: 1
      • Main level bedrooms: 1
      Bedroom 1
      • Level: Main
      Bedroom 2
      • Level: Upper
      Dining room
      • Level: Main
      • Area: 238
      • Dimensions: 17 x 14
      Family room
      • Level: Basement
      • Area: 450
      • Dimensions: 30 x 15
      Kitchen
      • Level: Main
      • Area: 216
      • Dimensions: 18 x 12
      Living room
      • Level: Main
      • Area: 364
      • Dimensions: 28 x 13
      Office
      • Level: Upper
      • Area: 152
      • Dimensions: 19 x 8
      Heating
      • Forced Air
      Cooling
      • Central Air
      Appliances
      • Included: Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Freezer, Exhaust Fan, Gas Range, Gas Water Heater, Water Softener Owned
      Features
      • Kitchen Island
      • Flooring: Hardwood, Carpet, Vinyl
      • Basement: Full,Partially Finished,Walk-Up Access,Sump Pump
      • Attic: Walk-up
      • Number of fireplaces: 2
      • Fireplace features: Extra Rm, Living Room, Two
      Interior area
      • Total structure area: 6,198
      • Total interior livable area: 4,104 sqft
      • Finished area above ground: 3,275
      • Finished area below ground: 829
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      Property

      Parking
      • Total spaces: 2
      • Parking features: Detached, Concrete
      • Garage spaces: 2
      • Has uncovered spaces: Yes
      Features
      • Levels: Two
      • Stories: 2
      • Patio & porch: Porch Covered
      • Pool features: None
      • Fencing: Privacy,Wood
      Lot
      • Size: 9,147 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 66x140
      • Features: Corner Lot, City/Town/Suburb
      Details
      • Parcel number: 170629353015.000025
      • Zoning description: Residential
      • Other equipment: Sump Pump

      Construction

      Type & style
      • Home type: SingleFamily
      • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
      Materials
      • Stone, Stucco
      • Roof: Asphalt,Shingle
      Condition
      • New construction: No
      • Year built: 1890

      Utilities & green energy

      • Gas: NIPSCO
      • Sewer: Public Sewer
      • Water: Public

      Community & HOA

      Community
      • Subdivision: Western
      Location
      • Region: Auburn

      Financial & listing details

      • Tax assessed value: $404,300
      • Annual tax amount: $3,411
      • Date on market: 3/31/2026
      • Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,USDA Loan,VA Loan

        Estimated market value

        $391,300

        $372,000 - $411,000

        $2,455/mo

        Price history

        DateEventPrice
        5/1/2026Price change$399,900-5.9%
        Source: IRMLS #202610703 Report a problem
        3/31/2026Listed for sale$424,900+136.1%
        Source: IRMLS #202610703 Report a problem
        5/7/1997Sold$180,000$44/sqft
        Source: Public Record Report a problem

        Public tax history

        YearProperty taxesTax assessment
        2025$3,536 +13%$404,300 +1.4%
        2024$3,130 -7.1%$398,800 +6.4%
        2023$3,370 +19.5%$374,700 +8.8%
        2022$2,820 +1.7%$344,500 +21.1%
        2021$2,773 +31.4%$284,400
        2020$2,110 +8.1%$284,400 +26.8%
        2019$1,953 +2.3%$224,300 +10.8%
        2018$1,909 +6.4%$202,400 +3.2%
        2017$1,794 +17.9%$196,200 +6.9%
        2016$1,522 -13.2%$183,600 +7.3%
        2014$1,753 +1.7%$171,100 -0.9%
        2013$1,723 +5.6%$172,700 +4.7%
        2012$1,632 -11.3%$165,000 -9.5%
        2011$1,840 +9.5%$182,400 +0.6%
        2010$1,681 +13.5%$181,300
        2009$1,481 +26.1%$181,300 +1.2%
        2007$1,174 -37.5%$179,100 +1.9%
        2006$1,879 $175,700 +6.2%
        2005-- $165,400
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        Climate risks

        Neighborhood: 46706

        Getting around

        78 / 100
        Very Walkable
        53 / 100
        Bikeable

        Nearby schools

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        Schools provided by the listing agent
        • Elementary: McKenney-Harrison
        • Middle: Dekalb
        • High: Dekalb
        • District: Dekalb Central United

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