Welcome to 331 S Melville Street in Rensselaer, a beautifully updated and well maintained 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom home offering 1,272 square feet of comfortable living space on a spacious .52 acre lot. This move in ready property combines modern updates with functional indoor and outdoor living. Inside, you'll find brand new interior doors, new flooring throughout, and a bright, inviting layout. The living room features a gas fireplace, creating a cozy space to relax and unwind. All appliances stay, including the washer and dryer, adding extra convenience for the new owner. Step outside to enjoy a fully fenced backyard with a newly installed privacy fence, a large deck, and an above ground pool that has been completely winterized for the season. The outdoor space offers plenty of room for entertaining, recreation, or quiet enjoyment. Additional features include a 2 car detached garage and ample yard space. Located in town with easy access to local amenities, this property offers a great combination of space, updates, and outdoor features.
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$249,000
331 S Melville St, Rensselaer, IN 47978
3beds
1,272sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1953
0.52 Acres Lot
$253,400 Zestimate®
$196/sqft
$1,714 Estimated rent
Home value
$253,400
Estimated sales range
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Large deckAbove ground poolBright inviting layoutAmple yard spaceBrand new interior doorsNew flooring throughout
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Listed by:
Kaylie Black,
Brick Built Real Estate 574-800-1351
Bought with:
Robert McDaniel, RB17001908
McColly Real Estate
Source: NIRA as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 833210
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Rooms
- Room types: Bedroom 2, Primary Bedroom, Living Room, Laundry, Kitchen, Bedroom 3
Primary bedroom
- Area: 208
- Dimensions: 16.0 x 13.0
Bedroom 2
- Area: 108
- Dimensions: 12.0 x 9.0
Bedroom 3
- Area: 108
- Dimensions: 12.0 x 9.0
Kitchen
- Area: 110
- Dimensions: 11.0 x 10.0
Laundry
- Area: 80
- Dimensions: 10.0 x 8.0
Living room
- Area: 247
- Dimensions: 19.0 x 13.0
Heating
- Forced Air
Appliances
- Included: Dryer, Washer, Refrigerator, Microwave, Dishwasher
- Laundry: Laundry Room
Features
- Ceiling Fan(s), Walk-In Closet(s)
- Windows: Blinds
- Basement: Crawl Space
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Living Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,272
- Total interior livable area: 1,272 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,272
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Detached, Driveway, Garage Door Opener
- Garage spaces: 2
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Levels: One
- Exterior features: Private Yard
- Pool features: Above Ground
- Fencing: Back Yard,Fenced
- Has view: Yes
- View description: City, Neighborhood
Lot
- Size: 0.52 Acres
- Features: Back Yard, Rectangular Lot, Private
Details
- Parcel number: 370729000046000027
- Special conditions: None
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1953
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 200+ Amp Service
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Security: Smoke Detector(s)
- Subdivision: Huhn Sub
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Rensselaer
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $196/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $160,800
- Annual tax amount: $856
- Date on market: 1/24/2026
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Listing terms: Cash,VA Loan,USDA Loan,FHA,Conventional
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 3/5/2026 | Sold | $249,000$196/sqft |
Source:  NIRA as distributed by MLS GRID #833210 Report a problem | ||
| 2/7/2026 | Pending sale | $249,000$196/sqft |
Source: NIRA as distributed by MLS GRID #833210 Report a problem | ||
| 1/24/2026 | Listed for sale | $249,000+59.7%$196/sqft |
Source: NIRA as distributed by MLS GRID #833210 Report a problem | ||
| 3/24/2021 | Listing removed | -- |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 11/28/2020 | Listing removed | $155,900$123/sqft |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 11/8/2020 | Listed for sale | $155,900+27.9%$123/sqft |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 10/31/2017 | Sold | $121,900-4.7%$96/sqft |
Source: NIRA as distributed by MLS GRID #419300 Report a problem | ||
| 10/2/2017 | Pending sale | $127,900$101/sqft |
Source: Cornerstone Real Estate Agency #419300 Report a problem | ||
| 9/18/2017 | Price change | $127,900-3.8%$101/sqft |
Source: Cornerstone Real Estate Agency #419300 Report a problem | ||
| 7/31/2017 | Listed for sale | $132,900$104/sqft |
Source: Cornerstone Real Estate Agency #419300 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $856 +11.4% | $177,100 +10.1% |
| 2024 | $768 +4.7% | $160,800 +7% |
| 2023 | $734 +15.6% | $150,300 +11.1% |
| 2022 | $635 +2.7% | $135,300 +13.1% |
| 2021 | $618 +6.3% | $119,600 +0.3% |
| 2020 | $582 +4.7% | $119,300 +1.3% |
| 2019 | $555 +26.9% | $117,800 +7.3% |
| 2017 | $437 +1.7% | $109,800 +1% |
| 2016 | $430 +2.5% | $108,700 +2.9% |
| 2014 | $419 +98% | $105,600 +33% |
| 2013 | $212 +3.2% | $79,400 +1% |
| 2012 | $205 +0.4% | $78,600 +4.1% |
| 2011 | $204 +12.4% | $75,500 |
| 2010 | $182 +10.4% | $75,500 |
| 2009 | $165 | $75,500 +7.7% |
| 2006 | -- | $70,100 +5.4% |
| 2005 | -- | $66,500 |
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Neighborhood: 47978
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- 8/10Van Rensselaer Elementary SchoolGrades: 3-5Distance: 0.3 mi
- 7/10Rensselaer Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.2 mi
- 6/10Rensselaer Central High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.3 mi
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