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    $539,500

    4627 Merriam Creek Dr, Fort Wayne, IN 46816

    4beds
    3,154sqft
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    $3,397/mo
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    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1976
    2.8 Acres Lot
    $-- Zestimate®
    $--/sqft
    $-- HOA

    What's special

    Wow! Don't miss this one! Well maintained, high quality house full of character & extras on over 2 picturesque acres! Close to town, but not too close! 2 en-suite bedrooms(in-law suite)!?! The striking front room & foyer is perfect for soaking up sun in any season with lots of big windows & some sky lights. In the back of the house the living room(featuring wood burning stove & built-in shelves), dining room, & kitchen are open at the back of the house so the owners can take full advantage of the back yard oasis! Part of backyard is fenced(ideal for pets), large patio, private wooded backdrop, fenced garden area, partial privacy fence, & custom made PIZZA oven!? The possibilities are endless! The laundry room/mudroom has extra cabinetry, desk, pantry storage, & double doors to the back patio & garden area. As for the rest of the first floor, the main floor master suite connects to a spacious additional living area. This area is easily isolated from the rest of the first floor if more of a private living space is desired. Currently, it's set up as the ultimate bar/rec. room! The bar is a real show piece with a custom made black maple bar top & hickory wood trim! The bar has power to it & there's also a sink on hand--all ready to be adapted to the specific needs of the next owners! On the upper level of the home are 2 bedrooms that share a full bathroom with tile floor & bath surround...AND a HUGE en-suite bedroom!! This room has a balcony overlooking the backyard & dual closets! If you're still reading, you might be interested to know that there is an oversized attached 2-car garage with work bench, cabinets, shelving, & a 220 outlet. Don't worry, there's still room for your extra tools, boat, collector car, mower, tractor, kid's cars, etc. in the DETACHED 2-car garage! Just a short walk across the driveway, it's has power, heat, & some nice shelves too! Walk the trail through the woods to go play in the creek running through the property! Into plants that produce food? Asparagus, some wild berries in the woods, 2 varieties of raspberries, black currents, pawpaw, pear, peach, apple, quince, & strawberries. Check out where in the attached document. To wrap up: Generator ready. Irrigation system. Well water. CITY sewer! Hot tub & swingset stay! Other personal property is either staying or negotiable. East Allen Schools! Floor plan & video walk thru available in virtual tour link, or just call your favourite REALTOR for a showing!
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    Listed by:

    Jay Price 260-438-8640,

    Mike Thomas Assoc., Inc

    Source: IRMLS,MLS#: 202618010MLS Logo

      Facts & features

      Interior

      Bedrooms & bathrooms
      • Bedrooms: 4
      • 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: 247
      • Dimensions: 19 x 13
      Family room
      • Level: Main
      • Area: 286
      • Dimensions: 22 x 13
      Kitchen
      • Level: Main
      • Area: 120
      • Dimensions: 12 x 10
      Living room
      • Level: Main
      • Area: 192
      • Dimensions: 16 x 12
      Heating
      • Electric, Natural Gas, Baseboard, Forced Air, High Efficiency Furnace
      Cooling
      • Central Air, Ceiling Fan(s)
      Appliances
      • Included: Disposal, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Electric Cooktop, Dryer-Electric, Electric Oven, Electric Water Heater, Gas Water Heater, Water Softener Owned
      • Laundry: Sink, Main Level
      Features
      • 1st Bdrm En Suite, Bar, Bookcases, Built-in Desk, Ceiling Fan(s), Walk-In Closet(s), Laminate Counters, Crown Molding, Entrance Foyer, Guest Quarters, Natural Woodwork, Open Floorplan, Split Br Floor Plan, Wet Bar, Stand Up Shower, Tub/Shower Combination, Main Level Bedroom Suite, Bidet
      • Flooring: Carpet, Tile, Vinyl
      • Windows: Skylight(s), Double Pane Windows, Window Treatments, Blinds
      • Basement: None
      • Attic: Pull Down Stairs
      • Number of fireplaces: 1
      • Fireplace features: Living Room, Wood Burning, Wood Burning Stove
      Interior area
      • Total structure area: 3,154
      • Total interior livable area: 3,154 sqft
      • Finished area above ground: 3,154
      • Finished area below ground: 0
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      Property

      Parking
      • Total spaces: 2
      • Parking features: Attached, Garage Door Opener, RV Access/Parking, Heated Garage, Garage Utilities, Concrete
      • Attached garage spaces: 2
      • Has uncovered spaces: Yes
      Features
      • Levels: Two
      • Stories: 2
      • Patio & porch: Deck, Patio
      • Exterior features: Balcony, Irrigation System, Play/Swing Set, Basketball Goal
      • Has spa: Yes
      • Spa features: Private
      • Fencing: Full,Partial,Chain Link,Picket,Privacy,Wood
      • Has view: Yes
      • On waterfront: Yes
      • Waterfront features: Waterfront, Waterfront-Medium Bank, Frontage Lot, Creek
      • Frontage length: Water Frontage(275)
      Lot
      • Size: 2.8 Acres
      • Dimensions: 485x276x317x319
      • Features: Few Trees, Rolling Slope, Flood Plain, City/Town/Suburb, Rural Subdivision, Landscaped
      Details
      • Additional structures: Second Garage
      • Parcel number: 021805227004.000051
      • Zoning: A1
      • Other equipment: Generator

      Construction

      Type & style
      • Home type: SingleFamily
      • Architectural style: Traditional
      • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
      Materials
      • Aluminum Siding, Cedar, Stone, Stucco, Vinyl Siding
      • Foundation: Slab
      • Roof: Asphalt,Shingle,Dimensional Shingles
      Condition
      • New construction: No
      • Year built: 1976

      Utilities & green energy

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

      Community & HOA

      Community
      • Subdivision: Whispering Oaks
      Location
      • Region: Fort Wayne

      Financial & listing details

      • Tax assessed value: $390,300
      • Annual tax amount: $3,258
      • Date on market: 5/13/2026
      • Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
      • Road surface type: Asphalt

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        Estimated sales range

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        Price history

        DateEventPrice
        7/29/2026Price change$539,500-0.9%
        Source: IRMLS #202618010 Report a problem
        6/18/2026Listed for sale$544,500
        Source: IRMLS #202618010 Report a problem
        6/7/2026Pending sale$544,500
        Source: IRMLS #202618010 Report a problem
        5/15/2026Listed for sale$544,500+115.2%
        Source: IRMLS #202618010 Report a problem
        6/23/2017Sold$253,000-2.7%$80/sqft
        Source: Agent Provided Report a problem
        5/6/2017Listed for sale$259,900$82/sqft
        Source: Coldwell Banker Roth Wehrly Graber #201719628 Report a problem

        Public tax history

        YearProperty taxesTax assessment
        2025$3,278 -6%$390,300 -3.7%
        2024$3,486 +53.1%$405,100 +8.9%
        2023$2,277 +21.4%$371,900 +17.7%
        2022$1,876 0%$316,100 +29.1%
        2021$1,876 -1.1%$244,800
        2020$1,896 -4.3%$244,800 +1.3%
        2019$1,982 +9.3%$241,700
        2018$1,814 +4.2%$241,700 +12%
        2017$1,741 +2.5%$215,800 +3.7%
        2016$1,699 +0.4%$208,200 +1.4%
        2014$1,692 +1.2%$205,400 +3.1%
        2013$1,671 +31%$199,200 +16.6%
        2011$1,275 $170,900 -3.2%
        2010-- $176,500 -10.6%
        2007-- $197,500 +8.3%
        2005-- $182,300
        2004-- $182,300 +91.5%
        2001-- $95,200 +199.9%
        1999-- $31,740
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        Climate risks

        Neighborhood: 46816

        Getting around

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        Car-Dependent
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        No Nearby Transit
        23 / 100
        Somewhat Bikeable

        Nearby schools

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        Schools provided by the listing agent
        • Elementary: Heritage
        • Middle: Heritage
        • High: Heritage
        • District: East Allen County

        Source: IRMLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.

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