Welcome to this beautifully updated ranch home offering 3 bedrooms, 1.5 baths, and over 1,500 square feet of finished living space. The main level features rich, natural wood hardwood floors that bring warmth and character throughout. Enjoy a brand-new kitchen with all-new cabinetry, a stylish sink and faucet, and a full suite of appliances including a refrigerator, microwave, and stove--making it move-in ready and highly functional. The main bathroom has been completely remodeled with a luxurious spa tub, gold fixtures, and elegant finishes that create a spa-like retreat. This home has been upgraded from top to bottom, including a brand-new furnace, new water heater, updated plumbing lines, and a new electrical panel with nearly all new wiring, offering peace of mind for years to come. Additional highlights include a new roof, a fully fenced backyard perfect for entertaining or relaxing, and a 1.5-car garage for added storage. The 160 sq. ft. enclosed back porch features new insulated windows, providing extra year-round living space ideal for a sunroom, office, or flex area. Don't miss your chance to make this beautifully upgraded home yours--schedule your private showing today!
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$175,000
4742 Van Buren St, Gary, IN 46408
3beds
1,520sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1941
5,096 Square Feet Lot
$180,600 Zestimate®
$115/sqft
$1,605 Estimated rent
Home value
$180,600
$164,000 - $199,000
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Luxurious spa tubEnclosed back porchNew insulated windowsBrand-new kitchenFully fenced backyardFull suite of appliancesAll-new cabinetry
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Listed by:
David Whitehead,
RE/MAX Lifestyles 219-462-2121
Bought with:
Precious Credit, RB24001118
Coldwell Banker Realty
Source: NIRA as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 825325
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Bedroom 2, Utility Room, Primary Bedroom, Living Room, Laundry, Kitchen, Family Room, Bedroom 3
Primary bedroom
- Area: 120
- Dimensions: 12.0 x 10.0
Bedroom 2
- Area: 99
- Dimensions: 11.0 x 9.0
Bedroom 3
- Area: 130
- Dimensions: 13.0 x 10.0
Family room
- Area: 400
- Dimensions: 20.0 x 20.0
Kitchen
- Area: 132
- Dimensions: 11.0 x 12.0
Laundry
- Area: 140
- Dimensions: 14.0 x 10.0
Living room
- Area: 204
- Dimensions: 17.0 x 12.0
Utility room
- Area: 56
- Dimensions: 8.0 x 7.0
Heating
- Forced Air
Appliances
- Included: Refrigerator, Range, Microwave
- Laundry: Gas Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup, Lower Level
Features
- Ceiling Fan(s), Country Kitchen, Soaking Tub, Open Floorplan, Laminate Counters
- Windows: Blinds
- Basement: Finished
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,520
- Total interior livable area: 1,520 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 760
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1.5
- Parking features: Detached, Alley Access, Additional Parking, Garage Door Opener
- Garage spaces: 1.5
Features
- Levels: One
- Patio & porch: Enclosed, Rear Porch, Patio
- Exterior features: Private Yard, Rain Gutters
- Has spa: Yes
- Spa features: Bath
- Fencing: Back Yard,Chain Link
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Neighborhood
Lot
- Size: 5,096 Square Feet
- Features: Back Yard, Landscaped, Front Yard
Details
- Parcel number: 450833251017000004
- Special conditions: None
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1941
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: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Security Lights, Smoke Detector(s)
- Subdivision: Junedale Sub
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Gary
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $115/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $41,800
- Annual tax amount: $1,054
- Date on market: 8/1/2025
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Listing terms: Cash,VA Loan,FHA,Conventional
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 11/5/2025 | Sold | $175,000+3%$115/sqft |
Source:  NIRA as distributed by MLS GRID #825325 Report a problem | ||
| 10/14/2025 | Listing removed | $169,900$112/sqft |
Source: NIRA as distributed by MLS GRID #825325 Report a problem | ||
| 8/13/2025 | Contingent | $169,900$112/sqft |
Source: NIRA as distributed by MLS GRID #825325 Report a problem | ||
| 8/1/2025 | Listed for sale | $169,900+286.1%$112/sqft |
Source: NIRA as distributed by MLS GRID #825325 Report a problem | ||
| 3/10/2025 | Sold | $44,000+22.2%$29/sqft |
Source: NIRA as distributed by MLS GRID #815464 Report a problem | ||
| 2/6/2025 | Pending sale | $36,000$24/sqft |
Source: NIRA as distributed by MLS GRID #815464 Report a problem | ||
| 1/31/2025 | Listing removed | $36,000$24/sqft |
Source: NIRA as distributed by MLS GRID #815464 Report a problem | ||
| 1/29/2025 | Listed for sale | $36,000$24/sqft |
Source: NIRA as distributed by MLS GRID #815464 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $1,119 +6.1% | $72,000 +61.4% |
| 2024 | $1,054 +5.5% | $44,600 +6.7% |
| 2023 | $999 +8% | $41,800 +7.2% |
| 2022 | $925 -20.7% | $39,000 +8% |
| 2021 | $1,166 +27.8% | $36,100 -20.7% |
| 2020 | $912 -28.9% | $45,500 -0.2% |
| 2019 | $1,282 -72.1% | $45,600 -6.2% |
| 2018 | $4,597 +262.3% | $48,600 -13.7% |
| 2017 | $1,269 | $56,300 -3.9% |
| 2016 | $1,269 -11.8% | $58,600 -4.7% |
| 2014 | $1,439 +710.2% | $61,500 +0.5% |
| 2013 | $178 -14.8% | $61,200 |
| 2012 | $208 | $61,200 +33% |
| 2011 | -- | $46,000 +11.7% |
| 2010 | $455 | $41,200 -27.7% |
| 2009 | -- | $57,000 +26.9% |
| 2007 | -- | $44,900 +26.8% |
| 2006 | -- | $35,400 |
| 2005 | -- | $35,400 |
| 2004 | -- | $35,400 +81.5% |
| 2003 | -- | $19,500 |
| 2002 | -- | $19,500 +200% |
| 2001 | -- | $6,500 |
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Neighborhood: University Park
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