Ready to build? Then drive by this residential lot that is ready for your vision! A clean slate for your custom floor plan in an established neighborhood. It's the ideal spot for a new owner-occupied home or investment. Immediate access to schools, shopping and commuting. Check into the qualification process for East Chicago's incentive program, to provide assistance for building a new, owner-occupied home. Zoned R-2, Two Family Dwelling.
Active
Price cut: $3.5K (6/19)
$15,000
509 W Columbus Dr, East Chicago, IN 46312
--beds
--baths
4,791Square Feet
Unimproved Land
Built in ----
4,791 Square Feet Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$--/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
- 117 days |
- 27 |
- 3 |
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Felicitas Lara,
New Chapter Real Estate 219-227-8454
Source: NIRA as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 836303
Facts & features
Property
Features
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Neighborhood
Lot
- Size: 4,791 Square Feet
- Features: Near Public Transit
Details
- Has additional parcels: Yes
- Parcel number: 450329203010000024
- Zoning description: Residential
- Special conditions: None
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Other
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Electricity Available, Water Available, Sewer Available
Community & HOA
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: East Chicago
Financial & listing details
- Tax assessed value: $29,000
- Annual tax amount: $1,068
- Date on market: 3/31/2026
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Listing terms: Cash
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
Not available
$1,686/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/19/2026 | Price change | $15,000-18.9% |
Source:  NIRA as distributed by MLS GRID #836303 Report a problem | ||
| 3/31/2026 | Listed for sale | $18,500 |
Source: NIRA as distributed by MLS GRID #836303 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | -- | $3,700 |
| 2024 | $58 -0.7% | $3,700 -94.3% |
| 2023 | $58 | $64,400 +9.7% |
| 2022 | -- | $58,700 +26% |
| 2021 | -- | $46,600 +6.4% |
| 2020 | -- | $43,800 +9.8% |
| 2019 | $96 -5% | $39,900 -15.6% |
| 2018 | $101 | $47,300 -1.7% |
| 2017 | -- | $48,100 +2.3% |
| 2016 | -- | $47,000 +13% |
| 2014 | -- | $41,600 -11.5% |
| 2013 | -- | $47,000 -13% |
| 2012 | $92 -7.2% | $54,000 +0.6% |
| 2011 | $99 -82.9% | $53,700 +21.2% |
| 2010 | $576 | $44,300 -29.5% |
| 2009 | -- | $62,800 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Monthly payment
Climate risks
Neighborhood: Northside
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 5/10Benjamin Harrison Elementary SchoolGrades: K-6Distance: 0.5 mi
- 4/10Joseph L Block Jr High SchoolGrades: 7-8Distance: 1.9 mi
- 2/10East Chicago Central High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.4 mi
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A local agent can set up tours, give advice and negotiate with sellers.
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