Location! This beautifully renovated 2-bedroom, 1-bathroom bungalow offers the perfect combination of modern updates and an unbeatable location just a short walk from Notre Dame and Eddy Street Commons. Completely renovated from top to bottom, this home is truly move-in ready. Major exterior improvements include a brand-new roof, gutters, siding, concrete front porch, and new sidewalk. Inside, you'll find a fresh, modern design with updated flooring, paint, fixtures, and finishes throughout. The stunning kitchen features quartz countertops and updated cabinetry, while the completely remodeled bathroom showcases a custom-tiled shower and stylish finishes. Whether you're looking for a primary residence, a game-day retreat, or an investment property near Notre Dame, this home checks all the boxes. Walk to campus, enjoy the restaurants and entertainment at Eddy Street Commons, and take advantage of everything this highly desirable location has to offer. Turn-key, beautifully updated, and just minutes from Notre Dame—this is one you won't want to miss!
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$299,900
521 Howard St, South Bend, IN 46617
2beds
852sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1915
4,356 Square Feet Lot
$223,000 Zestimate®
$--/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Fresh modern designStylish finishesQuartz countertopsCustom-tiled showerNew sidewalkUpdated flooringUpdated cabinetry
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Listed by:
Drew Overmyer Cell:574-299-3184,
At Home Realty Group
Source: IRMLS,MLS#: 202635753
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 2
Bedroom 1
- Level: Main
Bedroom 2
- Level: Main
Living room
- Level: Main
- Area: 312
- Dimensions: 12 x 26
Heating
- Forced Air
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Gas Range
Features
- Basement: Partial,Unfinished
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,704
- Total interior livable area: 852 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 852
- Finished area below ground: 0
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Property
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
Lot
- Size: 4,356 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 35X119
- Features: 0-2.9999
Details
- Parcel number: 710801255025.000026
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Vinyl Siding
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1915
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: City
- Water: City
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: None
Location
- Region: South Bend
Financial & listing details
- Tax assessed value: $48,700
- Annual tax amount: $1,175
- Date on market: 8/31/2026
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional,FHA,VA Loan
Estimated market value
$223,000
$190,000 - $263,000
$1,494/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/31/2026 | Listed for sale | $299,900+106.8% |
Source:  IRMLS #202635753 Report a problem | ||
| 4/20/2026 | Sold | $145,000+293%$170/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 10/2/2014 | Listing removed | $650$1/sqft |
Source: Central Management Services Report a problem | ||
| 8/14/2014 | Listed for rent | $650$1/sqft |
Source: Central Management Services Report a problem | ||
| 6/14/2012 | Listing removed | $36,900$43/sqft |
Source: RE/MAX 100 Inc #255383 Report a problem | ||
| 4/17/2012 | Listed for sale | $36,900-3%$43/sqft |
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| 9/7/2006 | Sold | $38,033$45/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $1,153 -1.5% | $48,700 -0.4% |
| 2024 | $1,171 -0.7% | $48,900 -0.4% |
| 2023 | $1,178 +12.6% | $49,100 |
| 2022 | $1,047 +0% | $49,100 +12.6% |
| 2021 | $1,046 +25.2% | $43,600 |
| 2020 | $836 -16.2% | $43,600 +4.3% |
| 2019 | $998 -7.5% | $41,800 |
| 2018 | $1,079 -2% | $41,800 +0.5% |
| 2017 | $1,102 +3.9% | $41,600 |
| 2016 | $1,061 +164.3% | $41,600 +1.5% |
| 2014 | $401 +2.3% | $41,000 |
| 2013 | $392 +2.3% | $41,000 -1% |
| 2012 | $384 -50.4% | $41,400 +40.8% |
| 2011 | $773 -1.7% | $29,400 |
| 2010 | $786 +4.1% | $29,400 |
| 2009 | $756 | $29,400 |
| 2007 | -- | $29,400 -6.7% |
| 2006 | $1,271 -43.2% | $31,500 -40.4% |
| 2003 | $2,239 | $52,890 +1093.9% |
| 2001 | -- | $4,430 |
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Neighborhood: Harter Heights
Nearby schools
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Edison
- Middle: Jefferson
- High: Adams
- District: South Bend Community School Corp.
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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