Welcome to this charming ranch offering effortless single-level living and a thoughtfully designed layout. You will enter the sun-filled living room that creates a warm and inviting space, while the eat-in kitchen features a stylish updated backsplash for a modern touch. The generously sized primary bedroom offers direct access to a full bath, with a second well-sized bedroom located on the opposite side for added privacy and flexibility for guests, family, or a home office.Step outside to a fully fenced backyard, designed for entertaining and outdoor enjoyment. complete with a storage shed. Car enthusiasts will appreciate the impressive three-car garage, offering exceptional space for vehicles, hobbies, or storage. With a newer roof and hot water heater, plus a convenient location close to shopping and major highways, this home offers comfort, style, and everyday convenience.
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$192,500
5244 Bell Ave, Portage, IN 46368
2beds
978sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1947
0.26 Acres Lot
$194,900 Zestimate®
$197/sqft
$1,324 Estimated rent
Home value
$194,900
$170,000 - $224,000
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Storage shedThoughtfully designed layoutSecond well-sized bedroomGenerously sized primary bedroomWarm and inviting spaceEat-in kitchenStylish updated backsplash
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Listed by:
Lisa Kusbel,
Realty Executives Premier 219-462-2224,
Jon Wolf,
Realty Executives Premier
Bought with:
Jana Caudill, RB14024542
eXp Realty, LLC
Sheila Chandler, RB22000282
eXp Realty, LLC
Source: NIRA as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 835736
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Area: 242
- Dimensions: 22.0 x 11.0
Bedroom 2
- Area: 88
- Dimensions: 11.0 x 8.0
Kitchen
- Area: 112
- Dimensions: 16.0 x 7.0
Living room
- Area: 208
- Dimensions: 16.0 x 13.0
Heating
- Forced Air, Natural Gas
Appliances
- Included: Dryer, Washer, Refrigerator, Microwave, Gas Water Heater
- Laundry: Gas Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup, Main Level, Laundry Room
Features
- Ceiling Fan(s), Recessed Lighting, Laminate Counters, Eat-in Kitchen
- Windows: Aluminum Frames, Insulated Windows
- Has basement: No
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 978
- Total interior livable area: 978 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 978
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 3
- Parking features: Detached, Kitchen Level, Heated Garage, Gravel, Garage Faces Front, Driveway, Off Street, Garage Door Opener
- Garage spaces: 3
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Levels: One
- Patio & porch: Patio
- Exterior features: Rain Gutters, Storage
- Pool features: None
- Fencing: Chain Link,Fenced
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Neighborhood
Lot
- Size: 0.26 Acres
- Features: Back Yard, Rectangular Lot, Other, Front Yard
Details
- Parcel number: 640515331046000016
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1947
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 100 Amp Service
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Cable Available, Water Connected, Water Available, Natural Gas Available, Electricity Connected
Community & neighborhood
Security
- Security features: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s), Security Lights, Smoke Detector(s)
Location
- Region: Portage
- Subdivision: Sams 1st Add
Other
Other facts
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Listing terms: Cash,FHA,Conventional
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 4/20/2026 | Sold | $192,500-1.2%$197/sqft |
Source:  NIRA as distributed by MLS GRID #835736 Report a problem | ||
| 3/21/2026 | Pending sale | $194,900$199/sqft |
Source: NIRA as distributed by MLS GRID #835736 Report a problem | ||
| 3/19/2026 | Listed for sale | $194,900+94.9%$199/sqft |
Source: NIRA as distributed by MLS GRID #835736 Report a problem | ||
| 5/3/2006 | Sold | $100,000+26.6%$102/sqft |
Source: NIRA as distributed by MLS GRID #151860 Report a problem | ||
| 2/26/1999 | Sold | $79,000$81/sqft |
Source: NIRA as distributed by MLS GRID #580911 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $1,086 -2.4% | $135,100 +10.5% |
| 2024 | $1,112 +5.8% | $122,300 -3.7% |
| 2023 | $1,051 +20.7% | $127,000 +9.6% |
| 2022 | $871 +12% | $115,900 +11.8% |
| 2021 | $778 +1.7% | $103,700 +6.7% |
| 2020 | $765 -7.7% | $97,200 +1.4% |
| 2019 | $829 +12.7% | $95,900 -1.7% |
| 2018 | $735 | $97,600 +0.8% |
| 2017 | $735 -3.3% | $96,800 +0.6% |
| 2016 | $760 +11.4% | $96,200 +11.2% |
| 2014 | $682 +20.2% | $86,500 +5.9% |
| 2013 | $568 -5% | $81,700 -4.4% |
| 2012 | $598 -8.2% | $85,500 -6.8% |
| 2011 | $651 -7% | $91,700 -2.4% |
| 2010 | $700 +20% | $94,000 +2.7% |
| 2009 | $584 | $91,500 |
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Neighborhood: 46368
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 3/10Wallace Aylesworth ElementaryGrades: K-5Distance: 1.4 mi
- 6/10William Fegely Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.4 mi
- 4/10Portage High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 2.6 mi
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- Indiana
- Porter County
- Portage
- 46368
- 5244 Bell Ave
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