5406 Smilax Ln, Valparaiso, IN 46383
What's special
Welcome home to this charming ranch nestled in a peaceful Valparaiso neighborhood with LAKE ACCESS! This beautifully maintained home offers a great layout, thoughtful updates, and plenty of space to enjoy both inside and out. The spacious primary bedroom was originally two separate bedrooms, creating an incredible retreat with tons of room and direct access to the backyard deck. Step outside and enjoy the brand-new deck, fenced-in backyard, and 3-seasons room, complete with brand new windows- perfect for morning coffee, entertaining, or relaxing year-round. Inside you'll find a bright and inviting floor plan, granite countertops. vinyl and ceramic tile flooring, and appliances that stay with the home. Recent improvements include a brand-new exterior deck, a rebuilt 3-season room with new windows, a new front door, a new microwave, new drain tile, exterior and interior crawlspace sealing, and some fresh repainting. Located in a desirable Valparaiso location with low property taxes, nearby lake access, and convenient access to everything Valparaiso has to offer, including restaurants, shopping, schools, and entertainment. This ranch is one you won't want to miss!
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Living Room
Kitchen
Primary Bedroom
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Listing updated:
Stefano Belmonte,
Better Homes and Gardens Real 219-365-8000,
Sydney Pasternak,
Better Homes and Gardens Real
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 3/4 bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Bonus Room, Primary Bedroom, Living Room, Laundry, Kitchen, Dining Room, Bedroom 2
Primary bedroom
- Level: Main
- Area: 231
- Dimensions: 21.0 x 11.0
Bedroom 2
- Level: Main
- Area: 72
- Dimensions: 9.0 x 8.0
Bonus room
- Level: Main
- Area: 171
- Dimensions: 19.0 x 9.0
Dining room
- Level: Main
- Area: 96
- Dimensions: 12.0 x 8.0
Kitchen
- Level: Main
- Area: 209
- Dimensions: 19.0 x 11.0
Laundry
- Level: Main
- Area: 28
- Dimensions: 7.0 x 4.0
Living room
- Level: Main
- Area: 176
- Dimensions: 16.0 x 11.0
Heating
- Forced Air, Natural Gas
Appliances
- Included: Dryer, Washer, Refrigerator, Microwave, Dishwasher
- Laundry: Main Level
Features
- Granite Counters, Country Kitchen, Pantry, Kitchen Island
- Basement: Crawl Space
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,328
- Total interior livable area: 1,328 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,328
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1.5
- Parking features: Attached, Driveway
- Attached garage spaces: 1.5
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Levels: One
- Patio & porch: Covered, Porch, Patio, Deck
- Exterior features: Private Yard, Rain Gutters
- Pool features: None
- Fencing: Back Yard
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Other
- Waterfront features: Lake Privileges
Lot
- Size: 10,018 Square Feet
- Features: Back Yard, Paved, Landscaped
Details
- Parcel number: 641006182005000003
- Special conditions: None
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1955
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Blackhawk Beach 2nd Sub
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Valparaiso
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $203/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $164,000
- Annual tax amount: $1,069
- Date on market: 10/16/2026
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Listing terms: Cash,VA Loan,FHA,Conventional
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 10/25/2026 | Pending sale | $269,900$203/sqft |
Source:  NIRA as distributed by MLS GRID #846932 Report a problem | ||
| 10/16/2026 | Listed for sale | $269,900+17.3%$203/sqft |
Source: NIRA as distributed by MLS GRID #846932 Report a problem | ||
| 5/5/2023 | Sold | $230,000+4.5%$173/sqft |
Source: NIRA as distributed by MLS GRID #526998 Report a problem | ||
| 3/17/2023 | Contingent | $220,000$166/sqft |
Source: NIRA as distributed by MLS GRID #526998 Report a problem | ||
| 3/10/2023 | Listed for sale | $220,000$166/sqft |
Source: NIRA as distributed by MLS GRID #526998 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $1,203 +6.4% | $181,000 +1% |
| 2024 | $1,130 +6.2% | $179,200 +6.8% |
| 2023 | $1,064 +7.4% | $167,800 +10.5% |
| 2022 | $990 +10.2% | $151,900 +12.2% |
| 2021 | $899 +11.7% | $135,400 +8.2% |
| 2020 | $804 -10.1% | $125,100 +8.7% |
| 2019 | $894 +12.5% | $115,100 +3.8% |
| 2018 | $795 | $110,900 +5.7% |
| 2017 | $795 -11.4% | $104,900 -10.3% |
| 2016 | $898 -5.7% | $116,900 +4.1% |
| 2014 | $953 +33.8% | $112,300 +4.8% |
| 2013 | $712 +26.6% | $107,200 +0.3% |
| 2012 | $562 -33.4% | $106,900 -21.4% |
| 2011 | $844 +11% | $136,000 +1.3% |
| 2010 | $760 +16.9% | $134,200 |
| 2009 | $650 | $134,200 +37.2% |
| 2005 | -- | $97,800 |
Monthly payment
Estimated market value
$266,900
$254,000 - $280,000
$2,092/mo
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