Welcome to this charming 3-bedroom, 2-bath single-family home in the desirable Roxana neighborhood. Located just a stone's throw from the South Shore train station, this home offers unmatched convenience for commuters. Inside, you'll find a spacious layout with great bones and plenty of room to update and make your own. The kitchen and living areas are full of potential, while the bedrooms offer comfortable space to grow. New furnace, newer roof and AC! Step outside to a beautifully landscaped backyard--ideal for relaxing, gardening, or entertaining. This is a fantastic opportunity for first-time buyers looking to build equity and create a personalized home, especially considering East Chicago's credit towards down payment assistance. With nearby parks, schools, shopping, and quick access to transit, it's a smart investment in a prime location. Don't miss your chance to bring your vision to life in this Roxana gem!
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$178,000
5420 Reading Ave, East Chicago, IN 46312
3beds
1,700sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1958
5,702 Square Feet Lot
$186,000 Zestimate®
$105/sqft
$1,524 Estimated rent
Home value
$186,000
$169,000 - $205,000
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Great bonesSpacious layoutBedrooms offer comfortable spaceBeautifully landscaped backyard
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Listed by:
David Klocek,
@properties/Christie's Intl RE 219-531-2288
Bought with:
Sofia Salazar, RB21001359
McColly Real Estate
Source: NIRA as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 822509
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Rooms
- Room types: Bedroom 2, Other Room, Primary Bedroom, Living Room, Laundry, Kitchen, Bedroom 3
Primary bedroom
- Area: 117
- Dimensions: 13.0 x 9.0
Bedroom 2
- Area: 72
- Dimensions: 9.0 x 8.0
Bedroom 3
- Area: 72
- Dimensions: 9.0 x 8.0
Kitchen
- Area: 96
- Dimensions: 12.0 x 8.0
Laundry
- Area: 120
- Dimensions: 12.0 x 10.0
Living room
- Area: 238
- Dimensions: 17.0 x 14.0
Other
- Area: 598
- Dimensions: 26.0 x 23.0
Heating
- Has Heating (Unspecified Type)
Appliances
- Included: Refrigerator, Microwave
- Laundry: Gas Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup, Laundry Room
Features
- Other
- Basement: Partially Finished
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,700
- Total interior livable area: 1,700 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 952
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Alley Access, Detached, Garage Door Opener
- Garage spaces: 2
Features
- Levels: One
- Patio & porch: Front Porch
- Exterior features: Lighting, Other
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Neighborhood
Lot
- Size: 5,702 Square Feet
- Features: Back Yard, Near Public Transit, Landscaped, Corner Lot
Details
- Parcel number: 450332306019000024
- Special conditions: None
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1958
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Roxana Park 5th Add
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: East Chicago
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $105/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $146,800
- Annual tax amount: $1,335
- Date on market: 6/13/2025
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/27/2025 | Sold | $178,000-5.8%$105/sqft |
Source:  NIRA as distributed by MLS GRID #822509 Report a problem | ||
| 6/18/2025 | Pending sale | $189,000$111/sqft |
Source: NIRA as distributed by MLS GRID #822509 Report a problem | ||
| 6/13/2025 | Listed for sale | $189,000$111/sqft |
Source: NIRA as distributed by MLS GRID #822509 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $1,335 +5.1% | $146,800 +10% |
| 2024 | $1,270 +2.2% | $133,500 +5.1% |
| 2023 | $1,243 +17.6% | $127,000 +2.2% |
| 2022 | $1,057 +6.7% | $124,300 +17.6% |
| 2021 | $991 +7.8% | $105,700 +6.7% |
| 2020 | $919 -5.4% | $99,100 +7.8% |
| 2019 | $971 +16.5% | $91,900 +8.8% |
| 2018 | $834 -4% | $84,500 +6.3% |
| 2017 | $869 | $79,500 +3.2% |
| 2016 | $869 +11.9% | $77,000 +11.1% |
| 2014 | $776 +13.3% | $69,300 +0.4% |
| 2013 | $685 -12.5% | $69,000 +7.1% |
| 2012 | $784 -14.3% | $64,400 -8.9% |
| 2011 | $915 -18.2% | $70,700 -14.9% |
| 2010 | $1,118 | $83,100 -8.2% |
| 2009 | -- | $90,500 +4.7% |
| 2007 | -- | $86,400 +12.9% |
| 2006 | -- | $76,500 |
| 2005 | -- | $76,500 |
| 2004 | -- | $76,500 +400% |
| 2003 | -- | $15,300 |
| 2002 | -- | $15,300 +200% |
| 2001 | -- | $5,100 |
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Neighborhood: Roxana
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