Just minutes from Indiana University, but tucked away on a private road, is this brick home surrounded on 6.55 acres of wooded beauty. This custom home with beautiful natural textures on all three levels has stunning views. This earthy home with two geothermal units has skylights, passive solar and beautiful custom features that include curved stair, beautiful fireplace and spacious bedrooms. The main level primary suite has a luxury bath that’s been updated and has serene views of the garden. The upper level bedrooms are ensuite, have a loft overlook and also feature a secondary stair and additional storage area. This home on a ridge has built-ins throughout and a beautifully updated kitchen with induction stove, recent appliances, and a beautiful built-in eat-in breakfast room. The finished lower level features a wonderful recreation room that walks out to a stupendous south facing lawn surrounded by mature trees on the perimeter. There is a detached gardening utility garage that is great for outdoor entertaining. James Road in Kingston Estates is one of Bloomington‘s favorite established neighborhoods that is on a cul-de-sac with neighbors on estate sized sites. Pop into Bloomingfoods in three minutes from this conveniently located home that feels separated from it all, but is close to everything. Great access to Indiana University, College Mall, and Bloomington’s cultural activities
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$989,000
5430 E James Rd, Bloomington, IN 47408
4beds
6,669sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1981
6.55 Acres Lot
$924,800 Zestimate®
$--/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Brick homeSecondary stairBeautiful fireplaceLoft overlookDetached gardening utility garageMain level primary suiteStunning views
- 42 days |
- 537 |
- 25 |
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Jeff Franklin franklin@tuckerbloomington.com,
FC Tucker/Bloomington REALTORS
Source: IRMLS,MLS#: 202628552
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 5
- Full bathrooms: 4
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
- Main level bedrooms: 1
Bedroom 1
- Level: Main
Bedroom 2
- Level: Upper
Dining room
- Level: Main
- Area: 252
- Dimensions: 14 x 18
Family room
- Level: Lower
- Area: 792
- Dimensions: 24 x 33
Kitchen
- Level: Main
- Area: 234
- Dimensions: 18 x 13
Living room
- Level: Main
- Area: 304
- Dimensions: 19 x 16
Office
- Level: Main
- Area: 280
- Dimensions: 20 x 14
Heating
- Geothermal
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Disposal, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Electric Cooktop, Dryer-Electric, Oven-Built-In, Electric Oven
- Laundry: Sink
Features
- 1st Bdrm En Suite, Breakfast Bar, Bookcases, Walk-In Closet(s), Countertops-Solid Surf, Entrance Foyer, Kitchen Island, Double Vanity, Stand Up Shower, Tub and Separate Shower, Tub/Shower Combination, Formal Dining Room
- Flooring: Hardwood, Ceramic Tile
- Windows: Skylight(s)
- Basement: Full
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Living Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 8,723
- Total interior livable area: 6,669 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 5,895
- Finished area below ground: 774
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Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Attached
- Attached garage spaces: 2
Features
- Levels: One and One Half
- Stories: 1.5
- Patio & porch: Covered
Lot
- Size: 6.55 Acres
- Features: Irregular Lot
Details
- Parcel number: 530631401004.000003
- Other equipment: Built-In Entertainment Ct
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1981
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Cable Connected
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Kingston Estates
Location
- Region: Bloomington
Financial & listing details
- Tax assessed value: $692,000
- Annual tax amount: $5,594
- Date on market: 7/16/2026
Estimated market value
$924,800
$879,000 - $971,000
$5,307/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/16/2026 | Listed for sale | $989,000 |
Source:  IRMLS #202628552 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $5,839 +1.8% | $692,000 -2.8% |
| 2024 | $5,737 +12.9% | $711,900 +3.2% |
| 2023 | $5,083 +7.6% | $689,500 +11.9% |
| 2022 | $4,723 +18.7% | $616,000 +7.3% |
| 2021 | $3,980 -2% | $574,200 +2.3% |
| 2020 | $4,060 +5.1% | $561,100 -0.1% |
| 2019 | $3,864 +0.3% | $561,400 +6.9% |
| 2018 | $3,851 +2.3% | $525,100 +1.2% |
| 2017 | $3,765 | $519,100 -1.2% |
| 2016 | $3,765 -1.7% | $525,600 +0.7% |
| 2014 | $3,832 -0.4% | $522,200 +1.1% |
| 2013 | $3,849 +10.7% | $516,700 +3.3% |
| 2012 | $3,475 -3.4% | $500,400 -6.2% |
| 2011 | $3,599 +1.7% | $533,600 -90.9% |
| 2010 | $3,540 -39.6% | $5,834,600 +1028.5% |
| 2009 | $5,863 +31.2% | $517,000 |
| 2007 | $4,468 | $517,000 +4.9% |
| 2006 | -- | $492,700 +31.5% |
| 2005 | -- | $374,600 |
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Neighborhood: 47408
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 8/10University Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-6Distance: 2.1 mi
- 7/10Tri-North Middle SchoolGrades: 7-8Distance: 5.5 mi
- 9/10Bloomington High School NorthGrades: 9-12Distance: 5.9 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: University
- Middle: Tri-North
- High: Bloomington North
- District: Monroe County 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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