Prime RT-Zoned Lot Near Valparaiso University -- Build Your Vision Rare opportunity in the heart of Valparaiso: a 66' x 112' (7,392 sq ft) lot just steps from Valparaiso University, zoned Residential Transition (RT) -- one of the most flexible and sought-after zoning classifications in the city. This RT designation opens the door to two distinct paths, making this lot equally attractive to homeowners and investors alike: For the Single-Family Buyer: Design and build a custom home in a walkable, established neighborhood minutes from VU's campus, downtown Valparaiso's shops and restaurants, and easy highway access. Public water and sewer are already available at the street, simplifying your build timeline and reducing upfront infrastructure costs. For the Builder or Investor: RT zoning allows for the potential construction of a multi-family building on this site, subject to City of Valparaiso approval -- a compelling opportunity to create rental units in a market with a built-in, renewing tenant base of VU students, faculty, and staff. Proximity to campus makes this a location investors actively seek out for long-term rental demand and steady occupancy. Whether your plan is a forever home or an income-producing multi-unit property, this lot offers the zoning flexibility, utility access, and location to make it happen.
Active
$210,000
551 Locust St, Valparaiso, IN 46383
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7,405Square Feet
Unimproved Land
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7,405 Square Feet Lot
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$-- HOA
What's special
Prime rt-zoned lotWalkable established neighborhood
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Lisa Gaff,
White Hat Realty Group, LLC 219-600-3596,
Corydon Gaff,
White Hat Realty Group, LLC
Source: NIRA as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 845058
Facts & features
Property
Features
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Neighborhood
Lot
- Size: 7,405 Square Feet
- Features: Corner Lot, Few Trees
Details
- Parcel number: 640925205001000004
- Special conditions: None
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Other
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Natural Gas Available, Water Available, Sewer Available
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Smiths Add
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Valparaiso
Financial & listing details
- Tax assessed value: $40,900
- Annual tax amount: $946
- Date on market: 9/10/2026
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
Estimated market value
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Estimated sales range
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Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 9/10/2026 | Listed for sale | $210,000+366.7% |
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| 5/3/2019 | Sold | $45,000+12.5% |
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| 3/21/2019 | Listed for sale | $40,000 |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $946 +6.6% | $40,900 +4.6% |
| 2024 | $887 -1% | $39,100 +14.7% |
| 2023 | $895 -8.4% | $34,100 |
| 2022 | $978 +6.6% | $34,100 |
| 2021 | $917 +82.3% | $34,100 +10% |
| 2020 | $503 -28.7% | $31,000 -66.2% |
| 2019 | $706 +57.2% | $91,800 +3.8% |
| 2018 | $449 | $88,400 +1.4% |
| 2017 | $449 +1.4% | $87,200 -0.8% |
| 2016 | $443 +14.2% | $87,900 +5.9% |
| 2014 | $388 +48.3% | $83,000 +4.1% |
| 2013 | $261 +23.2% | $79,700 +2.8% |
| 2012 | $212 -42.7% | $77,500 -11.4% |
| 2011 | $370 +14% | $87,500 +1.4% |
| 2010 | $325 -8.7% | $86,300 -6.9% |
| 2009 | $356 | $92,700 |
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