Active under contract

Price cut: $5K (7/31)

$295,000

55818 Merle Ave, Elkhart, IN 46514

3beds

2,221sqft

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Single Family Residence

Built in 1961

1.07 Acres Lot

$290,800 Zestimate^®

$--/sqft

$-- HOA

What's special

Versatile bonus roomBright open layout

Welcome to 55818 Merle Avenue! This beautifully maintained home offers the perfect blend of comfort, space, and convenience. Featuring a bright, open layout with generously sized living areas, this property is move-in ready and ideal for a variety of buyers. The spacious kitchen flows seamlessly into the main living space, making it perfect for everyday living and entertaining. A versatile bonus room in the back of the home provides additional space for a home office, playroom, workout area, or guest retreat. Step outside to enjoy relaxing evenings on the back patio overlooking the large yard, with plenty of room for outdoor activities, gardening, and entertaining. The property also includes a workshop for hobbies, storage, or projects, along with access to the nearby river for added recreational enjoyment. Located in a desirable north Elkhart neighborhood near shopping, dining, schools, and major roadways, this home offers both privacy and accessibility.

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Facts & features

Interior

Bedrooms & bathrooms

Bedrooms: 3
Bathrooms: 2
Full bathrooms: 2
Main level bedrooms: 3

Bedroom 1

Level: Main

Bedroom 2

Level: Main

Heating

Baseboard, Hot Water

Cooling

Central Air

Appliances

Included: Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer-Gas, Freezer, Gas Oven

Features

Flooring: Hardwood
Basement: Partially Finished,Block
Has fireplace: No

Interior area

Total structure area: 3,463
Total interior livable area: 2,221 sqft
Finished area above ground: 1,600
Finished area below ground: 621

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Property

Parking

Total spaces: 2
Parking features: Attached, Concrete
Attached garage spaces: 2
Has uncovered spaces: Yes

Features

Levels: One
Stories: 1
Fencing: Full,Chain Link

Lot

Size: 1.07 Acres
Dimensions: 160 X 262
Features: 0-2.9999

Details

Parcel number: 200503328014.000005

Construction

Type & style

Home type: SingleFamily
Property subtype: Single Family Residence

Materials

Vinyl Siding
Roof: Asphalt,Shingle

Condition

New construction: No
Year built: 1961

Utilities & green energy

Sewer: Septic Tank
Water: Well

Community & HOA

Community

Subdivision: Jackson Acres

Location

Region: Elkhart

Financial & listing details

Tax assessed value: $162,400
Annual tax amount: $1,169
Date on market: 7/17/2026

Estimated market value

$290,800

$276,000 - $305,000

$2,017/mo

Price history

Date	Event	Price
7/31/2026	Price change	$295,000-1.7%
Source: IRMLS #202628734 Report a problem
7/17/2026	Price change	$300,000+30.5%
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7/10/2021	Pending sale	$229,900
Source: IRMLS #202124864 Report a problem
7/1/2021	Contingent	$229,900
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6/25/2021	Listed for sale	$229,900+129.9%
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9/2/2003	Sold	$100,000$45/sqft
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Public tax history

Year	Property taxes	Tax assessment
2025	$1,225 +14.9%	$162,400 +7.5%
2024	$1,066 +2.5%	$151,100 +9.1%
2023	$1,039 +19.2%	$138,500 +11.4%
2022	$872 +18%	$124,300 +7.2%
2021	$739 -5.7%	$115,900 +5.8%
2020	$784 +3.2%	$109,500 +6.1%
2019	$759 +18%	$103,200 +4.2%
2018	$644 +23.5%	$99,000 +6.9%
2017	$521	$92,600 +4.5%
2016	$521 +11.3%	$88,600 +11%
2014	$468 -9%	$79,800
2013	$515 +14.5%	$79,800 -1.5%
2012	$449 -15.4%	$81,000 -10%
2011	$531 -1.2%	$90,000 -1%
2010	$538 -2.7%	$90,900 -6.6%
2009	$553 -41%	$97,300 -10.7%
2007	$937 +44.6%	$108,900 +27.4%
2006	$648 +0.6%	$85,500
2005	$644 -7.2%	$85,500
2004	$694 +10%	$85,500
2003	$630 -20.1%	$85,500 +75.9%
2002	$789 +0.9%	$48,600 +200%
2001	$782	$16,200