Welcome home to this charming 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom home situated on a spacious 1-acre lot in Portage! Tucked back with a long private driveway, this property offers both privacy and plenty of room to enjoy the outdoors. Inside, you'll find a comfortable layout with generous living space and natural light throughout. The large basement family room offers additional space for entertaining, relaxing, or gatherings. Basement is equipped with a Nova waterproofing system for added peace of mind. The detached garage is a standout feature -- fully heated and equipped with A/C, making it perfect for a workshop, hobbies, storage, or year-round use. Enjoy peaceful surroundings while still being conveniently located near shopping, dining, and major highways. A rare opportunity to enjoy space, functionality, and comfort all in this move-in ready property!
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$299,000
5819 Central Ave, Portage, IN 46368
3beds
1,655sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1948
0.99 Acres Lot
$299,200 Zestimate®
$181/sqft
$1,857 Estimated rent
Home value
$299,200
$278,000 - $320,000
$1,857/mo
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Large basement family roomDetached garageLong private drivewayNatural light throughoutGenerous living space
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Listed by:
Susan Puplava,
RE/MAX Executives 219-987-2230
Bought with:
Susan Puplava, RB24000609
RE/MAX Executives
Source: NIRA as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 838778
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Primary bedroom
- Level: Main
- Area: 122.33
- Dimensions: 10.11 x 12.1
Bedroom 2
- Level: Main
- Area: 131.92
- Dimensions: 13.6 x 9.7
Bedroom 3
- Level: Main
- Area: 109.98
- Dimensions: 11.11 x 9.9
Dining room
- Level: Main
- Area: 88.87
- Dimensions: 7.11 x 12.5
Family room
- Level: Basement
- Area: 486.22
- Dimensions: 30.2 x 16.1
Kitchen
- Level: Main
- Area: 106.48
- Dimensions: 8.8 x 12.1
Laundry
- Level: Basement
- Area: 104.25
- Dimensions: 15.11 x 6.9
Living room
- Level: Main
- Area: 210
- Dimensions: 16.8 x 12.5
Heating
- Forced Air, Natural Gas
Appliances
- Included: Dryer, Washer, Refrigerator, Other, Microwave, Gas Water Heater, Freezer, Dishwasher
- Laundry: Gas Dryer Hookup
Features
- Ceiling Fan(s)
- Basement: Finished,Storage Space,Sump Pump,Partially Finished,Other,Full
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,655
- Total interior livable area: 1,655 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,040
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2.5
- Parking features: Detached, Oversized, Heated Garage, Driveway, Other, Off Street, Garage Door Opener
- Garage spaces: 2.5
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Levels: One
- Pool features: None
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Trees/Woods
Lot
- Size: 0.99 Acres
- Features: Back Yard, Wooded, Front Yard
Details
- Parcel number: 640514251004000016
- Special conditions: None
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1948
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Portage
Other
Other facts
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Agency
- Listing terms: Conventional,VA Loan,FHA
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/26/2026 | Sold | $299,000$181/sqft |
Source:  NIRA as distributed by MLS GRID #838778 Report a problem | ||
| 5/21/2026 | Pending sale | $299,000$181/sqft |
Source: NIRA as distributed by MLS GRID #838778 Report a problem | ||
| 5/13/2026 | Listed for sale | $299,000+213.1%$181/sqft |
Source: NIRA as distributed by MLS GRID #838778 Report a problem | ||
| 8/25/2011 | Sold | $95,500-4%$58/sqft |
Source: NIRA as distributed by MLS GRID #287976 Report a problem | ||
| 8/6/2011 | Listed for sale | $99,500$60/sqft |
Source: Ginter Realty, INC #287976 Report a problem | ||
| 6/15/2011 | Listing removed | $99,500$60/sqft |
Source: Ginter Realty, INC #287976 Report a problem | ||
| 6/4/2011 | Listed for sale | $99,500+106.4%$60/sqft |
Source: Ginter Realty, INC #287976 Report a problem | ||
| 10/14/2009 | Sold | $48,200-45.8%$29/sqft |
Source: NIRA as distributed by MLS GRID #242156 Report a problem | ||
| 5/5/2009 | Sold | $88,964-1%$54/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 5/26/2005 | Sold | $89,900$54/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $1,257 +0.1% | $147,000 +9.7% |
| 2024 | $1,255 +3.9% | $134,000 -3% |
| 2023 | $1,208 +16.9% | $138,100 +9.3% |
| 2022 | $1,033 +14.4% | $126,400 +10.5% |
| 2021 | $903 +2.6% | $114,400 +8.4% |
| 2020 | $880 -9.3% | $105,500 +1.9% |
| 2019 | $971 +25.2% | $103,500 -3.5% |
| 2018 | $775 | $107,200 +6.7% |
| 2017 | $775 -0.1% | $100,500 +3.4% |
| 2016 | $776 +11.6% | $97,200 +5% |
| 2014 | $695 +3.1% | $92,600 +5.3% |
| 2013 | $675 +13.5% | $87,900 +3% |
| 2012 | $594 -11.5% | $85,300 -8.3% |
| 2011 | $671 -16.7% | $93,000 -3.2% |
| 2010 | $806 -58.1% | $96,100 |
| 2009 | $1,922 | $96,100 +31.8% |
| 2006 | -- | $72,900 |
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Neighborhood: 46368
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 3/10Central Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.4 mi
- 6/10Willowcreek Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.4 mi
- 4/10Portage High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 2 mi
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- Porter County
- Portage
- 46368
- 5819 Central Ave
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