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    • $240,000

    5850 Houston Ave, Portage, IN 46368

    3beds
    1,120sqft
    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1960
    10,018 Square Feet Lot
    $253,900 Zestimate®
    $214/sqft
    $1,829 Estimated rent

    Home value

    $253,900

    $223,000 - $287,000

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    What's special

    Corner lotBeautiful hardwood floorsVinyl plank flooring
    Move in ready! 3 Bed 1.75 Bath Ranch on a Corner Lot with Sunroom and Oversized Garage!This inviting home offers a spacious living room with vinyl plank flooring that flows seamlessly into the kitchen, featuring ample storage with tall 42" cabinets. All three bedrooms showcase beautiful hardwood floors. Off the laundry area, you'll find a convenient 3/4 bath and access to a bright 10x15 sunroom - perfect for relaxing year-round. Enjoy even more space with a 25x12 finished bonus room off the heated 2.5-car garage- ideal for a workshop, hobby room, or hangout area. Additional highlights include newer central A/C (2021), water heater, roof (2017), vinyl windows, a whole-house fan, and a backyard shed. Conveniently located near I-80/94, the Toll Road, and the South Shore Line - commuter-friendly and close to everything!

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    Listing updated:

    Listed by:

    Jennifer Karban,

    McColly Real Estate 219-763-4565

    Bought with:

    Alexis Metcalf, RB14044384

    Seramur Properties, LLC

    Alisha Fowler, RB16001172

    Seramur Properties, LLC

    Source: NIRA as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 824825MLS Logo

    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 3
    • Bathrooms: 2
    • Full bathrooms: 1
    • 3/4 bathrooms: 1
    Rooms
    • Room types: Bedroom 2, Primary Bedroom, Living Room, Kitchen, Bonus Room, Bedroom 3
    Primary bedroom
    • Area: 165
    • Dimensions: 15.0 x 11.0
    Bedroom 2
    • Area: 108
    • Dimensions: 12.0 x 9.0
    Bedroom 3
    • Area: 110
    • Dimensions: 11.0 x 10.0
    Bonus room
    • Description: Sun Room
    • Area: 150
    • Dimensions: 15.0 x 10.0
    Kitchen
    • Area: 180
    • Dimensions: 15.0 x 12.0
    Living room
    • Area: 240
    • Dimensions: 16.0 x 15.0
    Heating
    • Forced Air, Natural Gas
    Appliances
    • Included: Dishwasher, Range Hood, Washer, Refrigerator, Other, Gas Water Heater, Dryer
    • Laundry: Gas Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup, Main Level, Laundry Room
    Features
    • Country Kitchen, Other, Laminate Counters, Eat-in Kitchen
    • Has basement: No
    • Has fireplace: No
    Interior area
    • Total structure area: 1,120
    • Total interior livable area: 1,120 sqft
    • Finished area above ground: 1,120

    Property

    Parking
    • Total spaces: 2.5
    • Parking features: Asphalt, Other, Driveway, Off Street, Kitchen Level, Heated Garage, Garage Door Opener
    • Garage spaces: 2.5
    • Has uncovered spaces: Yes
    Features
    • Levels: One
    • Patio & porch: Front Porch, Other, Patio
    • Exterior features: Private Yard, Rain Gutters
    • Has view: Yes
    • View description: Neighborhood
    Lot
    • Size: 10,018 Square Feet
    • Features: Back Yard, Other, Rectangular Lot, Landscaped, Few Trees, Front Yard, Corner Lot
    Details
    • Parcel number: 640511404029000016
    • Zoning description: residential
    • Special conditions: None

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: SingleFamily
    • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
    Condition
    • New construction: No
    • Year built: 1960

    Utilities & green energy

    • Sewer: Public Sewer
    • Water: Public
    • Utilities for property: Natural Gas Available, Water Connected, Sewer Connected

    Community & HOA

    Community
    • Subdivision: Northwood Sub
    HOA
    • Has HOA: No
    Location
    • Region: Portage

    Financial & listing details

    • Price per square foot: $214/sqft
    • Tax assessed value: $181,800
    • Annual tax amount: $1,730
    • Date on market: 7/24/2025
    • Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
    • Listing terms: Cash,VA Loan,FHA,Conventional

    Price history

    DateEventPrice
    9/8/2025Sold$240,000-4%$214/sqft
    Source: NIRA as distributed by MLS GRID #824825 Report a problem
    8/13/2025Pending sale$249,900$223/sqft
    Source: NIRA as distributed by MLS GRID #824825 Report a problem
    7/24/2025Listed for sale$249,900+8.7%$223/sqft
    Source: NIRA as distributed by MLS GRID #824825 Report a problem
    5/17/2023Sold$229,900$205/sqft
    Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11756334 Report a problem
    4/13/2023Pending sale$229,900$205/sqft
    Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11756334 Report a problem
    4/13/2023Contingent$229,900$205/sqft
    Source: NIRA as distributed by MLS GRID #528570 Report a problem
    4/11/2023Listed for sale$229,900+64.3%$205/sqft
    Source: NIRA as distributed by MLS GRID #528570 Report a problem
    6/21/2019Listing removed$139,900$125/sqft
    Source: McColly Real Estate #456708 Report a problem
    6/12/2019Pending sale$139,900$125/sqft
    Source: McColly Real Estate #456708 Report a problem
    6/12/2019Listed for sale$139,900+23.9%$125/sqft
    Source: McColly Real Estate #456708 Report a problem
    2/20/2004Sold$112,900$101/sqft
    Source: Agent Provided Report a problem

    Public tax history

    YearProperty taxesTax assessment
    2025$1,711 +32.8%$210,700 +2.8%
    2024$1,288 -20.8%$205,000 +12.8%
    2023$1,627 +16.1%$181,800 +11.5%
    2022$1,401 +2.7%$163,100 +16.2%
    2021$1,364 +59.9%$140,400 +2.7%
    2020$853 -8.2%$136,700 +35.5%
    2019$928 +16%$100,900 +2.5%
    2018$800 $98,400 +2.7%
    2017$800 -13.7%$95,800 -4.8%
    2016$927 +15.5%$100,600 +7.2%
    2014$803 +12%$93,800 +5.4%
    2013$717 -4.2%$89,000 -4.4%
    2012$748 -15.8%$93,100 -11.9%
    2011$889 -2.6%$105,700 -1.4%
    2010$913 +41.2%$107,200 +12%
    2009$647 $95,700 +31.6%
    2006-- $72,700 +13.1%
    2005-- $64,300
    Find assessor info on the county website

    Neighborhood: 46368

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    Schools provided by the listing agent
    • Middle: Willowcreek Middle School
    • High: Portage High School

    Source: NIRA as distributed by MLS GRID. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.

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