Don't let the exterior fool you! This deceptively spacious rowhouse at almost 2000 sq ft in the Hessville area of Hammond offers far more room than expected. Featuring 3-4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, and a large bonus living space. This home provides flexibility for a variety of living arrangements. The property has been recently freshened up and has been well maintained by the current owner, making it move-in ready with solid fundamentals. Enjoy the enclosed front porch and a shared 2.5 car garage, adding both charm and functionality. Located in Hessville, this property benefits from Hammond's lower property taxes making it an attractive option for both homeowners and investors. Conveniently situated near I-80/94, Calumet Avenue, and a variety of shopping, dining, and everyday amenities, with straightforward access to Chicago and surrounding Northwest Indiana areas and 10 minutes from the South Shore Line. Whether you're looking for an affordable primary residence with room to grow, or an investment opportunity with solid rental potential, this unique property stands out from typical inventory.
Active
Price cut: $3K (7/1)
$184,500
6542 McCook Ave, Hammond, IN 46323
4beds
1,919sqft
Half Duplex
Built in 1943
3,484 Square Feet Lot
$179,800 Zestimate®
$96/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
- 49 days |
- 3,452 |
- 302 |
Likely to sell faster than
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Kristina Patai,
VIA Realty 773-618-9199
Source: NIRA as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 839026
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 3/4 bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Bedroom 2, Primary Bedroom, Living Room, Kitchen, Family Room, Bedroom 4, Bedroom 3
Primary bedroom
- Level: Upper
- Area: 204
- Dimensions: 17.0 x 12.0
Bedroom 2
- Level: Upper
- Area: 160
- Dimensions: 8.0 x 20.0
Bedroom 3
- Level: Upper
- Area: 120
- Dimensions: 12.0 x 10.0
Bedroom 4
- Level: Upper
- Area: 96
- Dimensions: 12.0 x 8.0
Family room
- Level: Main
- Area: 168
- Dimensions: 12.0 x 14.0
Kitchen
- Level: Main
- Area: 112
- Dimensions: 8.0 x 14.0
Living room
- Level: Main
- Area: 399
- Dimensions: 19.0 x 21.0
Sunroom
- Level: Main
- Area: 280
- Dimensions: 14.0 x 20.0
Heating
- Forced Air
Appliances
- Included: Gas Cooktop, Refrigerator
- Laundry: Gas Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup, Lower Level
Features
- Entrance Foyer, Laminate Counters
- Windows: Blinds
- Basement: Storage Space,Unfinished
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,919
- Total interior livable area: 1,919 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,829
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Detached, On Street, Driveway, Alley Access
- Garage spaces: 2
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Levels: Two
- Patio & porch: Covered, Patio, Front Porch, Enclosed
- Exterior features: None
- Pool features: None
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Neighborhood
Lot
- Size: 3,484 Square Feet
- Features: Paved, Near Public Transit
Details
- Parcel number: 450709126017000023
- Zoning description: residential
- Special conditions: Agent Owned
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Half Duplex
- Attached to another structure: Yes
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1943
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 200+ Amp Service
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Cable Connected, Water Connected, Sewer Connected, Natural Gas Connected
Community & HOA
Community
- Security: Smoke Detector(s)
- Subdivision: Russells 01 Add/Hammond
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Hammond
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $96/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $168,400
- Annual tax amount: $3,722
- Date on market: 5/16/2026
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
Estimated market value
$179,800
$171,000 - $189,000
$2,162/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/1/2026 | Price change | $184,500-1.6%$96/sqft |
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| 5/16/2026 | Listed for sale | $187,500+1.9%$98/sqft |
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| 9/12/2024 | Listing removed | $1,550$1/sqft |
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| 8/21/2024 | Price change | $1,550-2.8%$1/sqft |
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| 8/7/2024 | Price change | $1,595-3.3%$1/sqft |
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| 6/25/2024 | Listed for rent | $1,650+3.1%$1/sqft |
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| 4/29/2023 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 4/21/2023 | Price change | $1,600-3%$1/sqft |
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| 3/14/2023 | Price change | $1,650-2.9%$1/sqft |
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| 1/31/2023 | Price change | $1,699-2.9%$1/sqft |
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| 1/18/2023 | Price change | $1,750-2.8%$1/sqft |
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| 11/22/2022 | Sold | $184,000+16.8%$96/sqft |
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| 11/18/2022 | Listed for rent | $1,800+63.6%$1/sqft |
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| 2/28/2021 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 3/18/2020 | Listing removed | $1,100$1/sqft |
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| 2/17/2020 | Listed for rent | $1,100$1/sqft |
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| 1/11/2019 | Listing removed | $1,100$1/sqft |
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| 12/28/2018 | Listed for rent | $1,100$1/sqft |
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| 7/18/2005 | Sold | $157,500$82/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $3,722 +15.1% | $184,000 +9.3% |
| 2024 | $3,233 +6.2% | $168,400 +39.9% |
| 2023 | $3,044 +16.6% | $120,400 +6% |
| 2022 | $2,610 +10.3% | $113,600 +18% |
| 2021 | $2,367 +8% | $96,300 +11.1% |
| 2020 | $2,191 -7.2% | $86,700 +9.5% |
| 2019 | $2,361 -8.8% | $79,200 +5.5% |
| 2018 | $2,590 +77.8% | $75,100 +4.5% |
| 2017 | $1,457 | $71,900 -1.8% |
| 2016 | $1,457 -15.7% | $73,200 +32.6% |
| 2014 | $1,729 +22.5% | $55,200 -47.5% |
| 2013 | $1,411 -56.6% | $105,100 +1.7% |
| 2012 | $3,250 +11.9% | $103,300 +7.8% |
| 2011 | $2,905 -8% | $95,800 +0.9% |
| 2010 | $3,159 | $94,900 -2.4% |
| 2009 | -- | $97,200 -8% |
| 2007 | -- | $105,600 +28.8% |
| 2006 | -- | $82,000 |
| 2005 | -- | $82,000 -3.4% |
| 2004 | -- | $84,900 +437.3% |
| 2003 | -- | $15,800 |
| 2002 | -- | $15,800 +199.8% |
| 2001 | -- | $5,270 |
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: Hessville
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 4/10Morton Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-6Distance: 0.6 mi
- 3/10Charles N Scott Middle SchoolGrades: 7-8Distance: 1.6 mi
- 2/10Morton Senior High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.4 mi
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- Indiana
- Lake County
- Hammond
- 46323
- Hessville
- 6542 McCook Ave






