Situated on 3 beautiful acres with a Rensselaer address in the Kankakee Valley School District, this move-in ready home offers the perfect blend of modern updates and country living. The updated, well-maintained home features a stunning modern farmhouse-style kitchen, a spacious living room, and a main-level primary bedroom, with two additional bedrooms upstairs and a fourth bedroom in the basement. The enclosed front porch includes a convenient pantry just off the kitchen, adding both charm and functionality. The basement also offers a laundry room, hobby room, and abundant storage space. All appliances are included. Major updates provide peace of mind, including a new furnace and central air conditioner (1 year old), roof (5 years old), newerwindows throughout, updated plumbing and electrical, and a new well pump installed in 2021. Outside, you'll find endless possibilities with two impressive pole barns measuring 27' x 45' and 32' x 64', providing exceptional space for equipment, hobbies, storage, or a workshop. The property also includes a chicken coop with electricity and its own well. If you're looking for modern comforts, generous outbuildings, and the tranquility of country living, this exceptional property is ready to welcome you home!
Pending
Price cut: $5K (9/2)
$374,900
6817 N Us Highway 231, Rensselaer, IN 47978
4beds
1,968sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1910
3 Acres Lot
$366,600 Zestimate®
$190/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Main-level primary bedroomEnclosed front porchStunning modern farmhouse-style kitchenHobby roomAbundant storage spaceNewer windows throughoutUpdated plumbing and electrical
- 67 days
- 1,542
- 151
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Laura Bogenschneider,
New Chapter Real Estate 219-227-8454,
Ryan Bogenschneider,
New Chapter Real Estate
Source: NIRA as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 843253
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Bedroom 2, Primary Bedroom, Living Room, Laundry, Kitchen, Dining Room, Bedroom 4, Bedroom 3
Primary bedroom
- Level: Main
- Area: 225
- Dimensions: 15.0 x 15.0
Bedroom 2
- Level: Upper
- Area: 165
- Dimensions: 15.0 x 11.0
Bedroom 3
- Level: Upper
- Area: 135
- Dimensions: 15.0 x 9.0
Bedroom 4
- Level: Basement
- Area: 144
- Dimensions: 12.0 x 12.0
Dining room
- Level: Main
- Area: 48
- Dimensions: 8.0 x 6.0
Kitchen
- Level: Main
- Area: 195
- Dimensions: 15.0 x 13.0
Laundry
- Level: Basement
- Area: 112
- Dimensions: 16.0 x 7.0
Living room
- Level: Main
- Area: 255
- Dimensions: 17.0 x 15.0
Heating
- Propane
Appliances
- Included: Dryer, Washer, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Refrigerator, Dishwasher
- Laundry: Lower Level, Laundry Room
Features
- Ceiling Fan(s), Kitchen Island, Granite Counters, Eat-in Kitchen
- Basement: Partially Finished,Storage Space
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,968
- Total interior livable area: 1,968 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,632
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Detached, Gravel, Driveway, Additional Parking
- Garage spaces: 2
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Levels: Two
- Patio & porch: Deck
- Exterior features: Storage
- Pool features: None
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Rural
Lot
- Size: 3 Acres
- Features: Back Yard, Rectangular Lot, Front Yard
Details
- Parcel number: 371330000011000030
- Zoning description: residential
- Special conditions: None
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1910
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 200+ Amp Service
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Well
- Utilities for property: Electricity Connected, Water Connected, Propane
Community & HOA
Community
- Security: Smoke Detector(s)
- Subdivision: None
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Rensselaer
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $190/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $299,700
- Annual tax amount: $1,310
- Date on market: 8/1/2026
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Listing terms: Cash,VA Loan,FHA,Conventional
Estimated market value
$366,600
$348,000 - $385,000
$2,143/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 10/3/2026 | Pending sale | $374,900$190/sqft |
Source:  NIRA as distributed by MLS GRID #843253 Report a problem | ||
| 9/2/2026 | Price change | $374,900-1.3%$190/sqft |
Source: NIRA as distributed by MLS GRID #843253 Report a problem | ||
| 8/6/2026 | Listed for sale | $379,900$193/sqft |
Source: NIRA as distributed by MLS GRID #843253 Report a problem | ||
| 8/2/2026 | Pending sale | $379,900$193/sqft |
Source: NIRA as distributed by MLS GRID #843253 Report a problem | ||
| 8/1/2026 | Listed for sale | $379,900+61.7%$193/sqft |
Source: NIRA as distributed by MLS GRID #843253 Report a problem | ||
| 7/19/2019 | Sold | $235,000-1.7%$119/sqft |
Source: NIRA as distributed by MLS GRID #458743 Report a problem | ||
| 6/5/2019 | Pending sale | $239,000$121/sqft |
Source: RE/MAX Executives #447812 Report a problem | ||
| 5/16/2019 | Price change | $239,000-2.4%$121/sqft |
Source: RE/MAX Executives #447812 Report a problem | ||
| 5/8/2019 | Price change | $245,000+2.5%$124/sqft |
Source: RE/MAX Executives #447812 Report a problem | ||
| 4/6/2019 | Pending sale | $239,000$121/sqft |
Source: RE/MAX Executives #447812 Report a problem | ||
| 3/3/2019 | Price change | $239,000-2.4%$121/sqft |
Source: RE/MAX Executives #447812 Report a problem | ||
| 1/6/2019 | Listed for sale | $245,000+134.4%$124/sqft |
Source: RE/MAX Executives #447812 Report a problem | ||
| 9/13/2012 | Sold | $104,500-9.1%$53/sqft |
Source: NIRA as distributed by MLS GRID #300281 Report a problem | ||
| 7/17/2012 | Listed for sale | $114,900$58/sqft |
Source: Countryside Realty #300281 Report a problem | ||
| 3/3/2012 | Listing removed | $114,900$58/sqft |
Source: Countryside Realty #300281 Report a problem | ||
| 1/21/2012 | Listed for sale | $114,900$58/sqft |
Source: Countryside Realty #300281 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $1,473 +12.9% | $299,700 +3.9% |
| 2024 | $1,306 -2.7% | $288,400 +9.2% |
| 2023 | $1,342 +7.3% | $264,100 +7.4% |
| 2022 | $1,251 +20.6% | $245,800 +9.7% |
| 2021 | $1,038 +71% | $224,100 +17.3% |
| 2020 | $607 +94.6% | $191,100 +43.7% |
| 2019 | $312 +39.6% | $133,000 +50.6% |
| 2017 | $223 +17.5% | $88,300 +7% |
| 2016 | $190 +4.8% | $82,500 +1.6% |
| 2014 | $181 +8.6% | $81,200 +2% |
| 2013 | $167 -10.6% | $79,600 -2.3% |
| 2012 | $187 -71.2% | $81,500 +1.7% |
| 2011 | $649 +7.4% | $80,100 |
| 2010 | $604 +206.7% | $80,100 |
| 2009 | $197 | $80,100 |
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