Nestled in an unbeatable location, this half-duplex puts you at the heart of Crown Point and Merrillville's finest amenities while offering the ultimate low-maintenance lifestyle. Forget about shoveling snow or mowing the lawn--your incredibly affordable HOA fee takes care of it all, including exterior maintenance, roof replacement, trash, and even driveway repairs. Step inside to discover an open-concept floor plan bathed in natural light and adorned with durable laminate flooring throughout for a sleek, cohesive look. Warm, inviting tones make this meticulously cared-for home feel wonderfully cozy. The kitchen boasts ample counter space, a functional island with seating, and the convenience of a pantry. A glass slider provides immediate access to your covered patio, where mature landscaping and a vinyl picket fence enclose the space for privacy. The adjacent dining area offers room for a large table, or can flex to suit your needs. The split-bedroom layout ensures privacy, with the spacious main bedroom featuring a walk-in closet and private 3/4 bath. A generously sized guest room is complemented by a full bath just steps away. The laundry room comes equipped with a handy slop sink and extra coat storage! Affordable, maintenance-free living awaits.
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$225,000
8686 Van Buren St, Merrillville, IN 46410
2beds
1,204sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1996
4,356 Square Feet Lot
$237,400 Zestimate®
$187/sqft
$1,817 Estimated rent
Home value
$237,400
$214,000 - $264,000
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Vinyl picket fenceSpacious main bedroomSplit-bedroom layoutOpen-concept floor planWarm inviting tonesNatural lightCovered patio
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Listed by:
Judith Serocinski,
Realty Executives Premier 219-462-2224,
Colin Serocinski,
Realty Executives Premier
Bought with:
Christina Taylor-Baldwin, RB23001890
Listing Leaders Executive RE
Source: NIRA as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 813127
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 3/4 bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Bedroom 2, Primary Bedroom, Living Room, Laundry, Kitchen, Dining Room
Primary bedroom
- Area: 154
- Dimensions: 14.0 x 11.0
Bedroom 2
- Area: 136.64
- Dimensions: 12.2 x 11.2
Dining room
- Area: 71.71
- Dimensions: 10.1 x 7.1
Kitchen
- Area: 139.1
- Dimensions: 13.0 x 10.7
Laundry
- Area: 57.34
- Dimensions: 9.4 x 6.1
Living room
- Area: 156
- Dimensions: 13.0 x 12.0
Heating
- Forced Air, Natural Gas
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Washer, Refrigerator, Microwave, Dryer, Disposal
- Laundry: Inside, Main Level, Laundry Room
Features
- Entrance Foyer, Open Floorplan, Kitchen Island, Laminate Counters
- Has basement: No
- Has fireplace: No
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,204
- Total interior livable area: 1,204 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,204
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Concrete, Garage Door Opener, Driveway
- Garage spaces: 2
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Levels: One
- Patio & porch: Covered
- Exterior features: None
- Fencing: Back Yard,Vinyl
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Neighborhood
Lot
- Size: 4,356 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 40 x 110
- Features: Few Trees, Landscaped, Level
Details
- Parcel number: 451228252015000030
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
- Attached to another structure: Yes
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1996
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: Deerfield Center
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- Amenities included: Landscaping, Trash, Snow Removal
- Services included: Maintenance Grounds, Snow Removal, Trash, Maintenance Structure
- HOA fee: $128 monthly
- HOA name: 1st American Management Company
- HOA phone: 219-464-3536
Location
- Region: Merrillville
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $187/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $211,100
- Annual tax amount: $1,619
- Date on market: 1/20/2025
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Listing terms: Cash,VA Loan,FHA,Conventional
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 1/20/2025 | Sold | $225,000$187/sqft |
Source:  NIRA as distributed by MLS GRID #813127 Report a problem | ||
| 11/19/2024 | Listed for sale | $225,000+104.7%$187/sqft |
Source: NIRA as distributed by MLS GRID #813127 Report a problem | ||
| 10/9/2014 | Sold | $109,900$91/sqft |
Source: NIRA as distributed by MLS GRID #356397 Report a problem | ||
| 9/5/2014 | Price change | $109,900-4.4%$91/sqft |
Source: McColly Real Estate #356397 Report a problem | ||
| 8/13/2014 | Listed for sale | $114,900+11.6%$95/sqft |
Source: McColly Real Estate #356397 Report a problem | ||
| 9/5/2003 | Sold | $103,000$86/sqft |
Source: NIRA as distributed by MLS GRID #77355 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $1,748 +8% | $211,100 +12% |
| 2024 | $1,619 +47.7% | $188,500 +1.3% |
| 2023 | $1,096 +18% | $186,100 +42.8% |
| 2022 | $929 +14.4% | $130,300 +10.8% |
| 2021 | $812 +4.9% | $117,600 +7.2% |
| 2020 | $774 -27.6% | $109,700 +1.1% |
| 2019 | $1,069 -4.1% | $108,500 +1.7% |
| 2018 | $1,114 -52.8% | $106,700 +0.7% |
| 2017 | $2,360 | $106,000 -2.2% |
| 2016 | $2,360 +321% | $108,400 -0.9% |
| 2014 | $561 -9% | $109,400 -2% |
| 2013 | $616 -15% | $111,600 +0.1% |
| 2012 | $725 +2.9% | $111,500 -0.5% |
| 2011 | $705 -0.8% | $112,100 -1.1% |
| 2010 | $711 | $113,300 -2.9% |
| 2009 | -- | $116,700 +12% |
| 2007 | -- | $104,200 +19.2% |
| 2006 | -- | $87,400 |
| 2005 | -- | $87,400 |
| 2004 | -- | $87,400 +100.9% |
| 2003 | -- | $43,500 |
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Neighborhood: 46410
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