Sold222d on market
279 S 500 W
Valparaiso, IN, 46385 • 46385 • Porter County
$405,000
$253/sqft
3Beds
2Baths
1,600Sqft
2 acLot
1972Built
Property DNA
Scenic Views
Rural · Trees/Woods
Outdoor Living
Covered · Patio · Porch · Deck
4-Car Garage
Attached · Concrete · Garage Faces Front · Garage Door Opener · Driveway · Detached
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222 days on market
Established listing
$253/sqft
Price per square foot
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About this home
Single Family · Built 1972
Peaceful Country Living with Modern Comforts!Welcome to your perfect blend of space, serenity, and style! This charming 3-bedroom, 2-bath ranch home sits on a sprawling 2-acre lot, offering room to relax, play, and grow. Inside, you'll find an inviting open floor plan filled with natural light, a spacious living area, and a well-appointed kitchen perfect for entertaining or cozy nights in.Enjoy the comfort of a primary suite with an ensuite bath, plus two additional bedrooms ideal for family, guests, or a home office. Step outside and fall in love with the outdoor oasis--featuring a spacious deck ideal for morning coffee or evening gatherings, a beautifully designed patio perfect for summer BBQs, firepit nights, mature trees, another deck off the primary bedroom or simply soaking in the peace and quiet with endless possibilities--whether you dream of a garden, outdoor entertaining, or simply relaxing under the stars. 4 car garage--2 spaces are detached with electric and its heated! Riding tractor will be included with sale!Located just minutes from town, this property combines the peace of country living with the convenience of nearby amenities. Don't miss your chance to own a slice of quiet paradise!
Standout features identified
Our analysis highlights spacious deck, beautifully designed patio, and inviting open floor plan as key attractions of this home.
Estimated monthly payment
Based on current rates
$2,641/month
Principal & Interest$2,101
Property Tax$405
Insurance$135
Down payment20% ($81,000)
3%50%
Est. 6.75% rate · 30yr fixed · $324,000 loan
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Key facts and listing details
TypeSingle Family Residence
Year Built1972
HeatingForced Air, Natural Gas
Parking4 Attached Garage spaces
Lot2 Acres
Property
Home typeSingle Family
Sub-typeSingle Family Residence
Year built1972
Systems
HeatingForced Air, Natural Gas
Water / SewerWell / Septic Tank
Parking & Outdoor
ParkingAttached, Concrete, Garage Faces Front, Garage Door Opener, Driveway, Detached
Garage4 spaces
Lot2 Acres
Location & Tax
Neighborhood46385
Annual tax$2,200
Parcel641218351001000018
Bathrooms & Fees
Full baths1
Features & details
11 categories of property features
Interior Features
Interior
Ceiling Fan(s)
Open Floorplan
Double Vanity
Appliances
Dishwasher
Refrigerator
Water Softener Owned
Washer
Stainless Steel Appliance(s)
Microwave
Dryer
Heating
Forced Air
Natural Gas
Laundry
Laundry Room
Main Level
Exterior Features
Exterior
Storage
Parking
Attached
Concrete
Garage Faces Front
Garage Door Opener
Driveway
Detached
Patio & Porch
Covered
Patio
Porch
Deck
Lot Features
Back Yard
Rectangular Lot
Front Yard
Landscaped
Security
Smoke Detector(s)
Views
Rural
Trees/Woods
Utilities
Cable Available
Natural Gas Available
Electricity Available
Room details
7 rooms detailed
Primary Bedroom
18×13 ft234 sqft
Bedroom2
10×11 ft110 sqft
Bedroom3
10×11 ft110 sqft
Dining Room
15×10 ft150 sqft
Kitchen
18×11 ft198 sqft
Laundry
8×8 ft64 sqft
Listing insights
Market data and value estimates
StatusSold
Days on market222
Est. value$416,100
Est. rent$2,246/mo
Tax rate0.83%
Price/sqft$253
On marketJun 19, 2025
PostedJun 19, 2025
Last sold$405,000
MLS statusClosed
MLS updatedSep 4, 2025
Tour days6
Views9
How are the schools in Valparaiso?
3 schools rated nearby
Location
Valparaiso, IN, 46385
Price history
16 events
DateEventPrice$/sqftSource
Sep 4, 2025Sold$405,000$253NIRA as distributed by MLS GRID
Aug 6, 2025Contingent$417,000$261NIRA as distributed by MLS GRID
Jul 24, 2025Price Change$417,000$261NIRA as distributed by MLS GRID
Jun 19, 2025Listed For Sale$423,500$265NIRA as distributed by MLS GRID
Nov 10, 2022Sold$325,000$203NIRA as distributed by MLS GRID
Oct 25, 2022Pending Sale$319,900$200NIRA as distributed by MLS GRID
Oct 23, 2022Listed For Sale$319,900$200NIRA as distributed by MLS GRID
May 10, 2016Sold$214,000$134NIRA as distributed by MLS GRID
Mar 31, 2016Pending Sale$214,900$134CENTURY 21 Executive Realty
Mar 27, 2016Listed For Sale$214,900$134CENTURY 21 Executive Realty
Oct 23, 2015Sold$74,910$47Agent Provided
Sep 11, 2015Price Change$118,300$74CENTURY 21 Executive Realty
Mar 19, 2015Price Change$135,200$85CENTURY 21 Executive Realty
Mar 15, 2015Price Change$152,100$95CENTURY 21 Executive Realty
Jan 9, 2015Listed For Sale$160,550$100Century 21 Executive Realty
Aug 12, 2014Sold$315,622$197Public Record
Sold$405,000
Sep 4, 2025•$253/sqft•NIRA as distributed by MLS GRID
Contingent$417,000
Aug 6, 2025•$261/sqft•NIRA as distributed by MLS GRID
Price Change$417,000
Jul 24, 2025•$261/sqft•NIRA as distributed by MLS GRID
Listed For Sale$423,500
Jun 19, 2025•$265/sqft•NIRA as distributed by MLS GRID
Sold$325,000
Nov 10, 2022•$203/sqft•NIRA as distributed by MLS GRID
Pending Sale$319,900
Oct 25, 2022•$200/sqft•NIRA as distributed by MLS GRID
Listed For Sale$319,900
Oct 23, 2022•$200/sqft•NIRA as distributed by MLS GRID
Sold$214,000
May 10, 2016•$134/sqft•NIRA as distributed by MLS GRID
Pending Sale$214,900
Mar 31, 2016•$134/sqft•CENTURY 21 Executive Realty
Listed For Sale$214,900
Mar 27, 2016•$134/sqft•CENTURY 21 Executive Realty
Sold$74,910
Oct 23, 2015•$47/sqft•Agent Provided
Price Change$118,300
Sep 11, 2015•$74/sqft•CENTURY 21 Executive Realty
Price Change$135,200
Mar 19, 2015•$85/sqft•CENTURY 21 Executive Realty
Price Change$152,100
Mar 15, 2015•$95/sqft•CENTURY 21 Executive Realty
Listed For Sale$160,550
Jan 9, 2015•$100/sqft•Century 21 Executive Realty
Sold$315,622
Aug 12, 2014•$197/sqft•Public Record
Tax history
17 years of records
YearTax paidAssessed value
Apr 15, 2024$2,222$294,300
Apr 15, 2023$2,234$294,600
Apr 15, 2022$2,095$270,900
Apr 15, 2021$1,798$246,400
Apr 15, 2020$1,740$230,600
Apr 15, 2019$1,829$212,800
Apr 15, 2018$1,711$207,700
Apr 15, 2017$1,711$205,600
Apr 15, 2016$1,595$192,900
Apr 15, 2014$3,103$181,100
Apr 15, 2013$1,594$174,400
Apr 15, 2012$1,691$178,400
Apr 15, 2011$1,359$172,700
Apr 15, 2010$1,448$172,700
Apr 15, 2009$1,276$170,500
Apr 15, 2006—$146,000
Apr 15, 2005—$132,000
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Local context around this listing
Valparaiso, IN • Porter County
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Nearby cities
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Nearby zip codes
46383463844638546393
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