For Sale1d on marketHistoric · 106 yrs
521 N McKinley Ave
Rensselaer, IN, 47978 • 47978 • Jasper County
$249,000
$132/sqft
Down payment assistance available
3Beds
2Baths
1,888Sqft
0.25 acLot
1920Built
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Character Home
Built 1920 · 106 years of history
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Outdoor Living
Covered · Rear Porch · Front Porch
2.5-Car Garage
Detached · Garage Door Opener
1d on Market
Listed Apr 13, 2026
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About this home
Single Family · Built 1920 · Historic
Immaculate 1920's two story home with original charm and modern updates. This 3 bedroom, 2 bath home boasts nearly 2000 square feet of living space, main floor bath and laundry, updated kitchen with all appliances included, fenced yard, over sized 2 car detached garage and much, much more! From the huge living room with original woodwork, wood columns with glass built ins to the cozy office space on the main level, this home has everything you are looking for. Upstairs you will find three generous sized bedrooms and huge full bath. The basement and unfinished attic spaces offer loads of additional storage. Enjoy morning coffee or an evening on the beautiful covered porch with mature trees or entertain in the privacy fenced backyard. Call an agent today!
Standout features identified
Our analysis highlights fenced yard, three generous sized bedrooms, and privacy fenced backyard as key attractions of this home.
Estimated monthly payment
Based on current rates
$1,623/month
Principal & Interest$1,291
Property Tax$249
Insurance$83
Down payment20% ($49,800)
3%50%
Est. 6.74% rate · 30yr fixed · $199,200 loan
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Key facts and listing details
TypeSingle Family Residence
Year Built1920
HeatingForced Air, Natural Gas
Parking2 Garage spaces
Lot0.25 Acres
Days on Zillow1 Day
Price/sqft$132
Property
Home typeSingle Family
Sub-typeSingle Family Residence
Year built1920
Systems
HeatingForced Air, Natural Gas
Water / SewerPublic / Public Sewer
Parking & Outdoor
ParkingDetached, Garage Door Opener
Garage2.5 spaces
BasementInterior Entry,Storage Space,Sump Pump
FencingFenced
Lot0.25 Acres
Location & Tax
Neighborhood47978
Annual tax$1,008
Parcel370719036002019027
Bathrooms & Fees
Full baths1
Features & details
12 categories of property features
Interior Features
Interior
Ceiling Fan(s)
High Ceilings
Appliances
Dryer
Washer
Refrigerator
Microwave
Electric Range
Dishwasher
Heating
Forced Air
Natural Gas
Laundry
Laundry Room
Main Level
Windows
Blinds
Exterior Features
Exterior
Private Yard
Parking
Detached
Garage Door Opener
Patio & Porch
Covered
Rear Porch
Front Porch
Lot Features
Back Yard
Private
Landscaped
Front Yard
Security
Smoke Detector(s)
Views
Neighborhood
Utilities
Electricity Connected
Water Connected
Sewer Connected
Natural Gas Connected
Room details
8 rooms detailed
Primary Bedroom
16×11 ft176 sqft
Bedroom2
11×11 ft121 sqft
Bedroom3
14×10 ft140 sqft
Dining Room
16.5×11 ft181.5 sqft
Kitchen
12×12.5 ft150 sqft
Laundry
12×5 ft60 sqft
Listing insights
Market data and value estimates
StatusFor Sale
Days on market1
Est. value$240,100
Est. rent$1,684/mo
Tax rate0.49%
Price/sqft$132
On marketApr 13, 2026
PostedApr 13, 2026
Last sold$215,000
MLS statusActive
MLS updatedApr 13, 2026
Tour days9
Views224
Favorites16
How are the schools in Rensselaer?
3 schools rated nearby
Location
Rensselaer, IN, 47978
Price history
12 events
DateEventPrice$/sqftSource
Apr 13, 2026Listed For Sale$249,000$132NIRA as distributed by MLS GRID
Aug 3, 2022Sold$215,000$114NIRA as distributed by MLS GRID
Jun 29, 2022Pending Sale$215,000$114RE/MAX International
Jun 24, 2022Listed For Sale$215,000$114NIRA as distributed by MLS GRID
Sep 12, 2018Sold$135,000$72NIRA as distributed by MLS GRID
Aug 15, 2018Pending Sale$139,900$74Jenkins, REALTORS, INC.
Apr 30, 2018Listed For Sale$139,900$74Jenkins, REALTORS, INC.
Apr 18, 2018Pending Sale$139,900$74Jenkins, REALTORS, INC.
Jul 18, 2017Price Change$139,900$74Jenkins, REALTORS, INC.
Jul 10, 2017Listed For Sale$134,900$71Jenkins, REALTORS, INC.
Jun 28, 2017Pending Sale$134,900$71Jenkins, REALTORS, INC.
Jun 20, 2017Listed For Sale$134,900$71Jenkins, REALTORS, INC.
Listed For Sale$249,000
Apr 13, 2026•$132/sqft•NIRA as distributed by MLS GRID
Sold$215,000
Aug 3, 2022•$114/sqft•NIRA as distributed by MLS GRID
Pending Sale$215,000
Jun 29, 2022•$114/sqft•RE/MAX International
Listed For Sale$215,000
Jun 24, 2022•$114/sqft•NIRA as distributed by MLS GRID
Sold$135,000
Sep 12, 2018•$72/sqft•NIRA as distributed by MLS GRID
Pending Sale$139,900
Aug 15, 2018•$74/sqft•Jenkins, REALTORS, INC.
Listed For Sale$139,900
Apr 30, 2018•$74/sqft•Jenkins, REALTORS, INC.
Pending Sale$139,900
Apr 18, 2018•$74/sqft•Jenkins, REALTORS, INC.
Price Change$139,900
Jul 18, 2017•$74/sqft•Jenkins, REALTORS, INC.
Listed For Sale$134,900
Jul 10, 2017•$71/sqft•Jenkins, REALTORS, INC.
Pending Sale$134,900
Jun 28, 2017•$71/sqft•Jenkins, REALTORS, INC.
Listed For Sale$134,900
Jun 20, 2017•$71/sqft•Jenkins, REALTORS, INC.
Tax history
16 years of records
YearTax paidAssessed value
Apr 14, 2024$933$190,200
Apr 14, 2023$729$175,300
Apr 14, 2022$735$137,000
Apr 14, 2021$758$130,600
Apr 14, 2020$715$135,000
Apr 14, 2019$487$133,400
Apr 14, 2017$424$108,000
Apr 14, 2016$397$106,900
Apr 14, 2014$392$102,000
Apr 14, 2013$365$101,000
Apr 14, 2012$357$100,000
Apr 14, 2011$430$104,100
Apr 14, 2010$383$104,100
Apr 14, 2009$347$104,100
Apr 14, 2006—$97,300
Apr 14, 2005—$92,800
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Local context around this listing
Rensselaer, IN • Jasper County
Nearby cities
DeMotteFair OaksFrancesvilleMononRemingtonRensselaerWheatfield
Nearby zip codes
47978
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