Experience the ultimate lake lifestyle on the east shore of Lake Manitou. This versatile walkout ranch offers the perfect blend of main-lake excitement and sunset serenity, paired with a rare, expansive secondary parcel that opens the door to endless possibilities. Designed to maximize its 43' of prime main lake frontage, this home is all about the view. The main level features a spacious, sun-filled great room anchored by a cozy fireplace- perfect for crisp evenings. Two comfortable bedrooms and a full hallway bath provide easy single-level living. Step out onto the lakeside deck to take in the unbeatable Lake Manitou sunsets or head down to the water for a day of all-sport fun. The finished walkout lower level is built for recreation, featuring a large family room ideal for movies and gaming, plus a second full bathroom with an included washer and dryer. What truly sets this property apart is the massive 100x225 secondary parcel located directly across the street. This lot features a substantial pole building housing a fully equipped apartment- complete with one bedroom, full bath, and kitchenette- offering incredible potential for rental income, guest quarters, or a private home office. With a large garage for boat storage and ample room for expansion or parking, the possibilities are limitless. Situated on a premier 775-acre all-sport lake with no motor restrictions, you are just 90 minutes from Indy and 45 minutes from South Bend. Whether you're seeking a multi-generational retreat or a savvy investment, this unique lakefront package delivers it all.
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$699,990
1622 Bessmore Park Rd, Rochester, IN 46975
2beds
2,408sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 1930
0.64 Acres Lot
$662,100 Zestimate®
$--/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Cozy fireplaceFinished walkout lower levelExpansive secondary parcelTwo comfortable bedroomsSpacious sun-filled great roomLake frontageLakeside deck
- 29 days |
- 523 |
- 9 |
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Listed by:
Abigail Renie 574-223-4301,
LAKESHORE RLTRS, INCR
Source: IRMLS,MLS#: 202613848
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
- Main level bedrooms: 2
Bedroom 1
- Level: Main
Bedroom 2
- Level: Main
Dining room
- Level: Main
- Area: 80
- Dimensions: 10 x 8
Family room
- Level: Basement
- Area: 224
- Dimensions: 16 x 14
Kitchen
- Level: Main
- Area: 220
- Dimensions: 22 x 10
Living room
- Level: Main
- Area: 520
- Dimensions: 40 x 13
Heating
- Hot Water, Radiant
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer-Electric, Washer/Dryer Stacked, Electric Range
Features
- Basement: Walk-Out Access,Block
- Number of fireplaces: 2
- Fireplace features: Living Room, Gas Log, Wood Burning, Basement
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,924
- Total interior livable area: 2,408 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 1,462
- Finished area below ground: 946
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Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Detached
- Garage spaces: 2
Features
- Levels: One
- Stories: 1
- Has view: Yes
- On waterfront: Yes
- Waterfront features: Waterfront, Pier/Dock, Deeded, Lake Front, Ski Lake, Lake
- Body of water: Lake Manitou
- Frontage length: Channel/Canal Frontage(0),Water Frontage(43)
Lot
- Size: 0.64 Acres
- Dimensions: 43X125 and 100X225
Details
- Additional parcels included: 2507-11-300-004.011-009
- Parcel number: 250710490012.000009
- Zoning: R3
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Walkout Ranch
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Vinyl Siding, Wood Siding
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1930
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: City
- Water: City
Community & HOA
Community
- Subdivision: None
Location
- Region: Rochester
Financial & listing details
- Tax assessed value: $380,700
- Annual tax amount: $8,903
- Date on market: 4/19/2026
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
Estimated market value
$662,100
$629,000 - $695,000
$1,462/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 4/19/2026 | Listed for sale | $699,990+343% |
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| 12/29/1999 | Sold | $158,000 |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $6,474 +2.2% | $380,700 +17.6% |
| 2024 | $6,334 +113% | $323,700 +2.2% |
| 2023 | $2,974 +2.8% | $316,700 +5.2% |
| 2022 | $2,893 +20.7% | $301,000 +4% |
| 2021 | $2,396 +7.1% | $289,300 +20.7% |
| 2020 | $2,236 +3.6% | $239,600 +5.6% |
| 2019 | $2,159 +8.4% | $227,000 +3.6% |
| 2018 | $1,991 -1.9% | $219,100 -1.4% |
| 2017 | $2,030 | $222,100 |
| 2016 | $2,030 +12.8% | $222,100 +0.4% |
| 2014 | $1,800 +8.6% | $221,300 +0.8% |
| 2013 | $1,656 +9.2% | $219,500 -0.5% |
| 2012 | $1,517 -9.5% | $220,700 +9.6% |
| 2011 | $1,676 -3.4% | $201,300 -4.8% |
| 2010 | $1,736 +21.1% | $211,400 |
| 2009 | $1,434 +12.9% | $211,400 +5.9% |
| 2007 | $1,269 -11.1% | $199,600 +52.8% |
| 2006 | $1,428 | $130,600 |
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: 46975
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- NAColumbia Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-1Distance: 2.2 mi
- 6/10Rochester Community Md SchoolGrades: 5-7Distance: 2.9 mi
- 4/10Rochester Community High SchoolGrades: 8-12Distance: 2.9 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Columbia / Riddle
- Middle: Rochester Community
- High: Rochester Community
- District: Rochester Community School Corp.
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- Indiana
- Fulton County
- Rochester
- 46975
- 1622 Bessmore Park Rd






