*** SELLER NOW OFFERING $5000 FOR INTEREST RATE BUY DOWN ***Step back in time with this Victorian gem boasting an updated exterior (vinyl siding, several new windows, newer roof) that preserves its historical architecture and character. Nestled on a corner lot within walking distance to Rensselaer's busy downtown district, this home fuses classic design and modern amenities. While the interior of the home may take you back to another era, imagine the potential for your personal touch. Seize the opportunity to restore and revitalize this timeless treasure, creating a haven that marries the best of both worlds: tradition and contemporary living.
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$167,000
301 S Van Rensselaer St, Rensselaer, IN 47978
3beds
2,900sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1897
8,145 Square Feet Lot
$164,600 Zestimate®
$58/sqft
$2,446 Estimated rent
Home value
$164,600
$156,000 - $173,000
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Trisha Potts,
RE/MAX Executives 219-987-2230
Bought with:
Colleen Johnston-Hatami, RB18000078
Century 21 Circle
Source: NIRA as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 800144
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Bedroom 2, Primary Bedroom, Other Room, Living Room, Laundry, Kitchen, Dining Room, Bedroom 3
Primary bedroom
- Area: 168
- Dimensions: 16.0 x 10.5
Bedroom 2
- Area: 154
- Dimensions: 14.0 x 11.0
Bedroom 3
- Area: 125
- Dimensions: 12.5 x 10.0
Dining room
- Area: 187
- Dimensions: 17.0 x 11.0
Kitchen
- Area: 80
- Dimensions: 10.0 x 8.0
Laundry
- Area: 48
- Dimensions: 8.0 x 6.0
Living room
- Area: 400
- Dimensions: 25.0 x 16.0
Other
- Description: Dressing room
- Area: 42
- Dimensions: 7.0 x 6.0
Other
- Description: Walk in closet
- Area: 84
- Dimensions: 12.0 x 7.0
Other
- Description: Foyer
- Area: 135
- Dimensions: 15.0 x 9.0
Heating
- Forced Air, Natural Gas
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Free-Standing Electric Range, Disposal
- Laundry: Electric Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup, Main Level, Laundry Room, Gas Dryer Hookup
Features
- Ceiling Fan(s), Natural Woodwork, Walk-In Closet(s), Entrance Foyer, High Ceilings
- Windows: Double Pane Windows
- Basement: Concrete,Unfinished,Crawl Space
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: See Remarks
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,900
- Total interior livable area: 2,900 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 2,900
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Attached, Concrete, Garage Door Opener, Driveway
- Attached garage spaces: 1
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Features
- Levels: Two
- Patio & porch: Enclosed, Wrap Around
- Exterior features: Storage
- Pool features: None
- Fencing: Back Yard,Privacy,Fenced
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Neighborhood
- Frontage length: 83
Lot
- Size: 8,145 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 83 x 82
- Features: Back Yard, Level, City Lot, Corner Lot
Details
- Parcel number: 370730011017.035027
- Zoning description: Residential
- Special conditions: Standard
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Victorian
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1897
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 100 Amp Service
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
- Utilities for property: Cable Connected, Sewer Connected, Water Connected, Phone Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Electricity Connected
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Sidewalks
- Security: Smoke Detector(s)
- Subdivision: None
HOA
- Has HOA: No
Location
- Region: Rensselaer
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $58/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $140,900
- Annual tax amount: $262
- Date on market: 6/27/2024
- Listing agreement: Exclusive Right To Sell
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional
- Road surface type: Paved
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/19/2026 | Listing removed | $169,900$59/sqft |
Source:  NIRA as distributed by MLS GRID #829889 Report a problem | ||
| 4/23/2026 | Price change | $169,900-4.3%$59/sqft |
Source: NIRA as distributed by MLS GRID #829889 Report a problem | ||
| 3/26/2026 | Price change | $177,500-1.3%$61/sqft |
Source: NIRA as distributed by MLS GRID #829889 Report a problem | ||
| 1/8/2026 | Price change | $179,900-2.7%$62/sqft |
Source: NIRA as distributed by MLS GRID #829889 Report a problem | ||
| 10/25/2025 | Listed for sale | $184,900+10.7%$64/sqft |
Source: NIRA as distributed by MLS GRID #829889 Report a problem | ||
| 6/27/2024 | Sold | $167,000-1.7%$58/sqft |
Source: NIRA as distributed by MLS GRID #800144 Report a problem | ||
| 4/18/2024 | Price change | $169,900-2.9%$59/sqft |
Source: NIRA as distributed by MLS GRID #800144 Report a problem | ||
| 3/27/2024 | Price change | $174,900-2.3%$60/sqft |
Source: NIRA as distributed by MLS GRID #800144 Report a problem | ||
| 2/29/2024 | Listed for sale | $179,000$62/sqft |
Source: NIRA as distributed by MLS GRID #800144 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $446 +31.8% | $184,600 +9.2% |
| 2024 | $338 +29.4% | $169,100 +6.3% |
| 2023 | $262 -35.2% | $159,100 +12.9% |
| 2022 | $404 +0.2% | $140,900 +6.3% |
| 2021 | $403 +6.4% | $132,500 -0.7% |
| 2020 | $379 +3.7% | $133,400 +0.8% |
| 2019 | $365 +168.3% | $132,400 +3.1% |
| 2017 | $136 +36.1% | $128,400 +2.2% |
| 2016 | $100 -1.7% | $125,600 +4% |
| 2014 | $102 +2.3% | $120,800 -0.3% |
| 2013 | $99 -12.1% | $121,200 -1.6% |
| 2012 | $113 +17.6% | $123,200 +3.2% |
| 2011 | $96 +12.4% | $119,400 |
| 2010 | $86 -57.1% | $119,400 |
| 2009 | $200 | $119,400 +6.1% |
| 2006 | -- | $112,500 -3.4% |
| 2005 | -- | $116,500 |
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Neighborhood: 47978
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- 8/10Van Rensselaer Elementary SchoolGrades: 3-5Distance: 0.6 mi
- 7/10Rensselaer Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.6 mi
- 6/10Rensselaer Central High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.7 mi
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