Step into this timeless Queen Anne Victorian located in the heart of the charming little town of Lafontaine! There is decades of history and hand crafted hard work into this establishment. Built by Merritt Bannisterwho in 1900, this home is eligible to be listed on the National Registry of Historic Places. This home exhibits a refined Victorian elegance throughout and awaits a new family to leave their legacy here. This Queen Anne has a tower, the original wood siding, and a wrap around porch with classical columns making it considered a Free Classic subtype. The exterior is both eye catching and functional with a large yard, beautiful landscaping, and a huge three car garage that also features a loft area suitable for a workshop or storage. Head inside to pure Victorian bliss throughout. Hand carved woodwork, traditional wallpaper, and carefully laid hardwoods run rampant all through the home. Enjoy a traditional main level layout with your parlor in the front along with a gorgeous staircase and sewing room. Large family room in the middle of the home has pocket doors connecting it to the formal dining area. Fully equipped spacious kitchen, a full bathroom, and main level laundry area as well. On the upper level of the home, you'll find three large bedrooms and an additional full bathroom. A third level is accessible that is a large floored attic. There is a personal property package available for furnishing and decor through the home. Ask your Realtor for details on this.
Closed
$265,000
8 Hale St, La Fontaine, IN 46940
3beds
2,643sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1900
0.5 Acres Lot
$265,000 Zestimate®
$--/sqft
$1,617 Estimated rent
What's special
Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: August 08, 2025 at 02:53pm
Listed by:
Nick Krieg Cell:260-571-0178,
Empire Real Estate LLC
Bought with:
Amanda Walters, RB18001546
Miles Realty Group
Source: IRMLS,MLS#: 202523267

Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
- Main level bedrooms: 1
Bedroom 1
- Level: Upper
Bedroom 2
- Level: Main
Dining room
- Level: Main
- Area: 238
- Dimensions: 17 x 14
Family room
- Level: Main
- Area: 224
- Dimensions: 16 x 14
Kitchen
- Level: Main
- Area: 286
- Dimensions: 22 x 13
Living room
- Level: Main
- Area: 210
- Dimensions: 15 x 14
Heating
- Hot Water, Radiant
Cooling
- Window Unit(s)
Appliances
- Included: Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer-Gas, Electric Range, Gas Water Heater
Features
- Flooring: Hardwood, Carpet
- Windows: Window Treatments
- Basement: Full,Unfinished,Sump Pump
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Family Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,871
- Total interior livable area: 2,643 sqft
- Finished area above ground: 2,643
- Finished area below ground: 0
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 3
- Parking features: Detached, Heated Garage
- Garage spaces: 3
Features
- Levels: Two
- Stories: 2
Lot
- Size: 0.50 Acres
- Dimensions: 217x100
- Features: Level, 0-2.9999
Details
- Additional structures: Shed
- Parcel number: 851927204002.000006
- Other equipment: Sump Pump
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Victorian
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Wood Siding
- Roof: Shingle
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1900
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: City
- Water: City
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: La Fontaine
- Subdivision: None
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Cash,Conventional