512 Franklin Street

Valparaiso, IN 46383

$499,000
Price
3
Beds
2
Baths
1
1/2 Bath
2,486 Sq. Ft.
$201 / Sq. Ft.
2,486
Sq. Ft.
$201
per Sq. Ft.

Description

A Beautiful & Meticulous Restoration of the Italianate Style - 512 Franklin now offers a Rare Opportunity to Own This Historic Home, Brought Back to it's Original Glory of the 1800's in Downtown Valparaiso. Built in 1878 by Renowned Craftsman of the Era - John D Wilson, this home is listed on the Porter County interim report of the Indiana Historic Sites and Structures & Featured In Numerous Publications and Historic Home Tours. This property has been Restored - Vintage finishes through out with...A Beautiful & Meticulous Restoration of the Italianate Style - 512 Franklin now offers a Rare Opportunity to Own This Historic Home, Brought Back to it's Original Glory of the 1800's in Downtown Valparaiso. Built in 1878 by Renowned Craftsman of the Era - John D Wilson, this home is listed on the Porter County interim report of the Indiana Historic Sites and Structures & Featured In Numerous Publications and Historic Home Tours. This property has been Restored - Vintage finishes through out with quality Workmanship. Intricate Detail top to bottom from Brass Hinges & Glass Doorknobs, Skeleton Keys and Clawfoot Tubs. Basement Features Exposed Brick Walls, workshop and finished laundry. Vintage Kitchen Cabinets, Stainless Steel Appliances , New ( 4 year old HVAC with Smart Ecobee Thermostat) and so much more! Great Location, Walking Distance to the Square, Restaurants, Entertainment & Shopping . Only 15 Minutes to Inidana Dunes, 45 minutes to New Buffalo, MI and 60 + minutes to Chicago (Commuter Transportation Available).
  1. Listed by Danica Blesich • Century 21 Circle
    P: (219)-781-9518 C: (219)-781-9518 c21donchi@gmail.com

Property Details for 512 Franklin Street

Zoning
Residential
Subdivision
Powells Add
Garage # of Cars
1
LISTING UPDATED: 12/07/2024 07:24 PM

Property Details for 512 Franklin Street

StatusActive
MLS #808425
Days on Market131
Taxes$4,384 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Single Family Residence
Year Built1878
Lot Size0.13 AC / 5,793 SF
CountyPorter County

Building Information for 512 Franklin Street

Stories-Year Built1878Building Size-Lot Size0.13 AC / 5,793 SF

Property Information for 512 Franklin Street

Summary
Location and General Information
  • Directions: Lincolnway to Washington north to Institute east to Franklin North to home
  • City/Town: Valparaiso
  • State: IN
  • Township: Center
  • ZIP: 46383
  • Zip Plus 4: 4251
  • Latitude: 41.47
  • Longitude: -87.06
  • County: Porter
Taxes and HOA
  • Annual Tax Amount: $4,384.00
  • APN/Key #: 64-09-24-182-001.000-004
  • Tax Year: 2023
  • Tax Legal Description: POWELLS ADD W2/3 LOT 19
School Information
  • High School: Valparaiso High School
  • School District: Valparaiso
Parking
  • Garage Description: Additional Parking, Detached, Storage, Private, Paved, Garage Faces Front, Basement
Property
Lot Information
  • Lot Square Footage: 5,793.00
  • Lot Dimensions: 66 x 132
  • Square Footage: 2486.0
  • Square Footage Source: Assessor
  • Acres: .13
Property and Assessments
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Subtype 1: Single Family Residence
  • Year Built: 1878
  • Lot Description: Back Yard, Landscaped, Native Plants, Few Trees, Front Yard, Corner Lot, City Lot
  • Design: Traditional
  • Road Access: City Street
  • Frontage Type: Other
Utilities
  • Utilities: Cable Available, Sewer Available, Water Connected, Water Available, Sewer Connected, Natural Gas Connected, Natural Gas Available, Electricity Connected
  • Electric: 100 Amp Service, Circuit Breakers
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Exterior Features: Courtyard, Uncovered Courtyard, Rain Gutters, Lighting
  • Out Buildings: Garage(s)
  • Construction Materials: Brick
  • Levels: Three Or More
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Washer, Range, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Refrigerator, Microwave, Gas Range, Gas Water Heater, Dryer, Free-Standing Refrigerator, Free-Standing Gas Range, Free-Standing Gas Oven
  • Basement Type: Crawl Space, Partial, Sump Pump, Storage Space, Partially Finished
  • Basement: Yes
  • Total Full Baths: 2
  • Total 1/2 Baths: 1
  • Total 3/4 Baths: 0
  • Total Baths: 3
  • Bedrooms: 3
  • Basement Sq Ft: 450.0
  • Cooling: Attic Fan, Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air
  • Total # Fireplaces: 1
  • Flooring: Ceramic Tile, Luxury Vinyl, Hardwood
  • Heat Type: Forced Air, Natural Gas
  • Interior Features: Ceiling Fan(s), Smart Thermostat, Soaking Tub, Granite Counters, High Ceilings, Country Kitchen, Eat-in Kitchen, Crown Molding, Coffered Ceiling(s)
  • Roof: Asphalt
  • Total # of Rooms: 10
Room 1
  • Room Dimensions: 26.0 x 14.0
  • Room Type: Living Room
Room 2
  • Room Dimensions: 17.0 x 11.0
  • Room Type: Dining Room
Room 3
  • Room Description: Easily converted to main floor bedroom
  • Room Dimensions: 14.0 x 10.0
  • Room Type: Office
Room 4
  • Room Description: SSl Appliances ,new counter top & lower cabinets, Authentic, Vintage,Upper Cabinets
  • Room Dimensions: 12.0 x 15.0
  • Room Type: Kitchen
Room 5
  • Room Description: Luxury Vintage Ensuite
  • Room Dimensions: 16.0 x 14.0
  • Room Type: Primary Bedroom
Room 6
  • Room Dimensions: 12.0 x 14.0
  • Room Type: Bedroom 2
Room 7
  • Room Dimensions: 10.0 x 14.0
  • Room Type: Bedroom 3
Room 8
  • Room Dimensions: 9.0 x 10.0
  • Room Type: Laundry
Room 9
  • Room Description: Basement, painted walls and ceiling
  • Room Dimensions: 12.0 x 12.0
  • Room Type: Workshop
Room 10
  • Room Description: Basement, painted ceiling brick walls, flooring.
  • Room Dimensions: 12.0 x 10.0
  • Room Type: Other

Property History for 512 Franklin Street

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
DateEvent & SourcePrice

For completeness, Compass often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 512 Franklin Street

Taxable ValueLand$30,500Additions$324,700Total$355,200
Tax Record2023$4,404 ($367 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Baths2.5Total Finished SqFt2,036 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt2,036 SqFtStories2Lot Size5,793 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1878CountyPORTERAPN64-09-24-182-001.000-004Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 512 Franklin Street

This home is within Valparaiso Community Schools.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - K to 5
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Public - 6 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Central Elementary School
PublicK to 5

Benjamin Franklin Mid School
Public6 to 8

Valparaiso High School
Public9 to 12

Porter County Career Center
Public6 to 12

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512 Franklin Street is a single family home for sale in Valparaiso, IN 46383. This property was listed for sale on August 12, 2024 by Century 21 Circle, it's currently listed at $499,000. It has been on the market for a total of 131 days and was last sold on February 16, 2018. This listing's school district is Valparaiso Community Schools. Nearby schools include Central Elementary School, Benjamin Franklin Mid School and Valparaiso High School. 512 Franklin Street is a 3-bed, 2.5-bath, 2,486 sqft single family home built in 1878.

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