Tons of Potential on Bender Road! Sellers are aware that this property needs a full renovation and it is priced accordingly. This wonderful 2.89 acres just a few minutes from the heart of downtown Bloomington has views to rival those found in the depths of Brown County. Watch the morning sunrise, evening sunsets, and deer and other wildlife from the large living room window. Open floor plan with a raised living room area reminiscent of Mid-Century Modern styling. The lower level walks out and could be developed into an in-law suite. The sauna worked the last time it was tried. Let your imagination go wild! You will not regret investing in this beautiful and convenient location. The room off the kitchen currently being used as a bedroom was originally used as a dining area--it is listed in the room count as 4th bedroom. The upstairs is listed as Master.
Single-familyProperty Type
1940Year Built
2.89 acresLot Size
$120Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
Listed by Jane Henderson• Henderson Real Estate
Contact: Cell: 812-322-2050
Bought with Linda Dzierba• Dzierba Real Estate Services
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
4
Baths
3
Stories
1
Lot width
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Lot depth
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Lot size
2.58 Acres
Year renovated
1950
Sq. Ft.
3,386
Year built
1950
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Monroe County
APN
530705200008000014
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
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Accessible
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HOA Dues
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Garage
—
Features
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Last updated by owner on Jul 16, 2026.
FR
AREA 3
Forest Reserve District
The character of the Forest Reserve (FR) District is defined as that which is primarily intended for the preservation of forests, recreational areas, parks and greenways, limited agricultural uses and very, very low density single family residential uses. Its purposes are to permit limited single family residential development on very large lots, to discourage the development of residential subdivisions and nonresidential uses, to protect environmentally sensitive areas, such as floodplain and steep slopes and to maintain the character of the surrounding neighborhood. Development in the FR District is hindered by extreme topography, poor access and the availability of few or no public services. Therefore, the number of uses permitted in the FR District is limited. Some uses are conditionally permitted. The conditions placed on these uses are to insure their compatibility with the low-density residential and public open space uses.
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Property details
Parking
Parking/Garage Information
Parking Features: Gravel
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 3
# of Main Level Bathrooms: 1
Heating & Cooling
Has Cooling
Cooling: Central Air
Has Heating
Heating: Natural Gas, Forced Air
Interior Features
Window Features: Insulated Windows
Appliances: Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Gas Range, Gas Water Heater, Dryer, Water Heater
Directions: Bender Road is a right turn off East 3rd (which is also 46 East) about 3 miles east of the mall. First driveway on the right just after you turn onto Bender Road.
Public facts
Beds: 4
Baths: 3.0
Sq. Ft.: 3,386
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 2.58 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1950
Year Renovated: 1950
County: Monroe County
APN: 530705200008000014
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 16, 2026
Other
Listing Information
List AOR: Bloomington BOR
AttributionContact: Cell: 812-322-2050
Around this home
Schools
University Elementary School
Public PreK-6 • Assigned • 2.6mi
8/10
Tri-North Middle School
Public 7-8 • Assigned • 6.0mi
7/10
Bloomington High School North
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 6.5mi
9/10
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Lifestyle
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Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
3/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 104° expected this year, 19 days in 30 years
2/10 Wind Factor
1% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
2/10 Air Factor
1 unhealthy days expected this year, 1 days in 30 years
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In this area, properties receive around 9.7 hours in
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Estimated sale price
$384,000 – $465,000
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