Extremely unique contemporary home located on 3.848 acres close in. Lots of windows; wood and stone floors and open feel to this home. Six panel wood doors throughout. There is also a grape arbor, apple trees and a peach tree. Family room features a wall of windows, tile floors and a staircase to study/library above. The kitchen features blond cherry cabinets and countertops - really beautiful and unique. The laundry room is on the main level, very spacious and has a laundry sink. The bedroom on the main level has it's own bath. Recent Improvements: James Hardie Siding, All new Andersen windows, Andersen Sliding doors balcony and kitchen (3 total) New window panels on southern-facing window wall New window quilt shades New Carpet/vinyl (2015) New stone front stoop and decorative wall New gravel in driveways and additional parking spot added (could hold small RV, boat, truck, etc) French drain installed in front of garage Invasive management & native fruit/nut tree planting (9 trees) on property Hog wire deck railing New vanity in 2nd bathroom Tankless water heater (2021) New furnace (2018) Insulation under utility room and 2nd BR Replaced crawl space ducts with rigid ductwork Storm door Stainless Cable staircase railing in living room
IRMLS #201514418
Jun 5, 2015
Sold
$232,000
$103/sq ft
Apr 9, 2015
Listed
$249,000
$110/sq ft
+25
This appealing rustic contemporary home on Bloomington's east side has a light filled solarium atrium, Japanese Screens, a loft study, luxury master bath, cherry hardwood flooring, gorgeous custom cabinetry, cedar siding, a storage basement, main level master and upper level master suite, plus an over three acre site. Great access to Indiana University, College Mall and Bloomington's fantastic cultural activities.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2024
$3,323 (+20.2%)
$74,000 + $399,100
$473,100
2023
$2,765 (+7.4%)
$51,400 + $342,700
$394,100
2022
$2,575 (+72.6%)
$47,800 + $307,900
$355,700
2021
$1,492 (−2.6%)
$42,800 + $173,500
$216,300
2020
$1,531 (+0.7%)
$42,800 + $180,900
$223,700
2019
$1,521 (−0.9%)
$42,800 + $180,900
$223,700
2018
$1,534 (+1.6%)
$42,800 + $180,900
$223,700
2017
$1,510 (+3.0%)
$42,800 + $176,500
$219,300
2016
$1,465 (+9.6%)
$42,800 + $174,200
$217,000
2015
$1,337 (−5.1%)
$42,800 + $159,100
$201,900
2013
$1,409
$42,800 + $154,500
$197,300
Tax history for 6396 E Bender Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2024
$3,323 (+20.2%)
$74,000 + $399,100
$473,100
2023
$2,765 (+7.4%)
$51,400 + $342,700
$394,100
2022
$2,575 (+72.6%)
$47,800 + $307,900
$355,700
2021
$1,492 (−2.6%)
$42,800 + $173,500
$216,300
2020
$1,531 (+0.7%)
$42,800 + $180,900
$223,700
2019
$1,521 (−0.9%)
$42,800 + $180,900
$223,700
2018
$1,534 (+1.6%)
$42,800 + $180,900
$223,700
2017
$1,510 (+3.0%)
$42,800 + $176,500
$219,300
2016
$1,465 (+9.6%)
$42,800 + $174,200
$217,000
2015
$1,337 (−5.1%)
$42,800 + $159,100
$201,900
2013
$1,409
$42,800 + $154,500
$197,300
*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
2
Baths
2
Stories
2.5
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
3.85 Acres
Year renovated
1981
Sq. Ft.
1,906
Year built
1954
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Monroe County
APN
530705200031000014
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
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
Has Garage
Has Attached Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 2
Parking Features: Garage Door Opener, Garage, Attached
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 2
# of Main Level Bathrooms: 1
Heating & Cooling
Has Cooling
Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air
Has Heating
Heating: Natural Gas, Forced Air
Interior Features
Interior Features: Vaulted Ceiling(s), Ceiling Fan(s), Eat-in Kitchen, Built-in Features
Window Features: Skylight(s), Window Treatments
Appliances: Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Gas Range, Dryer
Room Information
# of Rooms Total: 8
Laundry Features: Main Level
Has Basement
Basement Details: Partial
Exterior
Exterior Features
Exterior Features: Balcony
Patio And Porch Features: Deck, Covered, Porch
Building Information
Above Grade Finished Area: 1,906
Below Grade Finished Area: 350
# of Stories Total: 2
Construction Materials: Cedar
Foundation Details: Block
Property Information
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Raw Mls Property Sub Type: Site-Built Home
Lot Information
Lot Features: Wooded
Lot Size Dimensions: irregular
Lot Size Acres: 3.85
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $1,456
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Septic Tank
Location
Schools Information
School District: Monroe County Community School C
Elementary School: Rogers/Binford
Middle Or Junior School: Tri-North
High School: Bloomington North
Location Information
Directions: Hwy 46 West towards Nashville 1.9 miles east of 46/446 junction. Turn right on Bender Road. Home is around the curve at the top of the hill on the right.
Subdivision Name: Southeast Monroe County
Public facts
Beds: 2
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,906
Stories: 2.5
Lot Size: 3.85 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1954
Year Renovated: 1981
County: Monroe County
APN: 530705200031000014
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 16, 2026
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Listing Information
List AOR: Bloomington BOR
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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Climate risks
9/10 Flood Factor
Estimated 75-83% chance 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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Estimated sale price
$455,000 – $551,000
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