Move-In Ready Historic Charm Meets Modern Updates! This beautifully updated turn-of-the-century home sits on 1.81 acres, no neighbors, and offers 4 bedrooms, 1.5 baths, and a detached 2-car garage. Enjoy the covered wraparound deck and charming enclosed front porch. The updated kitchen features all-new cabinets, island, stainless steel appliances, farmhouse sink, tile backsplash, large pantry, recessed lighting, rich wood ceiling, and beautiful views of the country setting. With some original wood floors, solid wood doors, all new exterior doors, and beautiful woodwork adding character throughout, including a beveled mirror detail at the staircase. Both bathrooms are completely updated, new windows throughout, new carpet upstairs, light fixtures, paint, gutters, and down spouts. Major updates include new roof and siding on the home and garage, new furnace, water heater, and water softener. The large basement offers plenty of light and storage. The detached 2-car garage features white steel walls and ceiling, new roof and siding, and motion-sensor security lights. Septic system installed in 2004. Outside, enjoy a 10x13 She Shed with original character and new roof, an additional 10x12 shed, and the potential for a pond. Beautifully maintained, extensively updated, and truly move-in ready!
Single-familyProperty Type
1870Year Built
1.81 acresLot Size
$165Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Lindsay Walker-Moore• Century 21 Bradley-Lake Group
Contact: Cell: 260-243-6649
Bought with Colten VonDerau• Open Door Rentals and Real Est
Est. $2,197 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for 7491 County Road 28
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
IRMLS #202636509
Oct 29, 2026
Sold
$345,000
$165/sq ft
Oct 2, 2026
Contingent
—
Sep 20, 2026
Relisted
—
Sep 11, 2026
Contingent
—
Sep 3, 2026
Listed
$349,000
$167/sq ft
IRMLS #202509545
Apr 2, 2025
Sold
$110,000
$53/sq ft
Mar 26, 2025
Pending
—
Mar 24, 2025
Listed
$109,900
$53/sq ft
+31
Instant equity opportunity. Huge 4 bed, 1.5 bath with hard wood floors and 2 car garage. Solid house in need of cosmetic work. Nice setting on 1.8 acres with no close neighbors and on a paved road. Small overgrown pond in back.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$1,254 (+7.5%)
$40,900 + $101,200
$142,100
2024
$1,167 (+6.1%)
$37,500 + $91,600
$129,100
2023
$1,100 (+6.3%)
$34,400 + $85,600
$120,000
2022
$1,035 (−8.6%)
$30,400 + $77,500
$107,900
2021
$1,131 (+5.4%)
$31,000 + $87,800
$118,800
2020
$1,073 (+0.7%)
$22,100 + $92,100
$114,200
2019
$1,065 (+1.1%)
$22,100 + $89,700
$111,800
2018
$1,054 (−18.7%)
$22,100 + $89,700
$111,800
2017
$1,296 (+128.9%)
$22,100 + $110,000
$132,100
2016
$566 (−3.4%)
$22,100 + $108,800
$130,900
2015
$586 (−22.0%)
$22,100 + $105,200
$127,300
2013
$751
$22,100 + $106,200
$128,300
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
4
Baths
1.5
Stories
2.5
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
1.81 Acres
Year renovated
1960
Sq. Ft.
2,088
Year built
1870
Style
Single Family Residential
County
DeKalb County
APN
170806400005000022
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Sep 14, 2026.
A2
Agrcultural District
This district is established for agricultural areas and buildings associated with agricultural production; also allows for some small infusion of non-agricultural single-family detached homes in areas where impact on agriculture and rural character is minimal.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Agriculture
Livestock production
Housing-Single unit
Fire house
Police station
Communications tower
Agriculture-Cropland
Agriculture-Grove / orchard / vineyard
Housing-Mobile home park
Property details
Parking
Parking/Garage Information
Has Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 2
Parking Features: Gravel, Detached
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 1
# of Half Bathrooms: 1
# of Main Level Bathrooms: 1
Heating & Cooling
Has Cooling
Cooling: Central Air, Ceiling Fan(s)
Has Heating
Heating: Forced Air, Propane
Interior Features
Interior Features: Pantry
Appliances: Dishwasher, Electric Range, Electric Water Heater, Water Heater
# of Fireplaces: 1
Fireplace Features: None
Room Information
# of Rooms Total: 7
Laundry Features: Washer Hookup, Electric Dryer Hookup, Main Level
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
2/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 101° expected this year, 17 days in 30 years
2/10 Wind Factor
Minor risk of severe winds over next 30 years
3/10 Air Factor
2 unhealthy days expected this year, 3 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Butler, IN • 46721
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Sun exposure
98/ 100
Exceptional sunlight
Sunscore
This home ranks in the top 19% for direct sun exposure in Butler. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
13 hrs
7.9 hrs
JuneDecember
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Estimated sale price
$204,000 – $247,000
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