Truly a charming 1927 cottage bungalow! Located on a brick street surrounded by architecturally great homes off of Greenleaf Blvd in Elkhart--this home is sure to please those who can appreciate a historic style home with modern flare! This all brick home features 4 total bedrooms with 3 full baths. The main floor features: living room with gas fireplace surrounded by bookshelves & leaded glass stained windows, 4 season room with French doors, dining room, kitchen with white cabinetry/tile backsplash & breakfast area, 2 bedrooms & full bath w/ new tile shower surround. Hardwood floors throughout the main floor. The upper level has knotty pine walls that create a quant feel in the 2 bedrooms. There is a full bath w/ tub--perfect for an hour of relaxation, plus cozy dormer cutouts for hide & seek. A finished lower level has tons of space for creativity or playing! Family room with wood burning stove, recreation room with pool table, spool card table & mini beverage refrigerator will all remain for your enjoyment! 3rd full bathroom with washer & dryer included! Tandem 2 car garage plus workshop all on nearly a 1/2 acre lot. Spring will be the unveiling of the charming landscape, babbling brook, wooded area, above ground pool, patios space and beautiful side yard. Two additional surprises for your pleasure~ large screened in porch, perfect for summer nights while listening to the creek; Shed with new drywall & plank flooring waits for you to install. There are endless opportunities for this space (fun bunkhouse; mancave; she/he shed; home office. .. .ect). Pre-approved buyers only please.
Single-familyProperty Type
1920Year Built
9,540 sq ftLot Size
$135Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Mary Dale• Coldwell Banker Real Estate Group
This charming 1927 bungalow is located just off Greenleaf Blvd in a park-like setting offering a ? acre of spectacular gardens, a babbling creek, and a delightful creekside cottage on the edge of the woods that would make the perfect guest house, she-cave or storage area! Step inside, and you will feel as though you have stepped back in time into a breathtaking cottage oozing with charm and character! Hardwood floors throughout the entire main floor were made from trees growing before Abraham Lincoln was President. Walls have been removed to open the floor plan to accommodate modern living. 4 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms with a large lower level finished family room complete with a coffee bar, pool table and home office make this the perfect home for a family or couple who want lots of living and working space. Upstairs enjoy the 2 large bedrooms and bathroom with knotty pine walls offering a cabin feel. Roast hotdogs and marshmallows outside in the creekside fire pit or play a game of basketball on your private back yard court. Take a nap to the soothing sound of the water on your very own screened porch. At night enjoy the gardens w/ LED lighting that add warmth and beauty! Love to do woodworking? There is also a large workshop just waiting for you, too! This stunning creekside bungalow is a one of a kind treasure! Welcome Home!
IRMLS #201738817
Aug 20, 2017
Listed
$249,900
$95/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$3,225 (−3.0%)
$14,900 + $332,300
$347,200
2024
$3,325 (−5.9%)
$14,900 + $312,100
$327,000
2023
$3,533 (+2.7%)
$14,900 + $299,400
$314,300
2022
$3,439 (+24.3%)
$14,900 + $290,400
$305,300
2021
$2,767 (+8.7%)
$14,900 + $231,200
$246,100
2020
$2,546 (−2.7%)
$14,900 + $198,200
$213,100
2019
$2,618 (+5.5%)
$14,900 + $200,800
$215,700
2018
$2,482 (+43.8%)
$13,300 + $189,500
$202,800
2017
$1,727 (−0.1%)
$13,300 + $123,400
$136,700
2016
$1,729 (+6.5%)
$13,300 + $123,400
$136,700
2015
$1,624 (−3.7%)
$13,300 + $116,400
$129,700
2013
$1,687
$13,300 + $100,200
$113,500
Tax history for 725 Violet Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$3,225 (−3.0%)
$14,900 + $332,300
$347,200
2024
$3,325 (−5.9%)
$14,900 + $312,100
$327,000
2023
$3,533 (+2.7%)
$14,900 + $299,400
$314,300
2022
$3,439 (+24.3%)
$14,900 + $290,400
$305,300
2021
$2,767 (+8.7%)
$14,900 + $231,200
$246,100
2020
$2,546 (−2.7%)
$14,900 + $198,200
$213,100
2019
$2,618 (+5.5%)
$14,900 + $200,800
$215,700
2018
$2,482 (+43.8%)
$13,300 + $189,500
$202,800
2017
$1,727 (−0.1%)
$13,300 + $123,400
$136,700
2016
$1,729 (+6.5%)
$13,300 + $123,400
$136,700
2015
$1,624 (−3.7%)
$13,300 + $116,400
$129,700
2013
$1,687
$13,300 + $100,200
$113,500
*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
50 ft.
Lot depth
191 ft.
Lot size
9,548 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
1920
Sq. Ft.
4,002
Year built
1920
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Elkhart County
APN
200233451001000027
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
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HOA Dues
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Garage
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Features
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Last updated by owner on Aug 13, 2026.
R-1
One-Family Dwelling District
The R-1 District is designed to provide for the lowest density single-family residential development requiring larger lot width and area. The intent is to protect and conserve existing and future residential development, particularly in more recently developed areas.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Housing-Single unit
Housing-Other
Fire house
Police station
Housing-Mobile home park
Property details
Parking
Parking/Garage Information
Has Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 2
Parking Features: Garage Door Opener, Concrete, Off Street, Garage, Tandem
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 3
# of Main Level Bathrooms: 1
Heating & Cooling
Has Cooling
Cooling: Attic Fan, Window Unit(s)
Has Heating
Heating: Natural Gas, Hot Water
Interior Features
Interior Features: Eat-in Kitchen, Natural Woodwork, Laminate Counters, Built-in Features
Window Features: Skylight(s), Blinds
Appliances: Disposal, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Water Softener Owned, Electric Range, Gas Water Heater, Dryer, Water Heater
Flooring: Hardwood, Carpet
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces: 1
Fireplace Features: Living Room, Gas Log, Free Standing
Room Information
# of Rooms Total: 12
Laundry Features: Washer Hookup, Gas Dryer Hookup, In Basement
Has Basement
Basement Details: Finished, Full
Exterior
Exterior Features
Patio And Porch Features: Patio, Screened, Porch
Fencing: Wood
Roof: Asphalt, Shingle
Pool Information
Has Private Pool
Pool Features: Above Ground
Building Information
Above Grade Finished Area: 1,380
Below Grade Finished Area: 1,242
# of Stories Total: 1
Construction Materials: Brick
Foundation Details: Block
Property Features
On Waterfront
Waterfront Features: Creek
Has View
Security Features: Smoke Detector(s)
Property Information
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Raw Mls Property Sub Type: Site-Built Home
Lot Information
Lot Features: Sloped, Level, Landscaped, Wooded, Views, Waterfront
Frontage Type: Waterfront
Lot Size Dimensions: 50 x 191
Lot Size Acres: 0.22
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $2,895.90
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer
Location
Schools Information
School District: Elkhart Community Schools
Elementary School: Beardsley
Middle Or Junior School: North Side
High School: Elkhart
Location Information
Directions: Violet Road is between Greenleaf & Beardsley Ave; (located within city limits)
Subdivision Name: None
Community Information
Community Features: Sidewalks
Public facts
Beds: 4
Baths: 3.0
Sq. Ft.: 4,002
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 9,548 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1920
Year Renovated: 1920
County: Elkhart County
APN: 200233451001000027
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 13, 2026
Other
Listing Information
List AOR: Elkhart County BOR
AttributionContact: Office: 574-522-2822
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Schools
Beardsley Elementary School
Public PreK-6 • Assigned • 0.4mi
4/10
North Side Middle School
Public 7-8 • Assigned • 1.0mi
5/10
Elkhart High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 3.0mi
3/10
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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
2/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 101° expected this year, 16 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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Estimated sale price
$336,000 – $406,000
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