Welcome to the heart of the ’05, where tree-lined streets, front-porch conversations, and timeless bungalows never go out of style. Thoughtfully renovated while keeping its original character, this move-in-ready home strikes the perfect balance between charm and modern convenience. Start your mornings—or end your evenings- on the large front porch, complete with the oversized swing that stays with the home. Inside, natural light fills the spacious living room and flows into the beautifully updated, open-concept kitchen, where modern finishes complement the home’s classic character. Behind the scenes, the heavy lifting has already been done. Over the last five years, the home has seen extensive updates, including new vinyl windows, electrical, plumbing, HVAC, water heater, lighting, paint, and a new privacy fence. Need extra space? The clean, dry basement offers endless possibilities, whether you envision a home gym, workshop, office, or simply plenty of storage. With its blend of old-home soul and modern updates, this bungalow offers more than just a place to live—it offers a chance to be part of one of Fort Wayne’s most beloved '05. Schedule your private tour today and experience the magic of the ’05 for yourself!
Single-familyProperty Type
1930Year Built
4,264 sq ftLot Size
$192Price/Sq.Ft.
1 car garageParking
Listed by Alan Scherer• North Eastern Group Realty
Northside, located between Downtown Fort Wayne and the St. Joseph River, is a historic and walkable Fort Wayne neighborhood with tree-lined streets and classic brick architecture. The neighborhood’s character concentrates around the Wells Street corridor near the Wells Street Bridge, where coffee counters, small galleries, and corner eateries set a steady, lived-in pace. The Fort Wayne Museum of Art and the historic Embassy Theatre anchor the cultural calendar nearby. Residential blocks mix early-20th-century bungalows, foursquares, and tidy apartment buildings with front porches facing mature canopy trees. Riverfront paths and pocket parks shape daily routines, while nearby performance venues and studios keep evenings active. The result is an urban fabric that feels grounded, creative, and connected to the city’s core.
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Market insights
1225 Dodge Ave · $175,000
DAYS ON MARKET
8 days
The average home goes pending in 20 days.
SALE-TO-LIST
99.2%
Most homes are selling 1% below list price.
LIST PRICE
$175,000
Median sale price in this area is $289,232. (65% higher than this home)
PRICE DROP
0 price drops
20% of homes in this area have had a price drop in the past month.
Property details
Interior
Exterior
Finance
Kitchen
Bathroom
Bedroom
Living
Interior features
Ceiling fans
One fireplace (none specified as usable)
Bedrooms
Total of 5 rooms (bedroom count not specified)
Bathrooms
One full bathroom on the main level
Kitchen
Dishwasher
Gas range
Refrigerator
Laundry & utility
Washer
Dryer
Electric dryer hookup
Laundry located on lower level
Heating & cooling
Natural gas forced-air heating
Central air conditioning
Ceiling fan(s) for additional cooling
Exterior features
Covered porch
Home design
Single-family residence (site-built)
Residential property
Parking
Detached 1-car garage
Construction
Wood siding
Concrete perimeter foundation
Above-grade finished area listed (912)
Utilities
Public water
Public sewer
Electricity and solar
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Welcome to the 05'! This beautiful home has been renovated with unique and quality finishes making this home completely move-in ready. First you're greeted with a large spacious porch along with a perfect nap-worthy oversized swing(that stays with the home). Then, step into a spacious and bright living room that flows into a completely updated, open concept, stylish kitchen. Additional updates in the last five years include new vinyl windows, new electrical, new plumbing, new water HVAC, new fence, new lighting, new paint along with a clean & dry basement with plenty of room for storage, workout space or a home office. With a great mix of modern and antique finishes, you won't want to miss out on the best house on the block. Schedule your tour today!
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$1,809 (+8.1%)
$23,000 + $154,900
$177,900
2024
$1,673 (−2.5%)
$23,000 + $133,300
$156,300
2023
$1,715 (+16.2%)
$14,200 + $148,800
$163,000
2022
$1,475 (+215.6%)
$14,200 + $119,100
$133,300
2021
$467 (−65.2%)
$11,000 + $53,600
$64,600
2020
$1,341 (+6.2%)
$11,000 + $50,300
$61,300
2019
$1,263 (+6.7%)
$11,000 + $47,000
$58,000
2018
$1,184 (+14.3%)
$11,000 + $43,000
$54,000
2017
$1,035 (+1.8%)
$11,000 + $35,700
$46,700
2016
$1,017 (+82.9%)
$11,000 + $35,700
$46,700
2015
$556 (−46.4%)
$6,400 + $20,200
$26,600
2013
$1,037
$6,900 + $22,900
$29,800
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Permits
Beds
2
Baths
1
Stories
1
Lot width
41 ft.
Lot depth
104 ft.
Lot size
4,265 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
1981
Finished Sq. Ft.
912
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
—
Total Sq. Ft.
912
Year built
1930
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Allen County
APN
020736253036000074
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 13, 2026.
R1
Single Family Residential District
The Single Family Residential district is intended to create and maintain areas for single family residential uses on individual lots or tracts and to provide for a variety of areas for single family neighborhoods, along with certain additional uses.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Assembly/ meeting place
Housing-Group
Housing-Single unit
Recreation
Jul 17, 2009 • Final
Electrical - residential
Remove and replace the electrical meter base.
Electrical
Electric meter
Jul 17, 2009 • Final
Building - residential
Tear off and replace the roof on a residential building.
Roofing
Permit history is from public records and may be incomplete or inaccurate. Redfin and its agents make no representations about the property condition or permit status. Buyers should independently verify all information.
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 100° 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
Fort Wayne, IN • 46805
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Sun exposure
77/ 100
Good sunlight
Sunscore
There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
8.1 hrs
5.2 hrs
JuneDecember
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Redfin Estimate for 1225 Dodge Ave
$175,181
$181 over list price of $175K
Nearby comparable homes
The Redfin Estimate uses 6 recent nearby sales, priced between $135K to $171K.