Price REDUCED for quick sale! UNIQUE 1948 Mid Century Sprawling Ranch takes center stage on this 1.5 acre-wooded-southwest Fort Wayne lot. If you desire the unordinary, this is the one! Not a cookie cutter design. This unique residence offers delightful retro style, that's hard to find. Enter through the black iron gates among the tall timbers. The delightful * Mid Century Modern features a wonderful covered porch, supported by 5 massive columns, each represents the sons of a previous owner. Living room offers bay windows on the south wall an awesome formal style gas log fireplace, on the north wall. Open the pocket doors to enhance an open floor plan style. Private owners suite will surprise you! A Japanese hot soaking tub with it's own heating system! Plus 3 closets, a dressing room and full bath. Over 2800 square feet of living space at ground level! Plus another 1600 square feet in the very dry basement, complete with third full bath. Coming back to the main level there is so much more that this property has to offer. .. 3 additional bedrooms and the third full bathroom sets off to the east wing of the manor. Den has yet another warm gas log fireplace for your pleasure. Custom built-in shelving with desk and media center, flank the fireplace. The huge 19 x 15 dining room offers space enough for large gatherings. Sunny windows and large sliding doors offer an abundance of natural light. A massive brick patio surrounds a refreshing tiered water fountain. Retro kitchen features stainless steel counter tops original painted hardwood cabinets and tile floors. Dishwasher, side-by-side refrigerator, gas range /oven are included. Multiple zoned gas hot water heating system and central air conditioning maintain comfortable temperature in all seasons. Huge gathering room off the kitchen opens onto the screened porch. The 33x20 garage accommodates 2 automobiles plus a work shop and additional storage space for tools or toys. Carport! Garden shed in the back yard. Have you ever owned a Japanese Tea House? Yes, we have a Tea house, too. It sets under the soaring shade trees that offer a cool retreat on hot summer days. Deer, squirrel and a verity of birds are but a few of the abundance of wildlife you are sure to enjoy on your private grounds. Roof was replaced only 3 years ago, complete tear-off. Entire attic is floored offering tons of storage space. No association rules or fees, here! Private retreat awaits new owners! Call today for you private tour.
Single-familyProperty Type
1948Year Built
1.5 acresLot Size
$102Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Deborah Sanders• North Eastern Group Realty
*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
Permits
Beds
4
Baths
3
Stories
1
Lot width
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Lot depth
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Lot size
1.48 Acres
Year renovated
1948
Sq. Ft.
2,780
Year built
1948
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Allen County
APN
021208377013000074
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
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Last updated by owner on Jul 13, 2026.
RP
AOD
Planned Residential District
The Planned Residential district is intended to create areas for mixed residential uses. The purpose of this district is to permit residential and other compatible nonresidential uses, where adequate public facilities are available.
Zone overlays
Airport Overlay District
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Assembly/ meeting place
Housing-Group
Housing-Single unit
Housing-Multiple units
Housing-Senior
Recreation
Jun 30, 2021 • Final
Plumbing - residential
Replace a gas water heater.
Plumbing
Water heater
Apr 14, 2011 • Final
Building - residential
Tear off the existing roofing material and install a new roof.
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.
Property details
Parking
Parking/Garage Information
Has Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 2
Parking Features: Asphalt, Off Street, Detached
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 3
# of Main Level Bathrooms: 2
Heating & Cooling
Has Cooling
Cooling: Central Air
Has Heating
Heating: Natural Gas, Hot Water
Interior Features
Appliances: Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Gas Range, Dryer
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces: 2
Fireplace Features: Family Room, Living Room
Room Information
# of Rooms Total: 10
Laundry Features: In Basement
Has Basement
Basement Details: Full
Exterior
Exterior Features
Roof: Asphalt
Building Information
Above Grade Finished Area: 2,840
Below Grade Finished Area: 1,664
# of Stories Total: 1
Construction Materials: Wood Siding
Property Information
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Raw Mls Property Sub Type: Site-Built Home
Lot Information
Lot Features: Rolling Slope
Lot Size Dimensions: 188 x 470 x 150 x 398
Lot Size Acres: 1.5
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $2,300
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer
Location
Schools Information
School District: Fort Wayne Community
Elementary School: Lindley
Middle Or Junior School: Portage
High School: Wayne
Location Information
Directions: Covington Road East of Smith and West of Ardmore
Subdivision Name: West Wood / Westwood
Public facts
Beds: 4
Baths: 3.0
Sq. Ft.: 2,780
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 1.48 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1948
Year Renovated: 1948
County: Allen County
APN: 021208377013000074
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 13, 2026
Other
Listing Information
List AOR: Upstate Alliance of REALTORS
AttributionContact: Cell: 260-740-6679
Around this home
Schools
Lindley Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 0.7mi
4/10
Portage Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 0.9mi
6/10
Wayne High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 5.4mi
2/10
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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 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 • 46804
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 11 hours in
June and 3.3 hours in December, which is comparable to the
U.S. average for solar exposure.
11 hrs
3.3 hrs
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Estimated sale price
$438,000 – $530,000
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