Explore urban convenience in this centerally located and charming home located near Lawton Park, dining spots, shopping areas, and downtown attractions. It offers easy access to all the city has to offer. With 3 bedrooms and 2 full baths, this home has been tastefully updated with new paint, flooring, and refreshed bathrooms. There's plenty of living space with the formal living room on the main level and family room with kitchenette upstairs. The full basement is in great condition and offers tons of room for storage or additional living space. The 2 car garage is oversized and won't get cluttered with the additional 12x8 shed. Don't miss out on the chance to make this adorable home yours. Schedule a showing today and experience the comfort and convenience of central Fort Wayne living!
Single-familyProperty Type
1955Year Built
5,680 sq ftLot Size
$157Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by J. Kyle Ness• Ness Bros. Realtors & Auctione
Contact: Off: 260-459-3911
Bought with James Felger• North Eastern Group Realty
Very nice property located in central Fort Wayne not far from Downtown! 3 beds and 2 baths with a bonus room. Sale includes appliances, including dishwasher. Property is currently rented on a month-to-month basis by a long-term housing tenant. Property has been well maintained. Near trails, dining, and shopping. Showings will be limited to Monday/Wednesdays between 4-6pm. Please schedule during those times. Property sold as-is. * * Offer accepted - still allowing showings and accepting back-up offers * *
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$1,475 (+15.3%)
$30,300 + $122,600
$152,900
2024
$1,279 (+10.5%)
$23,500 + $107,300
$130,800
2023
$1,157 (+264.7%)
$13,700 + $111,900
$125,600
2022
$317 (−75.3%)
$7,200 + $51,100
$58,300
2021
$1,286 (+10.2%)
$13,000 + $44,400
$57,400
2020
$1,166 (+5.2%)
$4,900 + $48,400
$53,300
2019
$1,108 (+60.5%)
$4,900 + $46,000
$50,900
2018
$690 (+20.1%)
$3,000 + $28,500
$31,500
2017
$575 (+3.3%)
$2,500 + $23,100
$25,600
2016
$557 (+2.8%)
$2,500 + $23,100
$25,600
2015
$542 (−35.6%)
$3,800 + $22,100
$25,900
2013
$842
$1,900 + $22,300
$24,200
Tax history for 701 Riverside Ave
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$1,475 (+15.3%)
$30,300 + $122,600
$152,900
2024
$1,279 (+10.5%)
$23,500 + $107,300
$130,800
2023
$1,157 (+264.7%)
$13,700 + $111,900
$125,600
2022
$317 (−75.3%)
$7,200 + $51,100
$58,300
2021
$1,286 (+10.2%)
$13,000 + $44,400
$57,400
2020
$1,166 (+5.2%)
$4,900 + $48,400
$53,300
2019
$1,108 (+60.5%)
$4,900 + $46,000
$50,900
2018
$690 (+20.1%)
$3,000 + $28,500
$31,500
2017
$575 (+3.3%)
$2,500 + $23,100
$25,600
2016
$557 (+2.8%)
$2,500 + $23,100
$25,600
2015
$542 (−35.6%)
$3,800 + $22,100
$25,900
2013
$842
$1,900 + $22,300
$24,200
*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
3
Baths
2
Stories
1.8
Lot width
40 ft.
Lot depth
142 ft.
Lot size
5,680 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
1955
Sq. Ft.
1,592
Year built
1955
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Allen County
APN
020736353042000074
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
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HOA Dues
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Garage
—
Features
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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
Jan 8, 2025 • Active
Heating - residential
HVAC
Jul 17, 2009 • Final
Heating - residential
Perform a pressure test on a gas line.
Gas
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: Off Street, Detached
Interior
Virtual Tour
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: Ceiling Fan(s)
Appliances: Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Electric Range
Flooring: Carpet, Tile
# of Fireplaces: 1
Fireplace Features: None
Room Information
# of Rooms Total: 7
Laundry Features: Electric Dryer Hookup, Main Level
Has Basement
Basement Details: Partially Finished
Exterior
Exterior Features
Fencing: Chain Link
Roof: Shingle
Building Information
Above Grade Finished Area: 1,309
# of Stories Total: 1
Construction Materials: Aluminum Siding
Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
Property Features
Other Structures: Shed(s)
Property Information
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Raw Mls Property Sub Type: Site-Built Home
Lot Information
Lot Features: Level
Lot Size Dimensions: 40 x 112
Lot Size Acres: 0.1304
Zoning: R1
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $1,166
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer
Location
Schools Information
School District: Fort Wayne Community
Elementary School: Franke Park
Middle Or Junior School: Lakeside
High School: North Side
Location Information
Directions: North on Spy Run Ave to right on Riverside Ave, home is on the left.
Subdivision Name: L M Jones
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,592
Stories: 1.8
Lot Size: 5,680 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1955
Year Renovated: 1955
County: Allen County
APN: 020736353042000074
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 13, 2026
Other
Listing Information
List AOR: Upstate Alliance of REALTORS
AttributionContact: Off: 260-459-3911
Around this home
Schools
Forest Park Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 0.6mi
4/10
Lakeside Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.1mi
3/10
North Side High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.5mi
3/10
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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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Fort Wayne, IN • 46805
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 10.9 hours in
June and 3.3 hours in December, which is comparable to the
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3.3 hrs
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Estimated sale price
$195,000 – $236,000
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