4 BEDROOM HOME WITH FINISHED MAIN LEVEL & IMMACULATE BASEMENT. No matter what season of life you're in, this home offers comfort, functionality and a fantastic location. All four bedrooms are conveniently located on the finished main level, providing easy everyday living. The unfinished basement is immaculate and ready for your personal touch, whether you envision additional living space, a home gym or a workshop. The oversized 2.5 car garage is equipped with 220-Amp line, perfect for hobbyists, electric vehicles or specialized equipment. Major updates include: * Roof approximately 10-12 years old * Furnace & A/C replaced 2021 Water heater only 9 months old A solid home with great bones, thoughtful updates and room to grow. Appliances stay: Refrigerator, Range, Microwave, Washer and Dryer
Single-familyProperty Type
1959Year Built
6,229 sq ftLot Size
$206Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Tammy Moran• McColly Real Estate
•219-322-5508 (broker)
•schererville@mccolly.com (broker)
Bought with Brian Durkin• @properties/Christie's Intl RE
Est. $1,486 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for 539 S Rensselaer St
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
NIRA MLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #834844
May 7, 2026
Sold
$259,900
$206/sq ft
Mar 23, 2026
Price Changed
$259,900
$206/sq ft
Mar 3, 2026
Listed
$264,900
$210/sq ft
NIRA MLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #130702
May 6, 2005
Listed
$124,900
$99/sq ft
Many newer features including roof, furnace, central air, siding, soffits, gutters, oak raised panel kitchen cabinets, counter tops, ceramic tiled floor in kitchen, most windows, front and rear entry doors, deck, roof, dishwasher and disposal. Full basement, 2 1/2 car garage, private back yard - backs up to the woods. Many newer windows, neutral Berber carpeting, bath tub has been refinished, freshly painted interior. NOTE: Taxes reflect no homestead exemption - seller has filed for and taxes will be significantly reduced per Auditor's office they would be $2,775.00 based on the current tax rate of 4.2770 and a replacement credit of. Seller will credit $1556 to buyer for full year of Homestead Tax.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2024
$2,093 (+11.7%)
$23,000 + $168,500
$191,500
2023
$1,874 (−0.3%)
$23,000 + $157,900
$180,900
2022
$1,879 (+95.1%)
$23,000 + $152,700
$175,700
2021
$963 (+6.0%)
$24,200 + $100,000
$124,200
2020
$908 (−14.8%)
$24,200 + $98,400
$122,600
2019
$1,067 (+43.1%)
$24,200 + $101,600
$125,800
2018
$745 (−2.4%)
$23,300 + $83,600
$106,900
2017
$764 (−14.9%)
$23,300 + $84,800
$108,100
2016
$897 (+12.1%)
$23,300 + $88,900
$112,200
2015
$800 (−45.8%)
$23,200 + $89,500
$112,700
2013
$1,477
$23,300 + $85,000
$108,300
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
4
Baths
1
Stories
1
Lot width
50 ft.
Lot depth
125 ft.
Lot size
6,229
Year renovated
2000
Sq. Ft.
1,260
Year built
1959
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Lake County
APN
451102328012000006
Parking Spaces
2
Basement
Yes
Accessible
No
HOA Dues
—
Garage
Yes
Features
Views
Last updated by owner on Jun 6, 2026.
R2
Single-Family Residence District
The purpose of this article is to establish 2 districts in which single-family residential use may take place, and to identify other compatible allowable uses, as well as transitional uses and use variances, which may be allowed under certain circumstances and with limitations as, identified hereinafter.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Greenhouse / nursery
Community / recreation center
Religious facility
Housing-Single unit
Educational/school
Library
Recreation
Communications tower
Park & open space
Planned unit development (pud)
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Parking Features: Detached, On Street, Garage Faces Rear, Off Street
Gararge Information
Has Garage(s)
Garage Spaces: 2.5
Interior
Bathroom Information
Bathrooms Full: 1
Heating & Cooling
Cooling: Central Air, Ceiling Fan(s)
Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
Interior Features
Laundry Features: Gas Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup, Lower Level
Interior Features: Ceiling Fan(s),None,Pantry
Appliances: Built-In Gas Range, Washer, Refrigerator, Microwave, Gas Water Heater, Gas Range, Dishwasher, Dryer