This charming 1910 Arts and Crafts stucco home on a corner lot in Meridian Kessler feels like a special find - starting with the covered, open-air front porch and a cozy swing, perfect for relaxing any time of day. Inside, it is filled with preserved character, including original nail-faced hardwood floors, built-ins, and leaded glass windows that let natural light into the versatile floor plan, complete with thoughtful improvements for move-in-ready living. Offering 3 bedrooms, 2.5 baths, and over 2,200 square feet of finished living space, it features a spacious main-level primary with en-suite bathroom and two closets, main-level laundry, and a finished daylight basement. Upstairs, you'll find two additional bedrooms with walk-in closets and a spacious second full bath with dual vanities and a tub/shower combo. The kitchen was recently refreshed with new stainless appliances, including a newly plumbed gas range. Other meaningful updates include a high-efficiency Carrier HVAC system with dehumidifying/humidifying integration, a waterproofed basement with an extendable warranty, a 3-year-old water heater, a new roof in 2018, and a new sump with a backup battery. Outside, the corner lot offers versatility: a private fenced backyard with just enough space to relax without taking over your weekends, front-facing native landscaping, and a small deck off the primary suite. A convenient one-car garage is spacious enough for parking and storage. With the library, parks, schools, transit, and neighborhood favorites close by, this is the kind of place where daily life feels a little easier-and a lot more connected. Lovingly updated and completely ready for its next chapter!
Single-familyProperty Type
1910Year Built
4,487 sq ftLot Size
$140Price/Sq.Ft.
1 car garageParking
Listed by Jennifer Melind• Berkshire Hathaway Home
Good living in Meridian-Kessler! This arts and crafts home is cheerful and welcoming with a large, covered front porch with pergola. Fabulous original details abound including face-nailed hardwood floors, glass front built-ins, and crown molding. The updated kitchen is on trend and has ample counter and cabinet space, plus bar seating at the center island. A main level primary bedroom has an en suite bathroom and private deck! For added convenience the laundry is on the main level and the garage is attached! Excellent closet space in all three bedrooms. A well finished basement family room is spacious. The side yard is privacy fenced creating a courtyard effect and boasts a paver patio plus fire pit. Welcome home!
MIBOR as Distributed by MLS Grid #21567888
Aug 3, 2018
Sold
$295,000
$106/sq ft
Jul 12, 2018
Pending
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May 31, 2018
Pending
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May 31, 2018
Listing Removed
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May 24, 2018
Listed
$285,000
$103/sq ft
+27
MERIDIAN-KESSLER 3BR/2.5BA BUNGALOW WITH THE PERFECT COMBINATION OF THOUGHTFUL UPDATES & CHARMING ORIGINAL DETAILS. THIS ONE IS IN OUTSTANDING CONDITION: BEAUTIFUL HARDWOODS, HAND-CRAFTED GORGEOUS BUILT IN BOOKCASES & DINING BUFFET, CROWN MOLDINGS, FRENCH DOORS TO BRIGHT SUNROOM/DEN. STYLISH KITCHEN, GRANITE, CENTER ISLAND, COFFEE BAR, S/S APPLIANCES & SUBWAY TILE. RARE 1ST FLOOR TRUE MASTER SUITE W/HIS & HER CLOSETS, BALCONY, WHIRLPOOL TUB & TILED SHOWER. DRY/WATERPROOFED FINISHED BASEMENT IS HIGH QUALITY LIVING SPACE FOR WORKOUTS, PLAYROOM & NETFLIX. FRONT PORCH IS A+ HANGOUT SPOT PLUS DECK OFF BACK & PRIVATE COURTYARD + FIREPIT. HUGE CLOSETS, ATTIC & PLENTY OF STORAGE. 2018 FULL EXTERIOR PAINT. THIS ONE WILL GO FAST SO COME PREPARED.
MIBOR as Distributed by MLS Grid #21218260
May 13, 2013
Listing Removed
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May 1, 2013
Sold
$168,000
$61/sq ft
Mar 1, 2013
Listed
$174,000
$63/sq ft
MIBOR as Distributed by MLS Grid #21187127
Jan 17, 2013
Listing Removed
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Jul 16, 2012
Listed
$169,000
$61/sq ft
MIBOR as Distributed by MLS Grid #2703205
Jul 7, 2007
Listing Removed
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Jan 14, 2007
Listed
$159,000
$57/sq ft
MIBOR as Distributed by MLS Grid #2652250
Jan 10, 2007
Listing Removed
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Aug 10, 2006
Listed
$189,900
$68/sq ft
MIBOR as Distributed by MLS Grid #2607619
Jul 27, 2006
Listing Removed
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Feb 2, 2006
Listed
$189,900
$68/sq ft
MIBOR as Distributed by MLS Grid #2525427
Apr 28, 2005
Listed
$57,000
$21/sq ft
MIBOR as Distributed by MLS Grid #2214219
Sep 28, 2002
Listing Removed
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Mar 28, 2002
Listed
$87,000
$31/sq ft
MIBOR as Distributed by MLS Grid #2140845
Aug 29, 2001
Listed
$53,500
$19/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$4,460 (+4.8%)
$36,200 + $354,100
$390,300
2024
$4,257 (+2.3%)
$36,200 + $310,800
$347,000
2023
$4,160 (−7.1%)
$36,200 + $310,800
$347,000
2022
$4,480 (+12.2%)
$36,200 + $305,500
$341,700
2021
$3,993 (+10.6%)
$27,200 + $306,900
$334,100
2020
$3,609 (+3.5%)
$27,200 + $306,900
$334,100
2019
$3,486 (+55.2%)
$27,200 + $273,900
$301,100
2018
$2,247 (+8.2%)
$27,200 + $258,100
$285,300
2017
$2,077 (+17.3%)
$27,200 + $161,300
$188,500
2016
$1,770 (+5.9%)
$27,200 + $161,300
$188,500
2015
$1,671 (−12.2%)
$27,200 + $136,300
$163,500
2014
$1,903 (+12.9%)
$27,200 + $126,200
$153,400
2013
$1,685
$27,200 + $149,800
$177,000
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Permits
Beds
3
Baths
2.5
Stories
1.5
Lot width
56 ft.
Lot depth
80 ft.
Lot size
4,478 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
1978
Finished Sq. Ft.
3,441
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
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Total Sq. Ft.
3,441
Year built
1910
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Marion County
APN
490613125054000801
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 29, 2026.
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Dec 11, 2025 • Active
Heating & cooling - 1-2 family
Remove and replace the gas furnace and air conditioner.
HVAC
Aug 30, 2022 • Final
Right of way permit-excavation
Perform an emergency repair of a sewer lateral located in the street in front of the house. Work will be conducted near the northbound lane without affecting the flow of traffic.
Plumbing
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Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
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Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
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7 days above 101° expected this year, 19 days in 30 years
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0% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
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Sun exposure
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Very good sunlight
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