This charming 3-bedroom, 1.5-bath home offers a welcoming flow beginning with a large, spacious living room at the front of the home, followed by two main-level bedrooms and a spacious kitchen featuring terra-cotta tile flooring, a convenient main-floor laundry room, and a mudroom just off the side entrance. Toward the back of the home is an expansive recreation space highlighted by an electric fireplace, perfect for relaxing or entertaining, while the upper level is dedicated to a very spacious primary bedroom offering added privacy. Outside, the home showcases unique curb appeal and character, situated on a desirable double lot with a large side yard and a detached two-car garage, providing ample outdoor space and functionality. Don't miss the opportunity to own this charming home, conveniently located near town with easy access to local amenities!
Home Sweet Home! This adorable and affordable home has a charming country feel, and it is also conveniently located close to bustling downtown area and other attractions. Nice living room with vaulted ceilings and a fireplace, quality hardwood flooring, built-in shelves are some of the nice features of this house. Outside area feels like a fairy tail with its cute pathways, a tree house, and a charming arbor swing. Spacious insulated 24 x 24 detached garage with an attached storage area allows for extra space if needed. Home requires some TLC but it is truly a gem. WELCOME HOME!
NIRA MLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #375486
Dec 2, 2015
Sold
$67,000
$46/sq ft
Jul 2, 2015
Listed
$69,900
$48/sq ft
+5
This well kept, neat home has a great country feel in an in-town location just a minute from downtown La Porte shopping and dining. Three bedrooms and two baths with natural wood trim and doors. Featuring an attractive living room with a fireplace and vaulted ceiling, Dining room and office/computer room. Tile and hardwood flooring though out. The garage has work benches and is insulated and has heaters for those winter projects. The yard has several patios and a tree house in back with a storage shed and arbor swing. New privacy fence was installed in the back yard. Home Warranty is included. Make your appointment today!
NIRA MLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #356417
Dec 31, 2014
Listing Removed
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Aug 13, 2014
Listed
$79,900
$55/sq ft
NIRA MLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #338843
Jul 31, 2014
Listing Removed
—
Oct 18, 2013
Listed
$79,900
$55/sq ft
NIRA MLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #261126
Mar 8, 2011
Sold
$80,000
$55/sq ft
Mar 31, 2010
Listed
$88,000
$60/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$466 (−32.4%)
$20,600 + $52,200
$72,800
2024
$689 (+3.2%)
$20,600 + $59,800
$80,400
2023
$668 (−24.8%)
$17,200 + $59,800
$77,000
2022
$888 (+3.7%)
$17,200 + $72,200
$89,400
2021
$856 (−2.9%)
$17,200 + $69,000
$86,200
2020
$882 (−3.0%)
$16,800 + $72,000
$88,800
2019
$909 (+30.9%)
$16,800 + $69,900
$86,700
2018
$695 (+7.2%)
$16,800 + $69,900
$86,700
2017
$648 (−14.9%)
$13,000 + $68,500
$81,500
2016
$761 (+0.8%)
$13,000 + $68,500
$81,500
2015
$755 (+35.8%)
$12,900 + $65,500
$78,400
2013
$556
$12,900 + $62,800
$75,700
Tax history for 1212 Ridge St
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$466 (−32.4%)
$20,600 + $52,200
$72,800
2024
$689 (+3.2%)
$20,600 + $59,800
$80,400
2023
$668 (−24.8%)
$17,200 + $59,800
$77,000
2022
$888 (+3.7%)
$17,200 + $72,200
$89,400
2021
$856 (−2.9%)
$17,200 + $69,000
$86,200
2020
$882 (−3.0%)
$16,800 + $72,000
$88,800
2019
$909 (+30.9%)
$16,800 + $69,900
$86,700
2018
$695 (+7.2%)
$16,800 + $69,900
$86,700
2017
$648 (−14.9%)
$13,000 + $68,500
$81,500
2016
$761 (+0.8%)
$13,000 + $68,500
$81,500
2015
$755 (+35.8%)
$12,900 + $65,500
$78,400
2013
$556
$12,900 + $62,800
$75,700
*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
Beds
3
Baths
2
Stories
1.5
Lot width
72 ft.
Lot depth
120 ft.
Lot size
8,640 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
1870
Sq. Ft.
1,455
Year built
1870
Style
Single Family Residential
County
LaPorte County
APN
461001126010000043
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
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Last updated by owner on Sep 23, 2026.
R1D
Residence District
The R1D Single Family Residential District is established to include urban neighborhoods with small lots. This district will include single family and two family dwellings. Certain other institutional, social and recreational uses are also included in this district, such as schools, child care and recreational uses. The intent is to maintain and enhance traditional, walkable, pedestrian-oriented neighborhoods and to provide for urban infill development that is of a form and character consistent with established historic neighborhoods. The R1D is only intended for incorporated areas of cities where all necessary utilities and community services are available to serve a higher density population
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Livestock production
Garden center
Housing-Group
Housing-Single unit
Housing-Multiple units
Public service
Educational/school
Library
Museum / gallery
Park & open space
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Parking Features: Detached, On Street, Additional Parking, Off Street
Gararge Information
Has Garage(s)
Garage Spaces: 2
Interior
Bathroom Information
Bathrooms Full: 1
Bathrooms Half: 1
Heating & Cooling
Cooling: Central Air
Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
Interior Features
Laundry Features: Gas Dryer Hookup, Washer Hookup
Has Fireplace(s)
Fireplaces Total: 1
Fireplace Features: Electric
Interior Features: Vaulted Ceiling(s)
Appliances: Dryer, Washer, Refrigerator, Gas Range
Flooring: Carpet, Tile
Room Information
Rooms Total: 8
Room Type(s): Bedroom 2, Primary Bedroom, Living Room, Laundry, Kitchen, Family Room, Bedroom 3
Has Basement
Basement: Other
Exterior
Exterior Features
Window Features: Insulated Windows
View: Neighborhood
Security Features: Other
Pool Features: None
Patio And Porch Features: Other
Exterior Features: Other
Other Structures: Garage(s)
Construction Materials: Other
Roof: Shingle
Living Area
Living Area: 1,455
Living Area Source: Assessor
Upper Level Finished Sq.Ft.: 360.00
Main Level Finished Sq.Ft.: 1,095
Basement Level Finished Sq.Ft.: 0.00
Above Grade Finished Area: 1,455
Property Information
Year Built: 1870
Accessibility Features YN: No
Levels: One and One Half
Lot Information
Lot Size Source: Assessor
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Legal Description: 05-10-01-126-010 W J W 1ST LT 6 BLK 1
Tax Annual Amount: $770
Tax Year: 2024
Utilities
Utilities Information
Utilities: Electricity Connected, Water Connected, Sewer Connected, Natural Gas Connected
Water Source: Public
Electric: 100 Amp Service
Sewer: Public Sewer
Location
Multi-Unit Information
Occupant Type(s): Owner
School Information
High School District: La Porte
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,455
Stories: 1.5
Lot Size: 8,640 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1870
Year Renovated: 1870
County: LaPorte County
APN: 461001126010000043
Home facts updated by county records on Sep 23, 2026
Other
Auction Information
Auction YN: No
Around this home
Schools
Lincoln Elementary School
Public PreK-4 • Assigned • 0.3mi
3/10
Laporte High School
Public PreK-12 • Assigned • 0.8mi
6/10
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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
2/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 99° expected this year, 15 days in 30 years
2/10 Wind Factor
Minor risk of severe winds over next 30 years
2/10 Air Factor
2 unhealthy days expected this year, 2 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
La Porte, IN • 46350
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 10.3 hours in
June and 3.1 hours in December, placing it below the
U.S. average for solar exposure.
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Estimated sale price
$213,000 – $258,000
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