Welcome to 1002 N. Alden Road in the desirable University Heights neighborhood! This spacious 5-bedroom, 3.5-bath home offers over 3,200 square feet of living space with a flexible floor plan perfect for growing families or multi-generational living. Recent updates give this home a fresh, modern feel, including beautiful granite countertops, new luxury vinyl plank flooring, updated lighting, and fresh paint throughout. The main level features a private primary suite with an updated tiled walk-in shower, plus an additional bedroom that's ideal for a home office or guest room. Upstairs, you'll find a second primary suite with its own private bath and adjoining sitting room or office, along with generously sized bedrooms featuring new carpet and abundant closet space. The inviting family room flows into a bright four-seasons room, creating the perfect space to relax or entertain year-round. Additional highlights include a partial basement offering endless storage or future finishing potential, a newer tankless water heater, a detached garage, and a convenient location close to Ball State University, shopping, dining, parks, and schools. With its generous living space, tasteful updates, versatile floor plan, and sought-after location, this move-in-ready home is a rare opportunity you won't want to miss!
University Heights, located between Ball State University and Minnetrista, is a residential and academic Muncie neighborhood with tree-lined streets and early-20th-century homes. The neighborhood’s character concentrates along W University Ave near McKinley Ave, where campus-foot-traffic meets coffee counters, casual bites, and small storefronts. Brick Tudors, Craftsman bungalows, and tidy apartment courts set a collegiate streetscape with deep porches and mature canopy. Cardinal Greenway segments and nearby riverside paths shape a walk-and-bike rhythm. Corner taverns and local eateries keep evenings low-key, while campus arts and lectures add a steady cultural pulse.
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Offer insights
1002 N Alden Rd · $289,900
$289K and above
75% chance or better to win
Why $289K+ is a strong offer
DAYS ON MARKET
60 days
The average home goes pending in 19 days.
SALE-TO-LIST
96.8%
Most homes are selling 3% below list price.
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Property details
Interior
Exterior
Finance
Kitchen
Bathroom
Bedroom
Living
Interior features
Walk-in closets
Entrance foyer
Breakfast bar
Open floorplan
Stone counters
Primary suite on main level
One fireplace (none specified as functional feature)
Bedrooms
Primary bedroom located on the main level
Bathrooms
3 full bathrooms
1 half bathroom
2 bathrooms located on the main level
Kitchen
Dishwasher
Microwave
Refrigerator
Electric range
Stone countertops
Laundry & utility
Washer hookup
Electric dryer hookup
Main level laundry
Tankless water heater
Flooring
Carpet
Vinyl
Stone
Heating & cooling
Natural gas heating
Forced air heating
Central air conditioning
Exterior features
Deck
Covered porch
Porch
Level landscaped yard
Home design
Single-family residential, site-built home
Vinyl siding
Shingle roof
Parking
Detached garage with 1 garage space
Garage door opener
Concrete parking
Security
Smoke detectors
Construction
Vinyl siding construction
Partial basement with crawl space and sump pump
Utilities
Public water
Public sewer
Cable available
HOA & community
No association amenities
Other
Subdivision: University Heights
Electricity and solar
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Nearly 3300 sf in this beautiful and spacious 5 br, 3.5 bath home in University Heights! Primary BR on main floor with en suite with walk in tiled shower and W/ D hookup. 5th BR is also on main floor. Nice dry full basement with new tankless water heater. There is another primary on upper floor with en suite and connecting office area. Other BR's are huge with large closets/storage and hardwood flooring. A cozy electric fireplace in a large family room along with a beautiful four seasons room to enjoy your new space. Full Home Warranty Included!
MIBOR as Distributed by MLS Grid #21958313
May 15, 2024
Sold
$169,900
$52/sq ft
May 2, 2024
Pending
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Apr 23, 2024
Relisted
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Apr 22, 2024
Price Changed
$169,900
$52/sq ft
Apr 2, 2024
Pending
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Mar 16, 2024
Price Changed
$229,000
$71/sq ft
Feb 26, 2024
Price Changed
$239,500
$74/sq ft
Jan 17, 2024
Price Changed
$249,500
$77/sq ft
Jan 2, 2024
Listed
$259,500
$80/sq ft
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Amazing Opportunity!!! Almost 3300 sf in this beautiful and spacious 5 br, 3.5 bath home in popular University Heights! Primary BR on main floor with en suite with walk in tiled shower and W/D hookup. 5th BR is also on main floor or could be an office or craft room. Nice basement with new tankless water heater. There is another primary on upper floor with en suite and connecting office area. Other BR's are large with deep closets/storage and original hardwood flooring. A beautiful tiled four seasons room to enjoy your new space. Full Home Warranty Included! This is being sold "As Is".
IRMLS #202400134
Jan 2, 2024
Listed
$259,500
$80/sq ft
IRMLS #202327538
Oct 20, 2023
Price Changed
$259,900
$80/sq ft
Oct 9, 2023
Price Changed
$274,500
$85/sq ft
Aug 29, 2023
Price Changed
$279,500
$86/sq ft
Aug 15, 2023
Price Changed
$289,900
$89/sq ft
Aug 15, 2023
Price Changed
$289,000
$89/sq ft
Aug 4, 2023
Listed
$299,000
$92/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2024
$2,840 (+8.5%)
$16,600 + $256,600
$273,200
2023
$2,617 (+7.8%)
$16,600 + $234,300
$250,900
2022
$2,428 (+10.3%)
$16,600 + $215,400
$232,000
2021
$2,201 (+17.5%)
$15,400 + $193,900
$209,300
2020
$1,874 (+7.7%)
$15,000 + $161,600
$176,600
2019
$1,740 (+11.4%)
$13,600 + $149,600
$163,200
2018
$1,562 (−3.6%)
$13,600 + $131,800
$145,400
2017
$1,620 (+4.7%)
$13,400 + $137,800
$151,200
2016
$1,548 (+5.1%)
$12,700 + $131,300
$144,000
2015
$1,473 (−50.3%)
$12,700 + $127,400
$140,100
2013
$2,965
$12,600 + $129,500
$142,100
Public record
Beds
4
Baths
2.5
Stories
2.5
Lot width
600 ft.
Lot depth
1 ft.
Lot size
7,140 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
1961
Finished Sq. Ft.
3,244
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
—
Total Sq. Ft.
3,244
Year built
1954
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Delaware County
APN
181108158004000003
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
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Last updated by owner on Jul 8, 2026.
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, 18 days in 30 years
2/10 Wind Factor
1% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
3/10 Air Factor
2 unhealthy days expected this year, 3 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Muncie, IN • 47304
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Sun exposure
92/ 100
Exceptional sunlight
Sunscore
This home receives average direct sun exposure in Muncie. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
9.6 hrs
5.5 hrs
JuneDecember
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Redfin Estimate for 1002 N Alden Rd
$282,827
$7,073 under list price of $290K
Nearby comparable homes
The Redfin Estimate uses 6 recent nearby sales, priced between $265K to $385K.