Privacy, space, and lake access come together at 1080 North Shore Drive in Rome City on Sylvan Lake. Situated on approximately . 88 wooded acres, this spacious ranch offers four oversized bedrooms, three large bathrooms, an attached three-car garage, a 30 x 40 detached pole building, and approximately 141.45 feet of lake frontage. Enjoy easy access to Sylvan Lake through the deep, wide, recently dredged channel, along with your own pier and private boat ramp. Sylvan Lake is a 669-acre all-sports lake known for its scenic shoreline, island views, and destinations such as Boy Scout Island with public walking trails. Inside, the home offers an open and comfortable layout with plenty of room to spread out. The bright main level features rich cherry hardwood floors and a spacious living area centered around a newer wood-burning stove with an updated tile surround. The kitchen offers cherry cabinetry, brand-new quartz countertops, an updated backsplash, and plenty of space for everyday living or entertaining. A movable kitchen island provides additional flexibility and can easily be repositioned or removed depending on how you want to use the space. Two oversized bedrooms are located on the main level, with two additional large, newly finished bedrooms in the walkout lower level. Three of the four bedrooms include walk-in closets, and the home features three generously sized bathrooms with marble-topped vanities and marble flooring. Downstairs, the finished walkout basement adds a second living area, new finishes, and a brand-new wet bar, creating a great setup for guests, entertaining, or simply giving everyone their own space. Brand-new carpet, updated tile flooring, and fresh paint throughout give the home a clean, move-in-ready feel. Outside, mature trees and nearly an acre of ground provide a sense of privacy while still keeping the lake within easy reach. The lot gently slopes toward the water, where a newer stone retaining wall and waterfront patio area provide another place to relax and enjoy the setting. An elevated deck offers additional outdoor living space for quiet evenings or gathering with friends and family. With direct ski-lake access, substantial garage and storage space, a private boat ramp, pier, and plenty of room both inside and out, 1080 North Shore Drive offers a versatile way to enjoy life at Sylvan Lake.
Sylvan Lake: 1080 North Shore Drive, Rome City Nestled on 1.875 acres of secluded water frontage, this one owner home built in 1080 sits center stage on Sylvan Lake Indiana’s premier all sports playground offering sunup to sundown recreational activity and some of the best Walleye fishing. With 16 miles of shoreline and 669 acres of crystal water, Sylvan is Noble County’s BEST recreational lake. Pull into the large gravel drive to discover a private sprawling ranch-style home with a triple garage and ample parking perfect for lake toys and guests. Enjoy the mature shade trees to help provide privacy and shade during the hot summer months. Inside, the open-concept main level showcases wide-plank hardwoods, a nicely appointed kitchen with a movable island, deep farm sink, cherry cabinetry, stainless appliances, and walls of windows framing the lush and green backyard from the elevated view. Downstairs, the walkout basement awaits game nights, movie marathons, or transforming into a family retreat all wrapped into a nearly finished drywalled almost entirely for your dreams to become reality and plumbed for a third bathroom. Quick recap of quick facts: 3 bedrooms, 2 full baths, 1,760 finished sq ft main level, Triple attached garage + detached workshop or toy storage waiting for you to pour a slab of concrete if you desire (which is why the overhead doors do not go all the way down), mostly finished lower level waiting for your ideas to complete your dream private Sylvan Lake Home, Just 45 minutes from Fort Wayne, 2½ hours from Chicago, and under 2 hours to Indy, Close to Gene Stratton Porter State Historic Site and Big Island nature trails. Why Sylvan Lake? Sylvan Lake is more than recreation, its community. Annual boat parades, fishing tournaments, public boat launch, island trails, and the historic cabin at “Wildflower Woods” make this the crown jewel of Noble County, whether you crave peaceful mornings, family gatherings, or unforgettable weekends with friends, or keep this property jist for yourself if you happen to just want to live your life alone. Sylvan Lake does not discriminate, but this lakefront private gem delivers.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2024
$5,600 (+4.5%)
$188,800 + $491,400
$680,200
2023
$5,356 (−3.8%)
$171,700 + $458,500
$630,200
2022
$5,567 (+3.3%)
$163,500 + $452,000
$615,500
2021
$5,391 (+18.7%)
$169,400 + $397,200
$566,600
2020
$4,541 (+2.0%)
$169,400 + $258,100
$427,500
2019
$4,450 (−61.3%)
$169,400 + $247,200
$416,600
2018
$11,487
$327,200 + $238,300
$565,500
Public record
Beds
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Baths
1
Stories
1
Lot width
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Lot depth
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Lot size
1.74 Acres
Year renovated
2016
Finished Sq. Ft.
1,760
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
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Total Sq. Ft.
1,760
Year built
2016
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Noble County
APN
570415400023000011
Parking Spaces
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Basement
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Accessible
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HOA Dues
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Garage
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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
2/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 100° expected this year, 16 days in 30 years
2/10 Wind Factor
Minor risk of severe winds over next 30 years
2/10 Air Factor
1 unhealthy days expected this year, 2 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Rome City, IN • 46784
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Sun exposure
92/ 100
Exceptional sunlight
Sunscore
This home receives average direct sun exposure in Rome City. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
9.8 hrs
6.2 hrs
JuneDecember
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Redfin Estimate for 1080 North Shore Dr
$708,925
$16K under list price of $725K
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