This updated ranch in a peaceful area has a country feel with just under 1 acre of land within minutes of shopping in South Bend and close the interstate and North Liberty. The home has had major updates to include new siding and patios in front and back, 3 bedrooms, refinished hardwood floors in the living room and 2 of the bedrooms, new electrical, renovated kitchen with new oven/range, new washer and dryer, new water heater, new well and well pump (no city water bills to worry about), and a wood pellet stove that supplements the electric baseboard heating to keep you cozy. The garage features new garage doors for the two-car garage and a new roof. The fenced-in backyard helps make this home a great spot to pursue hobbies, relax, and enjoy time outside.
Single-familyProperty Type
1950Year Built
0.8 acresLot Size
$162Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Marybeth Hoopengarner• Cressy & Everett - South Bend
Contact: Cell: 574-299-6795
Bought with Jessica Verzatt• Coldwell Banker Real Estate Group
Move in ready, charming ranch with one car garage. New roof replaced in 2018 and new Osmosis water system! Fresh paint throughout this spacious living area with hardwood and Vinyl flooring. Make your appointment to see it today!!
NIRA MLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #402463
Dec 29, 2016
Listing Removed
—
Sep 28, 2016
Listed
$62,900
$50/sq ft
NIRA MLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #390429
Sep 29, 2016
Listing Removed
—
Mar 28, 2016
Listed
$62,900
$50/sq ft
IRMLS #201613238
Mar 29, 2016
Listed
$69,900
$55/sq ft
NIRA MLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #250089
May 1, 2010
Listing Removed
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Oct 11, 2009
Listed
$79,000
$63/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$1,101 (+6.8%)
$63,700 + $89,700
$153,400
2024
$1,031 (−7.8%)
$63,700 + $89,700
$153,400
2023
$1,118 (−1.8%)
$63,700 + $89,700
$153,400
2022
$1,139 (+22.2%)
$63,700 + $71,900
$135,600
2021
$932 (+1.1%)
$63,700 + $64,800
$128,500
2020
$922 (+23.3%)
$46,500 + $58,800
$105,300
2019
$748 (−63.0%)
$45,300 + $60,400
$105,700
2018
$2,022 (+40.2%)
$42,700 + $57,000
$99,700
2017
$1,442 (+28.4%)
$40,400 + $23,400
$63,800
2016
$1,123 (+13.7%)
$40,400 + $23,400
$63,800
2015
$988 (+1.6%)
$20,200 + $20,800
$41,000
2013
$972
$17,600 + $18,100
$35,700
Tax history for 25830 Kern Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$1,101 (+6.8%)
$63,700 + $89,700
$153,400
2024
$1,031 (−7.8%)
$63,700 + $89,700
$153,400
2023
$1,118 (−1.8%)
$63,700 + $89,700
$153,400
2022
$1,139 (+22.2%)
$63,700 + $71,900
$135,600
2021
$932 (+1.1%)
$63,700 + $64,800
$128,500
2020
$922 (+23.3%)
$46,500 + $58,800
$105,300
2019
$748 (−63.0%)
$45,300 + $60,400
$105,700
2018
$2,022 (+40.2%)
$42,700 + $57,000
$99,700
2017
$1,442 (+28.4%)
$40,400 + $23,400
$63,800
2016
$1,123 (+13.7%)
$40,400 + $23,400
$63,800
2015
$988 (+1.6%)
$20,200 + $20,800
$41,000
2013
$972
$17,600 + $18,100
$35,700
*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
2
Baths
1
Stories
—
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.8 Acres
Year renovated
1950
Sq. Ft.
1,260
Year built
1950
Style
Single Family Residential
County
St. Joseph County
APN
711201100004000010
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Sep 9, 2026.
A
Agricultural District
Agricultural districts are established to allow agricultural uses in accordance with the comprehensive plan, to preserve prime agriculture land, to conserve the desirable characteristics of the land and to protect rural agricultural areas from the encroachment of scatter urban type uses and the detrimental economic impacts of urban sprawl. Areas zoned to the A agricultural district are those areas being used for agricultural activities, floodplain, natural areas and other rural uses, located beyond the periphery of the incorporated municipalities where intensive urban or suburban uses are not anticipated.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Agriculture
Religious facility
Housing-Single unit
Infrastructure
Educational/school
Library
Museum / gallery
Golf related
Communications tower
Veterinary clinic
Property details
Parking
Parking/Garage Information
Has Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 2
Parking Features: Garage Door Opener, Off Street, Garage, Detached
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 1
# of Main Level Bathrooms: 1
Heating & Cooling
Has Cooling
Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s), None
Has Heating
Heating: Electric
Interior Features
Interior Features: Ceiling Fan(s)
Window Features: Window Treatments, Blinds
Appliances: Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Electric Oven, Electric Range, Dryer
Flooring: Hardwood
Room Information
# of Rooms Total: 7
Laundry Features: Washer Hookup, Electric Dryer Hookup, Main Level
Basement Details: Crawl Space
Exterior
Exterior Features
Fencing: Fenced, Full
Roof: Asphalt
Building Information
Above Grade Finished Area: 1,260
# of Stories Total: 1
Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding
Property Features
Green Energy Efficient: Water Heater
Property Information
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Raw Mls Property Sub Type: Site-Built Home
Lot Information
Lot Features: Level
Lot Size Dimensions: 66 x 330
Lot Size Acres: 0.8
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $872
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Private, Well
Sewer: Septic Tank
Location
Schools Information
School District: South Bend Community School Corp
Elementary School: Wilson
Middle Or Junior School: Greene
High School: Washington
Location Information
Directions: Hwy 23 South (Liberty Hwy) to Kern Road. Turn right on Kern Road (West) and property will be on Left (South) side of Road.
Subdivision Name: None
Public facts
Beds: 2
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,260
Stories: —
Lot Size: 0.8 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1950
Year Renovated: 1950
County: St. Joseph County
APN: 711201100004000010
Home facts updated by county records on Sep 9, 2026
Other
Listing Information
List AOR: Greater South Bend-Mishawaka AOR
AttributionContact: Cell: 574-299-6795
Around this home
Schools
Wilson Primary Center
Public K-5 • Assigned • 4.7mi
4/10
Navarre Intermediate Center
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 5.0mi
3/10
Washington High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 5.4mi
2/10
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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, 16 days in 30 years
2/10 Wind Factor
Minor risk of severe winds over next 30 years
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2 unhealthy days expected this year, 2 days in 30 years
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In this area, properties receive around 10.4 hours in
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Estimated sale price
$194,000 – $235,000
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