Welcome to this beautifully updated ranch-style home, offering 4 bedrooms and 3 full bathrooms, on just under an acre in a peaceful country setting just under 5 miles to Notre Dame. A charming U-shaped turnaround driveway welcomes you, and also includes a 1-car garage. Living room, formal dining room, large open kitchen featuring newer quartz countertops, updated cabinetry, and all appliances included. Master bedroom with private en suite bathroom. Enjoy the outdoors with a fenced-in yard, additional yard space beyond the fence, and a separate fenced-in garden area ideal for growing your own vegetables or flowers. Additional features include; Main bathroom renovated in 2024. New vinyl flooring & newer carpet in the bedrooms. Main level laundry room. vinyl replacement windows, a dual septic system installed in 2009. This move-in-ready gem combines the tranquility of country living with thoughtful updates and modern comfort.
Single-familyProperty Type
1955Year Built
0.96 acresLot Size
$179Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
1 car garageParking
Listed by Brenda Alvarez• Legacy Real Estate Brokers
Contact: Cell: 574-274-7699
Bought with Brenda Alvarez• Legacy Real Estate Brokers
This home is MUCH bigger than it looks. 4 bedroom 3 bathroom ranch on South Bends north side could be exactly what you've been looking for. This home has new updates throughout, a large lot, and lovely kitchen with newer maple cabinets and countertops. Call today to schedule your showing and to find out how to buy this home for a down payment of just $100!!!
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$1,581 (−6.1%)
$68,100 + $120,500
$188,600
2024
$1,684 (+10.6%)
$68,100 + $120,500
$188,600
2023
$1,523 (−12.4%)
$68,100 + $120,500
$188,600
2022
$1,738 (+85.4%)
$68,100 + $100,000
$168,100
2021
$938 (+18.6%)
$68,100 + $100,000
$168,100
2020
$791 (−51.6%)
$17,100 + $84,500
$101,600
2019
$1,635 (−12.3%)
$15,500 + $76,500
$92,000
2018
$1,863 (−1.9%)
$13,400 + $66,200
$79,600
2017
$1,899 (−2.4%)
$13,400 + $65,300
$78,700
2016
$1,946 (+20.9%)
$13,400 + $65,300
$78,700
2015
$1,609 (+295.3%)
$13,400 + $65,300
$78,700
2013
$407
$10,900 + $54,000
$64,900
Tax history for 52589 Lilac Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$1,581 (−6.1%)
$68,100 + $120,500
$188,600
2024
$1,684 (+10.6%)
$68,100 + $120,500
$188,600
2023
$1,523 (−12.4%)
$68,100 + $120,500
$188,600
2022
$1,738 (+85.4%)
$68,100 + $100,000
$168,100
2021
$938 (+18.6%)
$68,100 + $100,000
$168,100
2020
$791 (−51.6%)
$17,100 + $84,500
$101,600
2019
$1,635 (−12.3%)
$15,500 + $76,500
$92,000
2018
$1,863 (−1.9%)
$13,400 + $66,200
$79,600
2017
$1,899 (−2.4%)
$13,400 + $65,300
$78,700
2016
$1,946 (+20.9%)
$13,400 + $65,300
$78,700
2015
$1,609 (+295.3%)
$13,400 + $65,300
$78,700
2013
$407
$10,900 + $54,000
$64,900
*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
1.5
Stories
—
Lot width
87 ft.
Lot depth
480 ft.
Lot size
0.96 Acres
Year renovated
1955
Sq. Ft.
1,496
Year built
1955
Style
Single Family Residential
County
St. Joseph County
APN
710322476021000008
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Sep 9, 2026.
R
Single Family District
The R single family districts are established to protect, promote and maintain the development of single-family dwellings as well as provide for other limited residential, public and institutional uses that are compatible with residential development located at the periphery of an urban area.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Agriculture
Assembly/ meeting place
Community / recreation center
Religious facility
Housing-Single unit
Housing-Other
Educational/school
Library
Golf related
Cemetery
Property details
Parking
Parking/Garage Information
Has Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 1
Parking Features: Detached
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 3
# of Main Level Bathrooms: 3
Heating & Cooling
Has Cooling
Cooling: Central Air
Has Heating
Heating: Natural Gas, Forced Air
Interior Features
Appliances: Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Exhaust Fan, Gas Range, Gas Water Heater, Dryer, Water Heater
Room Information
# of Rooms Total: 8
Laundry Features: Main Level
Exterior
Building Information
Above Grade Finished Area: 1,590
# of Stories Total: 1
Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding
Foundation Details: Slab
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: 87 x 480
Lot Size Acres: 0.96
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $1,565.88
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Private, Public
Sewer: Septic Tank
Location
Schools Information
School District: South Bend Community School Corp
Elementary School: Coquillard
Middle Or Junior School: Dickinson
High School: Clay
Location Information
Directions: Darden to Lilac or Cleveland to Lilac.
Subdivision Name: None
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 1.5
Sq. Ft.: 1,496
Stories: —
Lot Size: 0.96 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1955
Year Renovated: 1955
County: St. Joseph County
APN: 710322476021000008
Home facts updated by county records on Sep 9, 2026
Other
Listing Information
List AOR: Greater South Bend-Mishawaka AOR
AttributionContact: Cell: 574-274-7699
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Schools
Coquillard Primary Center
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 3.0mi
3/10
Navarre Intermediate Center
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 4.6mi
3/10
Washington High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 4.2mi
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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3 unhealthy days expected this year, 3 days in 30 years
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Estimated sale price
$271,000 – $328,000
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