South facing,, ridge top, pre-Civil War homestead in search of a new buyer. New roofs on the barn and carriage house(garage) encourage a broad use of the 9.92 acres as a kind of Hobby Farm. Imagine the possibilities, they are endless. Much renovation remains to be completed on the interior. The exterior has CertainTeed vinyl siding, Owens Corning 30 yr shingles, new windows, new high efficiency HVAC, new duct work, upgraded 200 amp electrical service, fiber optic internet, on demand H20. The interior is in need of an overhaul. Bring your TLC and creativity and restore this historic ridge top beauty back to its glory.
Single-familyProperty Type
1851Year Built
9.92 acresLot Size
$170Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Margie Eberle-Polley• CENTURY 21 Scheetz
Contact: mpolley@c21scheetz.com
Bought with Jacilynn Ferris• IN-Homes Realty Solutions, INC
In the last century some knew it as the Hickory Row Farm, others as the Ruggles Farm. Time has come again for homebuyers to consider this south facing, ridge top, pre-Civil War homestead. Beyond the ridge is a hilltop ideal for camping, celebratory events, even a very old shack. New roofs on the barn and carriage house(garage) encourages a broad use of the 9.92 acres as a kind of Hobby Farm. Imagine the possibilities, they are endless. Modernity finds expression in features not found in most new homes. Yet much renovation remains to emerge from the creativity of those emboldened to grasp a heritage and cast their own traditions. This has been the history of this property, a successive homeowner since 1851. An American tradition preserved, welcome, you are not alone. There are helpful neighbors in these parts too. The sun rising and setting, the moon phases, night sky, the summer breeze, changing of the seasons, wildlife-all prominent here on the ridge top, living closer to nature. This a calming place in a busy and hyped-up world. A place to embrace meaningful and purposeful living. The small morning sun room off the kitchen or either the front or side porches are the perfect place to start and/or end your day. The property is partially wooded and features a barn, carriage house(garage), and hilltop shack that are awaiting TLC from the new owners. The enviable location places you very near Lake Lemon, I-69 and borders Morgan Monroe State Forest across the back property line. The current owners have upgraded the HVAC with a Hybrid system that included a high efficiency heat pump and gas furnace. , new duct work, Electrical system to 200-amp panel, Naveen whole house instant hot water heater, Rain soft water softener and a water purification system. CertainTeed Monogram Series vinyl siding and Owens Corning heavy weight 30-year shingles over new plywood roof decking. The interior is not completed and open to your vision. The architectural original design is still in tack but in need of a cosmetic overhaul to restore this home to its original style and beauty.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2024
$1,700 (+224.0%)
$99,800 + $181,200
$281,000
2023
$525 (−44.2%)
$75,700 + $79,400
$155,100
2022
$940 (+26.7%)
$56,800 + $75,800
$132,600
2021
$742 (+4.6%)
$38,700 + $68,700
$107,400
2020
$710 (+22.7%)
$38,700 + $76,000
$114,700
2019
$578 (−2.3%)
$38,700 + $64,500
$103,200
2018
$592 (+7.9%)
$38,700 + $65,200
$103,900
2017
$549 (+2.3%)
$33,700 + $64,500
$98,200
2016
$536 (+21.5%)
$33,700 + $64,100
$97,800
2015
$441 (−15.2%)
$29,500 + $63,000
$92,500
2013
$520
$29,500 + $69,200
$98,700
Tax history for 7879 E Anderson Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2024
$1,700 (+224.0%)
$99,800 + $181,200
$281,000
2023
$525 (−44.2%)
$75,700 + $79,400
$155,100
2022
$940 (+26.7%)
$56,800 + $75,800
$132,600
2021
$742 (+4.6%)
$38,700 + $68,700
$107,400
2020
$710 (+22.7%)
$38,700 + $76,000
$114,700
2019
$578 (−2.3%)
$38,700 + $64,500
$103,200
2018
$592 (+7.9%)
$38,700 + $65,200
$103,900
2017
$549 (+2.3%)
$33,700 + $64,500
$98,200
2016
$536 (+21.5%)
$33,700 + $64,100
$97,800
2015
$441 (−15.2%)
$29,500 + $63,000
$92,500
2013
$520
$29,500 + $69,200
$98,700
*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
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
9.92 Acres
Year renovated
1985
Sq. Ft.
1,988
Year built
1851
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Monroe County
APN
530122300008000003
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 16, 2026.
FR
Forest Reserve District
The character of the Forest Reserve (FR) District is defined as that which is primarily intended for the preservation of forests, recreational areas, parks and greenways, limited agricultural uses and very, very low density single family residential uses. Its purposes are to permit limited single family residential development on very large lots, to discourage the development of residential subdivisions and nonresidential uses, to protect environmentally sensitive areas, such as floodplain and steep slopes and to maintain the character of the surrounding neighborhood. Development in the FR District is hindered by extreme topography, poor access and the availability of few or no public services. Therefore, the number of uses permitted in the FR District is limited. Some uses are conditionally permitted. The conditions placed on these uses are to insure their compatibility with the low-density residential and public open space uses.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Parking Features: Detached, Gravel
Garage Spaces: 2
Has Garage
Interior
Interior Sq. Ft. Information
Building Area Total: 2555
Living Area: 2200
Main Level Sq. Ft.: 1134
Upper Level Sq. Ft.: 854
Lower/Basement Level Sq. Ft (Finished): 212
Bedroom Information
# of Upper Bedrooms: 2
# of Bedrooms Main: 1
Beds MU: 3
Bedrooms MU: 3
Bathroom Information
# of Full Baths (Total): 2
# of Full Baths (Main): 1
# of Full Baths (Basement): 1
Full Baths MU: 3
Full Bathrooms MU: 1
Room 1 Information
Room Features: Hardwood
Room Dimensions: 14x13
Room Level: Main
Room 2 Information
Room Type: Living Room
Room Features: Hardwood
Room Dimensions: 13x13
Room Level: Main
Room 3 Information
Room Type: Dining Room
Room Features: Hardwood
Room Dimensions: 14x13
Room Level: Main
Room 4 Information
Room Type: Kitchen
Room Features: Laminate Hardwood
Room Dimensions: 13x13
Room Level: Main
Room 5 Information
Room Features: Other
Room Dimensions: 24x12
Room Level: Basement
Room 6 Information
Room Type: Bedroom 2
Room Features: Hardwood
Room Dimensions: 13x13
Room Level: Upper
Room 7 Information
Room Type: Bedroom 3
Room Features: Hardwood
Room Dimensions: 14x13
Room Level: Upper
Room 8 Information
Room Type: Bonus Room
Room Features: Vinyl
Room Dimensions: 10x13
Room Level: Upper
Room 9 Information
Room Type: Bonus Room
Room Features: Other
Room Dimensions: 14x13
Room Level: Upper
Room 10 Information
Room Type: Sun Room
Room Features: Other
Room Dimensions: 11x8
Room Level: Main
Other Rooms Information
Rooms Upper: 4
Rooms Main: 6
Rooms Basement: 2
# of Rooms: 12
Laundry Room Information
Laundry Features: In Basement
Basement Information
Has Basement
Basement Features: Partial, Unfinished, Crawl Space
Fireplace Information
# of Fireplaces: 1
Fireplace Features: Dining Room
Heating & Cooling
Heating Information: Forced Air, Gas
Cooling Information: Heat Pump
Interior Features
Interior Features: Hardwood Floors, Pantry
Appliances: Microwave, Gas Oven, Refrigerator, Gas Water Heater, Water Purifier, Water Softener Owned
Exterior
Building Information
Percent Optional Level Finished: 25-50%
Exterior Features
Patio And Porch Features: Covered Porch, Porch Open
Exterior Features: Barn Pole, Storage Shed
Property Information
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Land Information
Acres: 5-10 Acres
Lot Information
Lot Size Acres: 9.92
Lot Features: Corner Lot, Irregular Lot, Rural - Not Subdivision, Mature Trees
Utilities
Utility Information
Utility Prim Sewage Disp: Septic
Water Source: Community Water
Solid Waste Information: No
Fuel Information: Propane Leased
Location
School Information
Schools: BLOOMINGTON NORTH HIGH,TRI-NORTH MIDDLE SCHOOL,MARLIN ELEMENTARY
High School: Bloomington High School North
High School District: Monroe County Community Sch Corp
Location Information
Directions: Old State Rd. 37 to Anderson Road Anderson to Low Gap House in on the corner of Anderson and Low Gap