A brick and cedar charmer! This well-maintained Ranch home on almost 3/4 of an acre, is ideally located along Valparaiso's eastside corridor. Spacious open concept, with wonderful bay windows (both front & back ), offering an abundance of natural light. Has multiple tray ceilings, ceiling fans, ceramic tiled baths; large kitchen/gathering room (with a wood burning fireplace), and a convenient mud room between garage and kitchen with a 1/2 bath, pantry closet, laundry area and side yard access ( with fenced side and rear yards). The finished basement has a recreation area, a separate office/hobby room, a cedar-lined closet, and 3/4 bath. Storage is a major plus with a 2-door entry to a cement crawl. pull-down ladder to floored attic above garage, and numerous closets throughout. The 3-season porch leading to a lengthy rear deck, with access from the main bedroom suite, are a must-see.
Meticulously Maintained Ranch Home with full finished basement on almost 3/4 of an acre. Enter in to the open foyer to the wonderful open layout with an abundance of natural light! A beautifully remodeled dining area with new windows leads directly to the kitchen complete with breakfast counter and an eat in area. Relax in the perfectly sized living room with new windows that overlook a gorgeous wooded scene in the backyard. 3 great sized bedrooms including the Master bedroom that boasts an immaculate ensuite and a private walkout onto the back deck. Enjoy even more living space with the full finished basement that has recently been remodeled with a bonus room and 3/4 bathroom. Storage is no issue here with large closets throughout, a crawl space and attic space. Rounding off this home is a finished laundry room, large 2 car garage with attic storage, a huge deck overlooking an incredible yard, and an amazing location! Make this house your Home.
NIRA MLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #227432
Jun 17, 2009
Sold
$195,300
$74/sq ft
Oct 14, 2008
Listed
$214,900
$81/sq ft
+5
Beautiful 3 bedroom ranch on finished basement. Gorgeous wooded lot on almost an acre. This home features all new flooring, vaulted ceiling in the great room, tray ceilings in the master bedroom and formal dining room. Enjoy your surroundings from either the large sunroom or the large deck, both are great for entertaining. This home has been freshly painted, offers new carpet and has plenty of storage. This home also offers newer kitchen appliances. Make your appointment today!
NIRA MLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #98011707
Oct 14, 1998
Sold
$170,000
$64/sq ft
Sep 19, 1998
Listed
$170,000
$64/sq ft
NIRA MLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #98006569
Sep 1, 1998
Listing Removed
—
May 23, 1998
Listed
$174,900
$66/sq ft
NIRA MLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #98000739
May 19, 1998
Listing Removed
—
Jan 19, 1998
Listed
$182,000
$69/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2024
$2,419 (+4.7%)
$45,900 + $321,400
$367,300
2023
$2,311 (+2.1%)
$42,500 + $303,400
$345,900
2022
$2,264 (−1.5%)
$42,500 + $269,200
$311,700
2021
$2,299 (+2.9%)
$42,500 + $247,900
$290,400
2020
$2,235 (+14.6%)
$36,900 + $247,900
$284,800
2019
$1,950 (+7.6%)
$36,900 + $213,100
$250,000
2018
$1,813 (−2.3%)
$36,900 + $201,200
$238,100
2017
$1,856 (+11.4%)
$38,500 + $189,300
$227,800
2016
$1,666 (−35.0%)
$38,500 + $189,300
$227,800
2015
$2,564 (+42.5%)
$37,200 + $183,000
$220,200
2013
$1,799
$37,500 + $177,000
$214,500
Tax history for 1304 Bartz Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2024
$2,419 (+4.7%)
$45,900 + $321,400
$367,300
2023
$2,311 (+2.1%)
$42,500 + $303,400
$345,900
2022
$2,264 (−1.5%)
$42,500 + $269,200
$311,700
2021
$2,299 (+2.9%)
$42,500 + $247,900
$290,400
2020
$2,235 (+14.6%)
$36,900 + $247,900
$284,800
2019
$1,950 (+7.6%)
$36,900 + $213,100
$250,000
2018
$1,813 (−2.3%)
$36,900 + $201,200
$238,100
2017
$1,856 (+11.4%)
$38,500 + $189,300
$227,800
2016
$1,666 (−35.0%)
$38,500 + $189,300
$227,800
2015
$2,564 (+42.5%)
$37,200 + $183,000
$220,200
2013
$1,799
$37,500 + $177,000
$214,500
*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
3.5
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.71 Acres
Year renovated
1994
Sq. Ft.
1,664
Year built
1994
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Porter County
APN
641017476004000020
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 26, 2026.
R1
Low Density Single Family Residential District
This district is established for low density rural subdivisions.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Agriculture
Equestrian facility
Winery & vineyard
Housing-Single unit
Agriculture-Cropland
Agriculture-Grove / orchard / vineyard
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Parking Features: Attached, Garage Door Opener, Off Street
Gararge Information
Has Garage(s)
Garage Spaces: 2
Interior
Bathroom Information
Bathrooms Full: 1
Bathrooms Half: 1
Bathrooms Three Quarter: 2
Heating & Cooling
Cooling: Central Air
Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
Interior Features
Laundry Features: Main Level
Has Fireplace(s)
Fireplaces Total: 1
Interior Features: Cedar Closet(s),Primary Downstairs
Appliances: Dishwasher, Exhaust Fan, Microwave, Refrigerator, Water Softener Owned
Flooring: Carpet, Ceramic Tile, Luxury Vinyl
Room Information
Rooms Total: 10
Room Type(s): Bathroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bonus Room, Den, Dining Room, Kitchen, Laundry, Living Room, Primary Bedroom
Has Basement
Basement: Crawl Space, Interior Entry, Sump Pump
Exterior
Exterior Features
Window Features: Skylight(s)
Patio And Porch Features: Deck, Porch
Fencing: Fenced
Other Structures: Shed(s), Storage
Construction Materials: Brick, Cedar
Living Area
Living Area: 2,656
Living Area Source: Assessor
Upper Level Finished Sq.Ft.: 0.00
Main Level Finished Sq.Ft.: 1,532
Basement Level Finished Sq.Ft.: 1124.00
Above Grade Finished Area: 1,532
Below Grade Finished Area: 1,124
Property Information
Year Built: 1994
Levels: One
Lot Information
Frontage Length: 140
Lot Size Source: Assessor
Road Surface Type: Paved
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Legal Description: Legal Description: Lot 4, Phase A, Woods Of Leffew, Porter County, IN
Tax Annual Amount: $2,235
Tax Year: 2020
Utilities
Utilities Information
Utilities: Cable Available, Electricity Available, Natural Gas Available
Water Source: Well
Sewer: Septic Tank
Location
Multi-Unit Information
Occupant Type(s): Vacant
School Information
High School District: Washington Township
High School: Washington High School
Middle Or Junior School: Washington Junior High School
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 3.5
Sq. Ft.: 1,664
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 0.71 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1994
Year Renovated: 1994
County: Porter County
APN: 641017476004000020
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 26, 2026
Other
Auction Information
Auction Minimum Opening Bid: 0.00
Around this home
Schools
Washington Twp Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 1.1mi
6/10
Washington Twp Middle/High School
Public 6-12 • Assigned • 1.0mi
8/10
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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 99° 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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Valparaiso, IN • 46383
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 10.3 hours in
June and 3.2 hours in December, placing it below the
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Estimated sale price
$381,000 – $461,000
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