Located on a large lot close to new construction, this brick ranch home in a country setting has been reconstructed and finished with design elements that you are sure to love! The main level living space is open and offers floor to ceiling windows that give panoramic views outside and bring in tons of light inside. Enjoy cooking meals in the new Quartz kitchen and using the stainless steel appliances. After dinner watch movies and gather in the living room with the maintenance free electric fireplace with modern ambient lighting that can be adjusted to fit your mood. Rod iron surrounds the open and integrated entrance to the finished lower level that includes a second level of finished living space. Downstairs you will find a large rec room and two more bedrooms and custom tile bathrooms. The bedrooms have large egress windows that bring in loads of light and make this space very livable. An oversized attached two car garage protects your vehicles and provides extra storage!
Single-familyProperty Type
1966Year Built
0.46 acresLot Size
$141Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Justin Berggren• Coldwell Banker Market Connect
Beautiful Ranch, Brick Home with amazing upgrades! This clean, well maintained home features a gorgeous kitchen with updated countertops and lovely oak cabinets. There is also a cozy fireplace, relaxing jacuzzi, and spacious basement for recreation. The landscaping and retaining wall add charm to the exterior curb appeal. Located near major conveniences, yet the home has a private feel. You truly get the best of everything here! Schedule your private showing today.
NIRA MLS as Distributed by MLS Grid #296855
Mar 21, 2012
Sold
$154,000
$57/sq ft
Oct 31, 2011
Listed
$157,900
$58/sq ft
+5
Beautiful 3 bedroom ranch home is nicely upgraded and standing proud, waiting for that discerning buyer. This home has a comfy fireplace ready for those winter nights when a little cuddling is required. This home boasts a nice, full, high basement. Just waiting for your personal touch. ''Do it your way. '' This home is a must-see.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$1,864 (−10.0%)
$49,500 + $230,500
$280,000
2024
$2,072 (−4.2%)
$38,100 + $235,900
$274,000
2023
$2,162 (+15.1%)
$38,100 + $238,900
$277,000
2022
$1,879 (−1.1%)
$38,100 + $192,000
$230,100
2021
$1,899 (+4.6%)
$38,100 + $163,700
$201,800
2020
$1,816 (+0.9%)
$34,600 + $155,600
$190,200
2019
$1,799 (+2.4%)
$34,600 + $149,900
$184,500
2018
$1,757 (+7.4%)
$34,600 + $145,800
$180,400
2017
$1,637 (−1.2%)
$38,500 + $145,100
$183,600
2016
$1,656 (−1.8%)
$38,500 + $145,100
$183,600
2015
$1,686 (+38.3%)
$36,800 + $138,900
$175,700
2013
$1,219
$35,600 + $121,700
$157,300
Tax history for 551 Hayes Leonard Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$1,864 (−10.0%)
$49,500 + $230,500
$280,000
2024
$2,072 (−4.2%)
$38,100 + $235,900
$274,000
2023
$2,162 (+15.1%)
$38,100 + $238,900
$277,000
2022
$1,879 (−1.1%)
$38,100 + $192,000
$230,100
2021
$1,899 (+4.6%)
$38,100 + $163,700
$201,800
2020
$1,816 (+0.9%)
$34,600 + $155,600
$190,200
2019
$1,799 (+2.4%)
$34,600 + $149,900
$184,500
2018
$1,757 (+7.4%)
$34,600 + $145,800
$180,400
2017
$1,637 (−1.2%)
$38,500 + $145,100
$183,600
2016
$1,656 (−1.8%)
$38,500 + $145,100
$183,600
2015
$1,686 (+38.3%)
$36,800 + $138,900
$175,700
2013
$1,219
$35,600 + $121,700
$157,300
*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
5
Baths
4
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.46 Acres
Year renovated
1966
Sq. Ft.
1,438
Year built
1966
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Porter County
APN
640922454001000003
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Oct 1, 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
Gararge Information
Has Garage(s)
Garage Spaces: 2.5
Interior
Bathroom Information
Bathrooms Full: 1
Bathrooms Three Quarter: 3
Heating & Cooling
Cooling: Central Air
Heating: Forced Air, Natural Gas
Interior Features
Has Fireplace(s)
Fireplaces Total: 1
Fireplace Features: Great Room, Living Room
Interior Features: Primary Downstairs
Appliances: Gas Range, Microwave, Portable Dishwasher, Refrigerator